Scottish Country Dance Lessons
3rd Fridays every month Next Date: Aug. 21, 2026 Time: 7:00-9:00 p.m. Location: Grandin Wellness Center, 1701 Grandin Road, SW, Roanoke, VA 2nd Saturdays every month Next Date: Aug. 8, 2026 Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Ages: Teens and adults - younger children with permission Location: Turman Sports Complex, 401 Kyle Weeks Road, Willis, VA Instructor: Renee Metcalf Contact: [email protected] Cost: $5/per person/class Ages: Teens and adults - younger children with permission |
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What makes Scottish dancing Scottish? Is it the colorful kilts or the bagpipes? Although they are icons of Scotland, Scottish dance music is frequently played on violin, piano, accordion, or recorder. Lively jigs and reels as well as the elegant strathspey danced with a partner in a set of three to four couples is the essence of Scottish country dancing. It is the historical and social dance that originated in 17th century Scotland!
It is not necessary to have previous dance experience, nor do you have to bring a partner, as dancers change partners throughout class so as to include everyone. Typical footwear is ghillies, which resemble a lace-up ballet slipper, but any soft, flat, and flexible shoe may be worn. Questions? Email: [email protected] Make friends while developing musicality, balance, coordination, and fitness all while having fun in a social setting. |
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