Get ready to rock, leap, and shine! Dancers of all levels are welcome to join us for the 2025–2026 dance season, and we can’t wait to welcome new and returning students into our dance family! Whether you’re dreaming of your…
Why Take Highland Dancing?
Highland dance is more than just tradition, it’s a powerful blend of athleticism, artistry, and personal growth. Recognized as a sport by the Sport Council of Scotland, Highland dancing builds strength, stamina, and technique, while also encouraging mental focus and…
Costume Help
What should be in your Garment Bag? Garment bag items vary by performance needs. Here is an intuitive list of items that are handy to have with you during Performances, Medal Testing and Competition. *Dancer’s Tip: Purchase travel sized items…
What to Wear to Class
Dancers should come to class in dance wear that allows the teacher to see body lines in order to correct technique. Best options are a body suit or biking shorts and fitted top/tank. Other options are fitted shorts and t…
How To…
Looking for help with Highland related items? Look no further! How to: Tie Hullachan Ghillies How to: Make the Perfect Bun
Medal Testing
Morgan’s School of Highland Dancing offers BATD testing each Spring. Dancers as young as 3 years old can start with Tartan Tots and over the years dancers can progress towards the teacher’s exam. Morgan’s School is proud to have many…
Competition
Highland dancers who are interested in competing must register with Scotdance Ontario for a current Competitive Dancers Card. This card is to be renewed each year and registration forms will come from your teacher. Please read the form carefully and…
Our History
Thunder Bay’s first Highland Dance School, Morgan’s School of Highland Dancing, was founded by Wendy Morgan in 1979. Wendy (B.A.T.D. Member Highland & National) received her training in Winnipeg and Toronto through teacher Mary Pitcher. Wendy has retired from actively teaching but…
Our Teachers
Principal Teacher Trained by Wendy Morgan, Heather Morgan is our Principal Teacher. Heather has her B.A.T.D. Members in Highland and National and is a Registered Early Childhood Educator with over 25 years of experience in both fields. Heather has prepared…
Our Mandate
At Morgan’s School of Highland Dancing, we strive to teach traditional Highland and National dancing with passion and high standards. We aim to teach at the level of the dancer, with constant encouragement to reach the next level of technique…