About Us
Background: Glasgow played a significant role in the inception of the RSCDS. A Glasgow Herald announcement invited persons interested in "Scots Country Dances" to an inaugural meeting in Glasgow on 26 November 1923. The RSCDS Glasgow Branch became separate from the ' Society' soon afterwards, hence both have a 'founding' date of 1923. ("Royal" was added in 1951.) Other Branches were formed later. Glasgow Branch became a Charity on 1 Jan 1992. (The Society is a separate charity.) For an early history of the Society and Glasgow Branch see article by Alastair MacFadyen. A more recent history of the Branch will be available soon.
Branches organise their own regional events. Branch members are automatically members of the Society and welcomed all over the world by other Branches. The Society maintains the standards by training teachers and providing assessment, organising summer schools and giving overall leadership for the promotion of Scottish Country Dancing and its music.
This worldwide network of Branches provides a great community spirit.
Seniors We have an active 'Seniors' group who meet a few times a year for lunch with interesting talks from talented visitors. 'Seniors' is in inverted commas, since all are welcome! ... see more.
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Branch Organisation/Governance
Committee of Management: RSCDS - Glasgow Branch is a Charity Registered in Scotland, operated by a Committee, elected at the yearly AGM in May. Other non-Committee members, help: e.g. editing the Newsletter, maintaining the website.
Constitution and Rules: provide guidance for the operation of Glasgow Branch.
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Safeguarding
We are committed to ensuring the protection and and safety of everyone who attends our events, see Safeguarding Policy, Safeguarding Vunerable People.
Newsletters: Members receive 3 per year, with reports on events and details of Branch activities.
Of interest is the Society's: A guide to Scottish Country Dancing Etiquette
Down memory lane - a snippett
The photo below from 1960 in front of ~134,000 people at the European Cup Final between Frankfurt and Real Madrid at Hampden. Had they come to watch the dancing?
