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FITNESS
It is well established that participation in adequate amounts of regular physical activity can improve health and reduce the risk of premature death by helping to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight; lower blood cholesterol; reduce blood pressure in people who already
have hypertension (high blood pressure); improve self-esteem and reduce feelings of stress, anxiety, depression; build and maintain healthy bones, muscles, and joints; and keep older adults physically strong and better able to move about without falling or becoming too tired."
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A study from the University of Strathclyde, in 2010, showed Scottish country dancing to be superior to other forms of physical activity in building levels of fitness.
A Canadian study found Scottish country dancing to be superior to folk and square dancing, and research from the University of Cumbria, published in January 2014 suggests that participation in Scottish country dancing could reduce the ageing process.
It also helps to prevent dementia through the complex interplay of cognitive skills needed to memorise steps and formations, interaction with other dancers, and the effect of dance music on the mind."
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FRIENDSHIP
The social aspect of Scottish country dancing develops a sense of community and enjoyment, which encourages continued participation, and long term involvement, and is linked with good health, a positive attitude and longevity.
With about 160 branches all around the world, and 9 across Australia, you will find a class just about everywhere you go. So you can travel the globe, with your dancing shoes, and make new dancing friends wherever you go."
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Classes across Adelaide and Districts are now back in swing for the 2021 dancing season. Covid-19 guidelines are being followed to keep all of our dancing community safe.
Learn MoreTuesdays 8.00 pm - 9.30 pm. Spicer Uniting Church, 44A Fourth Ave, St Peters Members and non-members welcome. $10 per class.
Learn MoreThursdays 7.30 pm - 9.00 pm. St Theodore’s Anglican Church Hall, Prescott Terrace, Toorak Gardens
Learn MoreSaturdays 7.30 pm - 10.30 pm. St Theodore’s Anglican Church Hall, Prescott Terrace, Toorak Gardens.
Learn MoreMondays 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm. Beginners welcome. Rose Park Scout Hall, Hewitt Ave, Rose Park. This venue is airconditioned.
Learn MoreWednesdays 8.00 pm - 10.00 pm Rose Park Scout Hall, Hewitt Ave, Rose Park. This venue is airconditioned.
Learn MoreFridays 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm. St Margaret’s Church Hall, cnr Port and Woodville Roads, Woodville. This venue is airconditioned.
Learn MoreWednesdays 9.30am - 11.30am The Druids Hall, Cassie St, Collinswood. This venue is airconditioned.
Learn MoreFridays 7.30 pm - 9.30 pm. Spicer Uniting Church, 44A, Fourth Ave, St Peters.
Learn MoreWednesdays 12:30 - 2:00 pm. Westbourne Park Uniting Church, 27 Sussex Terrace, Hawthorn SA 5062.
Learn MoreMondays 1.30 pm - 3.30 pm Victor Harbor Senior Citizens Club. “Carrackalinga House”, cnr Torrens St and Hill St, Victor Harbor
Learn MoreCome and enjoy being taught by our Branch President, Neville Pope. Class: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm BYO lunch break 12:30 – 1:30 pm Social afternoon: 1.30 – 3:30 pm These events are suitable for dancers with some experience. Costs: RSCDS Members: $10 for a session, $15 for the whole day. non-members: $12 for a session, $18 for the whole day.
Read MoreCalling all budding dancers in the Mt Barker, Strathalbyn and Fleurieu regions. An evening of family fun, to try your hand (feet actually) at Scottish Dancing. Easy ceilidh dances will be called on the night. Save the date - more details coming soon.
Read MoreCeilidh / Easy Dance Social. All dances will be called. Ideal for those wanting to try, inexperienced or beginner dancers. Experienced dancers - please bring a friend to give it a go. Dancing suitable age 10+.
Read MoreProgram for beginners (or those returning to Scottish Country Dancing after a long break). 8 weeks of 2 hour lessons, on Saturdays 10 am - 12 noon. Will cover all the basics of Reel and Strathspey steps, and the most popular formations used in dances. Get fit, have fun, enjoy moving to music. More details to come...
Read MoreOur premier event of the year. Open to spectators to enjoy the atmosphere and music. Open to dancers looking for a special evening. Save the date - more details to come....
Read MoreTeacher: Jean Dodds Morning workshop, followed by an afternoon of Social Dancing. More details and registration coming soon.
Read MoreThe get togethers will bring dancers from each Adelaide and Districts Class group together with representatives from the Committee, three times a year, for a discussion and sharing session, including updates, concerns, questions, ideas and suggestions, over a cuppa and some biscuits. Meeting will start at 10:15 am. Class Reps RSVP by 10 February to Treasurer, Judy Noble, email: treasurer@rscdsadelaide.org.au or Tel/text 0428683907 to assist with Covid safe planning and catering.
Read MoreAdelaide Branch Class resumes weekly on Tuesday evenings on 2 February 2021. Term 1 Teacher is Noriel Tarca.
Read MoreAfternoon social to honour Jean Lumsden and to bring in the new Scottish dancing year.
Read MoreCarried over from last year... Come and enjoy music and dancing after the AGM. An easy social of favourite and familiar dances, to enjoy Scottish music and dance. Dances will be walked on the day. $10 RSCDS Members, $12 non-Members.
Read MoreCalling all RSCDS Adelaide and Districts Members. Hear from your Branch President, Treasurer and Teachers' Panel about the year that was 2020, and what is proposed for 2021. Have your say on the 2021 Committee, Membership Fees, proposed events, or nominate to be a part of the action and join the Committee in 2021.
Read MoreTeacher: Barbara Lupton. Morning workshop, followed by an afternoon of Social Dancing. Registrations close 28 Feb 2020.
Read More6 Come and Try sessions to introduce you to Scottish Country Dancing. Thursdays 11 am - 12 noon, 27 February until 2 April 2020. Barbara Lupton will lead the sessions. No prior experience or partner required.
Read MoreAfternoon social to bring in the new Scottish dancing year. Music by Elizabeth Baillie. RSCDS Members $10, others $15 (cash only at door please). Please bring some supper to share afterwards.
Read MoreTickets will be available at the door. $5 for non-members. Please bring supper to share.
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Read MoreSt Andrew's Day afternoon social. Celebrate Scotland's big day with some dancing or delight to the live music of Telenn Tri.
Read MoreAll members are invited to attend and have your say. If you are a member, please consider joining the Committee in 2020.
Read MoreDay of dancing at Spicer Uniting Church Hall, with a morning workshop, and afternoon of social dancing. Please register through your teacher by Fri 18/10/2019 (form below). Morning workshop: Morning tea provided. Please BYO Lunch. Afternoon Social: a small afternoon tea will be supplied after the dancing.
Read MoreDay of dancing at Spicer Uniting Church Hall, with a morning workshop, and afternoon of social dancing. Registrations to your teacher by Fri 18/10/2019 (form below). Morning workshop: Morning tea provided. Please BYO Lunch. Afternoon Social: a small afternoon tea will be supplied after the dancing.
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Read MoreJoin in the birthday celebration dance for Hilda. Please bring a small plate of supper. $5 at the door. Elizabeth at the keyboard.
Read MoreCeilidh / Easy Dance Social. All dances will be called. Ideal for those wanting to try, inexperienced or beginner dancers, and experienced dancers looking for a fun night out or to bring a friend to give it a go. Dancing suitable age 10+.
Read MoreTickets are now SOLD OUT. Please wear tartan on the night. Contact: Chris Hawkins on 0402 900 255
Read MoreAdults $45, 18 and under $15, Spectators $25. Supper included. Music by Chris Duncan and Catherine Strutt.
Read MoreA 2 hour concert showcasing traditional music of Scotland across various regions and through the ages. Delight to the fiddle, accordion and piano. Includes 20 min interval. World class musicians: Judi Nicolson, Ian Muir, Kathy Fraser-Collins.
Read MoreOur premier event of the year. Live music by Judi Nicolson, Ian Muir, and Kathy Fraser-Collins. The Ball Program and minicribs are available at http://my.strathspey.org/dd/list/22401/ or links to printable documents are below...
Read MoreWorkshop for musicians - how to play for Scottish Country Dancing Fiddle, Accordion, Piano Teachers: Judi Nicolson - fiddle, Ian Muir - accordion, Kathy Fraser-Collins - piano.
Read MoreCelebrate the music and dancing of Scotland, to coincide with the memorial laying of a wreath to honour the Scots bard, Robert Burns.
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Read MoreThe Melbourne & District Branch extends a warm invitation to all dancers to meet at University College, University of Melbourne, College Crescent, Parkville, Melbourne, Victoria for a fun filled week of Scottish Country Dancing with great teachers and musicians.
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Read MoreLive music by Telenn Tri. Please bring supper to share. Children welcome, dancing from ages 10+. Members $10. Non-Members $15. Family (2 adults, 2 children) $30.
Read MoreAdelaide Scottish Country Dance & Social Club Birthday Social - 49 Years Young! Tribute to Lily Davison and Yvonne Hutchinson. Please bring a small plate of supper. Cost Non-members $6. Pay at the door. Program below. Contact Lorraine on 8255 9243 for "cheat sheets".
Read MoreDay of dancing at Willunga, with a morning workshop, and afternoon of social dancing. RSCDS Members: $10 half day, $15 full day. Non-Members: $12 half day, $18 full day. Teacher: Neville Pope. Morning workshop: Morning tea provided. Please BYO Lunch. Afternoon Social: a small afternoon tea will be supplied after the dancing.
Read MoreThe fourth Dance Tassie tour will be held in March 2019. This is a preliminary notice so you can keep the dates free. Bob McInnes (fiddle) and Jane Ellis (piano) will again enliven our dancing. Full details for the itinerary and costs are still being finalised, but the cost for all accommodation, mini-bus transport, musicians, dance nights and some meals will be under $1000 per person.
Read MoreWelcome back to all dancers for our first social of 2019. Dance in air-conditioned comfort. Pay entry at the door. $10 RSCDS Members. $12 non-members. Sign up on the day and pay members' price. Please bring supper to share after the dancing.
Read MoreBasic Teaching Skills Course (Unit 0) for those interested in or intending to teach classes in the future. A first step on the road to teacher qualification. Course taken by former Chair of the Society, Ms Helen Russell. 2 day course, Saturday 12/1 and Sunday 13/1/2019, 9 am - 5 pm both days. Inquiries to the President, Andrew Timmins.
Read MoreHosted by Adelaide SCD & Social Club. Popular dances, all called and/or walked. All very welcome, please bring a small plate of supper to see in the New Year. Cost $6 at the door.
Read MoreCelebrate St Andrew's night with the Bydand Class, enjoying a program of tartan and placename Scottish Dances. Please bring supper to share afterwards. $5 at the door.
Read MoreAll members are asked to attend and have your say. If you are a member, please consider joining the Committee in 2019.
Read More$5 at door. Please bring some supper to share.
Read MoreVictor Harbor Senior Citizens invite you to a Scottish Ceilidh Night. $5.00, under 12s free. Tickets must be PRE-PURCHASED through Chris on 0405 900 255 or Colleen 0408 841 921. BYO drinks and supper to share.
Read MoreCome and meet the Chair of the Society, Helen Russell, and enjoy an evening of her teaching. General class open to all dancers. $8 members. $10 non-members.
Read MoreThe gala event of the year for Adelaide Scottish Country Dancers. Live music by Iain Mckenzie & Emma Nixon - Black Bear Duo Light supper included. Drinks available at the bar. Tickets available now from the Secretary or through your dance teacher. $35 RSCDS Members. $45 non-members. $20 U16 / Spectators.
Read MoreStay on after the morning class, or join us in the afternoon for a social amongst the almond blossom at Willunga. $10 RSCDS Members, $12 non-Members.
Read MoreDebbie Roxburgh from New Zealand is coming to us to take this Day School after teaching at the Australian Winter School. Come and enjoy a fabulous day amongst the almond blossom at Willunga. $10 RSCDS Members, $12 non-Members
Read MoreRemember your Gloves. Ladies: Give your tiaras, diamonds and pearls an airing. Headscarves for Balmoral celebrations optional. Gentlemen: Polish your medals and shine your shoes. Refreshments: Please bring a plate of supper to share at the Reception to follow, and a bottle if you wish.
Read MoreStay on after the morning class, or come and join in for the afternoon social. $10 Members ($15 whole day) $12 Non-Members ($18 whole day)
Read MoreDay school in the morning 10 am - 12:30 pm Bring your own lunch. Members $10 Non-Members $12
Read MoreBring a plate of supper to share.
Read MoreCome and join the Adelaide Scottish Country Dance and Social Club celebrate St Andrew's Day.
Read MoreThe following dances have been selected as Core Dances for 2021. These dances will be taught at classes and may be included on social programs and the Adelaide Annual Branch Ball.
UPDATE 1/01/2021 Restrictions eased in South Australia on 1 December 2020, following the November lock down, allowing Scottish Country Dance classes to resume. All classes will have their own Covid-Safe Plans available to view and a Covid Marshal to ensure that the plan is followed for each venue. Each plan is regularly updated to reflect advice from the SA Government. Remember that you should NOT attend any class if you are feeling unwell, for any reason, or whilst isolating awaiting a result for a Covid-19 test.
For about $1 per week you can be part of a world-wide society of dancers, plus support your local teacher and Branch to continue providing you with fun, fitness and socialising through Scottish Country Dancing.
Check the RSCDS Adelaide Branch Consitution, By Laws and Risk Management policies. We ask all dancers to complete and keep in their dancing bag their Emergency Contact details, should any emergency arise during a class or event. Download a form in Policies.
Members receive a quarterly newsletter called Reel Spiel, about what is happening around the Adelaide and districts Scottish Country Dancing scene. Members also receive a quality magazine twice a year from RSCDS Headquarters, informing about world-wide dancing activities, the work of the Committees and dancers’ products.
Passed away 10 May 2020. A social in honour of her memory will be held Sat 30 January 2021.
We preserve and further the practice of traditional Scottish Country Dance
Membership of the Committee is open to financial members of the Adelaide and Districts Branch, through nomination on an appropriate form. Your 2021 Committee has just been elected.
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We are only too happy to support Adelaide and surrounding community events by providing demonstrations of Scottish Country Dance at fairs, fetes, and celebrations.
Learn MoreWe regularly participate in and entertain at local Scottish events, such as Robert Burns functions, St Andrew's Day, Tartan Day, and Highland Gatherings.
Learn MoreWant to have fun at your private function? Needing to entertain your nursing home or retirement village residents? We can get their toes tapping for a fun program of Scottish dance, watching, and also having a try with us.
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Information source about Scottish country dancing activities in Canada and the United States of America (USA).
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We dance on the Adelaide plains and Fleurieu Peninsula, and acknowledge that the Kaurna people are the traditional custodians of the land of the Adelaide Plains, and the Ngarrindjeri people are the traditional custodians of the land of the Fleurieu Peninsula. We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and relationship with the land.