celebrate Scottish culture through dance and music

Discover the joy of Scottish country dancing at RSCDS Adelaide. Our experienced instructors are dedicated to teaching traditional Scottish country dancing and ceilidh dancing and providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for dancers of all levels. Whether you're a newcomer looking to learn the basics or an experienced dancer seeking to improve your skills, RSCDS Adelaide offers a range of classes and events to suit your needs. Join our vibrant community and discover the joy of Scottish country dancing! 

Scottish country dance and ceilidh (pronounced kay-lee) is social dancing for all ages and a wide range of fitness levels.
  • Fun for all ages
  • Exercises your body and mind
  • Provides friendship
  • Great music
  • No partner needed.
It is usually danced in groups of two, three or four couples, facing each other in lines or squares.

It has its roots in the Highland Reels of Scotland and the 17th century dances of Europe. You can dance in a ballroom, dance hall, village square or local pub. It has been popular across society for well over 200 years.

There are well over 15,000 documented Scottish country dances and the list is constantly growing.  Many of these are listed and detailed in the Strathspey Server Dance Database.