HEIDI RHODES says she doesn’t have an ounce of Scottish blood in her. But mention the words “Highland fling,” and she easily shows off her knowledge of Scottish Highland dancing, the Celtic art form ...

Scottish Highland Dancing is a sport as well as an art. Competing in one dance has been compared to running an 800-meter sprint with your arms held in the air, while leaping, turning, smiling and ...

"The tradition of Highland Dancing appeals to men and women that respect the grace and agility it takes to perform these intricate steps, it’s really amazing to watch!” observed Dr. Scott Sinclair.” — ...

Scottish Highland dancing is one of the oldest forms of folk dance, dating back to the 11th or 12th century. The Highland dances of Scotland were highly athletic male celebratory dances of triumph, or ...

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO– Scottish Highland Dancing isn’t just a hobby for Issabelle Wardle, it’s the continuation of a family tradition. With a cousin and two older sisters involved in Scottish dancing, ...

It’s the Bay Area’s biggest celebration of Scottish heritage. At the 154th annual Scottish Highland Gathering and Games in Pleasanton, you can watch ancient “heavy athletics” contests such as the ...

When Meghan Palmer, 16, and junior at Ferris High School, began Scottish Highland dancing 12 years ago it wasn’t because she has Scottish ancestors or because she particularly liked dance. “I did it ...

LAGUNA NIGUEL (CBSLA.com) — A Southern California teenager has accomplished a feat that hasn't been done in 14 years. Finnegan, who picked up Scottish highland dancing at the age of three, explains ...

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ITASCA, Ill. (WLS) -- At The Scottish Festival & Highland Games, guests will feel like they've been transported to Scotland without having to travel far. Scottish Heavy Athletics- Nine contests of ...