Benefits of SCD

There are many reasons why you should try Scottish country dancing.

Benefits you’ll get

Scottish country dancing is a fun and engaging activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities.

Laughter is the best medicine and you’ll find yourself having a lot of laughs, generally when a dance falls apart!

Scottish country dancing is a social activity. You’ll meet lots of new people and make friends.

you’ll be part of a worldwide community of dancers and you’ll find opportunities to travel around the world to dance.

Scottish country dancing provides a great cardiovascular workout and can be a good alternative to other forms of exercise.

Enhanced balance and co-ordination and improved bone density.

Memorising steps and formations, along with the mental focus required to dance, helps keep the mind sharp.

You don’t need special equipment and the basic steps and formations are easy to learn.

The social interaction, physical activity and effect of music on the mind can boost mood and overall wellbeing.