I was going through a really sad time in my life.
I had just lost my beloved Gran. And if you have lost anyone you love, then you will know how I was feeling.
She had been a huge part of my life. We spent weekends together and she watched me highland dance competitively at every opportunity as I was growing up.
Her passing was a huge loss for me and left me in a position I had never been in before. The sadness, loneliness and lack of motivation followed me around every day – and it was hard to see where the light was.
But then something happened. And that something was Highland Hustle.
Highland Hustle gave me back my smile – and if you try the class, you’ll know what I mean.
Two years ago, I happened upon a Highland Hustle flyer and reluctantly plucked up the courage to walk through the door of my first class.
I had no idea how this night would be pivotal in putting me on the road to recovery emotionally. The instructor, Charlene, with her kind face, welcomed me into her class; along with a handful of happy faces … here I was ready to Hustle!
I had spent my life growing up in the Highland dance world and knew, even as a child, it was my passion and it’s where I found my ‘happy me’. It made everything feel good! So, on that cold Monday winter’s night, I hid at the back of the room and danced. I followed Charlene’s hustle moves as I quietly shed a tear… this is what I had been waiting for!
Highland Hustle made me feel HAPPY, HEALTHY, STRONG AND CONFIDENT. It gave me back my fun, ability to laugh, make new friends and a focus … it’s something I will always be thankful to Charlene and Highland Hustle for.
Fast forward to May 2018 …
I took the plunge and trained as an instructor. In June, I took a big gulp, deep breath and launched into my first class, it was FAB!
I now run two fun-filled classes a week where I have a roomful of Hustlers, some familiar and some new faces. Who knows what their stories are … but we all share the same love of Highland Hustle.
Highland Hustle has been the best thing for me and I love it. Together with my troupe, we are strong, confident, healthy, happy people who forgot the troubles of the day … even if only for 45minutes!! No looking back!
Join Erin at Highland Hustle in the Edinburgh area or find all other classes at: highlandhustle.com/find-a-class/
