Health-promoting exercise

Guided exercise, Autumn season 2025

1st September - 14th December (no instructed activities during school holidays 20th-26th October)

 

The Lappeenranta department of sport and exercise offers the city’s residents various affordable activities that are easy to join and participate in, regardless of the individual’s fitness level.The purpose of the service is to promote and maintain physical activity and long-term health of the residents.
There are both instructor-led and independent activities on offer.
Everybody is welcome to join!

Should you need

• more information about the activities
• help with registration
• more information about Lappeenranta sport and exercise services in general
• individual support for starting exercise after a long break

Please contact stina.tevajarvi@lappeenranta.fi or tel. 040 631 7428 (WhatsApp messages are welcome).

 

Changes to the programme may occur throughout the season.

Free activities with no registration

Free Independent Gym Hours (for unemployed individuals with proof of job search)

• Monday 14:00-15:00 - Lappeenranta Swimming Hall
• Wednesday 15:00-16:00 - Joutsenotalo
• Friday 11:00-12:00 - Lauritsala Swimming Hall

Free Independent Swimming Hours (for unemployed individuals with proof of job search)

• Tuesday 15:00-16:00 - Lauritsala Swimming Hall
• Thursday 13:00-14:00 - Lappeenranta Swimming Hall

Instructed Mobility/Recovery class

• Thursday 14:15-15:00 - Lappeenrannan urheilutalo, Judo Room

Instructed Outdoor activity

Versatile exercise, may include walking, mobility, light strength training.

• Tuesday 13:00-14:00 - Juvakan kenttä (Juvakka field)

Free outdoor gyms and sports sites

• Several free outdoor gyms open to all with 24hr access are located around the city.
• Find out more here (https://lappeenranta.fi/en/services/neighbourhood-sports-sites)

 

Water aerobics with no registration

Swimming hall entrance fee + €2.70 instructor fee to be paid at the checkout. Classes are held in the deep water pool with music.

Lappeenranta Swimming Hall. Pohjolankatu 29

• Monday 6:15-6:45 am
• Monday 11:30-12:00
• Monday 16:30-17:00
• Thursday 6:15-6:45 am
• Thursday 16:30-17:15 (circuit class)

Lauritsala Swimming Hall. Luukkaankatu 51

• Tuesday 6:15-6:45 am
• Tuesday 12:30-13:00
• Tuesday 17:30-18:00 (High tempo water aerobics)
• Friday 12:30-13:00 (light water aerobics for unemployed individuals and special groups with swim card – only €2.70 instructor fee)
• Sunday 10:30-11:00 am

 

 

Football Group for Youth and Adults – No registration

Simple Finnish and English spoken. Fee: €2.50 per session. Payment on-site by card.

• Wednesday 14:30-16:00 - Pallo Sports Hall

 

Women’s Swimming Hours – Lauritsala Swimming Hall

• Sundays 18:00-20:00

Entry 18:00-18:30, swimming time until 19:30, hall closes at 20:00
Closed to the public during this time. No registration required!
Note: Not permitted for children who cannot swim.
Fee: Swimming hall entrance fee. Payment only by card. Cash tickets must be pre-purchased.

Will continue in the spring season: 12th January until 27th April, 2026

 

Fitness class without registration

A drop-in bodyweight exercise class without registration.

Fee: €2.70 (or fee for the full Autumn season €35). Payment at swimming hall checkout.

• Wednesday 12:30-13:30 - Lappeenrannan urheilutalo, Jumppasali (Floor Gymnastics Room)

 

Groups requiring registration

To enquire about group availability and to register
please contact stina.tevajarvi@lappeenranta.fi or tel. 040 631 7428 (WhatsApp messages are welcome).

 

Water aerobics

Season fee + swimming hall entrance fee.

Lappeenranta Swimming Hall. Pohjolankatu 29

• Tuesday 9:15-9:45 am
• Tuesday 10:00-10:30 am
• Tuesday 10:45-11:15 am
• Wednesday 10:00-10:30 am

Lauritsala Swimming Hall

• Monday 10:45-11:15
• Thursday 10:45-11:!5

 

Intructed gym sessions

Guided strength exercises using various equipment in the gym.
Season fee + gym entrance fee.

• Monday 15:45-16:45 - Lauritsala Swimming Hall gym
• Tuesday 9:00-10:00 - Joutseno Hall
• Wednesday 9:00-10:00 - Joutseno Hall
• Wednesday 10:15-11:15 - Joutseno Hall
• Wednesday 15:45-16:45 - Lauritsala Swimming Hall gym

 

Instructed fitness circuits

Versatile strength training using body weight exercises and weights.

• Wednesday 11:00-12:00 - Lappeenrannan urheilutalo: Wrestling Room

 

Open gym sessions – Kahilanniemi

Independent training sessions.

• Monday 13:00-15:00
• Tuesday 12:00-14:00
• Friday 8:00-10:00

Access:
Smart card required, available at swimming hall cashiers.

Smart card €6.60 + user fee such as:

• Senior card (65+) €68 / 6 months or €114 / 12 months
• Special groups gym card €23 / year
• BMI card €29 / year
• Other gym user fee

 

Stretching and Mobility

• Monday 9:00-9:45 - Lappeenrannan urheilutalo, Jumppasali (Floor Gymnastics Hall) Pohjolankatu 29
• Monday 10:00-10:45 - Lappeenrannan urheilutalo, Jumppasali (Floor Gymnastics Hall) Pohjolankatu 29
• Thursday 13:00-13:45 - Lappeenrannan urheilutalo, Jumppasali (Floor Gymnastics Hall) Pohjolankatu 29

Fascia Method - Functional muscle care

• Wednesday 11:00-12:00 - Lappeenrannan urheilutalo, Jumppasali (Floor Gymnastics Hall) Pohjolankatu 29

 

Season Fees for Instructed Groups – Autumn 2025

Full season prices:

• Groups starting before 16:00 - €35/season/group
• Groups starting after 16:00 - €52/season/group
• Water aerobics - €35/season/group

Note: In addition to the season fee, classes at the Swimming Halls require a separate entrance fee paid at the site cashier.

 

Single-session classes – no registration and free of charge

 

Relaxing TRE workshop

Tuesday 14th October, 17:00-18:00

Lappeenrannan urheilutalo, Jumppasali (Floor Gymnastics Hall). Pohjolankatu 29

In this Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercise workshop you will learn to release tension from the body. Wear warm and stretchy clothing and bring your own exercise mat.

Instructor: Marika Hynninen

 

Presence and Meditation

Tuesday 11th November, 17:00-18:00

Kaukas School Gym (Parkkarilankatu 41)

A moment focused on mindful presence, where we practice directing attention to the present moment through simple exercises. No prior experience in meditation needed. Wear warm and stretchy clothing and bring your own exercise mat.

Instructor: Kati Englund – Holistic Relaxation Instructor, Yoga Teacher