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๐Ÿ’ƒ GRACE ยท ATHLETICISM ยท TRADITION

HIGHLAND &
IRISH DANCE

Competitive Highland Dance ยท Exhibition Irish Dancing ยท All Ages Welcome

A spectacular combination of strength, agility, movement, music, and costume.

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Competitions

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Traditional Costumes

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Live Bagpipes

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All Ages

Highland Dance Competition

Scottish Highland Dancing is a celebration of the Scottish spirit. Watch competitors of all ages showcase precision, athleticism, and grace through traditional Scottish dances performed to live bagpipe music.

Highland dance competitions are open to men and women equally. The movements are technically challenging, requiring strength, coordination, and years of practice. Each dance tells a story from Scottish history and culture.

Competition Categories:

Primary (Beginner)
Beginner
Novice
Intermediate
Premier
Championship
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Traditional Dances

๐Ÿ—ก๏ธ Highland Fling

The oldest and most iconic Highland dance. Originally danced by warriors celebrating victory.

โš”๏ธ Sword Dance (Gillie Callum)

Danced over crossed swords. Legend says touching the swords meant bad luck in battle.

๐ŸŒŠ Seann Triubhas

Meaning "old trousers." Celebrates the repeal of the ban on wearing kilts in Scotland.

๐Ÿ‘ฐ Flora MacDonald's Fancy

Named after Scottish heroine Flora MacDonald who helped Bonnie Prince Charlie escape.

Exhibition Irish Dancing

In addition to competitive Highland dance, enjoy spectacular exhibition performances of Irish dancing throughout the weekend! Fast footwork, synchronized choreography, and stunning costumes.

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Lightning Fast

Incredible footwork at speeds that seem impossible

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Group Performances

Synchronized precision dancing in formation

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Stunning Costumes

Elaborate traditional Irish dance dresses