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THE HONG KONG HIGHLANDERS REEL CLUB

 

The Reel Club has been in existence for over fifty years, since 1947 in fact, although it only affiliated with the Hong Kong Highlanders in 1997.  It was originally set up by the then minister of the Union Church with the intention of providing British servicemen with wholesome entertainment and keeping them away from less salubrious areas of Hong Kong.

 

Fifty years later, it is still providing people with wholesome entertainment and the chance to meet friends and dance on a regular basis.  Individual members may come and go, but the regular Monday night meetings keep right on going, though we're now in a new venue, the Hong Kong Cricket Club.

 

The Reel Club is an affiliate member of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, a globe-spanning organisation with branches and affiliated groups in more countries than you can imagine.  You will never go on holiday again without packing your dancing shoes.

 

 

    WHAT THE REEL CLUB OFFERS

 

      Regular Monday night meetings from 8.00pm to 10.00pm.  The first hour focuses on easier dances and after the break we go on to more challenging dances.  All dances are walked through in advance. Note: outdoor shoes are not permitted in the dance room - you must wear soft-soled shoes, dance shoes or sports shoes.

 

      Regular classes for beginners.  Classes are on Monday nights from 7.00pm to 8.00pm and participants are welcome to stay on for the first hour of the regular meeting for no extra cost.  The programme is specifically designed so that beginners can take part.

 

      Occasional social dances, normally at the end of sessions.

 

      The chance to take part in the many social events, including ceilidhs and dances, organised by the Hong Kong Highlanders.  You don't have to become a member of the Highlanders to attend the Reel Club, but members get reduced rates.

 

 

Page maintained by the Hong Kong Highlanders Committee.  Last updated March 2007.  Mail us with comments or queries.