Highland Dancing South Africa

3 more sleeps!

A reminder that one of the highlights on the Boys High calendar is just around the corner!

Join us for the 2026 Pretoria Highland Gathering - a proud celebration of Scottish heritage, pipe band tradition, family fun, and part of the official 125th anniversary celebrations of Pretoria Boys High School. 🏴🎉💚❤️

This year’s Gathering is bigger than ever, as the event has been elevated to a National Championship🏆, welcoming pipe bands from across South Africa to compete on the beautiful grounds of Pretoria Boys High School. Expect a full day of world-class piping and drumming, traditional dress, spirited competition, and an unforgettable atmosphere. 🥁🎵

There will be something for the whole family to enjoy:

🍔 Delicious food stalls
🛍️ A vibrant craft market
🚗 Classic and performance cars
🎓 Study expo
🍻 Hospitality tent
🏰 Inflatables
🎯 Games and activities
🎈 Children’s entertainment
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A relaxed family-friendly day out

This event is also a vital fundraiser for the Pretoria Boys High School Pipe Band. Your support helps keep this proud tradition alive and ensures that the next generation of pipers and drummers continues to flourish. 💚🥁

The day will conclude with the unforgettable Massed Pipes and Drums, a powerful and breath-taking spectacle that is not to be missed. 🎶🔥

📅 Saturday, 20 June 2026
📍Pretoria Boys High School, 251 Roper Street, Brooklyn, Pretoria
🎟️ Tickets available at the gate:
Adults: R50
Children: R40
Pensioners: R40
Scholars in uniform: Free

🚗 Free secure on-site parking for all attendees!

Bring your family, your friends, your picnic blanket, and your festive spirit as we celebrate heritage, music, community, and 125 years of Pretoria Boys High School. 🌞🧺🎊

Coming up this Saturday! See you there 😎

EXCITING!

Join the upcoming Highland and Irish Workshop 2026!

This workshop is ideal for dancers looking to
strengthen fundamentals, build precision, and elevate their standard in both training and competition.

Workshop sessions will also be available
online for those who cannot attend in
person.

Click here to sign up:
https://form.jotform.com/260983728346570

Get your applications in ASAP!!!!
Contact your teachers for more information!

Next up!

See you all there 💙

We are looking forward to an exciting gathering hosted by Jeppe Pipe Band! See you there 😎

🎶 2026 Jeppe Highland Gathering 🎶

Get ready for a day where tradition meets brave!

Join us on Saturday, 16 May at Jeppe High School for Boys for one of the most exciting Highland Gatherings on the calendar. Expect the unmistakable sound of the massed pipes and drums, thrilling performances, and a vibrant atmosphere for the whole family.

🔥 What to look forward to:
• Pipe Bands
• Highland Dancing
• Urban Markets & Tea Garden
• Food & Drink Stalls
• Family-friendly fun all day

🎟 Entry:
Adults: R70
Kids U10: R50
Pensioners: R50
Secure Parking: R20
📍 MacDonald Street , Kensington
🚗 Note: Parking is limited — we recommend using Uber where possible.

Bring your friends, bring your family, and come experience a truly unforgettable day of music, culture, and community.
👉 Don’t miss it — see you there!

Get your entries here: https://jocks-pipesdrums.typeform.com/DeLaSalle2026

Don’t forget!

The date for our 2026 South African Highland Dancing Championship has been confirmed 🇿🇦

We are so excited to welcome overseas guests every year, so let's see where we can get representation from this year!

ScotDance Canada
ScotDance USA
OzScot Australia

Get your entries here: https://highlanddancing.co.za/competition-entry-forms/

Next up!

INTRODUCING YOUR INSTRUCTORS!!!! 🚨‼️
We are very lucky to be announcing our instructors for our workshop!
Our Irish dancing legend who will be taking us through mind set and technique
Strength and fitness expert giving us the best in how to train
Highland international judge and teacher giving advice on what to watch for
And lastly highland technician enthusiast taking you through the nitty gritty positions!

🚨APPLY NOW🚨