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Kilties in Competition!
Ann Roberts Kilties take part in regular competitions throughout the year.
Competitions are optional but they are a great way to develop strength, gain
confidence and build life long friendships.
| Highland Calendar |
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| Ayr Workshop 18-19 February 2012 |
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| Ayr March Competition 3 March 2012 |
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| Autumn Titles Mackay 18 March 2012 |
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| Queensland Champs (Mackay) 31 March-1 April 2012 |
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| Champion of Champions (Hobart) 7-8 April 2012 |
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| Burdekin Junior Eisteddfod 19 May 2012 |
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Entry forms may be in PDF format. If you can't read PDF files download Adobe Reader here! - (it's free!)
We had a wondeful time at the Northern Tropical Titles. Victoria was awarded the "Dancer of the day"
Katrina the "Most Promising Pre Premier Dancer" - what a successful day!
Kilties' UniformThe Ann Roberts Kilties uniform consists of our embroidered purple singlet, lime green dance pants and knee high white socks (a black crop top or leotard underneath is optional).
Uniform singlets are available for purchase from First Class Dance Wear.
The uniform is required for all displays and competitions throughout the year and is compulsory for the Pre Grade examination.
Embroidered logos now available!
Prior to the Townsville competitions, extra purple items may be brought in to be embroidered. (You will be notified through the weekly e-mails when these are being collected.)
Kilties at the Townsville Eisteddfod
The Eisteddfod experience combines the pressure of performing before a live (and critical!) audience with the need to
show a high technical standard. It is extremely beneficial to a dancer's confidence.
Participation in groups builds the student's sense of teamwork and community spirit.
Kilties in Cairns
We had a very successful week end in Cairns over Easter with 7 of our dancers
competing and bringing home plenty of medals.
The highlight was Victoria Markham placing 6th in the 16 and over Queensland Highland Dancing Championship
Burdekin Competition March 2011
Our girls performed well in Ayr!
Dancers move through a “levels system” at competitions, commencing in either Primary or Beginners (depending on their age at the first competition). Promotion to the next level depends on competition results.
Ann Roberts Annual Recital
Each year, Kilties take part in the spectacular Annual Recital. This is a major theatrical production, with professional set design, sound and lighting, and is well supported by the general public. All students benefit greatly from the chance to perform before a large, public audience, but the real value comes from their involvement in the discipline, protocol, traditions and stagecraft of live theatre.
| See our Annual Recital Page |
Kilties Overseas!
In 2009 3 Kilties performed at the Tattoo's 60th anniversary at its traditional home, Edinburgh Castle.
They also performed in the city of Edinburgh and surrounding areas in cojunction with the Edinburgh Festival.
Two of our Kilties went to Rotterdam in September 2010, representing Australia in the Netherlands Military Tattoo!
Five of our top Highland dancers were selected to represent Australia at the special Sydney production of the Edinburgh Tattoo!
At the end of June, Willa Preston, Hayley Foruria, Grace Tirendi, Lauren Stringini and
Victoria Markham travelled to Canada as members of OzScot, the Australian Highland Dancing Team, to perform in the Nova Scotia
Tattoo and then on to Switzerland to perform in the Basel Tattoo - a very exciting time for them!
Nova Scotia Tattoo Finale
What a wonderful experience!
Welcome to Highland Dancing
Highland dancing is a strong yet graceful national dance form that is performed to
traditional and modern Scottish music. The School teaches the NDA (National
Dancing Australia) syllabus for Scottish, Lesser Known and Jig/Hornpipe
examinations. Children are able to register to compete in recognised SOBHD
(Scottish Official Board of Highland Dancing) competitions, which develop through
a levels system, commencing with Primary level.
Class Requirements
• A leotard or fitted top and fitted shorts/ bike pants.
• Highland shoes with elastic and socks.
• Hair off the face and neck (preferably in a bun)
• Water bottle
• Highland folder
• A full circular practice skirt (Beginners and above only)
Competitions
If your child wishes to compete in competitions they will
need to register through the Far North Qld Region Committee of Highland Dancing,
which is governed by the Australian Board of Highland Dancing and, in turn, the Scottish
Official Board of Highland Dancing!
The annual fee to register is $40.
3 Competitions are held in Townsville in the latter part of the year. The school will
provide entry forms to you as they become available.
Please be aware that entry forms are your responsibility and entry fees are at your
expense.
(N.B. Some entry forms close several weeks before the competition.)
Competitions are optional but they are a great way to develop strength, gain
confidence and build life long friendships as you enjoy the support of the Ann Roberts
Kilties.
The Levels
Dancers move through a “levels system” at competitions,
commencing in either Primary or Beginners (depending on their age at the first
competition). Promotion to the next level depends on competition results.
Examinations
Examinations are conducted by National Dancing Australia, and are usually held in mid-year. Dancers will be given information about exams if they have reached the required standard.
| Primary |
| Beginner |
| Novice |
| Intermediate |
| Premier |
| Reg Ackn Form |
These forms are in PDF format. If you can't read PDF files download Adobe Reader here! - (it's free!)
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