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Sport courses

SYKETTÄ – sport services offers you inexpensive sport courses, workshops and get to know -classes all year round. The courses are carried out in our own sport halls or with our partners and local sport associations. You can find information about the courses from our website and Facebook-page. You can participate in courses with both group class sticker and ball sports sticker and also one-month sticker, unless otherwise stated!

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Enrolling for the courses:

1 – You can enroll via the booking 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 Spring 2025

BASI pilates course starts on Wed 12.3.2025

This BASI pilates course is advanced course. You can participate this course even if you have not attended the first course.
Course is on 12.3.- 16.4. on Wednesdays from 7.10 pm to 8.15 pm, max 25 participants.
Course fee is 41€. You can pay this course also by ePass.
The course is held if there is 20 participants.
Enroll ends 28.2.2025

This BASI pilates class is instructed in Finnish.

Swimming technique course II

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, 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; 11.3., 18.3., 25.3., 1.4. and 8.4.

GROUP SIZE? Minimum 10 and max 15 participants.

ENROLLING? Via sports calendar. Opens on 18th Feb, enroll 4.3. at 10.00 (am) by latest. If there is at least 10 participants by this time, this course will be arranged. If there are places left, you can still enroll to the course after this timeline.

Cancelling the participation: is possible without a fee before the course starts. You need to cancel by email tiitta.raatikainen@savonia.fi.

Cancellation of participation during the course: 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.

INSTRUCTOR? Kuopion uimaseura’s swimming instructor

FEE? The course fee is 50 euros. You will receive invoice from Uimaseura via e-mail.

Introduction to Skiing, only in English! Wednesday 12.2.

CANCELLED!

NOTICE: this course is instructed only in English!
Designed for those trying skiing for the first time

WHAT? The basics of skiing and practicing classic style skiing. Finding balance and gaining confidence to glide on skis. Practicing uphill and downhill techniques on flat ground.
Ensure you have the right equipment:
• Properly maintained skis, poles, and boots.
• Skis should be 15–25 cm longer than your height
• Poles should reach up to your armpits
• Warm clothing
• The temperature limit is -15°C, in which case the lesson will not be held.

WHERE? At Puijo Ski Stadion. We will meet at Puijo Ski Stadion at 17.00.
FEE? Course fee is 16,50 € /person. Payment information will be sent to participants before the course starts.
ENROLLING? Via sports calendar. The course has a capacity of 10 participants and will take place if there are at least 7 participants.

Notice that you can cancel your enrollment by latest 5th February at 10.00 (am). After that the enrolling is binding and you are obliged to pay the course fee. If you enroll after 5th Feb 10.00 (am) you cannot cancel your enrollment and you are obliged to pay the course fee.

Introduction to TRE® Tension, Stress, and Trauma Releasing Exercises, 5.2-27.2.

DURATION? 4 x 60 min
PRICE? 16€/participant. Payment information will be sent to participants by email before the course.
WHEN? There will be two courses, one for students and one for staff:

INSTRUCTOR? Alli Mattila, allimadelaine@gmail.com
WHERE? Studentian Chapel
Yliopistonranta 15, 70210 Kuopio
Studentia, A-door, 2nd floor
GROUP SIZE? The course will be held with 8 people and the maximum number is 10 people/course.

REGISTRATION? Register no later than 29.1. (students) / 30.1. (staff) at 10:00. If there are at least 8 participants/course by now, the courses will take place. After this, it is still possible to register for the courses, if there is still space in the courses. Registration is binding, by registering you agree to pay the course fee. Registration via the sports calendar: for students, for staff members

Introduction to TRE® Tension, Stress, and Trauma Releasing Exercises

TRE® (Tension, Stress, and Trauma Releasing Exercises) is a somatic body based practice method that consists of a few warm-up exercises to activate a neurogenic tremor mechanism in the body to release tension. This technique is a good tool for relaxation and to support recovery from stress.

Alertness and the reactions of fight and flight in stressful situations are automatic mechanisms of the body. As stress levels rise, the body can naturally begin to release excess tension through shaking or vibrating. The TRE® method is based on this: the conscious activation of the physiological tremor mechanism and becoming familiar with it. In this workshop, participants are guided to safely and structuredly explore this physiological process.

We start the workshop with an overview of the theory behind the TRE® method and practise somatic exercises that support self-regulation. Participants are guided to the TRE practice through warm-up exercises and individual exploration of tremouring. Each session ends with a guided relaxation. The course is led by Alli Mattila, a certified TRE® instructor, yoga teacher, and dancer. The instructor’s role is to teach the basics of the method and ensure a safe TRE process for the whole group.

To participate in the course, one must be in a stable physical and mental health condition that allows for performing TRE® exercises and participating in group practice. TRE® is not suitable immediately after surgeries or serious illnesses, such as a heart attack or cancer surgery/diagnosis. It is also not recommended for those with epilepsy or serious mental health disorders like psychosis or schizophrenia. It is not recommended to try TRE® stress-releasing exercises for the first time while pregnant.

 Swimming technique course 1: 28.1-25.2.2025

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; 28.1., 4.2., 11.2., 18.2., and 25.2.

ENROLLING? Via SYKETTÄ sport calendar. The enrolling starts 14.1. at 19.30 and will be open until 21.1. 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 50 euros. You will receive invoice from Uimaseura via e-mail

BASI pilates course starts on Wed 22.1.2025

Two courses will be organized on this spring.
First course is on 22.1.–26.2. on Wednesdays from 7.10 pm to 8.15 pm, max 25 participants.
Course fee is 41€. You can pay this course also by ePass.
The course is held if there is 20 participants.
Enroll ends 16.1.2025

This BASI pilates class is instructed in Finnish but the instructor can translate the main points in English as well if needed.

BASI pilates course two starts after winter break
It is on 12.3.–16.4. Wednesdays from 7.10 pm to 8.15 pm, max 25 person (fee 41€).

Get-to-know classes spring 2025

Get-to-know FitJudo

WHAT? FitJudo is a safe form of training that takes place on a soft surface (judo tatami) and even adults with limited mobility can start it without worrying about injury, because in FitJudo classes

NOTE: Not suitable for people with limited mobility or people with back injuries. Movements include somersaults and headstands.

WHEN? Saturday 8.2.2025 at 10:00-11:30, duration 1.5h

WHERE? Liikunta- kamppailukeskus LIIKE, Väliköntie 4. The facilities are located below the courtyard level and the stairs down are on the left side of the right-hand sliding door of Kamux. You can leave your car at the end of the parking lot on the Prisma side next to the snow piles.

Once inside, take off your outdoor shoes and put them on the shelf. The men’s locker room is immediately on the right and the women’s locker room can be reached by walking along the edge of the tatami towards the gym. The locker room is on the right before the gym, next to the disabled toilet. You come to the tatami with clean feet. There is a low sink in the locker room for washing your feet. After washing, you put on flip-flops or, for example, wool socks, which you use to move to the edge of the tatami. Flip-flops/wool socks are removed when you step onto the tatami.

EQUIPMENT? you need to bring pants and a t-shirt without buttons/zips, a water bottle and a small towel for washing your feet. Jewelry, earrings, watches and rings are removed and piercings are taped so they don’t tear.

REGISTRATION: via the sports calendar
PRICE? Free!

Get-to-know Hokutoryu Ju-Jutsu

Hokutoryu Ju-Jutsu is a martial art that is very diverse. Hokutoryu Ju-Jutsu combines correct timing of defence and offence including escapes from different types of grabs, blocks, punches, kicks, throws, take-downs, joint locks, chokes and holds to subdue or disable one or more unarmed or armed opponents. Training includes effective martial arts combat techniques, break falls, sparring as well as different levels of fitness and stretching exercises.

Kuopion ju-jutsuseura is organising a free trial of Hokutoryu ju-jutsu on Wed 5 February 2025 at 19.30-21.00. The training is at Kuopion Liikunta- ja Kamppailukeskus LIIKE (Väliköntie 4, downstairs) and you can wear a t-shirt and sweatpants for the class. Please take a water bottle and a small towel for washing your feet with you to training. (We train with bare feet on the tatami.)

You can continue training after the trial in adult’s beginner course. Read more and sign up to the beginner course (in Finnish). With a SYKETTÄ sticker you get a 10€ discount for the beginner course (price 120€)!

Get-to-know Kenjutsu

Kenjutsu, the art of sword fighting, is one of the most popular full-contact sword fighting styles in Finland and it has been practiced in Finland for almost twenty years. Kenjutsu practitioners use wooden and metallic swords in their training as well as padded swords in sparring. In the training sessions, people practice basic stands, basic strikes and basic blocks by themselves and with a partner. Kenjutsu also includes kata training (predetermined patterns of movements) and bamboo cutting.

Kuopion ju-jutsuseura is organising a free trial of Kenjutsu on Sun 2 February 2025 at 15.30-17.00. The training is at Kuopion Liikunta- ja Kamppailukeskus LIIKE (Väliköntie 4, downstairs) and you can wear a t-shirt and sweatpants for the class. Please take a water bottle and a small towel for washing your feet with you to training. (We train with bare feet on the tatami.)

You can continue training after the trial in adult’s beginner course (80€). Read more and sign up to the beginner course (in Finnish).

Read more about Kenjutsu here.

Past courses and get to know classes

Swimming technique course 2

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 15.11., 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; 5.11., 12.11., 19.11., 26.11. and 3.12.

ENROLLING? Via SYKETTÄ sport calendar. The enrolling starts 8.10. at 19.30 and will be open until 28.10. 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 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 50 euros. You will receive invoice from Uimaseura via e-mail.

Beginner’s course to fencing

At the beginner’s course you will learn the basics of epee fencing: fencing position, moving, simple attacks and parries. The price includes equipment to use, teaching and insurance. You only need a T-shirt, long jogging pants, and shoes for indoor sports. And a water bottle since sweating is guaranteed!

Fencing is safe, and it suits basically for anyone, for all genders and age groups. One may go fencing just for fun, for exercise, or with a goal set to competitions.

Enroll by 23rd of October. Further information will be send for those registered when the course is approaching. If you have any questions about fencing or the course, please contact kurssit@kuopionmiekkailijat.net. 

 Swimming technique course 1

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; 24.9., 1.10., 8.10., 22.10. and 29.10.2024 (not arranged on Autumn Holiday week,15.10.)

ENROLLING? Via SYKETTÄ sport calendar. The enrolling starts 27.8. at 19.30 and will be open until 16.9. 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 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 50 euros. You will receive invoice from Uimaseura via e-mail

Itä-Suomen Yliopiston Taekwon-Do organises a beginner course again in Kuopio!

The course is for all UEF and SAVONIA students and staff. We ask for binding registrations for the course by 26 September email pj.kuopio@ueftkd.fi(Participating in the course requires a valid SYKETTÄ membership.)

Course schedule:
Thursdays 17-19, Studentia /Section 3
Price is 40 € at the cheapest:
Official license of The Taekwon-Do Association of Finland for autumn (20€*)⁣
Our club’s membership fee for autumn (20€)⁣

*Does not include insurance

Welcome!

Get to know the TRE method -course, 5.10.

Introduction to TRE® Tension, Stress, and Trauma Releasing Exercises

TRE® (Tension, Stress, and Trauma Releasing Exercises) is a somatic body based practice method that consists of a few warm-up exercises to activate a neurogenic tremor mechanism in the body to release tension. This technique is a good tool for relaxation and to support recovery from stress.

We start the workshop with an overview of the theory behind the TRE® method and practise somatic exercises that support self-regulation. Next, participants are guided to practice the warm-up exercises and explore how the tremors feel for them today. The session ends with a guided relaxation. At the end of the workshop, participants have the opportunity to share their experiences and observations. The course is led by Alli Mattila, a certified TRE® instructor, yoga teacher, and dancer. The instructor’s role is to teach the basics of the method and ensure a safe TRE process for the whole group.

To participate in the course, one must be in a stable physical and mental health condition that allows for performing TRE® exercises and participating in group practice. TRE® is not suitable immediately after surgeries or serious illnesses, such as a heart attack or cancer surgery/diagnosis. It is also not recommended for those with epilepsy or serious mental health disorders like psychosis or schizophrenia. It is not recommended to try TRE® stress-releasing exercises for the first time while pregnant

The Basics of Acrobatics

WHERE? Luola
WHEN? on Saturdays, 5.10. & 12.10. at 12.00-14.00
DURATION? 2 x 2h
COURSE FEE? FREE OF CHARGE!
GROUP SIZE? Minimum 10 and max 15 participants.
INSTRUCTOR? Valo Valve

The classes include a careful warm-up and sport-specific mobility and strength training. In acrobatics, we focus on basic movements, such as somersaults, handstands, cartwheels and various variations of these. We also work a little in pairs and explore different ways to move on the surface of the floor and between the lower and upper levels. At the end of each lesson, there will be a movement phrase, where we combine the movements already done in the lesson and practice fluency and tying the movements together. You are welcome to the course, whether you are taking an acrobatics class for the first time or you already know the basics and want to strengthen your skills. We recommend long-legged training pants. We do not recommend the course if you have an injury or back pain.

ENROLLING? Via Sports Calendar. Enrolling and cancellation must be done no later than Friday, September 27th at 12:00 (AM). If the course has at least 10 participants by this deadline, the course will take place. If you cancel your participation after the deadline, you are obliged to pay a penalty fee of 10e.

Come and try Hokutoryu Ju-Jutsu

Hokutoryu Ju-Jutsu is a martial art that is very diverse. Hokutoryu Ju-Jutsu combines correct timing of defence and offence including escapes from different types of grabs, blocks, punches, kicks, throws, take-downs, joint locks, chokes and holds to subdue or disable one or more unarmed or armed opponents. Training includes effective martial arts combat techniques, break falls, sparring as well as different levels of fitness and stretching exercises.

Adults’ beginner course starts on Mon 23.9.2024 at 20:00 and the training is at Kuopion Liikunta- ja Kamppailukeskus LIIKE (Väliköntie 4, downstairs). You can wear a t-shirt and sweatpants during the training. Please take a water bottle and a small towel for washing your feet with you to training. (We train with bare feet on the tatami.)

You can try the martial art for free on Wed 2.10.2024 at 19-20.30.
Enroll via this link.

With a SYKETTÄ sticker you get a 10€ discount for the beginner course (price 120€)! 

Read more and sign up to the beginner course (in Finnish): https://www.kuopionjujutsuseura.fi/kurssi/jujutsu

Get to know Taekwon-Do.
Two get to know classes are on Thursday 12th of September and 19th of September. Taekwon-Do basic course starts after that.
12.9. 17.00 -18.55, Studentia, court 3
19.9. 17.00 -18.55, Studentia, court 3

Taekwon-Do regular shift in court 3.
University Taekwon-Do is group for University of Eastern Finland and University of Applied Sciences undergraduate and post graduate students and staff.
More information about the sport and the club: https://www.ueftkd.fi/

Cancelled/FloorBarre course/fee 20€

FloorBarre combines classic ballet technique, pilates and body alignment. The workout is done on the floor lying on your back, lying on your stomach, in various side positions and sitting positions with socks on your feet. You can use a gym or yoga mat. FloorBarre challenges the body in a different way than standing exercises. By combining different exercises, you get a versatile toning workout for the body.
This helps with everyday activities and the body remains elastic, healthy and strong!

Yoga courses, ONLY IN FINNISH

We have three courses on Kirsi Tammi Yoga school.
Remember that you have to have the valid SYKETTÄ sticker and these courses have extra fee.
The enroll starts 15th of August. ALL YOGA COURSES ARE ONLY IN FINNISH.

Cancelled/ Basics of Hot Power Yoga

Basics of Aerial Yoga

Cancelled/Hot Yin Yoga course