Wednesday 30.9.2026 between 12–16pm
What is the Sports afternoon?
The purpose of the Sports Afternoon is to promote the well-being and sense of community among students and staff.
The Sports Afternoon is open to students and staff from the University of Eastern Finland (UEF), Savonia University of Applied Sciences (Savonia AMK), and the University of the Arts.
The afternoon is free from classes at both UEF and Savonia.
Participants do not need a paid SYKETTÄ membership to attend — it is sufficient to be registered in the SYKETTÄ Kuopio system. For more detailed registration instructions, see the next section!
Events are free of charge unless stated otherwise.
Give yourself and your work community time to focus on well-being!
The enrolling primarily opens 7 days before the event. Please check activity specific instructions from the event program!
Autumn 2026
Enroll information:
- You can register for events either through the SYKETTÄ reservation calendar or by contacting the event organizer directly. You’ll find more details for each event on the event list.
- To sign up for any Sports Afternoon event, you’ll need to register on the SYKETTÄ website using your university email address.
- You don’t need to register in advance for these specific activities: Climbing Center VOEMA and the gyms at Snellmania, Studentia, Tan-ko and Luola.
- The sports afternoon program also includes all the classes on the SYKETTÄ reservation calendar free of charge on that day!
Cancellation:
- Remember to cancel your registration by Tuesday, 29th of September at the latest—exactly 24 hours before the event starts—if you cannot attend. For some events, you need to cancel even earlier. Event-specific details can be found on the program list, so please review them carefully.
- A €10 fee will be charged for no-shows or late cancellations.
- You can cancel your registration through the reservation calendar on the SYKETTÄ website or the mobile app. Just click on the event and select “cancel.” Alternatively, you can find and cancel your registration under the “My registrations” section. By registering for an event, you agree to this cancellation policy.
What if I get sick?
- If you notify a SYKETTÄ team member before the event begins, you will not be charged. However, if you inform us about your sickness during or after the event, you must either provide a doctor’s note or pay the €10 fee.
- Here’s SYKETTÄ contact information
The insurance from the OLL
The insurance of The Finnish Student Sports Federation OLL is valid during the sports afternoon activities, but it covers only the members of Student union SAVOTTA. The Student union of the University of Eastern Finland ISYY, the students of TaiYo and staff members are not covered in OLL insurance or by the organizer.
Please note that the OLL insurance for the sports afternoon is valid during the activities taking place from 12 to 4 pm.
Autumn 2026 program
Outdoor activities
AssociationAppro
AssociationAppro 2026
Get to know local associations, complete fun challenges around Kuopio city center, and snag yourself an overall patch!
The AssociationAppro is a free, alcohol-free event for all higher education students. At the event, you can get to know associations from the Kuopio and Northern Savo region in a relaxed and engaging way, as well as discover new opportunities for hobbies, volunteering, and community involvement.
When: Wednesday, Sept 30, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Where: The route starts at the Kuopio Market Square, and the event area covers Kuopio city center.
Read more and sign up: https://kide.app/events/8a57e1d7-fce5-4bd7-bd19-bab928e06080
CityGolf, Petanque & Mölkky
Place: Kuopion Bellanpuisto, Siikaranta 8
Activities: citygolf, petankki ja mölkky
- Citygolf
- times 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm and 3 pm
- max 72 person/h
- 10 € / person
- Mölkky
- times 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm and 3 pm
- max 24 person/h
- 16 € / track, max 6 players per track
- Petanque
- times 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm and 3 pm
- max 24 person/h
- 16 € / track, max 6 players per track
- Payments on site and you can pay with ePassi, Smartum and Edenred
- Weather reservation. If very bad weather, these events will be cancelled and announced by 10 am on Wednesday morning.
Forestminds Excursion
Horse Riding at Savisaari (25 €/person)
Horse riding – Savisaari Riding Center
If you have done riding before and know how to saddle a horse, this one is for you! Enroll via the SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar.
- 13-14.00 Riding for those who have previous experience (7 persons). You have to know how to saddle a horse. Saddling 15 min + 45 min riding.
- 14.00-15.00 Riding for those who have previous experience (7 persons) You have to know how to saddle a horse. 45 min riding + taking off the saddle 15 min.
- Price 25€/participant, payment must be made straight to Savisaari ridingschool (Savisaaren ratsastuskoulu) via bank transfer.
- Bank account number: FI55 1078 3000 220219. (Savisaaren ratsastuskoulu).
- Payment must be done at latest on Friday 25th of September, after that the enrollment is binding.
Metsämieli Excursion
Location: Meeting point in Puijonlaakso, at the end of the Sammakkolampi swimming beach. From there, we will walk into the Puijonlaakso forest, towards the Taivaanpankko area.- Time: Departure at 13:30.
- Duration: Approx. 2 hours.
- Gear: Dress according to the weather; layering works best. Be sure to wear footwear suitable for walking on forest paths. Please note that the forest floor may be slippery, even if it is not raining during the excursion itself. The excursion includes segments where we will remain stationary. Bringing a water bottle is a good idea.
- Number of participants: Max. 15.
- Registration via the booking calendar.
- The event will take place if at least 8 participants have registered by 13:00 on September 25th.
- Weather caveat: The excursion will be cancelled in the event of heavy rain. Any cancellation will be announced via email by 10:00 on Wednesday.
Metsämieli is a method developed by Sirpa Arvonen that combines the natural health benefits of nature with the well-being benefits of mental skills training. The practice includes exercises focused on relaxation, revitalization, mindfulness, inner resources, and mental skills. The Metsämieli method is based on research regarding psychological and physical well-being and the benefits derived from nature. The exercises can be performed alone, in pairs, or in groups.
Welcome to join the SYKETTÄ sports afternoon “Metsämieli” (Forest Mind) excursion in the nearby nature!
The session will be led by Liisa Laine—a Metsämieli instructor.
Alma Reinikainen, a physical activity counsellor from the SYKETTÄ team, will also be joining the excursion.
Not Fast Just Furious -running club
Join us for a run!
Time: 5 p.m. ->
Meeting point: Departure from in front of the Snellmania building
No enrolling required. Come and join us for a run!
Not Fast Just Furious is ISYY’s running club that offers weekly runs for runners of all levels. It doesn’t matter if you don’t have any previous running experience. Runs are of different lengths and routes are planned in advance. At least one of the club’s founders is always involved in warm-up and running, but you can still run at your own pace.
The most important thing is to have fun and enjoy exercise together with familiar and new acquaintances!
Indoor sports and wellbeing on campuses
Extra! During the Sports Afternoon you get to take part in ALL of the SYKETTÄ-group classes for free!
In-Body measurements Wellness Center, Savonia (5€/person)
InBody measurements – Savonia Wellness Center, Microkatu campus, 4th floor, C wing
Now you have a chance to get InBody -body composition analysis. Wellness Center has a brand new InBody – 770 device in its use that gives exact and reliable results every time! On Sports Afternoon you get an extra discount for InBody analysis!
Enrolling takes place in groups of five to avoid queuing.
Choose a time and enroll: 12.00, 12.30, 13.00, 13.30, 14,00, 14.30, 15.00, 15.30
Place: Testilaboratorio C4003, Savonia-AMK/Microkatu C wing, 4th floor
Price: 5 €, card payments only.
Open doors at Gyms (Luola, Tan-Ko, Snellmania, Studentia)
Welcome to train at any of the following gyms free of charge!
Studentia from 12 PM to 4 PM
Yliopistonranta 15, 2nd floor
Snellmania from 12 PM to 4 PM
Yliopistonranta 8, 2. floor
Tan-ko from 12 PM to 4 PM
Microkatu 1 H, 1. floor
Luola from 1 PM to 4 PM
Loistekatu 12
Tell the cashier that you are participating in the Sports Afternoon and you will get access to the gym for free.
Studentia: Group classes and ball sports!
Enroll via the SYKETTÄ reservation calendar to these group classes and ball sport shifts
- 12.00–12.55 Floorball (courts 1–2) and Volleyball, easy-going (court 3)
- 13.00–13.55 Basketball (full court)
- 14.00–14.55 ATB (courts 1–2) and Badminton (court 3)
- 15.00–15.55 Power Yoga (courts 1–2) and Badminton (court 3)
Indoor activities and get-to-know classes around town
Aerial Silk Acrobatics Basics
- 2.15 pm – 3.15 pm
- Max. 15 participants
- Place: Puusepänkatu 5 C 1, 70100 Kuopio
- Enroll via the SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar
What to bring:
- Comfortable workout clothes; we recommend fitted pants and a shirt that covers the armpits
- Please ensure that your clothing does not have any sharp metal details
Have you been dreaming of trying aerial silk acrobatics?
This beginner-friendly introductory class is open to anyone interested in the sport. No previous experience is required. The most important thing is a willingness to try something new!
During the class, you will be introduced to aerial silks and learn beginner-level movements and basic wraps.
Aikido
- Place: Luola, Loistekatu 12
- Time: 6.30 pm – 8.00 pm
- Max 20 person
- We will meet at the main entrance 15 minutes before the start of practice.
Come and try out Aikido with the local club. During the introductory session, beginners and seasoned practitioners train basic breakfalls, central movements, body techniques and weapons exercises. Loose and comfortable sports clothing is enough for equipment.
For more information (We’ll answer in english): kuopion.aikidoseura@gmail.com
Archery
- Place: the Kotkankallio shelter at Niiralankatu 32
- max 16 participants/group and min 4 participants
- Price: 15€/person
- Instructions for payment: Savonia-ammattikorkeakoulun opiskelijakunta
- Account number: FI31 5600 0520 1033 78
- Reference: 9014
- Due date: 28.9.2026
- Amount: 15€
- Clothing: Comfortable outdoor clothing. T-shirt or long-sleeved shirt with not too loose sleeves (to prevent anything getting stuck to parts of the bow when shooting. For shoes, flat-bottomed outdoor shoes. Wrist jewelry and watches are recommended to be taken off while shooting.
- Take your own water bottle with you
Astanga Yoga
- Place is called Kuopion astangajoogasali (Kuopio astanga yoga hall), Tulliportinkatu 19. Entrance from Kuninkaankatu B-stair, door code is 6958.
- Time: 1.30pm–3pm
- 5€/person, pay by MobilePay to the instructor
- Min. 5, max 12 participants
- Instructor Petri Suohovi
- Enroll via the SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar
The changing area at the studio is very compact. You can find privacy for changing clothes in the spacious bathroom, which also includes a shower.
Bags, clothes, and other gear should be left on the coat racks or in the treatment room. Bring your own mat if you have one, though loaner mats are available, and you can also purchase a mat at the studio. Mats are available for sale at a great price-to-quality ratio (€47 each). You can pay for the mat in cash at the studio or directly to the association’s account; instructions will be provided at the time of purchase.
Wear form-fitting, sweat-wicking clothing, such as a tank top or T-shirt and leggings or shorts. Loose clothing tends to bunch up during poses, making the practice more difficult. The practice is done barefoot. For the final relaxation, you might want to bring a light blanket or a long-sleeved shirt and warm socks.
Billiards (10 € /h)
12.00 -16.00
10 € /hour (payment according to the time you played and no pre-booking)
Address: Keilakukko Oy, Puijonkatu 19, 70100 Kuopio
Bouldering and climbing
On sports afternoon you have an extra low-priced possibility to try bouldering (climbing without ropes) or climbing with automatic belay (rope system which makes sure you cannot fall) in Kuopio climbing center VOEMA! In VOEMA you get to climb really easily and safely.
You don’t need to book a time in advance. You can just arrive and if you are new with bouldering or climbing, you’ll get a starting info, which is focused on safety and technique.
- Bouldering 8 € /person (incl. climbing shoes)
- Bouldering and Climbing with automatic belay 12 € /person (incl. all the equipment)
- 12.00–21.00
Pay for the entrance fee straight at the VOEMA Climbing center. There is no time-limit. This extra low-priced possibility is available between 12.00–21.00 o’clock.
Bowling (15 €/h/lane)
- 12.00–16.00
The cost of one track is 15 € / hour and the price includes shoes
Booking: One of your group will do the booking for the bowling lane for the whole group beforehand.
When booking, make sure to mention “liikuntailtapäivä”. This booking is binding.
When you arrive, pay the fee on the spot.
Bookings: Tel. (017) 282 4003 or keilahalli@keilakukkokuopio.fi
CrossFit
- Place: CrossFit Kuopio, Itkonniemenkatu 29, door 12, 70500 Kuopio
- Time: 1 pm – 2 pm
- Max 24 person
- Enroll via the SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar
This tryout includes the initial warm-up and the training itself. The class is suitable for all fitness levels, and can be varied depending on your own skill and fitness level.
It is a good idea to bring a water bottle, sweat towel, shoes suitable for indoor exercise, as well as clothes where it is comfortable to move around, to the class!
Darts
- 2pm – 4 pm
- Address: Kuninkaankatu 27, Kuopio
- Price: 15 €/person
- Max 20 participants.
- Enroll via the SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar before 2pm 20th of September.
Includes: 30 min guidance to Darts, followed by 1.5h gameplay.
Tikanpesä is a modern darts club in the centre of Kuopio. They have ten throwing lanes, half of which are equipped with their partner Scolia Home 2 systems. There is also a new Scolia Social entertainment system available for play!
Golf at AINA Golf
- 12.00–16.00 with the price of 10€/hour
- There are four TrackMan simulators that you can choose which one to book: Tarina, Olvi, Lähitapiola and Dimex.
- Simulators must be booked by Sunday 27th of September
- There are a few clubs available but own clubs are recommended
- Bookings must be done via whatsapp 050-5991992 or email janneeskola(at)gmail.com
- Instructions for payment are sent to you via email
Kickboxing (13,50 €/person)
- Place: Sports and Fighting Centre Business, Väliköntie 4, 70700 Kuopio
- Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
- Min. 10 and max. 30 participants
- Price 13,50€/person
- Cancellation before 28 September at 12 noon and after registration is binding
- Equipment: T-shirt and shorts or sweatpants without buttons and zippers. No shoes are needed, let’s practice barefoot. Drink bottle and indoor shoes such as sandals for moving around the premises and a towel for washing your feet should be taken with you.
- Enroll via the SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar
Kickboxing is a vertical combat sport that was originally developed as a form of full contact competition by combining boxing and karate, with the goal of defeating an opponent with either a higher hit score or a knockout. Kickboxing uses a variety of different punch and kick techniques, as well as effective combinations of these. Kickboxing can be fought in the ring as well as in a tatami with different match rules. In Finland, the main focus of the competitions is on the ring sports, i.e. Full Contact, Low Kick and K1 match formats, the most popular of which being K1.
Les Mills BODYBALANCE Flex™ 45 min
- 2.15 pm – 3 pm
- Max 35 participants
- Address: Puijonkatu 27, 70100 Kuopio
- Enroll via the SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar
The Les Mills BODYBALANCE Flex™ -class seamlessly combines Yoga and Tai Chi. It makes your body more flexible and stronger while also helping you focus and find calm. Controlled breathing techniques, concentration, and deliberate, guided sequences of movements and poses—set to music—create a workout designed to bring harmony and balance to both body and mind.
Les Mills Dance™ 45 min
- 1.15 pm – 2 pm
- Max 30 participants
- Address: Puijonkatu 27, 70100 Kuopio
- Enroll via the SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar
Les Mills DANCE is an energetic, heart-pumping workout inspired by global dance genres and music. The classes are built around ten tracks, each featuring its own choreography. The dance moves are innovative, perfectly synchronized with the music, and easy to learn. You’ll work up a sweat and burn calories while mastering the choreography.
Les Mills Shapes™
- 12.30 pm – 1.30 pm
- Max 17 person
- Haapaniemenkatu 18, 3rd floor
- Enroll via the SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar
A refreshing blend of Pilates and Power Yoga to the rhythm of contemporary music. With small, controlled movements, you shape and strengthen the most important muscle groups in your body, develop mobility, and make your movements feel exactly where you need to. A low-intensity, yet effective workout for the whole body. The training is suitable for each fitness level.
Lock wrestling (13,50 €/person)
- Place: Sports and Fighting Centre Business, Väliköntie 4, 70700 Kuopio
- Time: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
- Min. 10 and max. 30 participants
- Price 13,50€/person
- Cancellation before 28th September at 12 noon, after that registration is binding.
- Equipment: T-shirt and shorts or sweatpants without buttons and zippers. No shoes are needed, we practice barefoot. Water bottle and indoor shoes such as sandals for moving around the premises and a towel for washing your feet should be taken with you.
- Enroll via the SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar
Lock wrestling, also known as submission wrestling or nogi-grappling, offers a diverse martial art that focuses on takedowns, control and endings such as joint locking and strangulation.
Pole Dance Basics
- 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
- max. 15 participants
- Place: Puusepänkatu 5 C 1, 70100 Kuopio
What to bring:
- Comfortable workout clothes
- A water bottle
- A small towel for wiping down the pole
Have you been dreaming of trying pole dance?
This beginner-friendly introductory class is open to anyone interested in the sport. No previous experience is required. The most important thing is a willingness to try something new!
During the class, you will learn the basics of pole dancing and practice your first spins and holds.
Tennis
Place: Kuopion Tennishalli, Pitkälahdentie 8, 70800 Kuopio
From 12 PM to 1 PM
2 fields for instructed trials 15€/person, requires 6-8 people to take place
2 fields free play, 5€/person/h max 8 people
From 1PM to 2 PM
2 fields for instructed trials 15€/person, requires 6-8 people to take place
1 field free play, 5€/person/h, max 4 people
From 2 PM to 3 PM
2 fields for instructed trial play, €15/person, requires 6-8 people to take place
2 fields for free play €5/person/hour, max 8 people.
Kuopion Tennis Club organizes these sports trials
- Rackets and balls can be borrowed for free
- Payments on the spot with mobilepay
- It is also possible to book a two-hour shift
- Enroll via the SYKETTÄ reservation calendar
- binding enrollments by 23.9.2026
Women's American Football
- 5.30 pm. – 7.30 pm.
- max 30 persons
- On the grass of Puijo (map)
- Come with weather-appropriate sportswear, sneakers/cleats and a drinking bottle, as well as a snappy attitude.
- Enroll via the SYKETTÄ Reservation calendar
- More information, contact Salla Lindgren, +358 46 8431 440
Welcome to the tactical and fast-paced sport!
Extra! During the Sports afternoon you get to take part in ALL of the SYKETTÄ-group classes for free!
