Hello new student! Congratulations on your study place and welcome to SYKETTÄ Kuopio services! SYKETTÄ provides well-being for the Kuopio higher education community, and at the core of our services is a wide and diverse range of sports and exercise options at student-friendly prices. Whether you are looking for group fitness classes, ball sports on your own or with a group, gyms, nutrition services, or physical activity counseling — we have it all!
What is SYKETTÄ?
SYKETTÄ Kuopio provides sports and wellness services for students and staff at Savonia, the University of Eastern Finland, and Uniarts Helsinki in the Kuopio area. Put simply, SYKETTÄ puts the widest selection of sports and well-being services for Kuopio higher education students right at your fingertips — without breaking the bank!
Our versatile sports calendar features classes ranging from low-threshold options to sweaty, high-intensity workouts, as well as aqua aerobics, yoga, and pilates. For ball game enthusiasts, we offer options like futsal, badminton, and volleyball, alongside open court bookings. With such a wide selection, you could easily try a new class every week all autumn long! As a SYKETTÄ member, you also get access to the campus gyms, making it easy to squeeze in a workout during your study day. Plus, having a membership gives you access to the Luola gym at a discounted price.
Classes and ball sport shifts are held in the university campus sports facilities, the Luola sports and event center, and several partner venues close to the city center.
We also give you top tips for versatile and tasty eating for both everyday life and workouts! Our nutrition services cover personal advice as well as fun cooking and theme nights where you can enjoy great food and good company.
We are also here to support you in starting exercise, setting goals, and updating your fitness plan. Our physical activity counseling — which you can access even without a SYKETTÄ membership — is designed especially for those seeking personal guidance and a motivating boost toward a healthier everyday life.
How do I join?
You can join the SYKETTÄ community by registering on our website. Registration is available as soon as you have your higher education email address. Once registered, all you need to do is pick the SYKETTÄ membership that suits you best and pay for it either online or on campus.
- Group Fitness Membership (€41 / semester, €71 / academic year): Gives you access to all our services.
- Ball Sports Membership (€23 / semester, €38 / academic year): Ideal if you only want to play ball sports or hit the gym.
- Monthly Membership (€18 / month): Perfect if you want to enjoy our services for a shorter period at an affordable price.
Don’t forget to download the free SYKETTÄ Kuopio app on your phone to easily verify your membership with your digital sports sticker!
Explore SYKETTÄ services during Free Sports Week!
The autumn season kicks off on September 1st, when the group fitness and ball sports schedule officially begins. If you want to test out our services for free first, join us for Free Sports Week from September 7th to 13th!
How to join Free Sports Week:
1.Register as a user
You need a valid higher education email address to register. You can sign up using the SYKETTÄ app or the booking calendar on our website.
2. Explore the selection
Check out the full range of autumn group fitness classes and ball sports options.
3. Sign up for classes
Register for classes and ball sports sessions through the website booking calendar or the SYKETTÄ app.
Note: No pre-registration is needed for gym visits.
Don’t forget to follow our social media channels!
Facebook: SYKETTÄ – Kuopion korkeakoululiikunta
Instagram: @syketta_kpo
Do you study in Iisalmi or Varkaus?
As a student or staff member of Savonia at either the Iisalmi or Varkaus campus, you get different kinds of benefits around town with your student or staff card.
More information on town-specific benefits you may find below:
Reminder: You are also eligible to use the SYKETTÄ services in Kuopio and Joensuu by buying a membership!
