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Would you like to dance jigs, reels and strathspeys to irresistible music? Scottish Country Dancing is the ballroom or social dancing of Scotland. However, you don't have to be a Scot to enjoy this lively, social type of dancing that has been popular in Scotland for centuries, and is now practised throughout the world by people of all races and nationalities. It is suitable for men, women and children of all ages, usually done in teams typically of 3, 4, or 5 couples arranged either in two lines (men facing ladies) or in a square, working together to dance a sequence of formations. This leaves the dancers in a new order, and the dance is repeated enough times to bring them back to their starting positions, with everyone dancing each position in turn. Scottish Country Dancing should not be confused with Highland dances like the Fling which is a solo dance for competition or display.You don't need to bring a partner to enjoy dancing with us at our classes and social events. SCD is mainly danced socially, for pure pleasure. There are groups across metropolitan Melbourne and country Victoria, so there is sure to be a group near you with classes and a great variety of social dances. The Melbourne Branch coordinates a number of classes and social events throughout the year. Details of these are found on the Classes and Events pages.The Branch also has a Bookshop with a wide range of CD’s and books available for purchase.

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The Royal Scottish Country Dance Society

Melbourne and District Branch Inc

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