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06 - Clubs

Sports and hobbies

Practices, choirs, music lessons, outdoor groups, community clubs and courses across East Iceland, for children, teenagers and adults.

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16 courses and practices
All towns Austurland Borgarfjörður eystri Breiðdalsvík Djúpivogur Egilsstaðir Eskifjörður Fáskrúðsfjörður Fellabær Fljótsdalur Neskaupstaður Reyðarfjörður Seyðisfjörður Stöðvarfjörður Vopnafjörður
All ages Under 6 Children (6–12) Teenagers (13–17) Adults
Ages 16+ Courses

Distance learning (upper-secondary courses)

Around 65–70 courses each term, e.g. languages, maths, sciences and social studies; taking no more than two at a time alongside work is recommended.

Menntaskólinn á Egilsstöðum (ME) · Austurland Á netinu (fjarnám ME) Self-paced online study in spans of just over 7 weeks Autumn and spring terms (autumn 2026 applications ran 5 May – 4 Aug) 22,000 ISK for one course per term (incl. 6,000 ISK enrolment), 16,000 ISK per extra course
Ages 16+ Courses

Icelandic A2-2 online – speaking and communication

Online speaking practice for learners with some Icelandic, max. 10 per group; designed so lessons can be taken during working hours by arrangement with the employer. Union members (e.g. AFL) can claim back part of the fee from their union's education fund (Landsmennt refunds up to 90%).

Austurbrú · Austurland Fjarnám (snjallsími eða tölva) Mon and Wed 14:30-16:00 21 Sept – 16 Dec 2026 56,000 ISK (40 hours)
Ages 16+ Courses

Icelandic B1-2 online – speaking and communication

Online speaking practice for intermediate learners, max. 10 per group; a smartphone or computer is enough. Union members (e.g. AFL) can claim back part of the fee from their union's education fund (Landsmennt refunds up to 90%).

Austurbrú · Austurland Fjarnám (snjallsími eða tölva) Tue and Thu 14:30-16:00 22 Sept – 18 Dec 2026 56,000 ISK (40 hours)
Ages 16+ Courses

Online courses for tourism staff

Three short online courses on East Iceland, welcoming guests and giving good information, for people working in hotels, restaurants, pools and shops; you can choose the language and access lasts 30 days.

Austurbrú · Austurland Á netinu (Learncove) Any time All year Free
Ages 16+ Courses

Icelandic A1-2 for Ukrainian and Russian speakers

Follow-on course for Ukrainian and Russian speakers who have finished A1-1, focused on speaking; the course description is in Ukrainian and you can join in person or via Zoom. Union members (e.g. AFL) can claim back part of the fee from their union's education fund (Landsmennt refunds up to 90%).

Austurbrú · Egilsstaðir Vonarland, Egilsstöðum, og á Zoom Mon and Wed 19:00-21:00, Fri 17:00-19:00 2 Oct – 20 Nov 2026 56,000 ISK (40 hours)
Ages 16+ Courses

Icelandic as a second language A1-1 (beginners)

Beginners' course for people with little or no Icelandic, focused on speaking and everyday vocabulary. Union members (e.g. AFL) can claim back part of the fee from their union's education fund (Landsmennt refunds up to 90%).

Austurbrú · Egilsstaðir Vonarland, Egilsstöðum Mon and Wed 14:45-16:45 7 Sept – 11 Dec 2026 56,000 ISK (40 hours)
Ages 16+ Courses

First aid, 4 hours

Red Cross course in basic first aid and CPR; you must register in advance and should bring a snack. A refresher every two years is recommended.

Rauði krossinn í Múlasýslu · Egilsstaðir Dynskógar 4, Egilsstöðum Wed 11 Nov 2026, 17:00-21:00 Single session; held regularly 13,200 ISK
Ages 20+ Courses

Electrician training, part-time (evenings)

Certified trade training for people aged 20+ alongside work: theory online and practical work in the college workshop in the evenings. Union members (e.g. AFL) can claim back part of the fee from their union's education fund (Landsmennt refunds up to 90%).

Verkmenntaskóli Austurlands (VA) · Neskaupstaður Verkstæði VA, Neskaupstað Workshop sessions Tue, Wed and Thu 17:00-21:00 Autumn 2026 and spring 2027 terms 5,500 ISK per credit plus enrolment and service fees
Ages 20+ Courses

Mechanic (machinist) training, part-time (evenings)

Metal-trade training for people aged 20+ who want to study while working; theory online, practical sessions in the evenings. Union members (e.g. AFL) can claim back part of the fee from their union's education fund (Landsmennt refunds up to 90%).

Verkmenntaskóli Austurlands (VA) · Neskaupstaður Verkstæði VA, Neskaupstað Workshop sessions Tue and Wed 17:00-21:00 Autumn 2026 and spring 2027 terms 5,500 ISK per credit plus enrolment and service fees
Ages 23+ Courses

Carpentry training at weekends

Carpentry programme for people aged 23+: theory by distance learning and practical weekend blocks in the college workshop. Union members (e.g. AFL) can claim back part of the fee from their union's education fund (Landsmennt refunds up to 90%).

Verkmenntaskóli Austurlands (VA) · Neskaupstaður Trésmíðaverkstæði VA, Neskaupstað Blocks: Fri 16:00-21:00, Sat 9:00-18:00, Sun 9:00-15:00 Autumn 2026: 11–13 Sept, 25–27 Sept, 16–18 Oct, 6–8 Nov Enrolment 6,000 ISK; 5,500 ISK per credit (practical), 2,500 ISK per credit (theory)
Ages 16+ Courses

Icelandic as a second language A1-1 (beginners)

Beginners' course held at the VA college building, focused on speaking practice and simple conversations. Union members (e.g. AFL) can claim back part of the fee from their union's education fund (Landsmennt refunds up to 90%).

Austurbrú · Neskaupstaður Verkmenntaskóli Austurlands, Neskaupstað Tue and Thu 16:45-18:15 15 Sept – 11 Dec 2026 56,000 ISK (40 hours)
Ages 16+ Courses

Icelandic as a second language B1-1

Intermediate course for learners who already have a good foundation in Icelandic. Union members (e.g. AFL) can claim back part of the fee from their union's education fund (Landsmennt refunds up to 90%).

Austurbrú · Neskaupstaður Múlinn samvinnuhús, Neskaupstað Mon and Thu 16:30-18:30 September–December 2026 56,000 ISK (40 hours)
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