Afrodance

The institute offers a wide range of Afro dance classes. There are courses for different levels, such as beginner, advanced beginner and intermediate classes, as well as special courses for seniors and adults with babies. Some of the courses focus on traditional West African dances, but there is also Urban Afro, where you can unwind to the beat of West African popular music. Afro dance and body care courses combine energetic dance and relaxing body care, and some of the courses have live accompaniment.

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Ballet

There are beginner classes for complete beginners, as well as advanced and intermediate classes for more experienced dancers. Senior ballet classes allow you to enjoy ballet without the jumps or spins. All classes have one thing in common: listening to your body, practicing the basics with ballet music, and developing body awareness and balance.

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Dancehall

Dancehall courses focus on the basics of the genre and the expression that is characteristic of the style. Classes include a warm-up, technique section and choreography, and no previous experience is required for the beginner courses. The advanced course is aimed at those who have already mastered the basics.

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Oriental dance

Oriental dance has its roots in ancient Egypt and the Middle East. Courses teach basic movements such as body rolls, hip thrusts and body vibrations. There is also a slow-paced therapeutic oriental dance, which is especially aimed at those with back or shoulder problems, poor posture, problems with the lower back or hips, or otherwise feeling stiff and uncomfortable in their own bodies.

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Jazz and show dance

The courses focus mainly on different forms of jazz and show dance. The courses often combine other dance styles such as contemporary and street dance. The teaching focuses on basic technique, movement sequences and choreography, with an emphasis on expression and rhythm.

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Latin dances

The school offers different types of dance, such as salsa, latin mix and couple salsa. The courses are aimed at dancers of different levels, from beginners to more experienced ones. During the day, there are several latin courses aimed at seniors.

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Contemporary dance

In contemporary dance classes, you move holistically, utilizing your body weight and gravity. During classes, you do a variety of exercises and dance sequences on both the floor and overhead.

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Reggaeton

Reggaetón, which originated in Latin America, has spread around the world, especially to nightclubs. The style mixes Jamaican musical influences from reggae and dancehall with Latin American hip hop music. Reggaetón is a fast-paced dance style that emphasizes the use of the hips and core.

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Somatic movement

The somatic movement course deepens body awareness and self-knowledge. The course introduces somatic movement practice and movement improvisation through creative work.

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Dance improvisation

In dance improvisation, you explore and create your own movement through different mental images and anatomical starting points. The course includes both freer and more carefully guided exercises, alone, with a partner and in a group.

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Therapeutic dance

The Creative Therapeutic Dance course offers an opportunity to explore the experience of self through movement and dance. We use the principles of TLT (dance movement therapy) and IFS (Internal Family systems) therapy, which support the opening of emotional expression and physicality to each other through movement.

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Flowing body

Flowing Body classes offer the joy of dance and body care in one package. The diverse classes include short movement sequences, creative movement and body care that strengthen and free your body and mind. During the classes, you dance to the rhythm of varied music and enjoy the movement from your toes to your fingertips.

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Subscription courses

Does your company need to organize a program for a quiet/busy day or other recreational days or kick-off events? We organize various activities and workshops to help create a sense of community and relaxation.

Subscription courses can also be a fun addition to birthday parties, bachelor parties, or various evenings with friends. 

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Senior dance

There are a number of senior dance classes available for seniors at various levels. The courses cover basic steps for samba, salsa, merengue, cha cha cha, rumba, bachata and jive. Seniors also have access to senior ballet, therapeutic oriental dance, and gentle afro and body care courses.

» Sign up for a senior dance course

Adult-child dance classes

The adult-baby Afrodance and body care course allows adults to move together with their babies. The course introduces the movement language of West African dances, which especially opens up the thoracic spine and neck-shoulder area. The body care section focuses on movements that strengthen deep muscles and stretches that relax the entire body. The course is aimed at adults and progresses on the terms of the little ones. The baby can join in in a sling or backpack, or lie on the floor.

The goal of adult-child dance classes is to offer the joy of movement together with your child. Adult-child dance classes are suitable for complete beginners, no previous dance experience is required.

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It's easy for us to come

College facilities Located with good transport connections, the courses are easy to get to. The courses are held at the university building on Runeberginkatu or in the center of Helsinki on Annankatu.

About study advice You will receive help with course selection and study-related questions. Feel free to contact us and together we will find the right course for you!

Remember

The lesson length is 45 minutes.

The language of instruction for the courses is usually Finnish. In many courses, teachers can also teach in English or another language. You can ask the student guidance office what language will be used in the course.

The facilities have all the necessary equipment, unless otherwise stated in the course information. Please bring your own clean towel to protect the exercise mat.

Remember to take care of your own insurance coverage, as the college does not take out insurance for students.

Some of the teaching at Helsinki Adult Education Centre is organised via distance learning, for example using Zoom. Distance learning applications are easy to use and you can join the class from home. The link you receive will automatically direct you to the distance learning class.