RSCDS New Zealand Branch
SUMMER SCHOOL
28 December 2027 – 5 January 2028
Scots College, Wellington
Join us for an exhilarating week of dancing,
music and traditional Scottish culture.
Hogmanay
Bring in the New Year with a traditional Scottish Hogmanay.
Dance classes
Experienced NZ and overseas tutors will help you develop your dancing at any level, and introduce you to new dances.
Afternoon activities
Try something different in an optional afternoon class, or visit one of Wellington’s top attractions. Or if you prefer, simply rest and relax.
Social dances
Time together each evening for everyone to ‘kick up their heels’.
Musicians’ class
Learn the subtleties and experience the delights of traditional Scottish music with fellow musicians.
Live in at Scots College or commute daily. Come for all or part of a week. Meet up again with
old dancing friends, and make new ones.
Whether you are new to Scottish Country Dancing or have been dancing for years,
Summer School offers something for everyone.
What’s On and When
More detail on afternoon activities will be provided throughout the year.
Download the full School programme.
(Page LINK to come).
Registration
Registration for dancers and musicians is now open. Register before 31 August to avoid a late fee.
Fees for 2027-28 Summer School (NZ$, including GST) are:
RSCDS members and JAMs (Junior Associate Members) must have a current membership card to take advantage of reduced fees.
*The Musician option is for those registering for only the musicians’ classes. Musicians’ classes are included in the registration fee for dancers who wish to attend. Musicians wanting to attend evening functions can purchase tickets separately.
Resident half-school options are not currently offered, but may be later on. If you are interested in this option please contact the Summer School Organiser.
Scholarships
The NZ Branch of the RSCDS offers a number of scholarships for its adult and JAM members, and for NZ-resident musicians, to attend Summer School. Visit the NZ Branch website for details of scholarships for dancers and musicians.
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Order Online
A Summer School Polo Shirt, complete with our distinctive Wellington Summer School logo, is a great souvenir of your week at the School. Order before 1 November 2027 to receive your shirt when you first arrive.
Evening dance tickets. If you are not attending Summer School classes but would like to come to evening dances, you can pre-order tickets. If you plan to attend all evening dances, save money by purchasing a Multi-pass ticket. Order before 22 December 2027 to receive your ticket(s) by email. Door sales will be available each night if you prefer.
Meals at the College. Summer School mealtimes are social occasions, and commuters or casual attendees can purchase meal vouchers to dine at the College. Use a lunch or dinner hour to continue conversations, or catch up with dancers in other classes. Order your tickets before 22 December 2027 so our caterers know how much food to prepare.
Newsletters
As the year progresses, we’ll keep you updated and remind you of forthcoming deadlines through Newsletters and Facebook posts. We’ll publish our first newsletter in June 2027.
Until then, you’ll find a summary of key dates for the coming year instead.
Contact the Organiser – Chris Totton
Email: ss2027@tottonc.com
Mobile: 027 589 9284
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