Frequently Asked Questions
CLUB INFORMATION
What is
Scottish Country Dancing?
Scottish Country Dancing, which became popular in the 18th
century, is a social form of dancing that first occurred in
homes, barns and halls all over Scotland. Additional
information about this history and culture of Scottish Country
Dancing is available at:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scottish_country_dance.
Who is eligible to become a member of the
Bellingham Scottish Country Dancing club?
Our club is open to everyone, regardless of age and ability. We
have plenty of first-time Scottish Country Dancers join our club
every year and offer a relaxed and welcome environment. Rest
assured that you will never feel uncomfortable or out of place
if you are new to Scottish Country Dancing and joining us for
the first time. Information on becoming a member of BSCD can be
found on our Membership
page.
How much does it cost to be a member of the
club?
Membership is based on the dance year (September – May). You can
join the club for half of the dance year for $70, or the whole
year for $130 ($120 if you pay by the end of September).
If you prefer, you can simply come and enjoy the classes and
events, and pay as you go, without becoming a member of BSCD.
Pricing for classes and events can be found on our
Pricing & Payments
page.
Can’t afford our classes or events? That’s ok! We offer a
Memorial Scholarship Fund for those who cannot, for whatever
reason, afford our events or classes. Information about the
Memorial Scholarship Fund is available
here.
Who should I contact with questions about the club and its events?
General
questions about the club and all our events can be sent via
e-mail to the webmaster:
bellinghamscd@yahoo.com. You can also call or email one of
the club officers; see the Contacts page
for contact info.
CLASSES
How do
I register for classes?
There is
no need to register for classes in advance. All you need to do is show
up and have a great time!
What
should I wear to club classes?
Please come to class wearing soft soled shoes
without heels, and clothing that is easy to move around in and that you
are comfortable in.
Can I
bring a friend with me to classes and events?
Absolutely! The more the merrier.
Where
can I find directions to events sponsored by the club?
Directions to all BSCD class and event venues can be found on the
Maps & Directions page.
DANCE APPAREL & INSTRUCTIONS
Where
can I purchase Scottish Country Dancing apparel and other items?
The
following website provides links to several popular Scottish Country
Dancing venders:
http://www.scottishdance.net/links/Stores.html. Also make sure to
check out the Royal Scottish Country Dancing Society’s shop at:
http://www.rscds.org/shop.html, and our
Links page for more ideas.
What
do "Set", "Cast Off", and other terms used in dance instructions mean?
You can
find a great list of dance terms and their definitions on the
Scottish Country Dance Language page of the Scottish Country Dancing
Instructions web site found in the Dance Information section of our
Links page.
Where
can I purchase dance instruction booklets?
The
Royal Scottish Country Dance Society sells dance instruction booklets
via the following website:
http://www.rscds.org/shop.html. The Bellingham Scottish Country
Dancing Club also provides copies of instructions for certain dances to
its members and class participants. Check out our
Links page for more options.
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