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!

July 15th - Saltwater Celtic Festival , Brunswick(public workshop with instructor, Emily Smaha)

July 20th 8:00PM - Yarmouth Clam Festival dancer performance with the Dunlap Highland Band.

July 22nd - Maine Celtic Celebration, Belfast (public workshop)

Hire us for workshops or performances

Our students love to perform and show Southern Maine why Highland Dance is so exciting.

We also love to give workshops to anyone interested in learning about Scottish culture. 

Call for information about performances and workshops at festivals, children's events,  and other gatherings.

Register for class!

Beginners, Ages 5-11 

We are 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 Smaha, Instructor

phone:  207-650-0084

email:  emily@mainescottishdance.com