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Audition for our 2026–27 competition groups
Junior and adult audition classes are on May 27 — Children and Adults 2–3 just fill in the form.
We all can dance when we find the music that we love.
- Giles Andreae
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Dance Courses
Supportive, professional, inclusive dance for all ages
Choreography & private instruction
Dances to dazzle and courses for individuals to excel
Performances & Competitions
Unforgettable productions together and chances to shine on stage
About us
We love to see our students learning and we learn from them how to teach
Choreography & private instruction
Commission a choreography
Dance Up Academy teachers offer choreographies for solo, duo and small groups. Dance teachers have years of experience and have won national and international awards for their work in competitions. Nina has also worked as a judge at Finnish competitions since 2009.
Fees for Dance Up Academy students
180€ choreographing a dance
65€ / 60 min / solo rehearsal
39€ / 60 min / duo rehearsal / dancer
29€ / 60 min / group rehearsal 3-5 dancers / dancer
Dance studio's rent is not included in the rehearsal's fee.
If not a student of DanceUp Academy, get in touch and we will make you an offer.
Get in touch at danceupacademy@gmail.com so we can plan a suitable choreography and rehearsal schedule for you.
Receive private instruction
Dance Up Academy teachers Julia Van Camp and Nina Heino offer private instruction, conditioning and coaching towards a goal such a solo performance.
Get in touch and we will create a suitable training schedule together with you.
Performances & Competitions
Little Inspirations
We wish to “wake up” a choreographer in every dance student. Check here for next year’s show’s information as soon as it is available.
The Spring Show
Come experience our spectacular annual performance showcasing our little, young and adult dance talents in a wide variety of dance styles! See this year’s show’s information here as soon as it becomes available.
Our special classes
Wrestling Dance class
In this wild athletic dance class daddies can spend some quality time with their kids. There will be a lot of fun, sweat and emotions in the air.
My mom & me
All the mom’s will be invited to dance and enjoy with her child to dance class. We want to celebrate Mother's day in a special way.
Friend & me
During the Valentine’s Day week the student has an opportunity to invite a friend to the dance class and have fun together.
Dance competitions
We give opportunities to all our students to experience the feeling /art of performing while appreciating and learning from other dancers and schools.
Dance Up Academy has collected numerous awards from national and international competitions and festivals, while the goal is always to be ourselves and enjoy dance.
To keep up with our recent competitions, follow us on Instagram.
About us
Our Approach
Dance Up Academy provides an active, healthy and creative hobby that will last a lifetime. We are a community where everyone belongs. We learn from our students to be able to support their needs and growth. Our classes and choreographies help to form friendships, build confidence and explore creativity.
Dance Up Academy’s professional teachers provide Basic Education in the Arts, tied to a national arts curriculum. We offer classes in Ballet, Contemporary, Character dance, Dance Acrobatics, Jazz, and Teghnique. Dance Up Academy enters every major Finnish competition, receiving awards regularly. We have five competition teams: Dance Up Joy - Stars - Sparks - Infinity - Donnas.
Feedback
I greatly appreciate the staff's work on the part of students: they are really present. The kids bring learning home about, for example, conditioning and healthy eating, from which the kids will get joy through their lives.- Terhi Penttilä
Quality work for the children's benefit. Lovely professional teachers and staff. Incredibly active daily events from which children get enjoyment and self confidence, while their dance skill grows! A wonderful atmosphere.- Maarit ja Iain Tyson
The joy of dancing is many times more important than the trophies.- Monica (adult dancer)
Feedback
A nice staff, a converging set of educational values, enjoyable physical activity and active communication have been really satisfying. The well-being of children seems to be the most important factor guiding you.- Terhi Kalli
Awesome activity that the kids have been really happy with. And best of all, after all that exercise at home, you are not tired in the evening but an energetic girl! Acrobatics exercises are a really good thing - hannd stands are pop! And, of course, we must not forget the wonderful moments of relaxation at the dance school, which we mothers have also enjoyed.- Anna Koivu
Nina Heino
Nina is a dance teacher and choreographer as well as a co-owner of Dance Up Academy.
Nina graduated as a dance teacher from the Turku Dance Academy and added a pedagogical qualification through the Tampere Teacher Education College as well as many dance courses in Finland and England. Nina specializes in jazz dance, contemporary dance and dance acrobatics for kids. She is a registered judge for Finnish Competitions in Performing Arts. Nina’s choreographies have won numerous prizes, stipends and honorable mentions in dance competitions.
My goals as a dance teacher are to inspire and unite students, to share joy and have positive learning experiences.
Julia Van Camp
Julia is a dance teacher, a choreographer, a physiotherapist, as well as a co-owner of Dance Up Academy.
Julia holds degrees from the St. Petersburg College of Culture and Arts in Dance Teaching and Choreography, and the Tampere University of Applied Sciences in Physiotherapy. Julia specializes in classical ballet, character dance and dance acrobatics for kids. She combines her expertise in dance teaching with knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics and kinesiology. Julia’s choreographies have won numerous prizes, stipends and honorable mentions in dance competitions.
As a teacher I want to support students to try new things and achieve their own dance goals.
Aino Marjamäki
Aino is a former Dance Up Academy’s student, who has her own long, rich dance background. Her dance history includes contemporary, show, jazz, ballet, and commercial dance. She also has over 10 years experience in dance competitions, taking part in the Performing Arts competition in duos, small groups and larger groups. The highlight of her participation was a third place in the 2023 Performing Arts SM adult small group category.
As a teacher I want to support students to try new things and achieve their own dance goals.
Annika Taulaniemi
Annika is teaching yoga and integrating it with Pilates. Annika has extensive teaching experience and a varied education. Annika had started becoming a yoga teacher in Puna Yoga College in Helsinki and continued in Stockholm at Ylab. Annika's vocation is physical therapy; her doctoral studies address the effects of Pilates exercise on lower back pain. Annika has a been involved in dance since 1960 and learned to love movement, seeing its empowering effects. As a teacher, Annikka is precise and skilful at adopting exercises for students with different needs.
Aada Vuori
Aada is an experienced performer and dance instructor with a strong background in disco and show dance, both in Finland and internationally. She has won multiple Finnish Championship medals and performs actively in show and commercial styles, where her strengths include stage presence and expressive performance. As an instructor since 2018, Aada is known for her warm, energetic teaching style and her ability to create an encouraging atmosphere.
Frequently asked questions
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Yes, you can try any dance class once for free.
Yes, registration is required to reserve your spot in the class. Registering does not commit you to payment.
You must first create an account if you do not already have one. Make sure your contact information has been added to your account. Go to the courses page, add each course you would like to attend, and click register at the bottom of the page. If you are registering children, you should first add the children to your account. After that, you can select the child’s name when registering for courses.
Yes, cancellations can be made by email.
The invoice will be sent a few weeks after the season starts, giving you time to decide whether you would like to continue with the group. You can also pay the invoice in installments.
You can find our pricing on the website.
Adult dancers can pay for their own classes using Epassi. A 5% billing fee will be added to the invoice.
You will receive a confirmation email after registering. If you cannot find the message right away, please check your spam and promotions folders first. Contact us if you still cannot find the confirmation.
Yes, our studios have comfortable waiting areas for parents.
Please see the dance class description. LINK TO CLASSES.
You can also ask the teacher during your first class.
Read the class description, and if you are still unsure, send us an email and we will help you choose the right level:
Yes, all of our teachers have good English language skills and are happy to teach in English when needed. Our website is also available in English.
Yes! You can join classes during the season if there is space available in the group. Please contact us before registering.
