COURSES

Spring season course schedule 2025

More info on all courses and venues' adresses can be found at the bottom of the page!

TIMECOURSETEACHERSVENUEDATES
MONDAY
19.00–20.00West Coast Swing BeginnersTerhi & Hannu-PekkaPuolala School (Puutarhakatu Unit)27.1.-7.4.
TUESDAY
18.00–19.00Lindy Hop ImproversJasmin, Marianna & OlliLuostarivuori School28.1.-4.3. & 1.4.-29.4.*
WEDNESDAY
18.00–19.00West Coast Swing ImproversJelena, Disa, Markus & AnteroLuostarivuori School29.1.-5.3. & 2.4.-7.5.*
19.10–20.10West Coast Swing IntermediateJelena, Disa & MikkoLuostarivuori School29.1.-5.3. & 2.4.-7.5.*
Subject to change.

*There is a three-week break in March in the Tuesday and Wednesday classes due to the matriculation exams being held at the school.
*There are no classes on May Day's eve 30.4.

  • 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 27.1. and they consist of 11 classes.
  • The registration for all spring season courses opens on Sunday 19.1. at 19. You can find more information and the registration form here.
  • 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.
  • In addition to the weekly courses, we'll also organize:
    • Three-part beginner's intensive of Argentine tango (in February, March, and May). More information coming closer to the event.

More information about the courses

Lindy Hop Improvers

The course is suitable for those who have taken the beginners course. You'll learn more techniques, musicality, new patterns, and leading and following. Partners will be rotated, so you don't need to bring your own partner.
Additional information: lindyhop(at)turkuswingsociety.com

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

Luostarivuori School

Event hall (1st floor). Access to changing rooms: Take the stairs up to the 2nd floor from the main entrance.

Luostarinkatu 13, 20700 Turku

Puolala School

Puutarhakatu Unit. Upper hall. Instructions on how to get there can be found here.

Puutarhakatu 5, 20100 Turku

Didn't find a suitable course?
Flying Steps offers instruction in swing dances and Argentine tango.