Free dance workouts!

Join Ehssan for a high-energy, feel-good dance workout.

What to Expect:

Uplifting music
Easy-to-follow moves. No dance experience needed
Full-body workout that feels like a party
A community vibe to lift your midweek energy.

When: Wednesdays, weekly.

Time: 12pm-12.30pm.

Where: Fitness Studio, Building 4 Sporting Commons (upstairs). See image below for directions.

Open to all staff and students at the University of Canberra.

About your Dance Workout facilitator

Ehssan Sakhaee is a senior lecturer in professional practice and leadership at UC (at SciTech), and lifelong lover of movement and music. He began running weekly dance workouts during the COVID-19 lockdowns while teaching at the University of Sydney, creating a space for staff and students to stay active, uplifted, and connected through Zoom. What started as a virtual initiative soon evolved into a hybrid experience, blending in-person and online participation. Now based in Canberra, Ehssan continues to share his passion by offering free community dance sessions that promote joy, wellbeing, and a sense of togetherness—no dance experience required.

Please note your photo may be used for social media and promotional materials if you participate. If you prefer not to be photographed, please let us know.

Dance Workouts is part of Connect Up 2617, a research initiative run by University of Canberra's Health Research Institute (HRI) to strengthen social connection among people aged 18 to 30.

Got questions? Follow us on Connect Up 2617 on Facebook and Instagram or send us an email at connectupbelco@canberra.edu.au. Our website is www.connectup.au.