Dance activities
In addition to residencies and production of dance performances, the dance studio is used for various dance and movement activities for both adults and children. Some activities are run by or in collaboration with DansiT, and some are independent organizations.
The Dance Laboratory
The Dance Laboratory is a dance company consisting of adult dancers with and without disabilities. The company experiment with, explore and create contemporary dance based on the encounters between different people, and their practice is based on improvisation, contact improvisation, partner work, choreography and discussion about dance and movement. The Dance Laboratory regularly creates performances of varying sizes – either under the direction of the company’s dance artists or in collaboration with guest choreographers, and often together with the “sister group” Danseteateret.
The Dance Laboratory is run by DansiT, and is led by the company’s artistic and pedagogical team consisting of artistic director Ingeborg Dugstad Sanders and dance artists Elen Øyen, Andrea Winsnes and Gunhild Løhre.
Mondays 18:00 – 20:00
Semester start fall 2026: week 34
Contact: Ingeborg Dugstad Sanders – ingeborg@dansit.no / +47 932 60 291
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The Dance Theatre
The Dance Theatre is a dance company consisting of senior dancers who work with creative dance; improvisation, composition, choreography and experimental encounters between people. Danseteateret create performances where they collaborate with different choreographers and dance artists. The dancers in Danseteateret are between 60-90 years old and rehearse every Friday at Kultursenteret ISAK. After the dance they usually have a cup of coffee together in the café.
The Dance Theatre is run by DansiT, and led by artistic director Arnhild Staal Pettersen and dance artist / producer Gunhild Løhre.
Fridays 12.00 – 13.15 at Kultursenteret ISAK
Semester start fall 2026: week 34
Contact: Gunhild Løhre – gunhild@dansit.no / +47 901 12 626
Rabalderdans
Rabalderdans offers activities in creative dance and movement for babies and kindergarden-children accompanied by adults.
Rabalderdans ØSTBYEN/LADEMOEN:
Tuesdays 17.00 – 17.45 (2-6 yrs)
Venue: DansiT / Svartlamon – same building as Svartlamon kindergarden
Address: Strandveien 33
Rabalderdans VESTBYEN/HEIMDAL:
Thursdays 17.00 – 17.45 (2-6 yrs)
Venue: Breidablikk aktivitetshus
Address: Anders Haarstads veg 2
Semester start fall 2026: week 34
Rabalderdans also run different workshops – see more information on website/facebook.
You can register on a weekly basis via Eventbrite.
Contact: rabalderdans@dansit.no / +47 932 60 291 (Ingeborg)
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PRAXIS Trondheim
PRAXIS Trondheim is an initiative by and for Trondheim-based performing artists, inspired by PRAXIS Oslo. By sharing artistic practice in form of weekly classes, talks and workshops we offer a platform for exchange, discussion, and movement practice. PRAXIS Trondheim is for performing artists from all disciplines and people with movement experience.
PRAXIS Trondheim is organized by Anna Thu Schmidt, Karoline Ellingsen Wheeler, Gunhild Løhre and Nina Wollny.
PRAXIS Trondheim is supported by Kulturrådet, FFUK and DansiT.
Contact: praxistrondheim@gmail.com
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ImproDans Trondheim
ImproDans Trondheim offers an open, free, and safe space for movement and sound exploration and a playful approach to improvisation for artists from all disciplines and the community of movement and sound enthusiasts in Trondheim. The project consists of three parts: ImproJam, ImproLab, and ImproStunt.
ImproJam is improvisational dance for adults with a focus on contact improvisation. The class starts with a guided warm-up followed by an open jam. Here you can explore movements both alone and together with others. Different bodies with different experiences come together to dance, and we let ourselves be inspired by each other’s creativity and joy of dancing. Previous dance experience is not needed.
ImproLab is a laboratory for improvisation with artists from several disciplines. The event focuses on a specific theme and specific techniques within improvisation in collaboration with other artists. The events start with a guided workshop followed by an open jam.
ImproStunt offers a platform for site-specific, inter-artistic and interactive performances based on improvisation in public space.
ImproDans Trondheim is supported by Kulturrådet, Trondheim kommune and DansiT.
More information in events on facebook
Contact: Anna Thu Schmidt – improdanstrd@gmail.com
Grupo Uniao Capoeira Trondheim
Capoeira is a combination of martial arts, play, and dance with roots in Afro-Brazilian culture. Music and rhythm provide a catchy framework for Capoeira. A “capoeirista” is playful, agile, and strong – and so will you be!
The trainers are Anna Rongen, Anders Pettersen, Max Keppler, and Jonas Langset Hustad.
Beginners are always welcome. Try a drop-in class!
Mondays 20.30 – 22.00
Wednesdays 19.15 – 21.15
Semester start fall 2026: week 34
Contact: GUC Trondheim – guctrondheim@gmail.com / +47 942 49 365
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Contemporary dance for adults
A course where you will get familiar with several techniques and aspects of contemporary dance. We work with various dance tasks, exercises and phrases. The classes provide an opportunity to develop your movement language and give a better understanding of movement and anatomy of the body.
Open level! Suitable for beginner, intermediate and advanced level. Information on prices and registration via email. Drop-ins are also possible.
The course is taught in English/Norwegian by Anna Thu Schmidt.
Tuesdays 18:15 – 19:45
Semester start fall 2026: week 37
Contact: Anna Thu Schmidt – samtidsdansforvoksne@gmail.com
Zumba / Baila Trondheim
Zumba classes with Baila Trondheim are more than just a workout – the classes introduce participants to the diversity and energy of Latin American rhythms. You will experience styles such as salsa, merengue, bachata, reggaeton, reparto, dembow, soca and more, while also getting a fun and energetic cardio session that feels like a real Latin American party.
The classes are suitable for all levels, and you do not need any dance experience. Whether you want to be more active, improve your coordination or just have fun, you will find an inclusive and friendly environment. All you need is a water bottle and clean indoor shoes – we will take care of the rest!
Come dance, move and experience the joy of Latin American rhythms!
Vanessa Vásquez is a Chilean dancer, licensed Zumba® instructor (ZIN™) with a background in Chilean folk dance. She is passionate about introducing people to the diversity of Latin American music and dance, and creates inspiring classes filled with the joy of dancing, energy and community.
Tuesdays 20:00–21:00
Semester start fall 2026: week 36
Prices: Drop-in: 100 NOK / Bundle of 8 classes: 500 NOK
Sign up: bailatrondheim.simplybook.it
Contactt: Vanessa Vásquez – vanessa@bailatrondheim.com
@bailatrondheim @vane_vasquezcabrera
The Joy of Movement – 5Rhythms®
A free and playful movement meditation
Lead by: Ann-Cahrin Hertling · Loan TP Hoang · Barbro Husebye · Kari Holten-Nordstrand
In this dance form, there are no set steps or choreography. You move freely, guided by your body’s own energy, rhythm and impulses. Spontaneity is awakened and inspired through the music and the unique movement map in 5Rhythms® – wave after wave. Along the way, you are gently guided and invited to lean into the body’s rhythms through the music. You are held and supported by the leader, by the space and by the music – in a clear, soft and safe way. There are no “musts”, “shalls” or “oughts”. No prior knowledge of dance is necessary – only willingness and curiosity.
VITALIZING AND RELAXING
5Rhythms® is a powerful and at the same time gentle method for getting to know the body’s own nature – the free dancer within us. Energy, rhythm and impulses vary throughout the hour, day, weeks and year. Often we overrun our own rhythm due to internal and external demands and expectations. Throughout the spring you are invited to go deeper into dance using the 5Rhythms® movement map. Together we explore the body’s natural energy waves, and how they can support you in finding your own flow zone and authentic movement.
FLOW · STACKATO · CHAOS · LYRICAL · SILENCE
We follow the rhythm of the season, and examine how the body and dance are affected by the changes of nature. By moving through the wave of the five rhythms Flow – Staccato – Chaos – Lyrical – Silence, we free the body, reunite the dancer in us and return to a natural flow of energy, creativity and joy of life. Here we can discover – and rediscover – our flow zone, where we neither push nor hold back. Everyone is welcome, regardless of age, body shape, diversity, gender, orientation and background. This is a safe, inclusive and supportive space.
PRACTICAL INFO: Bring a water bottle, blanket, layers of soft clothing (to change and regulate temperature as needed).
Thursdays 18:30 – 20:30 in even weeks (doors open 18:15)
Semester start fall 2026: week 34
Price:
Drop-in:
REGISTRATION BY FEBRUARY 1 TO SECURE YOUR PLACE:
Register your registration with NAME and SPRING SEMESTER 2026 at
VIPPS 482 69 547 (Ann-Cathrin Hertling) / Bank: 6401 1278 661
Contact: Ann-Cathrin Hertling – achertling@hotmail.com / +47 482 69 547