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 regular classes, private lessons, or figuring out what’s the next step in your highland journey, you’ll find all required forms and details here, conveniently online.
Scroll down this page and dive into our helpful Resources and Links section, including attire guidance (and yes, white knee socks, kilt outfits, etc. are all available locally in Carleton Place!). Explore our curated information about Highland dance organizations, local events and other ways to deepen your Highland dancing experience.
| Fall 2026 – Registration Document 1 – Form | Regular Highland Classes for Fall 2026 ONLINE REGISTRATION Private and Semi-Private Lessons – Online Booking System (not available at this time) |
| Registration Document 2 – Liability Waiver Form and Studio Rules Registration Document 3 – Photo Release Form | Please complete this form ONLINE Please complete this form ONLINE |
| Class Calendar /Schedule by Semester: | Semester 1 – Schedule & Information Sheet (download) Semester 2 – Schedule & Information Sheet (download) Semester 3 – Schedule & Information Sheet (download) |
 | We know communication is important to our dancers and families! Registered dancers and families are invited to join us on the sportsYou app, where we share important class updates, practice videos to support dancer development, and information about upcoming performances, events, and NSOHD activities. sportsYou is free to join and use, and we recommend enabling notifications so you don’t miss important information. For more information or to login to your sportsYou account, visit https://nsohd.ca/members-login/ or click the Member Login link in our menu at the top of this page. |
OTHER INFORMATION: | |
| 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! |
| Mailing List (for those not currently registered) | Join our Mailing List to receive registration or other general information. |
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
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)
WOHDA – Western Ontario Highland Dancers’ Association
Local Highland Games and other Scottish Events
Caitlin Stewart Memorial Highland Competition (Arnprior)
Cobourg Scottish Festival & Highland Games
Glengarry (Maxville) Highland Games
Maxville Fair (registration through SDGHDA)
National Capital Highland Games
