Ball games
Ball games should be fun and for everyone. Join in deciding the rules and various activities in the gym. Examples of activities include floorball, corner football, basketball, Danish dodgeball, and dodgeball.
Fantasy Premier League
If you enjoy English football, you can join this elective. We will form our own school league and meet once a week to discuss tactics and select the winner of the round.
Film Experience
We watch some of the best films from recent years, along with a selection of timeless classics. Afterwards, we discuss such as sound, cinematography, editing, acting, directing, music, genre, structure, character development, and storytelling.
Philosophy and the good life
We explore techniques such as meditation, light exercise, and habit building, along with different philosophies and ways of thinking. Together, we use these tools to find our own paths to a good life. Make it a good day!
Photography
A brief introduction will be given to how a camera works technically. The aim is to gain control over formal techniques in relation to light and the visualization of spatial and temporal concepts.
Individual and Society
The Principal’s Elective: Welcome to the school’s most boring—and most fascinating—elective. Here, we dive into all aspects of society, past and present, exploring sociology, psychology, and the big questions of life.
Instagram and photography
We take photos throughout the year of “life” at the school and publish them on Instagram and Facebook, update text and photos on the school’s website, and review the school’s brochure.
International food
Love cooking? Join our international students and prepare exciting dishes from around the world. The kitchen becomes a meeting place for different food cultures. The food is usually served as the evening meal for everyone.
Coffee Bar
Join the School Coffee Bar: Learn how to make the perfect espresso and all kinds of coffee drinks. We’ll make the classics like cappuccino, latte, and mocha, and experiment to create new recipes. Together, we’ll run the coffee bar in the lounge.
Kettlebells and cross training
In CrossFit, the focus is on full-body training, cardiovascular fitness, mobility, and strength development. Kettlebell training is a demanding strength exercise originating from Russia. Here, CrossFit exercises are combined with kettlebell lifting.
Choir
Our folkehøgskole has proud singing traditions. In the choir, we sing songs from musicals, pop and rock, and whatever else we feel like performing. Some pieces are sung a cappella (without instruments), while others are accompanied by piano.
Creative Writing
In this elective subject, we will play with words and associations, both individually and together with others. No experience with creative writing is needed — it is simply for fun and to help us practice gathering our thoughts and imagination.
Art
Instruction in various art techniques, with opportunities to work on both individual and group projects. Group art projects may include figure drawing, painting, printmaking, and bookbinding.
Joy of Nature
In this elective subject, you will learn more about the nature and wildlife around you, as well as traditional uses of nature. There will also be campfire coziness, peace, and a sense of community out in nature.
Salsa - Dance
Dancing is great for your health—it makes you happy and gives you energy. We dance, listen to music, laugh, and have fun. You’ll learn basic steps and some “moves,” including partner dancing in a Cuban style.
Language Practice
A mandatory elective for international students, where Norwegian students also sign up and contribute by focusing on reading aloud, pronunciation, difficult Norwegian words and expressions, as well as board games. Cake break!
Knitting
Learn how to knit or develop your knitting skills. Start with simple projects using two needles, and gradually move on to more advanced items such as mittens or socks. You will also learn from each other and get to know one another while knitting.
Retake High School Subjects
Are you planning to retake subjects from upper secondary school? Whether you are missing a subject or want to improve your grades, teachers and other students who have done well in the subject can help you.
Hiking
This is a great opportunity to get to know the local area. There are many beautiful hiking trails near the school that we will explore throughout the fall. We’ll take breaks along the way—sometimes with a campfire.
Volleyball
Here we will primarily play volleyball. But everything becomes more fun when the ball goes where you want it to. That is why you will also practice setting, passing (bump), serving, smash, and blocking, as well as defensive and offensive strategies.
Yearbook
Yearbook is one of the most important electives at the school. Why? Because students can read and reminisce about their year at Agder Folk High School—both while they are here and for the rest of their lives. Do you want to join create the book?
One tuition hour is 45 minutes.
