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Scottish country dancers love their dancing, the lively Scottish music that gets their toes tapping, and the friendships they make as they dance for fun and fitness.
It’s been especially important over the last three years, for club members to get together with fellow dancers to share some laughter while keeping spirits up, minds active and bodies moving.
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Khandallah Town Hall has been the perfect venue for the relocated Johnsonville Scottish Country Dance Club for the last two of those three years, with a beautiful wooden floor, and great support from the hall Trust and the friendly staff.
In 2022 beginners came from across the northern suburbs, and from all sorts of backgrounds.
Some had experience of other dance forms, most didn’t. Some had Scottish connections and some not. Some came for exercise, some for the music, and all made new friends while learning a new skill.
Club members old and new celebrated a fine year of Scottish country dancing at the club’s
Scottish country dancers share the joy of the dance at Khandallah Town Hall in November 2022. Photo: Loralee Hyde.
2022 Tartan and Final Night in November.
It all starts again on Monday 13 February, with three weeks of Beginners’ Classes leading into a whole new year of dancing fun. If you’re thinking of exploring the world of Scottish country dancing, here’s some encouragement from last year’s beginners: “With everyone willing you to improve you couldn’t be in better company” (Ian).
“Everyone I’ve met has been so welcoming, patient, positive and supportive. It’s very refreshing and energising.” (Christine).
The club would love to welcome you to Monday night beginners’ classes. Find out more at https://www.johnsonvillescd.org. nz/about-us/beginners/ or contact secretary Robert 021 163 9649, johnsonvillescdc@ gmail.com.
