Southern Maine School of Scottish Dance

The mission of the Southern Maine School of Scottish Dance is to provide elite training in the art of traditional Scottish Highland Dance in a fun and supportive environment.

What is Scottish Highland Dance?

Scottish Highland dance is one of the traditional forms of folk dance practiced in Scotland for hundreds of years.  The traditions are carried on as dancers perform and compete at Scottish Highland Games all over the world.  Scottish dancers are athletic, precise, and proud. 

While Scotland and Ireland share many cultural similarities their traditional forms of dance are very different.  You'll find Irish dancers in productions such as Riverdance and Lord of the Dance.

Why should your child become a Scottish Dancer?

Scottish Highland dance is a highly athletic activity that encourages strength and self-confidence.  Being a Scottish dancer is a title that students wear with pride.  Scottish dancers tend to form strong social bonds with other students and they find support in a larger dance family.  Dance provides opportunities for performances and competitions all over New England, the U.S., Canada, and Scotland. Scottish Highland dance is a perfect blend of culture, athletics, and exercise.

Come see us dance!

Celtic Winter Gathering competition, Shelburne, VT:  Saturday, January 14th, 2012

Robert Burns Dinner, Lewiston, ME:  Saturday, January 21st, 2012

Register for class!

Beginners, Ages 6-11 

We will be welcoming new beginners for the Fall 2012 semester, which begins September 10th.

*Register by August 10th, 2012 and receive a FREE child's ticket to the Maine Highland Games

Click here to visit the registration page

Emily Kirkton Smaha, Instructor

phone:  207-650-0084

email:  emily@mainescottishdance.com