• SHDA Competition Entry - Winter 2027

    SHDA Competition Entry - Winter 2027

  • Use this registration form to sign up for dancing at SHDA's Winter Competition only.   

    Winter registration is only available until Sunday, January 31st. Any entry received after January 31st will incur double dance fees and may not appear in the program.

    Competition Number: USNW0315

    2024 - 2025 Season Schedule:

    Fall - October 24, 2026 - concluded

    Winter - January 24, 2026 - This entry form is for the Winter competition only

    Spring - February 28, 2026 - This will be a workshop weekend, save the date!

    *New* Location: Shoreline Auditorium
                   19000 First Ave NE, Shoreline, WA 98155

    Winter Judge: Jennifer Thompson

    Winter Piper: Matt Turnbull

    Start Time: 9:30am

  • Dance Schedule

  •  

    Winter
    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)
    Highland Laddie (4)
    Flora (4)

     

    Premier

    Under 12 years

     

    Fling (4)
    Sword (2&1)
    Strathspey & Half Tulloch
    Highland Laddie (4)
    Village Maid (4)

     

    Premier

    12 years & Over

     

    Fling (6)
    Sword (3&1)
    Strathspey & Half Tulloch
    Highland Laddie (4)
    Village Maid (4)

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

  • Fees

  • Primary - $8.00/dance

    Beginner - $12.00/dance
    Novice - $48.00
    Intermediate - $60.00
    Premier Under 16 years - $65.00
    Premier Over 16 years* - $75.00
                                        *Cash awards for Premier 16 Years and Over

    Special Dances:
    Novice 6-Step Trophy Fling - $12.00/dancer

    ScotDance USA Fee - $2.00/dancer

    Membership Fee Options:
         Season Membership Fee good for 2026-2027 season - $100.00/family
         Single Competition Membership Fee good for Winter only - $35.00/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 31, 2027; 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 31, 2027.

     

  • Contact Information

  • *We will be using email to send important updates about competitions and membership.

  • Dancer Information

  • Dancer 1

  • Date of Birth (1)*
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
  • Select Class (1)*
  • Select Primary Dances (1)*
  • Select Beginner Dances (1)*
  • Novice 6-Step Trophy Fling (1)*

  • Dancer 2

  • Date of Birth (2)*
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
  • Select Class (2)*
  • Select Primary Dances (2)*
  • Select Beginner Dances (2)*
  • Novice 6-Step Trophy Fling (2)*

  • Dancer 3

  • Date of Birth (3)*
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
  • Select Class (3)*
  • Select Primary Dances (3)*
  • Select Beginner Dances (3)*
  • Novice 6-Step Trophy Fling (3)*

  • Dancer 4

  • Date of Birth (4)*
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
  • Select Class (4)*
  • Select Primary Dances (4)*
  • Select Beginner Dances (4)*
  • Novice 6-Step Trophy Fling (4)*

  • Dancer 5

  • Date of Birth (5)*
     - -
    2 digit month, 2 digit day, 4 digit year
  • Select Class (5)*
  • Select Primary Dances (5)*
  • Select Beginner Dances (5)*
  • Novice 6-Step Trophy Fling (5)*

  • Admissions

  • Admissions is $5 per person, excluding dancers, children and seniors. Volunteers and Lifetime Members receive free admission as well. You may pay for admissions in advance or at the door (cash or card) upon entry.

  • Membership/Code of Ethics/Liability Waiver

  • I/We hereby make application for membership in the SHDA (Seattle Highland Dance Association) for the 2026-2027 competition season. Please select a membership option below:*

  • Sponsorship Opportunities

  • 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 trophy, as well as to contribute to our newly established scholarship fund. Monies donated to the scholarship fund will be awarded to dancers for whom cost is a barrier to competition participation.  Of course, 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:

  • *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.

  • 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.

  • Payment

  • Final Amount Due:

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