COURSES
Spring season course schedule 2026
More info on all courses and venues' adresses can be found at the bottom of the page!
| TIME | COURSE | TEACHERS | VENUE | DATES |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MONDAY | ||||
| 18.30–19.30 | West Coast Swing Intermediate | Terhi & Hannu-Pekka | Puolala School (Puutarhakatu) | 26.1.-4.5. 3 week break 9.3.-29.3. Easter break 6.4.2026 |
| TUESDAY | ||||
| 18.05–19.05 | West Coast Swing Beginners | Disa, Markus & Antero | Katedralskolan i Åbo | 27.1.-28.4. 3 week break 9.3.-29.3. |
| 19.10–20.10 | West Coast Swing Improvers | Disa, Markus & Antero | Katedralskolan i Åbo | 27.1.- 28.4. 3 week break 9.3.-29.3. |
- Come and try out the first classes of our courses for FREE without pre-registration! However, remember that we balance leaders and followers on our courses, so you'll more likely get a spot in the course, if you register in advance or with a partner!
- The weekly courses start on Monday 26.1. and they consist of 11 classes.
- Registration for all spring season courses begins on 18.1.2026 at 6 PM! Register by using this link!
- NOTE: You can enroll in the beginner courses without any dance background!
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the class to ensure that the instruction can begin on time and latecomers do not disrupt the class.
More information about the courses
West Coast Swing Beginners
The course is a beginners course where the instruction starts from the very beginning. In the course, you will familiarize yourself with the rhythm, basic patterns, leading and following, and learn fun characteristics specific to the dance style. For the beginners course, you don't need any previous dance experience or a partner, as there will be partner rotation during the class. The course is also suitable for those who have previously danced the style and want to review the fundamentals.
Additional information: wcs(at)turkuswingsociety.com
West Coast Swing Improvers
The course is intended for those who have at least completed the West Coast Swing beginners course. The content of the course varies seasonally, and it is suggested to be completed at least twice before transitioning to the Advanced group. The course covers learning additional patterns, technique, leading and following, and also includes some review of the material learned in the beginners' course. The goal of the classes is to challenge participants to learn the intricacies of West Coast Swing and to enjoy this fantastic dance style.
Additional information: wcs(at)turkuswingsociety.com
West Coast Swing Intermediate
The course is intended for those who have been actively practicing West Coast Swing for at least two years. In the Advanced group, there is a greater emphasis on refining dance technique, musicality, and creativity. The goal is to make the dance more interactive between the leader and follower, fostering increased connection and communication.
Additional information: wcs(at)turkuswingsociety.com
Course venues
Katedralskolan i Åbo
Entrance via Nunnankatu 2. Event hall: from the front door directly to the changing room corridor and from the corridor to the hall.
Puolala School
Puutarhakatu Unit. Upper hall. Instructions on how to get there can be found here.
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