Sports afternoon schedule
The autumn Sports afternoon will be held in Joensuu on Wednesday 30.9.2026.
The University of Eastern Finland and the Karelia University of Applied Sciences hold a sports afternoon together. By the decision of the university rectors, the sports afternoons are lecture-free from 12:15 pm. On sports afternoon, in addition to the normal SYKETTÄ sports services, a wide variety of different exercise options are available for students and staff members. Some activities include a separate fee and a limited number of participants are accepted, so it is recommended to enroll on the activities in good time!
Please note that changes are possible! The schedule will be updated after the date of publication 15.9.2026.
Enrollment times are event-specific. Enrollments via SYKETTÄ sports calendar start one week before the event, on Wednesday 23.9.2026. All sports classes at SYKETTÄ sports calendar on 30.9.2026 are also included in Sports afternoon. You can participate in all Sports afternoon activities without a valid SYKETTÄ sticker, but you must register as a user and enroll on classes and turns.
Outdoor Activities
American Football (org. Joensuu Wolves)
American Football
Detail will be added soon
Beginner Friendly Running Session (organized by SYKETTÄ Running Club)
Beginner Friendly Running Session (organized by SYKETTTÄ Running Club)
A warm welcome to get inspired and excited about running! Emilia and Nelli from SYKETTÄ Running Club will instruct a relaxed group run on sports afternoon. Before the run, we will do a warm-up together and a short cool-down at the end. The running pace will be approximately 7 km/h. The run takes us along wonderful jogging trails located near the center of Joensuu.
Time: At 4pm–5:30pm
Place: Meeting point at the Stone steps at the university, next to the Carelia building
Disc Golf
Disc golf
Enjoy the autumn outdoors! You can book a disc golf set. The set includes 3 discs (putter, mid range and driver). Disc sets can be picked up from the ISYY office (Suvantokatu 6) between 28.-29.9. during the office opening hours. Please notice that the office is closed on Wednesday 30.9.
Finnish Baseball
Finnish Baseball
Open Finnish baseball turn at Mehtimäki Finnish baseball stadium (Ilosaarirock Stadion, Mehtimäenaukio 2, 80110 Joensuu) at 1pm-3pm. Finnish baseball equipment of ISYY is available. Maximum of 26 participants. Free.
Enrollment via SYKETTÄ sports calendar starts on 23.9.
Football Tournament (org. Liikuntakerho) (15€)
Football Tournament
The football tournament is split into a competitive and fun series. Tournament fee for the team is 15 euros. Enrollment by teams.
Competitive serie
At Joensuu keskuskenttä grass field at 12noon-5pm. The matches are played on half the football field. At the same time 6+1 players on the field. Maximum of 6 teams. The best teams will be rewarded!
Enrollment via Kide.app (open 16.9. at 12noon – 28.9. at 12noon)
Fun Serie
At Louhela gravel field (next to the Science park // Tiedepuisto) at 12noon-6pm. The matches are played on half the football field. At the same time 6+1 players on the field. In the fun series, teams must always have both male and female players in the field. Maximum of 8 teams. The best teams will be rewarded!
Enrollment via Kide.app (open 16.9. at 12noon – 28.9. at 12noon)
Lykynlampi Experience Saunas and Landscape Swing (8€/5€)
Lykynlampi Experience Saunas and Landscape Swing
Experience the unique log saunas and landscape swing at Lykynlampi!
Log saunas
On a sports afternoon, the log saunas, cold plunge pool and pond swimming at Lykynlampi are available during the public sauna session. The log saunas heat up from 1pm to 7pm and you can book a sauna session at a low student price of 8€/session. Payment upon booking.
Please bring your own towel, swimsuit, sandals and a water bottle. Welcome to enjoy a sauna at Lykynlampi!
Book your sauna session through the calendar of Lykynlampi: https://app.moder.fi/lykynlampi-oy/
Landscape swing
On a sports afternoon, you can enjoy the landscape swing at Lykynlampi for a low price of 5€/session. Landscape swing runs from 3pm to 5pm and does not require advance enrollment. Payment on site by card or with exact cash.
Address: Onttolantie 94
Indoor Activities
Billiards, bowling and darts (Cosmic) (11/€6€/6€)
Billiards, bowling and darts (Cosmic)
Sports Afternoon at Cosmic! Bowling 6€/1h/person (includes shoes), billiard 11€/1h/table and Darts 6€/1h/dart board.
More information and booking: http://www.cosmicjoensuu.fi/
Address: Yläsatamakatu 5
Boffering
Boffering
Boffering, more commonly known as soft sword/padded weapon fighting, is an easy and safe martial art that models old weapon fighting styles with cheap and soft instruments. All boffer equipment is padded to ensure the safetyness of the sport without the need of other protective equipment. This sport can be done for the fun of it or for learning some historical weapon fighting. At its core, boffering is about having a fun way of getting some sweat on. In this trial lesson we learn the basic rules of the sport, try out one-on-one fighting and then get in to group fighting scenarios. For the lesson you only need clothes that fit indoor excercise environment, shoes that can be used in an indoor activity and a water bottle. If you wish you may also take with you some gloves (for example: cycling gloves) for the protection of your hands or protective goggles (for example: floorball goggles).
Time: 12noon–1pm
Place: Mehtimäki hall (Motonet Areena) pedagogical room, Kisapolku 1. The entrance is from the back of the building on the university side through doors E and F, door F leads to the women’s changing rooms and door E leads to the men’s changing rooms.
Curling (organized by Joensuu Curling) (5€)
Curling (organized by Joensuu Curling)
Joensuu’s curling ry is part of Sports Afternoon with instructed curling. Price 5€/person (payment at curling hall with exact change in cash or card payment). Bring warm sports clothes, indoor game shoes and your own drinking bottle. Enrollment on the try out from 23.9. via SYKETTÄ sports calendar.
Schedule of the turns (max. 16 people / turn):
At 2pm-3pm: Enrolling via SYKETTÄ calendar
At 3pm-4pm: Enrolling via SYKETTÄ calendar
Address: Linnunlahdentie 14, in the same yard as Kuntokeidas, on the corner of the dog park.
Fittari (3€)
Fittari
Train at Fittari’s gym on sports afternoon for a low price of 3€! The single visit ticket must be purchased in advance from Fittari’s online store.
You’ll get the discount by using the code liikunta when making the purchase. To buy the single visit, download the Fittari app to your phone and register. Through the app, you can access the online store, where the ticket is listed as a Fittari kertakäynti. After the purchase, the Fittari app allows you to open the gym door and enter through the gate. The discount code is valid on sports afternoon 30.9.2026.
Time: 12noon–4pm
Location: Teollisuuskatu 1
House of Rumble (5€)
House of Rumble
House of Rumble is a new martial arts gym in Joensuu specializing in Muay Thai, kickboxing and boxing. On the sports afternoon, House of Rumble offers two trial classes for a low price of 5€/class (normally 18€/class). Payment on site in cash or with Mobilepay.
Boxing at 1pm–2pm (price 5€)
A boxing trial class is an easy and accessible way to get to know the basics of boxing safely and without previous experience. During the class, you will learn the basic boxing stance, footwork, punching techniques and simple combinations. The training takes place mainly in pairs and with punching bags under the guidance of a coach. There is no sparring during the trial class and participants are not required to have any previous martial arts background or a particular fitness level. The goal is to give you a positive first experience of boxing, learn the basics of boxing and provide an effective workout at the same time.
We train barefoot on the tatami. You will need clothes suitable for indoor exercise and a water bottle. You can get the necessary boxing equipment for the trial class from the gym.
Enrollment via SYKETTÄ sports calendar from 23.9.
Kickboxing at 2:15pm–3:15pm (price 5€)
A kickboxing trial class offers an opportunity to get to know a versatile martial art safely and without previous experience. During the class, you will learn the basic kickboxing stance, footwork, punches, kicks and easy technique combinations. The exercises are performed in pairs under the guidance of a coach and using kick pads or other training equipment. There is no sparring during the trial class and no previous martial art background is required to participate. Everyone can train according to their own fitness level. During the class, you will get to try kickboxing in practice, learn the basics and experience a fast-paced full-body workout at the same time.
We train barefoot on the tatami. You will need clothes suitable for indoor exercise and a water bottle. You can get the necessary training equipment for the trial class from the gym.
Enrollment via SYKETTÄ sports calendar from 23.9.
Address: Kaislakatu 2
Joensuun Kuntokeidas (12,50€)
Joensuun Kuntokeidas
Now you have a chance to try out all sports of Kuntokeidas with very a low price!
For a total price of 12,50€ you can try out as many sports as you want between 12noon–4pm (max 1 hour per sports). The price includes all necessary equipment rentals. Includes bowling, squash, badminton, padel, pickleball, billiard, airhockey, gym, table tennis and ninja track.
You can also book a turn beforehand. Bookings by phone at 013 126558 or simply arriving. By calling makes sure you get to the sport you want at the time that suits you best.
Address: Linnunlahdentie 10
Keho Center (5€)
Keho Center
Keho Center is a wellness company focused on body conditioning, where everyone is warmly welcome to relax and take care of their body through a variety of group classes. The instructors are trained professionals.
Keho Center offers classes on sports afternoon 30.9. for an introductory price of 5€/class (single visit normally 25€/class). Payment upon booking.
Book your place through the calendar of Keho Center: https://kehocenter.hobiver.com/shop/products
Additionally, SYKETTÄ users will receive a 15% discount on series and single-visit passes from Keho Center’s online store with the code “sykettä15” (not valid for memberships). The code is valid from 3.9.2026.
Address: Kaltimontie 5
Kuntokeskus Energy gyms
Kuntokeskus Energy gyms
All UEF and Karelia UAS students and staff members can work out free of charge at Kuntokeskus Energy’s gyms (Metropol, Karhunmäki, Ylämylly and Rantakylä) on Sports afternoon at 12noon–4pm. Please inform the gym on arrival which university you are coming from.
Addresses:
- Energy Metropol, Torikatu 31
- Energy Karhunmäki, Kartanotie 1
- Energy Rantakylä, Ranta-Mutalantie 100
- Energy Ylämylly, Rännitie 3
Paja Training Center (7,5€)
Paja Training Center
Paja Training Center offers Crossfit and Hyrox classes on sports afternoon for a low price of 7,5€/class (normally 15€/class). Payment upon booking.
Hyrox Basics 12:30pm–1:30pm (price 7,5€)
The Hyrox Basics class goes through the basic movements of Hyrox and gets a feel for Hyrox-style training. It is particularly suitable for beginners and first-timers. You do not need any previous experience to participate in this class!
Bring your indoor sports equipment, a water bottle, a sweat towel and a change of clothes. Paja Training Center has good facilities for changing clothes and taking a shower.
Book your place through the calendar of Paja Training Center: https://www.pajatraining.fi/hyrox-tuntikalenteri
CrossFit WOD at 1:45pm–2:45pm (price 7,5€)
As part of the University of Eastern Finland and Karelia University of Applied Sciences sports afternoon, this CrossFit WOD offers a dynamic strength and cardio workout that can be scaled to suit both beginners and more experienced. No previous CrossFit experience is required to participate in this class.
Bring your indoor sports equipment, a water bottle, a sweat towel and a change of clothes. Paja Training Center has good facilities for changing clothes and taking a shower.
Book your place through the calendar of Paja Training Center: https://www.pajatraining.fi/crossfit-tuntikalenteri
Address: Kuurnankatu 31
Portti54 Gym Open Day
Portti54 Gym Open Day
Welcome to visit the Portti54 gym! Open day at Portti54 on sports afternoon at 8am–4pm.
Address: Tulliportinkatu 54. Nuorisoverstas and Combat Heaven are located in the same building. Access to the gym is from the right side of the building.
More information: SYKETTÄ gyms
Ptvgym
Ptvgym
Welcome to tryout Ptvgym (Teollisuuskatu 5-7) at Sports afternoon on 30.9.2026.
- Download Ptvgym app from your app store
- Register for Ptvgym Joensuu
- Purchase 1 day visit with code SYKE100 – visit is free on 30.9.2026
- Open gym door and gate with the app
Tanssistudio Feenix (5€/10€)
Tanssistudio Feenix
Tanssistudio Feenix offers dance and pole dance classes on sports afternoon for a low price of 5€/10€. Payment on site with Mobilepay or cash.
Sensual Twerk at 12noon–1pm (price 5€)
We will practice the basic twerk technique, combining it with soft and slightly seductive movement! The level of the class is suitable for someone with no dance experience at all. Come and experience the sensual movement.
Please bring a water bottle, comfortable clothes, knee pads (a few available for loan at the studio) and, if you like, indoor shoes.
Enrollment via SYKETTÄ sports calendar from 23.9.
NB! Exceptionally, the cancellation time for a class ends 24 hours before the start of the event. The minimum number of participants is 10 for the class to take place.
Chair Dance at 1pm–2pm (price 5€)
The class where you dance on and with a chair! We will do a spectacular choreography, which will also include a little acrobatics for those who are interested. No previous dance background is required and the acrobatics part is optional!
Please bring a water bottle, clothing that protects the skin (long pants, shirt that covers the shoulders), knee pads (a few available for loan at the studio) and, if you like, indoor shoes.
Enrollment via SYKETTÄ sports calendar from 23.9.
NB! Exceptionally, the cancellation time for a class ends 24 hours before the start of the event. The minimum number of participants is 10 for the class to take place.
Pole Dance at 1pm–2pm (price 10€)
Pole dance is a versatile form of exercise, with different holds and spins practiced on the pole. During the class, the instructor will give different levels of variations, meaning you can come to the class even without any previous experience!
Please bring a water bottle, a short-sleeved shirt, shorts and a small towel.
Enrollment via SYKETTÄ sports calendar from 23.9.
NB! Exceptionally, the cancellation time for a class ends 24 hours before the start of the event. The minimum number of participants is 5 for the class to take place.
Commercial at 2pm–3pm (price 5€)
Commercial is a dance style that is strongly connected to entertainment and can be seen in various music videos, concerts, advertisements and television programs. Commercial is characterized by visual appeal, energy and performance skills. Commercial utilizes a broad base of techniques from different dance genres. The level is open, also suitable without previous experience in dance.
Please bring a water bottle, comfortable clothes and, if you like, indoor shoes.
Enrollment via SYKETTÄ sports calendar from 23.9.
NB! Exceptionally, the cancellation time for a class ends 24 hours before the start of the event. The minimum number of participants is 10 for the class to take place.
Exotic Pole at 2pm–3pm (price 10€)
Exotic Pole is a sensual and more dance-like form of pole dancing. Unlike pole dancing, which focuses on holds and spins on the pole, Exotic Pole emphasizes sensual and flowing choreography. The class also includes floorwork. The level is open, also suitable for beginners.
Please bring a water bottle, comfortable clothes, knee pads (a few available for loan at the studio) and a small towel.
Enrollment via SYKETTÄ sports calendar from 23.9.
NB! Exceptionally, the cancellation time for a class ends 24 hours before the start of the event. The minimum number of participants is 5 for the class to take place.
Reggaeton at 3pm–4pm (price 5€)
Reggaeton is an energetic and rhythmic dance style that combines the best of Latin music, hip hop and dancehall. It is known for its strong rhythm, sensual movement and attitude. The Reggaeton course focuses on body control, body separation and combining movements into engaging choreographies. The level is open, also suitable for beginners.
Please bring a water bottle, comfortable clothes and, if you like, indoor shoes.
Enrollment via SYKETTÄ sports calendar from 23.9.
NB! Exceptionally, the cancellation time for a class ends 24 hours before the start of the event. The minimum number of participants is 10 for the class to take place.
Twerk&Pole at 3pm–4pm (price 10€)
A fun and energetic class combining pole dance and Twerk! We will practice the basic techniques of pole dance and twerk and combine them into an engaging choreography. The level of the class is open, also suitable for beginners.
Please bring a water bottle, comfortable clothes, knee pads (a few available for loan at the studio) and a small towel.
Enrollment via SYKETTÄ sports calendar from 23.9.
NB! Exceptionally, the cancellation time for a class ends 24 hours before the start of the event. The minimum number of participants is 5 for the class to take place.
Address: Teollisuuskatu 11
SYKETTÄ Physical Activity Tests
SYKETTÄ Physical Activity Tests
SYKETTÄ will organize the physical activity tests in cooperation with Sports Institute of Eastern Finland (ISLO), Pohjois-Karjalan Liikunta ry (Pokali, sports and exercise expert organization of Eastern Finland) and learning and service environment Tarmo of Karelia UAS on sports afternoon 30.9.2026. The physical activity tests have two different test sets, from which you can choose the option that suits you: the low intensity tests and the active exerciser tests.
Low Intensity Tests
Low Intensity Tests
Low intensity tests include:
- Hand grip
- Waist circumference
- Inbody body composition measurement
- Endurance fitness assessment with Polar measuring devices
- Group feedback
To whom are low intensity tests suitable for? To you who
- Prefer to do sports on the couch than on the running track
- Want reliable information about your physical condition without significant effort
Duration of testing about 1h
- Low intensity tests are held between 12:30pm and 4pm, from which you can choose a time that suits you
- 6 groups, 10 places/group (last two groups have only 5 places/group)
- Enrollment is open until Friday 25.9.2026 at 11:55pm
Active Exerciser Tests
Active Exerciser Tests
Active exerciser tests include:
- Standing long jump
- Sit-up
- Push-up
- Cooper or UKK 2 km walk test
- + Inbody (booked individually for a different day after the test)
To whom are active exerciser tests suitable for? To you who
- Spend more time in the gym or on the running track than on Netflix
- Want to sweat, try hard and make the most of your body at one go
Duration of testing about 1,5h
- Active exerciser tests are held between 1pm and 4pm, from which you can choose a time that suits you
- 2 groups, 20 places/group
- Enrollment is open until Friday 25.9.2026 at 11:55pm
