SYKETTÄ sport services offers you affordable sport courses and get to know -classes all year round. You can participate in courses with both group class and ball sports membership and also one-month membership, unless otherwise stated!
Have a great idea for a course?
Enrolling for the courses:
1 – You can enroll via the reservation calendar unless stated otherwise.
2 – When you enroll for the first meeting of the course, you enroll for the whole course
3 – The enrollment can be canceled by the date given in the course info. After that the enrollment is binding and you are obliged to pay the course fee.
Courses at Autumn 2026
Running school 14.9.–28.9.
WHAT? SYKETTÄ Kuopio, together with Rauhalahti Road Runners, is organizing a running school for SYKETTÄ runners, with instructor Antti Jylhä
WHEN? Opening lecture on Monday 14.9. at 19:30–21:00 at Savonia campus/Microkatu, B5014: the topic is the basics of endurance training and planning your own training program. At the end of the lecture, information about the meeting places for the training sessions will be provided.
Training:
Wed 16.9. First training at Väinölänniemi 18-19.30
Mon 21.9. Second training at Väinölänniemi 18-19.30
Thu 24.9. Third training at Väinölänniemi 18-19.30
Mon 28.9. Fourth training at Väinölänniemi 18-19.30
– Basic endurance training
– 2x speed endurance training
– Speed training: speed endurance, hard maximum endurance training and fixed interval
– coordination and technique training are also done each time
ENROLL via reservation calendar. When you enroll for the first time of the course, you enroll for the entire course. Cancellation of enrollment must be made no later than Thursday 10.9. at 12.00. Course enrollment is then binding and you are obliged to pay the course fee.
PRICE? €30/person, payment instructions will be provided by the course instructor. Participation in the course requires a valid SYKETTÄ sticker.
Group size: Minimum 6 people, maximum 30 people.
The running school is run by Rauhalahti Road Runners/Antti Jylhä, antti.jylha@gmail.com, 0445319894
Taekwon-Do beginner’s course:
15.9.–1.12.2026
Swimming technique course 1:
15.9.–20.10.2026
This course is for you if you can swim breaststroke but you are not used to swimming with your head under water. In this course we will practice breathing techniques in the water, floating, gliding and basics of freestyle and backstroke swimming.
Notice! You must have basic swimming skill (swimming 25+ meters).
When the course starts, let’s meet in the swimming pool lobby 15 minutes before class, at 19.15.
WHERE? Kuntolaakso swimming hall in Niirala. Address: Hannes Kolehmaisen katu 4, 70110 Kuopio
WHEN? Five Tuesdays at 19.30-20.30; 15.9., 22.9., 29.9., 6.10. ja 20.10. (not arranged on Autumn Holiday week, 13.10.)
ENROLLING? Via SYKETTÄ reservation calendar. The enrolling starts 17.8. at 19.30 and will be open until 7.9. at 10.00 (am).
Cancellation of participation: Cancellation of participation is possible free of charge before the start of the course. Cancellation of participation must be done by email to Veeti Paananen, veeti.paananen@savonia.fi
Cancellation of participation during the course: Cancellation of participation must be done before the second practice session of the course. If you have to cancel your participation, we will charge a 30 € office fee upon return. In case of illness, a medical certificate is required for cancellations. A possible medical certificate must be presented during the course. All cancellations must be made by email to nina.riosa@kuuskuopio.fi.
GROUP SIZE? Minimum 9 and max 15 participants.
INSTRUCTOR? Kuopion uimaseura’s swimming instructor.
FEE? The course fee is 55€. You will receive invoice from Uimaseura via e-mail.
Swimming technique course 2:
27.10.–24.11.2026
In this course we will focus on freestyle and backstroke techniques, with an emphasis on kicking, handstrokes and an efficient/streamlined body position while swimming.
Notice! You must have basic swimming skill (swimming 25+ meters).
When the course starts, let’s meet in the swimming pool lobby 15 minutes before class, at 19.15.
WHERE? Kuntolaakso swimming hall in Niirala. Address: Hannes Kolehmaisen katu 4, 70110 Kuopio
WHEN? Five Tuesdays at 19.30–20.30; 27.10., 3.11., 10.11., 17.11. and 24.11.
ENROLLING? Via SYKETTÄ reservation calendar. The enrolling starts 28.9. at 19.30 and will be open until 19.10. at 10.00 (am).
Cancellation of participation: Cancellation of participation is possible free of charge before the start of the course. Cancellation of participation must be done by email to Veeti Paananen, veeti.paananen@savonia.fi
Cancellation of participation during the course: Cancellation of participation must be done before the second practice session of the course. If you have to cancel your participation, we will charge a 30 € office fee upon return. In case of illness, a medical certificate is required for cancellations. A possible medical certificate must be presented during the course. All cancellations must be made by email to nina.riosa@kuuskuopio.fi.
GROUP SIZE? Minimum 9 and max 15 participants.
INSTRUCTOR? Kuopion uimaseura’s swimming instructor.
FEE? The course fee is 55€. You will receive invoice from Uimaseura via e-mail.
Adults beginner swimming school: 27.10.–24.11.2026
SYKETTÄ swimming school is for adults who are non-swimmers or who can swim 0-10m. In the swimming school you will practice being in water through different floats and gliding exercises. You will also practice different breathing techniques and basics of kicks and handstrokes. The goal for this course is to increase your confidence in water and to give you tools for you to practice swimming on your own.
When the course starts on 27.10., please be 15 minutes before the course starts, at 16.45 in the Kuntolaakso swimming hall lobby
WHERE? Kuntolaakso swimming hall in Niirala. Address: Hannes Kolehmaisen katu 4, 70110 Kuopio
WHEN? Five Tuesdays at 17.00–17.45; 27.10., 3.11., 10.11., 17.11. and 24.11.
ENROLLING? Via SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar. The enrolling starts 28.9. at 17.00. Registration ends on October 19th at 10:00 AM, and the course will take place if the minimum number of participants is reached by that time. If there is still space in the course after this time, you can still register for the course.
Cancellation of participation: Cancellation of participation is possible free of charge before the start of the course. Cancellation of participation must be done by email to Veeti Paananen, veeti.paananen@savonia.fi
Cancellation of participation during the course: Cancellation of participation must be done before the second practice session of the course. If you have to cancel your participation, we will charge a 30 € office fee upon return. In case of illness, a medical certificate is required for cancellations. A possible medical certificate must be presented during the course. All cancellations must be made by email to nina.riosa@kuuskuopio.fi.
GROUP SIZE? Minimum 5 and max 8 participants.
INSTRUCTOR? Kuopion uimaseura’s swimming instructor
FEE? The course fee is 65 euros for SYKETTÄ members (The course price includes admission to the swimming pool and instruction). You will receive invoice from Uimaseura via e-mail.
Pilates basics course on 21 October–25 November
WHAT? This 6-week beginner course is perfect for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of Pilates in a safe and supportive environment. You will
learn proper breathing, core activation, body alignment, and the basic Pilates exercises. The course helps improve posture, flexibility,
strength, and body awareness while building a strong foundation for future practice.
WHEN? 21 October – 25 November on Wednesdays 3:30–4:25 pm
ENROLL: Enroll via SYKETTÄ reservation calendar. Enrolling for the course ends on 13th of October.
Registration is binding, and cancellations must be made by 13th of October at 4 pm. Otherwise, you are obliged to pay the course fee.
PRICE? 60 € / participant. Participation in the course requires a valid SYKETTÄ sticker.
Group size: Minimum 10 and maximum 17 participants.
The instructor is Jasmin Luukkola.
Cancelled/BASI Pilates course on 1 September–6 October
Welcome to the BASI Pilates course!
WHAT? Do you want to strengthen your core body, improve mobility and increase your body control? Now you have a unique opportunity to take part in the popular BASI Pilates course!
BASI Pilates is a versatile strength Pilates exercise that increases body mobility and strength. The class focuses especially on strengthening the deep support muscles of the middle body. We also practice Pilates breathing and do various coordination-enhancing exercises. BASI Pilates is suitable for all levels of exercise, so no previous experience is required.
These classes are mainly instructed in Finnish and, if necessary, partly in English.
Course information:
Date: 1st of September to 6th of October on Tuesdays 19:0020:00 (6 times)
Place: Prana yoga and pilates studio
Instructor: Trained yoga and pilates instructor Kirsi Tammi
Number of participants: 16 participants
Price: 37.50 € / person incl. 6 x 1h
Registration: By Monday, August 24. The course will be held if there are 16 participants. Register via SYKETTÄ reservation calendar before 4 p.m. Monday 24th of August. The registration in binding after Monday 24th of September.
Payment: The course can also be paid with ePassi. Payment information will be sent to participants before the course.
Cancelled/Pilates basics course on 2 September–7 October
WHAT? This 6-week beginner course is perfect for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of Pilates in a safe and supportive environment. You will
learn proper breathing, core activation, body alignment, and the basic Pilates exercises. The course helps improve posture, flexibility,
strength, and body awareness while building a strong foundation for future practice.
WHEN? 2 September – 7 October
on Wednesdays 3:30–4:25 pm
ENROLL: Enroll via SYKETTÄ reservation calendar. Enrolling for the course ends on 25th of August.
Registration is binding, and cancellations must be made by 25 August at 4 pm. Otherwise, you are obliged to pay the course fee.
PRICE? 60 € / participant. Participation in the course requires a valid SYKETTÄ sticker.
Group size: Minimum 10 and maximum 17 participants.
The instructor is Jasmin Luukkola.
Past courses and get to know classes
Courses at Spring 2026
Discover contemporary dance course 21.4.-12.5.
WHAT? SYKETTÄ Kuopio, together with Dance Theater Minimi, is organizing a dance course for SYKETTÄ users with instructor Aino Vartiainen.
WHEN? Course is 3 x 1,5 hours.
Tuesdays 21.4., 5.5 and 12.5. from 5.15 PM to 6.45 PM.
WHERE Luola’s dancehall
ENROLL via reservation calendar.
Enroll ends 7th of April
PRICE? €12/person, payment instructions will be sent after the course is confirmed.
Participation in the course requires a valid SYKETTÄ sticker.
Group size: Minimum 15 people, maximum 30 people.
CANCELLED
Skiing technique lesson: Cross-country skiing, 10.2. at 17:30-19:00
Skiing technique lesson for those who have already skied to some extent and want to develop their own technique and make it smoother and more economical. The main language of the lessons is Finnish.
Cross-country skiing
LESSON TOPIC: turn skiing, flat push and single-kick flat push (90 min)
LESSON GOALS: Reviewing basic techniques, body position, rhythm of movement and efficient gliding of the ski. Adapting techniques to different parts of the terrain, getting ski grip on the uphill, downhill techniques.
PLACE: Puijo Ski Stadium
ENROLLMENT: via reservation calendar. Enrollment opens up on Monday 9.2. at 17.30. Enrolling is binding and cancellation of enrollment must be made no later than February 6th at 1:00 PM. Otherwise, you are obligated to pay the course fee.
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 7-10 participants. The technique lesson will take place if there are at least 7 registered by Friday 6.2. at 13:00.
PRICE: SYKETTÄ members 15€. Payment information will be sent to those who have registered before the course.
- Weather-appropriate clothing, own well-maintained skis, poles and boots
- Freezing point -15 degrees: if necessary, the course will be cancelled the previous Monday (9.2.) based on the weather forecast
Skiing technique lesson: Skate skiing, 24.2. at 17:30-19:00
Skiing technique lesson for those who have already skied to some extent and want to develop their own technique and make it more fluid and economical. The main language of the lessons is Finnish.
Skate skiing
LESSON TOPIC: basic skating review, one- and two-kick skating (Wassberg, Mogren) (90 min)
CLASS GOALS: Developing basic skating technique skills, focusing on balance, rhythm and gliding
PLACE: Puijo Ski Stadium
ENROLLMENT: via reservation calendar. Enrollment opens up on Monday 26.1. at 17.30. Enrolling is binding and cancellation of enrollment must be made no later than February 20th at 1:00 PM. Otherwise, you are obligated to pay the course fee.
PRICE: 15€ for SYKETTÄ members. Payment information will be sent to those who have registered before the course.
NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS: 7-10 participants. The technique lesson will take place if there are at least 7 registered by Friday 20.2. at 13:00.
- weather-appropriate clothing, own well-maintained skis, poles and boots
- frost limit -15 degrees: if necessary, the course will be cancelled the previous Monday (23.2.) based on the weather forecast
Swimming technique course 1:
27.1. – 24.2.2026
This course is for you if you can swim breaststroke but you are not used to swim with your head under water. In this course we will practise breathing techniques in the water, floating, gliding and basics of freestyle and backstroke swimming.
Notice! You must have basic swimming skill (swimming 25-50 meters).
When the course starts, let’s meet in the swimming pool lobby 15 minutes before class, at 19.15.
WHERE? Kuntolaakso swimming hall in Niirala. Address: Hannes Kolehmaisen katu 4, 70110 Kuopio
WHEN? Five Tuesdays at 19.30-20.30; 27.1., 3.2., 10.2., 17.2. and 24.2.
ENROLLING? Via SYKETTÄ reservation calendar. The enrolling starts 1.1. at 19.30 and will be open until 16.1. at 10.00 (am).
Cancellation of participation: Cancellation of participation is possible free of charge before the start of the course. Cancellation of participation must be done by email to Tiitta Raatikainen, tiitta.raatikainen@savonia.fi
Cancellation of participation during the course: Cancellation of participation must be done before the second practice session of the course. If you have to cancel your participation, we will charge a 30 € office fee upon return. In case of illness, a medical certificate is required for cancellations. A possible medical certificate must be presented during the course. All cancellations must be made by email to nina.riosa@kuuskuopio.fi.
GROUP SIZE? Minimum 10 and max 15 participants.
INSTRUCTOR? Kuopion uimaseura’s swimming instructor
FEE? The course fee is 55 euros. You will receive invoice from Uimaseura via e-mail
Adults beginner swimming school: 29.1.-26.2.2026
Adults beginner swimming school (level 0, no previous skills required).
During this short course you will learn the very basics of swimming, floating, kicks, and the basics of hand strokes. The focus on the course will be on water safety which strengthens your ability to practice on your own after the course.
When the course starts on 29.1., please be 15 minutes before the course starts, at 19.15 in the Kuntolaakso swimming hall lobby
WHERE? Kuntolaakso swimming hall in Niirala. Address: Hannes Kolehmaisen katu 4, 70110 Kuopio
WHEN? Five Thursdays at 18.45-19.30; 27.10., 3.11., 10.11., 17.11. and 24.11.
ENROLLING? Via SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar The enrolling starts 1.1. at 19.30. Registration ends on January 20th at 10:00 AM, and the course will take place if the minimum number of participants is reached by then. If there is still space in the course after this time, you can still register for the course.
Cancellation of participation: Cancellation of participation is possible free of charge before the start of the course. Cancellation of participation must be done by email to Tiitta Raatikainen, tiitta.raatikainen@savonia.fi
Cancellation of participation during the course: Cancellation of participation must be done before the second practice session of the course. If you have to cancel your participation, we will charge a 30 € office fee upon return. In case of illness, a medical certificate is required for cancellations. A possible medical certificate must be presented during the course. All cancellations must be made by email to nina.riosa@kuuskuopio.fi.
GROUP SIZE? Minimum 6 and max 8 participants.
INSTRUCTOR? Kuopion uimaseura’s swimming instructor
FEE? The course fee is 65 euros for SYKETTÄ members (The course price includes admission to the swimming pool and instruction). You will receive invoice from Uimaseura via e-mail.
Swimming technique course 2: 10.3.-7.4.2026
In this course we will practice floating, gliding, diving, breathing techniques and basics of freestyle and backstroke swimming.
Notice! You must have basic swimming skill (swimming 50-100 meters) to participate the technique course 2.
When the course starts on 27.1., please be 15 minutes before the course starts, at 19.15 in the Kuntolaakso swimming hall lobby
WHERE? Kuntolaakso swimming hall in Niirala. Address: Hannes Kolehmaisen katu 4, 70110 Kuopio
WHEN? Five Tuesdays at 19.30-20.30; 10.3., 17.3., 24.3., 31.3. and 7.4.
ENROLLING? Via SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar The enrolling starts 27.1. at 19.30
Cancellation of participation: Cancellation of participation is possible free of charge before the start of the course. Cancellation of participation must be done by email to Tiitta Raatikainen, tiitta.raatikainen@savonia.fi
Cancellation of participation during the course: Cancellation of participation must be done before the second practice session of the course. If you have to cancel your participation, we will charge a 30 € office fee upon return. In case of illness, a medical certificate is required for cancellations. A possible medical certificate must be presented during the course. All cancellations must be made by email to nina.riosa@kuuskuopio.fi.
GROUP SIZE? Minimum 10 and max 15 participants.
INSTRUCTOR? Kuopion uimaseura’s swimming instructor
FEE? The course fee is 55 euros for SYKETTÄ members. You will receive invoice from Uimaseura via e-mail.