Senior dancers will bring down the darkness 13-15.11.2026
The greyness of November fades away when senior dancers bring down the darkness in Tanhuvaara! 💃
The weekend program is full of dancing, the joy of exercise, and togetherness!
Senior dancers are throwing down the gauntlet in Tanhuvaara for the eighth time!
There will be senior dances, line dances, Katrielles, body care, relaxation and happy evenings - something for everyone, both beginners and experienced dancers.
In addition to dance, the program also includes body care, candlelight swimming, bocce and indoor curling.
Come join us to move, laugh and enjoy – together we will overcome the darkness!
Who is the course suitable for?
- for seniors interested in dance
- for senior dance enthusiasts
- for beginners as well as experienced dancers
- You can participate in the event without a pre-arranged partner.
The best parts of the program ✨
- A diverse dance program in a supportive atmosphere: senior dances, line dances, quadrilles, rounds under professional guidance
- Gentle side program: relaxation in the spa, body-care exercise, atmospheric candlelit swimming and the opportunity to take a steam bath in the beach sauna
- Fun evening programs: Friday karaoke at Bar Espilä and Saturday evening dancing to the beat of Duo Mama.
- Evening show: the opportunity to perform with your own group in the Saturday evening show
Weekend Instructors
This year's directors include:
- Anni-Sirkku Askola-Piispanen & Jussi Piispanen
- Eve Komulainen
- Birgit Penttinen
- Ensio Koivula
preliminary program
Check out the full program – click here!
FRIDAY 13.11.2026
15:00-16:00 Check-in
16:00-16:15 Welcome to Tanhuvaara!
16:15-17:00 Korean style - Welcome dances!
17:00-18:30 Dinner in stages
18:30-19:30 The joy of dancing together!
18:30-19:15 Stretching and relaxation
19:30-21:00 Relaxation in the spa
20:00-22:30 Karaoke and evening entertainment at Bar Espilä
SATURDAY 14.11.2026
07:00-09:30 Breakfast
07:00-08:00 Possibility of water aerobics for 30 min (2 groups)
Alternatively
9:30-11:00 Easy senior dances from over the years
*beginners, easy tasters of different dance collections
9:30-11:00 Senior dances for advanced dancers & a taste of Latvian 2026 dances
10:30-14:00 Dance shoe sale in the lobby of Esko Sanio Torkkeli
11:00-12:30 Lunch in stages
Alternatively
13:30-15:00 Katrillas from near and far
*easy quadrilles
13:30-15:00 Senior dances and line dances
Alternatively
15:15-16:00 Lavis - stage dance workout
15:15-16:00 Seated dances
Alternatively
16:15-17:00 Boccia and indoor curling
16:15-17:00 FasciaMethod - body care
Alternatively
17:00-20.00 Beach saunas are warm.
17:00-20.00 Relaxation at the spa
17:00-18:30 Dinner in stages
20:00-21:00 Evening show – opportunity to perform with your own group
21:15-23:00 Orchestra Duo Mama dance at Espilä Hall and party at Bar Espilä
SUNDAY 15.11.2026
07:00-09:30 Breakfast
07:00-08:00 Atmospheric candlelight swimming
Alternatively
9:00-10:30 Fun line dancing
9:00-10:30 Folk spiritual group dances from here and there
11:00-12:00 Respecting traditions – Christmas is coming!
*Christmas dances and conclusion
12:00-13:30 Lunch in stages and room handover
*we reserve the right to make changes
tariff
210 €/person/double occupancy
200 €/person/double occupancy
280 €/person/single room (limited number of rooms)
168 €/person/ not accommodated
The price includes:
- according to your choice of accommodation, excluding non-accommodated
- full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- a diverse course program and guidance
- use of the gym and spa during public hours
more information
📧 sales@tanhuvaara.fi
044 715 0400
✉️The information letter, program and invoice will be sent approximately 2–3 weeks before the start of the course.
Welcome to the dark side of Tanhuvaara!
The course is a liberal arts education program, which is regulated by the Liberal Arts Education Act (632/1998).
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