Information in English

Welcome to Toppen

Vefsn Folk High School Toppen is a liberal (religiously and politically independent) folk high school with an age limit of 18 years youngest. You will have a solid range of subjects within MUSIC, MUSIC PRODUCTION, SPORTS AND OUTDOOR LIFE , X-SPORTS - mountain and water, OUTDOOR LIFE EASY , CREATIVE MIX, OUTDOORLIFE - North of Norway and New Zealand, EXPERIENCE THE NORTH OF NORWAY and E-SPORTS.

The two-pronged profile allows you to study a subject in depth while simultaneously trying out new activities and subjects. You will meet like-minded people and really shine on the stage, in the studio, on tour or in the gym. You will also get to know people with other interests than you, this undoubtedly will broaden your mind and make you a bit wiser and more generous. All employers look for personal development and social skills, and this is precisely what you get at a folk high school.

A bit of day-to-day life

Below you will see how the timetable looked like usual weeks last school year. Most elective courses take place wednesday and in the afternoon / evening. Some line activity also requires work in the evening. We divide the school year in 5 periods, and plan one period at the time. This will cause some changes to the plan throughout the year.

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During the year there are mandatory classes/events every other Saturday and 4-5 Sundays.

The school is open all day till we close at. 23.00 (usually). To make the most of the year you should take advantage of this opportunity and make things happen. Some of the classrooms are occasionally relegated to courses, trim groups and the like, but there is still good access in most rooms, except for regular teaching hours. The timetable is under revision and changes can be made.

As a student at folk high school, you must take a lot of responsibility for the community, both socially and practically. It also implies voluntary work and kitchen / in-house duty. In addition to these common duties, of course, cleanliness and order in your own room and bathroom / toilet is your responsibility.

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School calendar 2025-2026

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AUTUMN 2025
  • Student reception Sunday 24.08.2025
  • The first day of classes is Monday 25 August
  • Autumn holiday from and including Friday 03.10(first day off) to and including Monday 13.10 (last day off). The first day of classes after the autumn holidays is Thuesday 14th October.
  • Christmas holiday from and including Friday19.12 (first day off)

 

SPRING 2026 
  • Student reception spring course Tuesday 06.01.2026
  • Student reception year course Wednesday 07.01.2026
  • Easter holiday from and including 27.03 (firstday off) to and including 07.04 (last day off). The first day of teaching afterthe Easter holidays is Wednesday 08.04.
  • Closing event for year course and spring coursein the morning of 09 May 2026. Return home the same day.

Subject to changes

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Practical information

We have a shared kitchen for the students which can be used if you want to cook yourself a meal. Here you wash your clothes in a common laundry room, as all students use. You may want to mark your clothes before you arrive so that they are not easily confused. It is not allowed to bring pets to school. Smoking only in designated places (also applies to electric cigarettes).

Read about our School basics

Field trip

During the school year, all the lines will go on field trips, both domestic and abroad. It is important that you have passport, travel insurance and European health insurance card (or similar for your country). You will receive more information about the tours when the school year starts.

Electives

Elective subjects are selected after you have arrived, but you can register for the major subjects Subjects for Higher Education (only Norwegian students).

Insurance

You may want to check that you have insurance that covers all conditions by staying outside the home and your country. Make sure you have insurance that covers high value items (camera, computer equipment, musical instruments and sports equipment). It may also be advisable to secure against damage you may incur on other people’s assets. You also need a travelinsurance for school field trips. The school has an insurance for accidents occurring during school hours.

If you are studying in Norway for less than a year, you will not, as a general rule, become a member of the Norwegian National Insurance Scheme. Please read about your rights and obligations:

Norwegian Health Care for foreigners

Find your line

At TOPPEN you can immerse yourself in the line that interests you the most, while giving you the opportunity to try out new activities and subjects. Great for those who like to be both creative and active.

Next year you can choose following programes:

Acteur

This line gives you the opportunity to unfold yourself and discover new possibilities. Here we go magic, and playheads on!

Our ACTING line is perfect for those who like to keep up with different expressions in theater and film. We often collaborate with the other lines, and benefit from their expertise.

It doesn't matter how much experience you have. Dat thou vill, er and for that with. You will develop from the level you are at.

Read more

Gaming

For those who:

Love gaming and see it as a passion

Like to explore different titles and genres

Are curious about how a game is built

Want an inclusive environment

Read more

The Gaming course at Toppen is for those who see games as a hobby, a passion, and a way to relax. Here, you have time to play the games you want, whether it's single-player, co-op games with friends, epic stories like Baldur's Gate, nerve-wracking moments in Dark Souls, or hanging out in GTA. In addition, you get a unique insight into what makes games so great.

Gaming with us is suitable for those who love games, want to explore different genres, and want to spend a year with like-minded people. This is the course for those who see games as an important part of your life and who want to spend a year at a folk high school to explore your passion.

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PERFORMA MUSIC

Perfect for those who want to take their music a step further and develop in an inspiring music environment. And if you love going to concerts, you can only enjoy it.

About the course

On this course you will quickly feel that you are becoming a better musician. You will receive guidance on your instrument and your playing style, “nerd” in the rehearsal rooms and be inspired by many concerts and professional musicians. You will practice as a musician in various ensembles, in the studio and on stage. With our regular courses in improvisation with Liv Andrea Hauge, songwriting with Øystein Herkedal and industry studies with Lasse Weeden you will gain knowledge and experience from professional players in the industry.

Here you will learn that little extra that makes you more independent and attractive as a musician. We work a lot with interaction, improvisation and musical understanding, something that will serve you well in the future.

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Read more

What's special?

You get to choose between a number of specializations, and tailor a program that suits your needs.

• We collaborate closely with Bakgården Kultur, Mosjøen Kulturhus and the local Jazz- og Bluesclub.

• We regularly meet musicians on tour in Northern Norway, talk to them and get good tips about life as a musician. You get to participate in masterclasses and workshops with professionals, and learn improvisation from the best.

• Collaboration with UIT and UIA

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We also collaborate with the other lines in the music section, and we have classes together with Music Production and Music Business. This gives us an inspiring academic environment that we all benefit from.

Performed musician is suitable for those who are passionate about playing and who want to pursue music further. On this course you will become a better musician, gain first-hand insight into the industry and a good musical network for the future. If you also want to do projects in the studio, play many concerts and go on tour during the year, then this is the course for you. We must also add that the cultural life in Mosjøen is known for its high activity, and there will be opportunities to play concerts together with actors in the district.

Outside of the line, you will also meet people with completely different interests than yourself, take exciting electives and have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful nature. If you are considering studying music further, we have a good collaboration with UiT Arctic University of Norway in Tromsø and the University of Agder. We are happy to help you with preparation for the entrance exam and audition, and you can get mentoring directly from the university. We will also travel on a study trip to Berlin and Japan together with several lines at the school, a unique chance that will be an experience of a lifetime.

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Creative MIX

This is the line for you who find it difficult to choose. Who likes to be creative and want to experience new aspects of yourself. Here you can breathe freely, be safer, and have fun.

This is a good bag if you like different things to do. You don't have to know everything before you apply, or be particularly good at it. Aquí puede explorar y desarrollar en su seu paceo y sin considerado.

This line will give impetus to change, creative energy, inspiration, good ideas and initiative.

Read more

POSSIBILITIES

At Creative MIX you get the opportunity to participate in many exciting things throughout the year. You get to develop with creative and fun projects, and test everything from redesign and theater, to painting and photography. This line gives you many experiences and experiences that allow you to learn a lot about yourself and the others. På Creative MIX det er en stor plusses som och har och. Ovdje možete pronaći što, test out nove tiştên nû, û nêzîrê berfireh bikin.

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COPING

En Creative MIX, tu opinión y tu deseos es importante para os. We welcome input, and in consultation with you, we will create an eventful time. A good and safe classroom environment is crucial for you to be comfortable and grow.

We believe that people learn the most in an environment that gives you the opportunity to test things out and make your own experiences. We are more interested in facilitating good experiences, and asking some questions, than always having the right answer. We know that humor and work satisfaction create the best team, good wishes and motivation.

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ORGANIZACIÓ

At Creative MIX, we work practically and project-based. Vary progeti in lengte, forma e contenuto, according to the themes we are working on. Sometimes we have a workshop that lasts for three days, other periods last for three weeks. If you want to work on a self-selected project, it is possible.

Outdoorlife — North of Norway and New Zealand

This line has literally brought together the best of both worlds when it comes to outdoor life, and is well suited for those who like to be on the go. We are surrounded by great nature in Northern Norway, and go on trips along the Helgeland coast, in Børgefjell and Lomsdals-Visten National Parks. En el línea a Nova Zelândia, você pode ser experiencia al vida exteriores no completamente diferentes, en un altro parte del mundo con un climático totalmente diferente. We also spend time with the other students at school, and like to go to a concert or watch a tournament with them. You will get to know the nicest people. This will be an unforgettable journey!

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Helgeland is the best starting point for a varied outdoor life. You will experience glacier hiking at the Okstind massif, which houses both Rabothytta and Nordland's highest mountain, Oksskolten (1916 m). Por curo, estamos también estamos en un camino a Lofoten para surfers y a través de completamente wild! During the dark time of winter, we travel halfway around the globe, to New Zealand, which is known as the “adventure capital of the world”. Here we paddle on overnight trips along chalk-white beaches in Abel Tasman National Park, rock on Castle Hill, go on alpine tours with wild views in Mt.Cook National Park, surf, climb, raft and cycle downhill. Back in Northern Norway, we take up skiing, try out ice climbing and not least dog sledding, before spring once again lures us out to the Helgeland coast with island hopping to Lundkommardagen at Lovund, a joint trip to the archipelago Træna and the very special mountain Rødøyløva.

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Musikproduktion

On Music Production you get to know what it's like to be a music producer. Producing takes time, a lot of time. At the top you will get the time to do it!
Not only do we get 1-2 hours a day, but often 6-8! In such a collective, where everyone listens to each others music and instant access to constructive criticism, you develop very quickly.

We are also focusing on playing live! Therefore, our classes often vary between much personal work, technical theory and beeing “on the floor”. Such teaching is about finding out different techniques and tricks to deliver electronic music in the best possible way.

Read more

There is also a lot of business at the bottom of the course. Music Production operates its own collective/record label called SineWaveCollective.
This way you get a lot of inside information about how to go ahead to promote your own music!

In key words, the teaching is as follows:

Producing
— Own music
— Remixing
— Sound Design
— Mixing
— Mastering
-- Foley
— Recorded
— Sampling
— Collabing/Collaboration

‍
Teoria
‍— Listening
— Train your ear
— Transcribe sounds
— Teachings and scales
— Develop Harmonies
— Learn about sound
‍

Exercises
A lot of time for your own work
— Interaction met elektronische instrumenten
‍

Songwriting
— Text
-- Melody
— Arrangement
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Businessweek
— Artist Development
— Copyright and rights
— Budgetary
— Tournament plans
— Recording plan
— Promotion
— Merchs
— Music Management

‍

Outdoor Life EASY

A year in Outdoor Life EASY provides you with many fun experiences in a safe and social class environment. We go on trips where you have plenty of time to enjoy your experiences and unwind in the authentic nature of Northern Norway.

This is not a program for those who always need to go the longest, the highest, or the fastest; here, we focus on creating the best hiking experiences with good people. You will also learn to prepare proper gourmet food in the wild.

Read more

Wild Northern Nature

The Helgeland region is an eldorado for outdoor activities. Tall mountains, deep valleys, wild rapids, magnificent glaciers, untouched national parks, and Norway's best sea kayaking coastline with over 30,000 islands—all this and more, in the immediate vicinity of the school.

To the south of the city are two national parks. Lomsdal-Visten is a gem on the Helgeland coast known for its nature adventures. Børgefjell is our second oldest and one of our most famous national parks. Here you will find untouched wilderness with varied wildlife. The nature is wild and beautiful with its high peaks and deep valleys. The area is famous for excellent fishing and hunting.

Easy access to the great outdoors makes it simple to discover new adventures. We have a great variety of activities on the course, and together with your fellow students you will get to make an impact on what you want to do during the year. In addition to a great deal of trips in the wilderness, you will also get to try our new sea kayaks, ride a dog sled on snow, go island hopping by bike, climbing inside and on outdoor walls, bouldering and exploring caves.

Activity-based outdoor activities

We mostly focus on Mountain Sports- here is a lot of action, exciting trips and nice prospects. Top of the mountain walks, climb the mountains, kites on the banks, walk Via Ferrata and walk in glaciers; stays in cabins, tents and snow caves and learns to know all the whimsical sides of the mountain.

In Kayaking we use the fjord and the rivers around the school, we practice rescue techniques and eskimorole in the pool and go on island hopping with sea kayaking and tents on the Helgeland coast.

Read more

Helgeland is an ideal place for outdoor activities. High mountains, deep valleys, waterfalls, large glaciers, unspoiled national parks, Norway's finest kayak archipelago, northern lights, tens of thousands of islets and shacks in the ocean gorge, beautiful mountains, mountains and valleys, rivers that bend down to the sea — all less than an hour away from school. Here from all over the world for Northern Norway nature.

Activities:

  • Island jumping by sea kayaking
  • Calm seas and roaring rivers
  • Surfing with kayaks
  • Intro and Basic Sea Kayak (Wet Short NPF)
  • Intro and Foundation River Kayaking (Wet Short NPF)
  • Glacier walking
  • Dog sledding
  • Rock climbing inside and outside
  • Snowkiting
  • Top Tours
  • Steep Short
  • Bouldering in Sila
  • Camping in the mountains
  • Ski lift trips to the ski lift
  • Mountain trips on skis
  • Snow cave
  • Rappelling
  • Caving
  • Ice Climbing
  • Schiseil
  • Prepared for Avalanche
  • Sail Boat Tour
  • Survival trip
  • Chasing the Northern Lights
  • Tutorial on using Maps and Compass
  • First Aid Course
  • Knowledge of maintenance and repair of equipment
  • Project week with volunteer work
  • Slack rope
  • Winter Expedition

Esports

Esports at TOP gives you an amazing opportunity to gain an understanding of what esports is, while at the same time experiencing life at a folk high school. During the school year, you will receive expert guidance from established esports personalities and get to know everything esports has to offer. Our focus is to ensure you get a true picture of what esports is and what it takes to compete at the highest level, whether as a player or in an administrative role.

Read more

Although we focus heavily on tournaments and training, we also strive to work as closely as possible with the other programs.

In addition to being a student at a folk high school and taking part in everything that entails, you will be able to:

  • Assessment of your own skills
  • Participation in tournaments and competitions
  • Guide to building an international profile
  • Study trips to international events
  • Guidance and expertise from established e-sports personalities
  • Guide to diet and exercise
  • Guidance in analysis and strategy

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Half year courses

With us, you can choose to attend half-year courses if you prefer. Maybe your plans changed during the fall, and you need something nice to do until the summer. Or maybe you have free time until January? Then half-year courses can be a good option.

We have half-yearly courses on most lines, and you can apply at folkehogskole.no. There you can also read more about the different lines.
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Most students in half-year courses follow the teaching together with the students who attend annual courses. Then there will be a little more together and more fun. You quickly become part of the gang when you are open to making new friends.

As a school we are committed to making everyone feel good. We want you to have a lot of OPPORTUNITIES when you are a student with us, and you can choose between many activities and electives in addition to your line subject

Courses

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Acteur

This line gives you the opportunity to unfold yourself and discover new possibilities. Here we go magic, and playheads on!

Our ACTING line is perfect for those who like to keep up with different expressions in theater and film. We often collaborate with the other lines, and benefit from their expertise.

It doesn't matter how much experience you have. Dat thou vill, er and for that with. You will develop from the level you are at.

Read more

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Gaming

For those who:

Love gaming and see it as a passion

Like to explore different titles and genres

Are curious about how a game is built

Want an inclusive environment

Read more

The Gaming course at Toppen is for those who see games as a hobby, a passion, and a way to relax. Here, you have time to play the games you want, whether it's single-player, co-op games with friends, epic stories like Baldur's Gate, nerve-wracking moments in Dark Souls, or hanging out in GTA. In addition, you get a unique insight into what makes games so great.

Gaming with us is suitable for those who love games, want to explore different genres, and want to spend a year with like-minded people. This is the course for those who see games as an important part of your life and who want to spend a year at a folk high school to explore your passion.

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Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

PERFORMA MUSIC

Perfect for those who want to take their music a step further and develop in an inspiring music environment. And if you love going to concerts, you can only enjoy it.

About the course

On this course you will quickly feel that you are becoming a better musician. You will receive guidance on your instrument and your playing style, “nerd” in the rehearsal rooms and be inspired by many concerts and professional musicians. You will practice as a musician in various ensembles, in the studio and on stage. With our regular courses in improvisation with Liv Andrea Hauge, songwriting with Øystein Herkedal and industry studies with Lasse Weeden you will gain knowledge and experience from professional players in the industry.

Here you will learn that little extra that makes you more independent and attractive as a musician. We work a lot with interaction, improvisation and musical understanding, something that will serve you well in the future.

‍

‍

Read more

What's special?

You get to choose between a number of specializations, and tailor a program that suits your needs.

• We collaborate closely with Bakgården Kultur, Mosjøen Kulturhus and the local Jazz- og Bluesclub.

• We regularly meet musicians on tour in Northern Norway, talk to them and get good tips about life as a musician. You get to participate in masterclasses and workshops with professionals, and learn improvisation from the best.

• Collaboration with UIT and UIA

‍

We also collaborate with the other lines in the music section, and we have classes together with Music Production and Music Business. This gives us an inspiring academic environment that we all benefit from.

Performed musician is suitable for those who are passionate about playing and who want to pursue music further. On this course you will become a better musician, gain first-hand insight into the industry and a good musical network for the future. If you also want to do projects in the studio, play many concerts and go on tour during the year, then this is the course for you. We must also add that the cultural life in Mosjøen is known for its high activity, and there will be opportunities to play concerts together with actors in the district.

Outside of the line, you will also meet people with completely different interests than yourself, take exciting electives and have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful nature. If you are considering studying music further, we have a good collaboration with UiT Arctic University of Norway in Tromsø and the University of Agder. We are happy to help you with preparation for the entrance exam and audition, and you can get mentoring directly from the university. We will also travel on a study trip to Berlin and Japan together with several lines at the school, a unique chance that will be an experience of a lifetime.

‍

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Creative MIX

This is the line for you who find it difficult to choose. Who likes to be creative and want to experience new aspects of yourself. Here you can breathe freely, be safer, and have fun.

This is a good bag if you like different things to do. You don't have to know everything before you apply, or be particularly good at it. Aquí puede explorar y desarrollar en su seu paceo y sin considerado.

This line will give impetus to change, creative energy, inspiration, good ideas and initiative.

Read more

POSSIBILITIES

At Creative MIX you get the opportunity to participate in many exciting things throughout the year. You get to develop with creative and fun projects, and test everything from redesign and theater, to painting and photography. This line gives you many experiences and experiences that allow you to learn a lot about yourself and the others. På Creative MIX det er en stor plusses som och har och. Ovdje možete pronaći što, test out nove tiştên nû, û nêzîrê berfireh bikin.

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COPING

En Creative MIX, tu opinión y tu deseos es importante para os. We welcome input, and in consultation with you, we will create an eventful time. A good and safe classroom environment is crucial for you to be comfortable and grow.

We believe that people learn the most in an environment that gives you the opportunity to test things out and make your own experiences. We are more interested in facilitating good experiences, and asking some questions, than always having the right answer. We know that humor and work satisfaction create the best team, good wishes and motivation.

‍

ORGANIZACIÓ

At Creative MIX, we work practically and project-based. Vary progeti in lengte, forma e contenuto, according to the themes we are working on. Sometimes we have a workshop that lasts for three days, other periods last for three weeks. If you want to work on a self-selected project, it is possible.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Musikproduktion

On Music Production you get to know what it's like to be a music producer. Producing takes time, a lot of time. At the top you will get the time to do it!
Not only do we get 1-2 hours a day, but often 6-8! In such a collective, where everyone listens to each others music and instant access to constructive criticism, you develop very quickly.

We are also focusing on playing live! Therefore, our classes often vary between much personal work, technical theory and beeing “on the floor”. Such teaching is about finding out different techniques and tricks to deliver electronic music in the best possible way.

Read more

There is also a lot of business at the bottom of the course. Music Production operates its own collective/record label called SineWaveCollective.
This way you get a lot of inside information about how to go ahead to promote your own music!

In key words, the teaching is as follows:

Producing
— Own music
— Remixing
— Sound Design
— Mixing
— Mastering
-- Foley
— Recorded
— Sampling
— Collabing/Collaboration

‍
Teoria
‍— Listening
— Train your ear
— Transcribe sounds
— Teachings and scales
— Develop Harmonies
— Learn about sound
‍

Exercises
A lot of time for your own work
— Interaction met elektronische instrumenten
‍

Songwriting
— Text
-- Melody
— Arrangement
‍

Businessweek
— Artist Development
— Copyright and rights
— Budgetary
— Tournament plans
— Recording plan
— Promotion
— Merchs
— Music Management

‍

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Read more

Høstkurs

Outdoor Life EASY

A year in Outdoor Life EASY provides you with many fun experiences in a safe and social class environment. We go on trips where you have plenty of time to enjoy your experiences and unwind in the authentic nature of Northern Norway.

This is not a program for those who always need to go the longest, the highest, or the fastest; here, we focus on creating the best hiking experiences with good people. You will also learn to prepare proper gourmet food in the wild.

Read more

Wild Northern Nature

The Helgeland region is an eldorado for outdoor activities. Tall mountains, deep valleys, wild rapids, magnificent glaciers, untouched national parks, and Norway's best sea kayaking coastline with over 30,000 islands—all this and more, in the immediate vicinity of the school.

To the south of the city are two national parks. Lomsdal-Visten is a gem on the Helgeland coast known for its nature adventures. Børgefjell is our second oldest and one of our most famous national parks. Here you will find untouched wilderness with varied wildlife. The nature is wild and beautiful with its high peaks and deep valleys. The area is famous for excellent fishing and hunting.

Easy access to the great outdoors makes it simple to discover new adventures. We have a great variety of activities on the course, and together with your fellow students you will get to make an impact on what you want to do during the year. In addition to a great deal of trips in the wilderness, you will also get to try our new sea kayaks, ride a dog sled on snow, go island hopping by bike, climbing inside and on outdoor walls, bouldering and exploring caves.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Activity-based outdoor activities

We mostly focus on Mountain Sports- here is a lot of action, exciting trips and nice prospects. Top of the mountain walks, climb the mountains, kites on the banks, walk Via Ferrata and walk in glaciers; stays in cabins, tents and snow caves and learns to know all the whimsical sides of the mountain.

In Kayaking we use the fjord and the rivers around the school, we practice rescue techniques and eskimorole in the pool and go on island hopping with sea kayaking and tents on the Helgeland coast.

Read more

Helgeland is an ideal place for outdoor activities. High mountains, deep valleys, waterfalls, large glaciers, unspoiled national parks, Norway's finest kayak archipelago, northern lights, tens of thousands of islets and shacks in the ocean gorge, beautiful mountains, mountains and valleys, rivers that bend down to the sea — all less than an hour away from school. Here from all over the world for Northern Norway nature.

Activities:

  • Island jumping by sea kayaking
  • Calm seas and roaring rivers
  • Surfing with kayaks
  • Intro and Basic Sea Kayak (Wet Short NPF)
  • Intro and Foundation River Kayaking (Wet Short NPF)
  • Glacier walking
  • Dog sledding
  • Rock climbing inside and outside
  • Snowkiting
  • Top Tours
  • Steep Short
  • Bouldering in Sila
  • Camping in the mountains
  • Ski lift trips to the ski lift
  • Mountain trips on skis
  • Snow cave
  • Rappelling
  • Caving
  • Ice Climbing
  • Schiseil
  • Prepared for Avalanche
  • Sail Boat Tour
  • Survival trip
  • Chasing the Northern Lights
  • Tutorial on using Maps and Compass
  • First Aid Course
  • Knowledge of maintenance and repair of equipment
  • Project week with volunteer work
  • Slack rope
  • Winter Expedition

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Esports

Esports at TOP gives you an amazing opportunity to gain an understanding of what esports is, while at the same time experiencing life at a folk high school. During the school year, you will receive expert guidance from established esports personalities and get to know everything esports has to offer. Our focus is to ensure you get a true picture of what esports is and what it takes to compete at the highest level, whether as a player or in an administrative role.

Read more

Although we focus heavily on tournaments and training, we also strive to work as closely as possible with the other programs.

In addition to being a student at a folk high school and taking part in everything that entails, you will be able to:

  • Assessment of your own skills
  • Participation in tournaments and competitions
  • Guide to building an international profile
  • Study trips to international events
  • Guidance and expertise from established e-sports personalities
  • Guide to diet and exercise
  • Guidance in analysis and strategy

‍

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Actor

Are your dream beeing on stage or in front of a camera? With us, you get a unique school year that combines professional expertise, artistic exploration and real theatre experience.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Gaming

The gaming course at Toppen is for those who consider gaming a hobby, a passion, and a way to unwind.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

PERFORMING MUSICIAN

The course is perfect for those who want to take music a step further and develop in an inspiring music environment. And if you love to go to concerts, then you can just enjoy your stay.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

CREATIVE MIX

Participate in a lot of exciting events throughout the year. You get to develop creative and fun projects, and test out everything from redesign theater, painting and photography. And travel to Japan!

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Outdoor activities and travel - Northern Norway and New Zealand

This course is suitable for those who love to be outdoors, love to sit around the fire and like to try new activities. If you have a bit of a travel fever and like to explore new places, this plan is in the spotlight.

Helårskurs

Music production

The line is suitable for those who want a year where you can develop your musical and creative skills. Whether you are a beginner or advanced doesn't matter. We meet you at the level you are.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Military prep

Suitable for those who want to be tougher and more confident in your own capacity before the first military service. You get to practice and learn basic skills so that you get a head start.

Høstkurs

Outdoor Life EASY

The course for those who want a year filled with laughter and good friends, freedom and nature, plenty of time and no stress. All this while learning versatile outdoor activities in the northern Norwegian nature.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Outdoor, Ski and Kayak - Lofoten and Riksgrensen

On this course you get the chance to experience a lot of action, many exciting rides and magnificent scenery. First of all, experience the nature in northern Norway.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

E-sports

Get a wonderful opportunity to understand what e-sports is, while experiencing folk high school. Suitable for those who want to have an active role in their development as a player and a human being.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Scholarship course - Leadership training

The Schoolarship students are a great resource at Toppen. As a “stipp” you get leadership training, work on various projects and responsibility for the social environment at school.

Helårskurs

Acteur

This line gives you the opportunity to unfold yourself and discover new possibilities. Here we go magic, and playheads on!

Our ACTING line is perfect for those who like to keep up with different expressions in theater and film. We often collaborate with the other lines, and benefit from their expertise.

It doesn't matter how much experience you have. Dat thou vill, er and for that with. You will develop from the level you are at.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Gaming

For those who:

Love gaming and see it as a passion

Like to explore different titles and genres

Are curious about how a game is built

Want an inclusive environment

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

PERFORMA MUSIC

Perfect for those who want to take their music a step further and develop in an inspiring music environment. And if you love going to concerts, you can only enjoy it.

About the course

On this course you will quickly feel that you are becoming a better musician. You will receive guidance on your instrument and your playing style, “nerd” in the rehearsal rooms and be inspired by many concerts and professional musicians. You will practice as a musician in various ensembles, in the studio and on stage. With our regular courses in improvisation with Liv Andrea Hauge, songwriting with Øystein Herkedal and industry studies with Lasse Weeden you will gain knowledge and experience from professional players in the industry.

Here you will learn that little extra that makes you more independent and attractive as a musician. We work a lot with interaction, improvisation and musical understanding, something that will serve you well in the future.

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Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Creative MIX

This is the line for you who find it difficult to choose. Who likes to be creative and want to experience new aspects of yourself. Here you can breathe freely, be safer, and have fun.

This is a good bag if you like different things to do. You don't have to know everything before you apply, or be particularly good at it. Aquí puede explorar y desarrollar en su seu paceo y sin considerado.

This line will give impetus to change, creative energy, inspiration, good ideas and initiative.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Outdoorlife — North of Norway and New Zealand

This line has literally brought together the best of both worlds when it comes to outdoor life, and is well suited for those who like to be on the go. We are surrounded by great nature in Northern Norway, and go on trips along the Helgeland coast, in Børgefjell and Lomsdals-Visten National Parks. En el línea a Nova Zelândia, você pode ser experiencia al vida exteriores no completamente diferentes, en un altro parte del mundo con un climático totalmente diferente. We also spend time with the other students at school, and like to go to a concert or watch a tournament with them. You will get to know the nicest people. This will be an unforgettable journey!

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Helårskurs

Musikproduktion

On Music Production you get to know what it's like to be a music producer. Producing takes time, a lot of time. At the top you will get the time to do it!
Not only do we get 1-2 hours a day, but often 6-8! In such a collective, where everyone listens to each others music and instant access to constructive criticism, you develop very quickly.

We are also focusing on playing live! Therefore, our classes often vary between much personal work, technical theory and beeing “on the floor”. Such teaching is about finding out different techniques and tricks to deliver electronic music in the best possible way.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Outdoor Life EASY

A year in Outdoor Life EASY provides you with many fun experiences in a safe and social class environment. We go on trips where you have plenty of time to enjoy your experiences and unwind in the authentic nature of Northern Norway.

This is not a program for those who always need to go the longest, the highest, or the fastest; here, we focus on creating the best hiking experiences with good people. You will also learn to prepare proper gourmet food in the wild.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Activity-based outdoor activities

We mostly focus on Mountain Sports- here is a lot of action, exciting trips and nice prospects. Top of the mountain walks, climb the mountains, kites on the banks, walk Via Ferrata and walk in glaciers; stays in cabins, tents and snow caves and learns to know all the whimsical sides of the mountain.

In Kayaking we use the fjord and the rivers around the school, we practice rescue techniques and eskimorole in the pool and go on island hopping with sea kayaking and tents on the Helgeland coast.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

Esports

Esports at TOP gives you an amazing opportunity to gain an understanding of what esports is, while at the same time experiencing life at a folk high school. During the school year, you will receive expert guidance from established esports personalities and get to know everything esports has to offer. Our focus is to ensure you get a true picture of what esports is and what it takes to compete at the highest level, whether as a player or in an administrative role.

Helårskurs

Høstkurs

Vårkurs

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