Classes - General Info

Classes are held on Mondays

Beginners: 6.30 - 8.00pm

Intermediates: 7.30 - 9.45pm

7th September to 14th December 2026

4th January to 22nd March and 12th April to 5th July 2027 (7th June - 5th July Monday night social dancing)

Please note:  There will be no classes on 3rd May (May Day) and 31st May (Bank Holiday)

Class fee: £5 per class, £4 for RSCDS members, £2 Students/Juniors (charged in arrears)

Teacher:  Debbie Crossley

Online Classes

These classes are held on some Mondays from 7.30 to 8.30 pm and run by Kate Bould via Zoom.  Please email Kate or Neil for log-in details: rscds.sheffield@gmail.com. Online classes are not suitable for beginners.

New to Scottish Country Dancing?

If you are completely new to Scottish Country Dancing, don't be afraid, as our experienced teacher will ensure that you learn at the right pace.  Dance is a great physical activity to get you moving, building cardio endurance and boosting circulation.  Scottish country dancing also keeps your brain active!  Memorising steps and formations will improve your cognative skills and may be a factor in preventing dementia.

If you are a seasoned dancer wishing to improve your skills, head over to the details of our Advanced Classes (bottom of this page).

Do I Need A Partner?

No.  Scottish country dancing is a social activity and you will dance with different partners during an evening of dancing.

What Should I Wear?

Dancing can be energetic, although you can put in as much or as little effort as you like.  We recommend that you wear layers of clothes - possibly light trousers or a full skirt, a T-shirt, and something on top for warming up or for the slower dances.

What Shoes Should I Wear?

Dancing shoes come in many guises, from ballet shoes, to laced soft shoes, to those with a T bar.  All proper Scottish country dancing shoes are very soft and comfortable.  Before you buy shoes, you might prefer to come along to the class in soft soled flat shoes (trainers are ideal), see what others are wearing, and see what your teacher suggests.

What Does It Cost?

Your first class is free; thereafter it is £5 per class.

We do encourage you to join the RSCDS, our umbrella organisation.  Membership of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, and the Sheffield Branch, allows you to be a part of a community of dancers, both locally and worldwide, and supports Scottish country dancing.  For further details please go to our RSCDS Membership page.

Advanced Classes (Fridays from 7.30 to 9.30 pm)

18th September 2026

16th October 2026

20th November 2026

18th December 2026

15th January 2027

19th February 2027

19th March 2027

Holy Trinity Church Hall

Grove Road

Millhouses

SHEFFIELD S7 2HB

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