Registration & Resources

Studio Forms and General Information

Welcome to NSOHD’s Registration & Resources Hub: This is your quick-access gateway to everything you need to get started, stay informed, or continue dancing with confidence. Whether you’re signing up for Fall 2025 competitive classes or figuring out what’s the next step in your highland journey, you’ll find all required forms, including the registration, liability, and photo-release —all here, conveniently online.

Want to try before you commit? A free trial class registration is also just a click away. Plus, dive into helpful extras—like attire guidance (yes, the white knee-socks are available right here in Carleton Place!), and scroll down to our Resources and Links section for curated links to highland dance organizations and local events that deepen the experience.

SEMESTER 1 – Fall 2025
Document 1 – Registration Form	Semester 1 – Schedule and Information Sheet (download) Online Registration
Document 2 – Liability Waiver Form and Studio Rules	Please complete this form ONLINE NSOHD-Liability-and-Rules-Form (pdf)
Document 3 – Registration – Photo Release Form	Please complete this form ONLINE NSOHD-Photo Release Form (pdf)

DANCE YEAR 2025-2026
Class Calendar /Schedule:	Semester 1 – Schedule and Information Sheet (download)
OTHER INFORMATION AND FORMS:
Registration – What to Wear To Class Info Sheet	NSOHD-What to Wear Information Sheet _{Note: Walmart in Carleton Place carries white knee socks (see picture)}
Free Trial Class	Give it a try! Register for a Free Trial Class!
Highland Hustle Class Registration	HH_Registration_Form and Waiver (pdf) Or SUBMIT ONLINE

Do you have questions about our highland studio or the classes we offer?
Would you like to send us your registration forms electronically?
Please email us: nsohd@bell.net

Resources and Links

Professional Highland Dancing Organizations

ScotDance Ontario is our regional affiliate for ScotDance Canada and the registrar for competitive dancers in Ontario.

ScotDance Canada is an Affiliated Member of the Scottish Official Board of Highland Dancing (RSOBHD) and acts as the Registration Agent for Canadian dancers and competition organizers participating in the Worldwide Registration System.

Founded in 1892, the British Association of Teachers of Dancing (B.A.T.D.) is a UK based dance examination board of multiple genres, including highland. B.A.T.D. became the first dancing association to encourage the professionals of the day to organise themselves into a society to improve and develop the art of dancing, in many forms. It’s head office is in Glasgow, Scotland.

Founded in 1950, through the efforts of the major Highland Dance Examining Bodies, the Royal Scottish Official Board of Highland Dancing (RSOBHD) is a supervisory Board comprising delegates from the many different organizations involved in Highland Dance. The main function of the RSOBHD is to bring about co-operation between recognised associations, organisations, individuals and dancers connected with Highland Dancing. It lays down quality standards for all areas of highland dancing, including the standardising of dance steps for competition purposes, established rules for competitions and attire, and certifying competitions.

Founded in 1934, the Scottish Dance Teachers’ Alliance (SDTA) is a UK based dance association and examination board, with principal branches that include Highland. It’s head office is in Glasgow, Scotland.

Highland Hustle is a unique Scottish dance based workout with a feel good factor! Founded by Highland Dance Champion Gillian Urquhart Highland Hustle is an exciting dance fitness workout! Look & feel fantastic no matter your age, fitness level or experience. Classes are offered by trained and licensed instructors.

Dancewear and Highland Dancing Suppliers

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Why Dance and What is Highland Dancing?

Read our one-pager about the benefits for your child and get references/links to articles and resources.

Highland Dancing Associations and Competition Organizers (Ontario/Quebec)

DRHDA – Durham Region Highland Dancing Association

ECHDA – Eastern Canada Highland Dancers Alliance.

MHDA – Montreal Highland Dancing Association

OHDA – Ottawa Highland Dancing Association

HDAO – Highland Dancers’ Association of Ontario

ScotDance Canada Championship Series (SDCCS) – is Canada’s annual national competition.

SDGHDA – SD&G Highland Dancing Association (Stormont Dundas and Glengarry counties)