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Welcome to Hurja Piruetti! A dance school in the middle of the city!

Hurja Piruetti Western-Uusimaa Dance Institute is a dance school that provides wide Basic Education in Arts, more specifically in dance and performance. It is maintained by a Support Association and operates in Raasepori area. We have been teaching dance since 1995, and every year we are developing both the class selection and our teaching. The basis of the education we provide is to show children how they can express themselves through dance and find joy in movement.

We want to offer our students information and knowledge on dance as a multifaceted form of art. Hurja Piruetti is a member of the Association of Dance Institutes in Finland.

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Hurja Piruetti - Basic education in dance and circus art

The joy of dance is for everyone!

We provide dance classes for dancers of all ages. Are you looking for a hobby that is fun, that will get you in shape, that will strenghten your bodily expression, or are you looking for something more goal-directed and want to be part of our competition groups and performances? We have dance classes of different levels for everyone above the age of 3.

For children

For children, we can provide a range of active courses from children’s dance classes to mini ballet and acrobatics. We have groups in children’s dance classes and mini ballet starting from 3-year-olds. For the beginners’ acrobatics the age limit is 4. In the classes, your child will learn basic skills in moving, rhythm and space, as well as get to know their own body whilst learning about working in a group. The world of dance and acrobatics is explored through games and mental imagery. The classes directed at children are a stepping stone for later studies in specific dance styles, and are counted as part of the studies in basic education in arts.

Youth & teenagers

We offer basic education in arts for youngsters from on the age of 7. In our selection we have, for example, contemporary dance, classical ballet, lyrical jazz, hip hop, breakdance, locking, DANCE, show jazz, commercial dance, body maintenance and acrobatics. Dance can be a fun hobby you attend once a week, or a hobby with the goal of completing studies in basic education in arts. It is possible to complete the basic education in arts in either the basic or advanced syllabus. The advanced syllabus is available for contemporary dance or street styles as the main subject of studies. Our student advisor Ulla Koho as well as our other teachers will provide help in matters regarding studies in dance.

For adults

Are you looking for something to do that’s fun, something that gets you in shape, or something with a possibility to progress? We offer SuperBallet, Ladies -classes (different levels), 60+ class for seniors, funkyjazz (different levels), dancehall reggae, production classes, and body maintenance classes. Furthermore, adults, too, are eligible for studies in Basic education in arts, in both the basic or advanced syllabus. For further information please contact our student advisor Ulla Koho.

Currently happening at Hurja Piruetti

Welcome! Keep up with what is going on at the dance school by following us on Facebook and Instagram. We post regular updates on all current matters as well as on upcoming events.

Hurja Piruetti’s art education project is blooming in Raseborg in May! Due to the pandemic, the traditional spring festival at the local theatre had to be cancelled the second year in a row, and the yearning back to the stage is strong for all those working with performance. This spring we will be blooming all around Raseborg as projects and happenings flow out of the studios and come to light.Hurja Piruetti’s spring festival “Florere Florere” takes place from 10th May - 23rd May 2021. This year, the festival takes on a new form: Hurja Piruetti’s dancers of all ages will realise, produce, perform and immerse themselves in dance and circus projects of various kinds, which will be - and already have been - seen and heard all around Raseborg. During the upcoming two weeks, watch creativity bloom as groups perform finalised pieces, extracts of projects, and demos of ongoing processes on our website and social media channels. Join us in enjoying the blossoming - let a thousand flowers bloom!

: 08.05.2021

Course: CREATE - a project

Age group: 13+, advanced

Course content: 60h Basic Education in Arts study credits (TPO opinnot)

This project is led by dance artist and MA in Dance Pedagogy student Reettaleena Rauhala. The project explores creating movement in the moment as improvisation/freestyle, and as predetermined choreography. The idea is that the group together with the facilitator works toward creating an art work of some kind (the format may range from a dance performance to a photography exhibition – only imagination is the limit!). The first demo of the work will take place in December, and the second in April.

The project happens in a workshop format, spread over 14 meetings on Fridays and Saturdays during the season 2021/2022 (Note: rehearsals once or twice a month, see detailed schedule below). The project accrues 60h Basic Education in Arts study credits (TPO opinnot).

Aims:

Aim of the project is to provide and help discover tools for creating movement, thus tapping into own creative energy. Via this exploration, the participants may continue finding and redefining their own movement language, and gain confidence in their capabilities, skills and vision. The project also makes space for collective art making, giving an opportunity to rehearse group work, collective decision making, and interaction in general.

Rehearsal plan:

Fri 20.8. 18-21

Sat 11.9. 10-15

Sat 9.10. 10-15

Sat 20.11. 10-15

Fri 26.11. 18-21

Fri 3.12. 18-21

(Christmas showcase)

Sat 11.12 10-15

Sat 8.1. 10-15

Fri 21.1. 18-21

Fri 18.2. 18-21

Sat 5.3. 10-15

Fri 18.3. 18-21

Sat 2.4. 10-15

(Spring festival)

Fri 6.5. 18-21

Sign up for classes!

Join our delightful dance organisation! Choose a class that is the best for you and sign up! Should you have questions regarding our classes, please contact info@hurjapiruetti.com

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Basic education in arts

With us at Hurja Piruetti, you can dance just for fun, to get in shape, or in a more goal-orientated manner by choosing either the basic or advanced syllabus of Basic education in arts.The Basic education in arts is suitable for children and youngsters, as well as for adults.

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We have a diverse selection of dance styles for children, youngsters and adults from beginner courses to advanced. Explore the different dance styles through the link below.

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Dance offers unique experiences

Dance offers unique experiences and brings people together. In dance, physical expression, skill and technique are combined in a versatile way. Dancing gets you in shape, and the experiences and working in groups motivate you to keep going. Dance is for everyone. Pure joy of movement!

We offer a wide range of dance-filled services for individuals, associations and corporations. For example, you can order a magnificent dance performance for your party, throw an unforgettable birthday celebration for your offspring, or offer your employees a memorable experience with dance. It is also possible to hire our dance studios, as well as accessories and costumes from our costume department.

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