In this course we aim to find spaces in which we can connect with ourselves and the world around us through street dances and traditional Ghanaian music.
In Ama Kyei's course, we seek connection with ourselves and the world around us, and a sense of freedom.
In the classes, we improvise to house, R&B, hip-hop, and traditional Ghanaian music, aiming to find spaces in which we can connect with ourselves and the world around us.
Ama's background is in street dance and traditional West African dances. The philosophy underlying these traditions, particularly around freedom and the significance of movement, has greatly influenced Ama's approach to dance and teaching. That said, the classes do not focus on the aesthetics or steps of these styles. You are warmly welcome, regardless of how you move!
About the instructor:
Ama Kyei is a dancer, choreographer and dance teacher whose heart beats for nature, children, and the freedom of movement. In her teaching, Ama's wish is to create spaces in which we can find gentle ways to connect with ourselves and our surroundings. Ama's roots are in street dance, and in recent years, she has immersed herself in traditional West African dance traditions..
Indulge the Movement – Contemporary Dance for All courses are mainly instructed by the choreographers and performers of Zodiak's previous, current and upcoming season's performances. Indulge the Movement courses are suitable for everyone, and you can join even without any prior dance experience. The classes focus on motion and movement while also offering an opportunity to explore various dance practices through alternating instructors.
All you need are comfortable clothes suitable for movement and a water bottle. During the classes, we dance barefoot or with socks. The courses are held in Finnish and/or English according to the needs of the participants.
Please note that from fall 2025 on, one cannot make up absences from the classes in the Indulge the Movement -courses. We encourage to you to take care that you can attend all the classes you've signed up to. Please note that you cannot arrive class later than 5 minutes past the starting time. After that the door will close. This is to ensure everyone a peaceful and concentrated course atmosphere. For more information on how to participate in the courses see How to Participate.
