Preparatory Programme in Dance

Konst- och kulturutbildning Umeå

Do you want to pursue a future as a dancer, choreographer, or dance teacher? Balettakademien Dansutbildning basår provides a strong foundation in ballet, jazz, modern/contemporary, and street/hip-hop for those aiming for higher studies in dance and artistic creation.

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Application date
2026-05-10
Start
2026-08-24
Duration
1 year
Study pace
Full time
Annual fee
10 000 SEK
Student financial aid
The course is eligible for student financial aid from CSN.
Language
Swedish, partly English

Content

Dansutbildning basår focuses on the connection between dance technique, improvisation and composition, and stage expression. Classes in ballet, jazz, modern/contemporary, and street/hip-hop provide you with a strong foundation for applying to higher studies in Sweden or internationally. 

The program also includes improvisation and composition, stage projects, dance theory, audition training, nutrition, yoga, mental training, and individual coaching.

Workshops, performances, and benefits

During the year, you will take part in inspiring workshops and masterclasses in collaboration with, among others, Norrlandsoperan, Norrdans and Dans i Västerbotten. You will also have the opportunity to attend performances in their current programme free of charge. You will also perform together with your dance class in shows produced by Balettakademien. 

As a student in Dansutbildning basår, you take part for free in Balettakademien’s evening courses, subject to availability, and you also have the privilege to use the dance studios for your own creative work.

With us, you get:

  • Professional and competent teachers with extensive and solid experience from both Sweden and internationally.
  • A wide range of classes in ballet, jazz, modern/contemporary dance, street/hip-hop, improvisation and composition, as well as complementary and sustainable training.
  • Individually tailored instruction with personal coaching and your own choreographic work so you can develop your unique artistic voice in dance.
  • A strong and sustainable foundation for a continued dance career.

Contact us

If you have questions about the course or the application process, we are happy to help. Perhaps you would like to visit and see how we work? Contact Lina Ahlström, course coordinator for the program.

Lina Ahlström, course coordinator Dansutbildning basår

lina.ahlstrom@folkuniversitetet.se