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The Branch currently offers only occasional classes for children; however, children of branch members may participate in the Young Dancers Mentorship Program. Please contact the Young Dancers Mentorship Program Director for further information.
 Performing at Landmark Center in St. Paul |
The Branch welcomes fellow Scottish Country Dancers from out of town as well as guest observers. Guest observers are requested to be mindful of the teaching environment of our classes and respectful toward our class participants. Guest children are to be supervised at all times.
Looking for an introductory taste of Scottish country dancing? Be sure to come to our FREE Bring A Friend Night on Monday, 20 September 2010.
Our regular Monday night classes are currently on summer hiatus and will resume September 27th. See the events page for information about summer dance activities.
The following Branch classes will be offered in 2010-2011:
Advanced Class
| Monday Night General Technique Class | |
| All levels of dancer from brand new beginners to advanced are welcome at Monday night classes. The class is split for the first part of the evening, with those working on the basics in one room, and experienced/intermediate dancing in the other. Everyone comes together for joint dancing for the last part of the evening. Newcomers are welcome at any time, but starting in the Fall is recommended, as the teaching follows a progression throughout the year. | |
| When & Where: | 7:30 to 9:45 p.m., 27 September 2010 through early May 2010, at Tapestry Folkdance Center in south Minneapolis. |
| Teachers: | Kirk Bachler, Jamie Berg, Dan Friedman~Shedlov, Dan Grundtner, Joy Gullikson, Sherry Gwegorryn, Chandi McCracken, and Scott Marsalis |
| Advanced Class | |
The Branch will be offering an advanced class for those who are ready. Based on the list below, you can ask yourself if you are ready for this class and then talk to or email one of the teachers (below). The purpose is to work on technique, teamwork and encourage a high standard of dance performance in preparation to develop a demonstration team (in addition to the current performance repertoire). Participants are expected to be comfortable with and able to demonstrate ability to perform the formations and skills below, and willing to work on perfecting their skills with the guidance of the teachers. |
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| When & Where: | Spring 2011, more details TBA |
| Cost: | Free to Branch Members, $3/class for non-members |
| Teachers: | Chandi McCracken (chandi [at] mccrackens.org) and Jamie Berg (jamiebergm [at] yahoo.com) |
| Children's Class | |
The Branch is now offering occasional classes for children ages 6-14, usually on Saturday mornings. See the events page for details on classes that are currently scheduled or contact the teacher form more information. If there is enough interest, we hope to start a regular class in the future. Advance registration is required. | Cost: | There is a small fee for the class, usually $3/person. |
| Teacher: | Jamie Berg (jamiebergm [at] yahoo.com) |
| Basics Class | |
| This class is currently on hiatus due to low attendance. If you are interested in seeing this class start up again, please contact the teacher, below. With enough interest, that could happen. | |
| When & Where: | On Hiatus |
| Teacher: | Kirk Bachler (snowshoets [at] cpinternet.com) |
For more information about branch classes, send email to: info [at] rscds-twincities.org or call 612-874-8299.