At the summer dance camp, we dance, play in parks and forests, and go to the swimming pool. Children get the chance to try new fun dance styles and have fun together with different physical games.

You can come to the dance camp alone or with a friend. In any case, at this camp you will make new friends with whom to spend a great summer week. Don't hesitate, sign up right away for the most amazing dance camp of the summer<3

Bring exercise clothes, a water bottle, and a microwaveable lunch to the camp. The price includes a healthy snack every day.

Summer Intensive is for dancers who want to train several styles in one weekend and develop their technique, expression, and versatility. The weekend includes classes in Commercial, Contemporary, Jumps & Turns, Show Dance, and body care.

In Commercial, you’ll work with attitude, energy, hit music, and movement inspired by music videos. Contemporary combines elements of contemporary and jazz dance, with choreography that develops technique and expression. Jumps & Turns focuses on jumps and pirouettes, building strength and preparing the body for safe, correct technique. Show Dance emphasizes strong performance and varied movement, with a jazz-based technique, theatrical elements, and accessible acrobatics. Body care supports mobility, strength, recovery, and overall dancer wellbeing.

The weekend also includes two guest teachers. This intensive is best suited for junior and adult dancers at intermediate to advanced level. Bring your full commitment to the weekend’s training.

This course is for women over 65 who want to keep moving safely, improve balance and mobility, and feel better in both body and mind. It is suitable for beginners and those with some experience.

In class, you will dance and move to contemporary dance and improvisation, together with body care exercises inspired by yoga and pilates. The training is effective but gentle and based on research-based methods. You can expect to build strength and stamina, release tension, and leave class feeling more relaxed and refreshed.

The most important requirement is a willingness to participate regularly throughout the spring season. A 10-class card is used for the course.

A research-based course to increase energy, reduce tightness, and improve mental and physical balance for women over 65.

Balance has improved a lot. Dance is so wonderful, great music! - from a feedback survey for seniors

An annual dance choreography is created for the choreography group to perform and compete with in agreed-upon dance competitions and showcases. If you are interested in joining the group, please contact Nina, the group’s coordinator. The group requires a commitment to its activities and adherence to the jointly established rules. In this group, the joy of working together and the thrill of success in shared experiences are emphasized. In addition, group members must choose either Dance Technique (on Mondays) or Ballet-Character (on Fridays) to support technical development. They are also free to choose any other classes appropriate to their age level.

The total cost for choreography groups consists of the choreography lesson fee plus a separate choreography fee. The choreography fee covers creating the choreography, editing the music, ordering the group’s outfits, some performance costumes and supplies, the dance competition application process, the dance teacher’s travel expenses, and organizing any extra group-specific events. At the start of the season, the group will order a uniform dance outfit, which is not included in the choreography fee. Please bring a water bottle and your dance slippers, along with a cheerful attitude. Hair should be tied back.

A couple of years of dance experience is needed. Students learn to support their posture with core muscles support and correct body alignment. Jazz dance sequences are focused on developing turnout, jumping strength, balance, mobility and flexibility. We recommend Technique or Ballet & Character classes to all dancers as a part of a core dance curriculum. This class is recommended to for a DanceUp Stars Group dancers.

Bring along close-fitting dance clothes and a water bottle. We dance bare foot or in toe socks, with hair tied up.

For dance students with some previous jazzdance experience. Jazzdance is an energetic class that include center work and across the floor turn and jump combinations. The lesson includes rhythmics, body isolation and coordination exercises, strengthening and mobility exercises.

Bring your own dance workout clothes and a water bottle. Bare foot / toe socks. Hair tied up.

A new dance choreography is created for the choreography group every year, which they perform / compete in dance competitions and reviews. An audition for the group is held in the beginning of summer. Apply to this group if you are passionate about performing and competing, ready to commit to long-term practice, following the group’s common rules and working as a team. In addition to the choreography class, the dancer attends 1-2 optional dance lessons, preferably technique or ballet & character dance class. Choreography group fee includes weekly practices and choreography group's fee. Choreography group's fee consists of choreography's fee, dance clothes and costume orders, some of the costumes' costs, dance-competition order process, dance teacher travel costs, choreography group's extra yearly activities such as organised group activities at the beginning and the end of year, student evaluation.

Dance uniform, which is not included in the fee above, will be ordered for the group in the beginning of the season. Bring a happy mind, toe socks, a drink bottle and your hair tied up.

A new dance choreography is created for the choreography group every year, which they perform / compete in dance competitions and reviews. An audition for the group is held in the beginning of summer. Apply to this group if you are passionate about performing and competing, ready to commit to long-term practice, following the group’s common rules and working as a team. In addition to the choreography class, the dancer attends at least 2 dance classes: technique class, which is paired up with the choreography class and an optional dance class. Choreography group fee includes weekly practices and choreography group's fee. Choreography group's fee consists of choreography's fee, dance clothes and costume orders, some of the costume costs, dance-competition fees, dance teacher travel costs, and choreography group's extra yearly activities such as organised group activities at the beginning and the end of year as well as student evaluation.

Dance uniform, which is not included in the fee above, will be ordered for the group in the beginning of the season. Bring a happy mind, toe shoes and a drink bottle. Hair tied up.

For children with some previous experience in dance / sports. Ballet builds strong fundamental skills for other dance styles as well as sports. It improves posture, muscle strength, agility, flexibility, coordination, musicality, cognitive skills, learning abilities, persistence, and self-confidence. Character dance is based on ballet and techniques from folk dance. It is highly energetic, rhythmic, dynamic and it makes learning ballet technique fun. Lessons combine barre exercises, center work, across the floor turn and jump exercises, as well as dances to perform in both ballet and character dance techniques.

We recommend Ballet & Character or Technique class to all our students. Bring a black dance leotard, light ballet tights, dance shorts, light tan-colored ballet slippers, black character shoes and a drinking bottle. Hair tied up.

Contemporary dance is for adults who want to develop body awareness, strength and flexibility through guided sequences and improvisation. The class includes contemporary dance technique, floor exercises, a dance sequence and body care. As you practice, your body control, muscle strength and suppleness improve, and you gain confidence to challenge yourself in new ways while exploring your own movement language.

This class is an additional class for the Dance Up Donnas group.

In Nina’s class, you notice yourself surpassing your limits and learning things you would not otherwise have dared to try. - According to the Donnas

Bring your own comfortable dance clothes and a water bottle. Dance barefoot or in socks.

For dance students with several years of dance technique or ballet training experience. Classes focus on both the physical and intellectual understanding of correct alignment, core strength, turnout, balance and jump technique. Classes include bar exercises, center work and progressive dance sequences. We recommend Technique or Ballet & Character dance class to all dancers as a part of a core dance curriculum.

This class is required for a Dance Up Sparks Group dancers. Bring along close-fitting dance clothes and a water bottle. We dance bare foot or in toe socks, with hair tied up.

For dancers with several years of dance experience. The class includes jazz / show series, digging into the dynamics of movement and expression / performance. Additionally we engage in a wide range of varied rhythms, body isolation and coordination exercises, jumping and pirouette techniques, and mobility exercises.

Bring your own dance workout clothes and a water bottle. We dance in jazz shoes (dance teacher will give you instructions which ones to choose). Come with your hair tied up.

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Jazzdance is a fun and energetic class for children who want to try a new dance style. The class focuses on basic jazzdance technique, dance expression, rhythm, coordination, jumps and flexibility. You will also learn a lively dance choreography.

The class helps dancers build courage, confidence and a sense of success. Bring your own dance clothes, a water bottle and toe socks or come barefoot. Keep your hair tied back.

Leap into the wonderful world of pirouettes and jumps! For dancers with several years of experience. In this upbeat class, you’ll strengthen your muscles and refine your technique, ensuring safe and proper form for every spin and leap. We’ll focus on finding the perfect pirouette position, boosting your jumping power, and lining up your body correctly for each move. Beyond technique drills, you’ll also learn short, fun combos in the center and across the floor. This is the official technique class for our Dance Up Infinity group.

Come dressed in form-fitting dancewear, bring a water bottle, dance barefoot or with foot mitts, and keep your hair tied back. We can’t wait to see you on the dance floor!

The class combines attitude, energy, the latest hit songs and the movement language familiar from music videos. Jump in and try out Dance Up Academy's new dance class and forget the rules! Commercial is a mix of show, street and star vibes. This class is suitable for those, who want to try a new relaxed and fun dance style as well as for those, who just want to start dancing.

Bring casual comfortable dance clothes and water bottle. You can dance either barefoot or wearing socks or dance sneakers.

Contemporary dance class explores the human body’s limits through dance combinations and improvisation. It allows students to express their emotions through movement. The class includes some floor acrobatics and a short dance choreography.

Bring your own dance workout clothes and a water bottle. We dance in bare feet / socks. Hair tied up.

A new dance choreography is created for the choreography group every year, which they perform / compete in dance competitions and reviews. An audition for the group is held in the beginning of summer. Apply to this group if you are passionate about performing and competing, ready to commit to long-term practice, following the group’s common rules and working as a team. In addition to the choreography class, the dancer attends at least 2 dance classes: Technique class, which is paired up with the choreography class and an optional dance class.

The choreography group fee includes weekly practices and choreography group's fee. Choreography group's fee consists of choreography's fee, dance clothes and costume orders, some of the costumes' costs, dance-competition order process, dance teacher travel costs, choreography group's extra yearly activities such as organised group activities at the beginning and the end of year, student evaluation. Dance uniform, which is not included in the fee above, will be ordered for the group in the beginning of the season. Bring a happy mind, toe shoes and a drink bottle. Hair tied up.

A little boost and a moment of calm on a Friday afternoon before the weekend begins! Designed for adult dancers with previous experience who want to bring both body and soul under control through ballet technique and modern kinesiology insights. Our goal is to improve and maintain good posture, flexibility, balance, and overall movement quality. What to bring: form-fitting dance attire, soft ballet slippers, a water bottle and an open mind. What to leave at the door: any uncertainties or negative thoughts about your body, fitness level, or skills, any “I’d love to, but I don’t have time” excuses, and any preconceived notions about ballet. It’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend!

I think I’ve fallen for ballet. It’s challenging yet captivating. Wonderfully precise. – Merja

Is this short course we continue practicing in point shoe technique. Course focusses on safe, progressive pointe technique to build strength, body control and balance. This course requires participation in the Ballet Flow class.

Bring a dance leotard, light ballet tights, shorts, point shoes, point shoe inserts (silicone, wool or made of fabric) and a drinking bottle. Hair tied up.

This class is designed for children who already have a few years of tumbling experience. We combine creative dance with skill-building to encourage kids to push their boundaries and joyfully explore new tricks and techniques. In this group, children should already be comfortable doing cartwheels and ready to give handstands a try. We also expect a degree of independence in class, so each child can work on their own as needed. After each session, kids leave happy and motivated to keep practicing their newfound skills in their free time.

Please come with a positive attitude, a form-fitting dance outfit, and a water bottle. Bare feet and tied-up hair help ensure a safe and inspiring environment for everyone!

Yoga-Pilates is for anyone who wants a balanced class that combines the best parts of yoga and pilates. The practice offers a challenging yet nourishing workout that develops body awareness, concentration, breathing, strength, flexibility and relaxation.

Exercises are adapted to participants' individual needs, so you can join even if you are a beginner. Bring comfortable close-fitting workout clothes, bare feet, a water bottle and a towel. Keep your hair tied back. Bring your own mat or borrow one from the studio.

Annika is a calm, wise and gentle teacher. Under Annika’s guidance, I have learned to listen to and respect my body. - Marjo M.

For adults of age 40+ who want an opportunity to perform. We will progress step by step towards a choreography with plenty of support and laughing along the way. The course is an opportunity to form friendships during out-of-class get-togethers and traveling to the competitions. It takes commitment to be in this group. The News members should give some time for an interview with Nina. Choreography group fee includes weekly practices and choreography group's fee. Choreography group's fee consists of choreography's fee, dance clothes and costume orders, some of the costumes' costs, dance-competition order process, dance teacher travel costs, choreography group's extra yearly activities such as organised group activities at the beginning and the end of year, student evaluation. Bring a comfortable dance outfit, bare feet and a water bottle.

It was a delightful, group bonding and genuinely therapeutic trip . -Miimi

I woke up with this happy feeling. It's so wonderful I can share these special moments with you my friends.-Kata