ABOUT MOOD BOOST DANCE

Hi, I'm Kristen ✨

I’m originally from sunny Arizona, but Finland has been my home since 2011. Dance and music have always been a huge part of my life—they’re what keep me energized and smiling, even through the dark Finnish winters!

I founded Mood Boost Dance in November 2025 to share that passion with others and to build a local community in Espoo where people of all ages can come together to enjoy the benefits of dance . I grew up doing various styles of dance, but always loved line dancing for its social aspect and the way it combines different styles of dance and musical genres that I enjoy.  I didn't have a line dancing community near me, so I saw an opportunity to build one! It's my way of bringing a little of my home culture to my new home in Finland. I live in Espoo with my Finnish husband and two children, and recently became a Finnish citizen as well. Olen siitä ylpeä, ja kyllä, puhun vähän suomeakin!

In addition to my line dancing classes, I also love working with children and have a background in education, so I organize a kids dance club and summer camp in Espoo too. I once had a child tell me, "When I dance, I feel like myself." I couldn't agree more.

My classes are about fun, joy, connection, expressing yourself through dance, enjoying good music, and giving yourself a boost—both physically and mentally.

You can read more about Mood Boost Dance and my story in Länsiväylä's feature article:

https://www.lansivayla.fi/paikalliset/9510674

Come join me on the dance floor—let’s move, laugh, and feel good together!

Photo by Terhi Paavola