Give Scottish country dancing a try!

Now is a good time!

New dancers are very welcome!

Scottish Country Dancing is fun, lively and a social form of dance. It involves groups of people dancing formations and steps to the rhythm of Scottish music. Enjoyed by people of all ages and cultures. A great way to keep fit and make new friends in our welcoming
community.

There are many clubs and events for you to get involved. No previous experience is needed, and you can come by yourself or with a partner.

Scroll down for our calendar, latest news and videos of dancing. For where to start – click here. For more about Scottish country dancing, click here.

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Acknowledging when it started......

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A four couple dance from Book 53. With formations that reflect numbers.

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Some familiar faces at this year's Winter School in Australia.

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Many of our clubs have lived through renovation and extensions to our halls. I think we'll be able to identify with this story.

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This sounds like an energetic person. Playing the accordion - dancing at the same time!

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Another dance from Book 54. Interesting to see the 3 couple poussette the second time through - rather than stepping up or down for 1st couple to get to foot of the set. (And 4th couple to move up to 3rd place).

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Today a strathspey in a square set.

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The second daily post from Book 54.

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The first of the daily videos of dances from Book 54.

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At the Regional Ball. Having fun dancing St Andrews Fair. 🥳🤩 Permissions have been given from parents/guardians for minors appearing in the background of this video. Added note: One of the dancers in this video, Bruce Ferguson, passed away within a week of attending the ball. With the agreement of his family, the video is remaining on our Facebook page. We remember Bruce fondly and send condolences to his family.

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More photos from our region ball - with the marvelous music of Twisty Willow, MC Andy Nicol and briefer Lesley Nicol, magnificent supper, delightful decorations and what we were all there for : the dancing.

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Dancing can be fun for new dancers.

Pick Up 52 series features a dance from most clubs in New Zealand. This month from
Kaiwaka – The Barley Bree

Pick up 52, Book 41
Pelorus Jack