SHDA Winter 2026 Registration

SHDA Registration - Winter 2026
Use this registration form to sign up for dancing at SHDA's Winter Competition.

Winter registration is only available until Sunday, January 18th. Any entry received after January 18th will incur double dance fees.

Competition Number: USNW0315

2024 - 2025 Season Schedule:

Fall - October 18, 2025

Winter - January 24, 2026 - This will be a workshop weekend, save the date!

Spring - February 28, 2026 - This competition has a separate entry, see our website for the link to the entry form.

Location: Shorewood High School Theater
17300 Freemont Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133

Winter Judge: Alison Plemmons

Winter Piper: Matt Turnbull and Kyle Gaul

Start Time: 9:00am
Dance Schedule

Winter 2026

Primary

16 Pas de Basques
PDB & Hicuts
Fling (4)
Sword (2&1)

Beginner

Fling (4)
Sword (2&1)
Seann Triubhas (3&1)
Lilt (4)

Novice

*Special Trophy Fling (6)*
Sword (2&1)
Seann Triubhas (3&1)
Strathspey & Highland Reel
Lilt (4)

Intermediate

Fling (4)
Sword (2&1)
Seann Triubhas (3&1)
Strathespey & Half Tulloch
Lilt (4)

Premier

Under 12 years

Fling (4)
Sword (2&1)
Strathspey & Half Tulloch
Blue Bonnets (4)
Sailor's Hornpipe (4)

Premier

12 years & Over

Fling (6)
Sword (3&1)
Strathspey & Half Tulloch
Blue Bonnets (4)
Sailor's Hornpipe (5)

*Special Dances*
Separate entry fee charged, must click box to enter.
Awards per SDUSA Guidelines
Winner awarded special trophy, places 2-6 awarded medals
Does not count toward aggregate
1st, 2nd or 3rd place qualify for a "stamp"

Fees
Primary - $7.00/dance

Beginner - $10.00/dance
Novice - $50.00
Intermediate - $50.00
Premier U16 - $50.00
Premier O16* - $60.00

*Cash awards to be paid for Premier 16 Years and Over

Special Dances:
Novice Trophy Fling - $10.00/dancer

ScotDance USA Fee - $2.00/dancer

Annual SHDA Membership Fee - $50.00/family
Competition Rules
Rules and Entry Information:
1. The dance competition will be governed by the rules and regulations of the RSOBHD and ScotDance USA.
2. Each Dancer must present a valid ScotDance registration card at check in to receive their competitor number. Pre-premier cards will be collected and returned after awards.
3. Each dancer must be a member of SHDA to compete. SHDA membership is open to all dancers living in the ScotDance USA NorthWest Region.
4. Registration must be submitted in advance, no field entries. The deadline to enter is Sunday, January 18, 2026; regular price admission will close at 11:59pm. Any entries received after this date must pay double entry fees and may not be included in the program.
5. Competition start times and age groups will be decided at the close of entries. Age is determined as of day of competition. Dancers will compete in inverse order of entry – first to enter will be last to dance.
6. Competition information, including platform schedules, will be distributed via email the Wednesday before the competition and posted online at www.SeattleHighland.org.
7. Dancers must appear when their group is called or forfeit their chance to dance in that event. Dancers will be asked to fill-in for reels based on date of entry, the last to enter will be asked first to fill-in as needed.
8. Female, Male, Family, and Private Change areas will be clearly marked. Dancers will be given plenty of time for costume changes. Dancers must remain in costume to receive awards.
9. Medals will be awarded in all groups except Premier dancers 16 years and older will receive cash prizes instead of medals. Aggregate Trophies will be awarded in all groups except Primary. Perpetual Trophies and Keeper Plaques will be awarded as specified in the program. We require an adult signature before Perpetual Trophies can be taken from the premises.
10. The decision of the adjudicator is final.
11. Any protest must be submitted in writing to the competition organizer, properly signed and accompanied by a fee of $25. It must be made immediately following the competition. If the protest is sustained the fee will be returned.
12. Three month rule: Judges who conduct teaching or coaching classes, seminars or any other forms of tuition (eg by video conferencing), may not adjudicate any competitor who has attended any of these classes for a period of three months after the last class, workshop or any other form of tuition that the competitor has attended. It is the responsibility of the dancer to check on judges prior to the competition.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR REGULAR ENTRY FEES IS JANUARY 18, 2026.

Membership/Media Release/Liability Waiver
I/We hereby make application for membership in the SHDA (Seattle Highland Dance Association) for the 2025-2026 competition season. I have read and understand the rules and regulations on this form. I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators waive and release any and all rights and claims I may have for damages against SHDA, their agents or representatives, successors and assignees, for any and all injuries or illness suffered by me at or through the above mentioned events. Please select a membership option below:*

Annual Family Membership Fee ($50.00)Family Membership Fee Previously Paid
SHDA is a competition organizer under the Royal Scottish Official Board of Highland Dancing (RSOBHD). Judges, teachers, organizers, parents, dancers & all parties connected with dancers are required to abide by the RSOBHD's Code of Ethics. I/We agree to adhere to the Code of Ethics while participating in SHDA sponsored events.*

I agree
Media Release: I give permission to have my child/children photographed for use on the SHDA's website and/or other social media sites, including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Please note: if you check "no", your dancer(s) will not appear in the group award photos taken at the end of the competition.*

Yes, my dancer(s) can appear in photosNo, my dancer(s) can NOT appear in photos
(Must be signed by Parent/Guardian if entrant is not 18) to compete: I hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators, waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages I may have or my child may have against SHDA, their agents, representatives, successors and assignees, for any and all injuries suffered by me or my child through the above mentioned dance association. I have read the above disclaimer notice and agree to the terms described.*

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Medal & Trophy Sponsorship
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, we depend on the generosity of Highland dance enthusiasts to keep us going. This season, we are offering an opportunity to sponsor a medal set or aggregate winner trophy. We are also grateful to receive a regular donation in any amount. Thank you for supporting our organization and Highland dancers in the Seattle area.
Please Select:

Medal Set ($30)Aggregate Trophy ($40)Other Donation
*If you sponsor a Perpetual Trophy with SHDA, you will receive an email with instructions for making payment. Please contact the president or treasurer with any questions.
Other Donation Amount:
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Please select if you would like your donation to be anonymous.

Yes, make my donation appear anonymous
Please indicate if you would like to honor or donate in memory of someone.

Good Luck Messages
SHDA is offering good luck messages for purchase in the competition program. Each message is $5/message/competition and proceeds go to benefit future competitions and workshops.
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Payment
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Medal & Trophy Sponsorship

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