Folk Dance Weekend 1.-3.5.2026

Mazurka, polka, yankka, sottiisi, polska and quadrille.

Does it sound strange, fascinating... difficult? No problem, it's not that difficult, but it's a lot of fun. 
This weekend we will explore the gems of Finnish dance tradition in a relaxed way. We will start with the basics and progress slowly – beginners, senior dancers and even experienced dancers can join. 

Folk dance is experiencing a new rise, even a renaissance. The course teaches steps, holds, turns and patterns through practical dances. The goal is a good atmosphere, movement and culture, without pressure to perform. 

Who is the course suitable for?

✅For all ages, typical of folk dance is – there is no age limit – all ages together 

✅For beginners who want to try something new

✅For senior dancers

✅For experienced folk dancers, new patterns and choreographers are coming

✅ You can participate with a partner, as a group or without a partner!

What is expected in the course?

• Basic steps, holds, patterns, turns 
• Sweating, having fun and dancing 
• A look at the core of Finnish dance tradition 

Weekend trainer

The weekend trainer will be: Ensio Koivula From Mikkeli.

Ensio has a dance background as a folk dance teacher, senior dance trainer/choreographer, and instructor in both ballroom and stage dance.  

The Program

Friday 1.5.2026

16:15 AM – 17:00 PM 
Opening of the Folk Dance Weekend 
Welcome to Tanhuvaara! We start the weekend by getting into the atmosphere of folk dancing. 

17:00 AM – 17:45 PM 
Päivällinen 
Sit at a prepared table with other course participants

18:15 AM – 19:45 PM 
Easy Finnish and foreign dances 
Low-threshold dances that will take you along!

20:00 AM – 21:00 PM 
Opportunity to relax at Tanhuvaara Sport Spa
The perfect end to the day: peace, warmth and recovery. 

Saturday 2.5.2026  

07:00 AM – 09:00 PM 
Breakfast 

09:30 AM – 11:00 PM 
Traditional Finnish dances in pairs and groups 
Including mazurka and jenka variations – roots and rhythm meet. 

12:00 AM – 13:00 PM 
Lunch 

13:30 AM – 15:00 PM 
Karelian karilles and Ostrobothnian polka and a look into the world of polka 
Energetic movement and the power of tradition. 

15:30 AM – 16:30 PM 
FasciaMethod – body care 
Take care of your body and support your recovery with expert guidance. 

16:45 AM – 17:30 PM 
Päivällinen 

18:00 AM – 18:45 PM 
Easy ballroom dances 
A relaxed dance moment where joy is the main focus. 

19:00 AM – 22:00 PM 
Relaxation in the gentle steam of the lakeside sauna 
Sauna, swimming, conversation and evening meal. 

Sunday 3.5.2026 

07:00 AM – 09:00 PM 
Breakfast 

09:30 AM – 11:00 PM 
Recitation & Tanhuvaara's signature dance 
Let's gather the lessons of the weekend and dance together. 

11: 30-12.00 
Course conclusion and feedback

12:00 AM – 12:45 PM 
Lunch 

Price

• €195 / person
• Supplement for a single room: €35/day
• Participation without accommodation €156/person

The price includes:

• Double occupancy
• Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
• A diverse course program and professional guidance
• Use of the gym and Sport Spa during public hours

Additional information
📧An information letter and invoice will be sent approximately 2–3 weeks before the start of the course.
📞 More information: 044 715 0400

Come along to learn new things, enjoy the joy of dance and promote well-being!

The course is a liberal arts education program, which is regulated by the Liberal Arts Education Act (632/1998).