Get stuck in – primary school clubs

The town of Keuruu is part of the ‘Finnish Model for Leisure Activities’. The aim is to support the wellbeing of children and young people by enabling every child and young person to take part in a leisure activity they enjoy, free of charge. Find out more about the model at www.harrastamisensuomenmalli.fi

The leisure activities are open throughout the season, and you can join a group even partway through the season.

The clubs are on break during school holidays, such as the autumn and Christmas holidays. The clubs also do not meet on other public holidays (Easter, Independence Day, etc.).

Primary school clubs

1. Football Club (Years 1–6), Keuruu Primary School

• In the football club, we practise basic football skills in a relaxed and accessible way, and above all, we play lots of games! In winter, we play futsal indoors and, weather permitting, outdoors. We also play a variety of other ball games from time to time.
• Mondays, 4.30–5.30 pm, the old hall at Kivi School
• The instructor is Natalia Lahti, tel. 044 975 2892

2. Sports Club (Years 1–6), Kivelä School

• Thursdays, 4.00–5.00 pm, Kivelä School hall. 
• At the sports club, members get to try out a wide variety of sports. The range of sports on offer includes canoeing, Finnish baseball, orienteering, wrestling, gymnastics, skiing, volleyball, badminton and many others.
• The instructors are Enni and Kerttu.
• For further information: Tino Kohonen Tel. 050 564 7652

3. Multi-sport club (Years 1–5), Haapamäki Primary School

• Fridays from 1.00 pm to 2.00 pm in the hall at Haapamäki School.
• The club offers a wide range of sports, games and activities. We go outdoors, weather permitting.
• The instructor is Natalia Lahti, tel. 044 975 2892

4. Multi-sport club (Years 1–6), Einari Vuorela School

• Thursdays, 1.30–2.30 pm
• In the club, we explore a wide range of different sports, outdoor activities and cooking.
• The instructors are members of staff from Einari Vuorela School.

5. Multi-sport club (Years 1–6), Pohjoislahden School

• Mondays, 1.30 pm–3.00 pm
• The club offers a wide range of activities, including various sports, outdoor activities and cultural experiences.
• The instructor is Eva Saarinen, tel. 045 651 3510.

6 and 7. Sporttiskerho special sports clubs

• Tuesdays, 4.30–5.15 pm. A group for primary school-aged children with motor skills and lea ing/comprehension difficulties.
• Tuesdays, 5.15–6.00 pm. A group for energetic children with neuropsychological difficulties (Years 1–4) who struggle with various self-regulation skills.
• The sports clubs are aimed at primary school-aged children who find it difficult to participate in mainstream sports groups and club activities. The aim is to strengthen motor skills and foster a sense of capability and achievement. The group practises motor skills and teamwork in a variety of ways through different sports, games and activity circuits.
• For further information, please contact: Juho Siirilä on 040 520 3949 and Iina-Eerika Lehtinen on 040 487 8652

8. The school band, Keuruu Primary School

• Are you interested in playing in a band? In the school band, we practise playing our instruments, finding our own sound and playing together as a band.
• In the music classroom at Kivikoulu.
• The club meets at a time agreed with the instructor.
• The instructor is Reima Viitala, tel. 050 3399 875

9. Kipinä’s Äksö session (Years 4–6), Kipinä Youth Centre

•  Tuesdays from 5.00 pm to 7.00 pm, at the Kipinä Youth Centre.
•  Fancy some fun for the next few weeks? Come along to Äksö’s youth club! We’ve got a varied and ever-changing programme of activities every week. Crafts, baking, games and themed sessions.
• No need to register, and you can join in whenever suits you.
• For further information, please contact Annika Korpinen on 040 717 3451.

10. Adventure Club (Years 1–6)

• The programme includes canoeing, hiking and camping, snowshoeing and other outdoor activities. The club offers a variety of experiences in nature. The group meets approximately once a month at times to be agreed upon.
• The guide is Markku Jokela

Spring 2026 programme

• 19 February: We’ll lea how to use snowshoes and go for a training session in the area around Kipinä
• Let’s meet in the Kipinä courtyard at 3.30 pm
• We'll light a fire and grill some sausages.
• 19 March. Let's go ice fishing and grill some sausages.
• Let’s meet at Ahtola Harbour at 3.30 pm
• 23 April: Tree climbing and archery!
• Let's meet at the vicarage jetty at 3.30 pm
• We're going to build a bonfire.
• 7 May. Let's go canoeing in large canoes.
• Let’s meet at the vicarage jetty at 3.30 pm
• A bonfire and sausages!
• 21 May: Canoeing trip to Lamposaari
• Let's meet at the vicarage jetty at 3.30 pm
• A campfire and sausages.
• For further information, please contact Tino Kohonen on 050 564 7652

11. Basketball Club (Years 4–6), Keuruu Primary School

• The basketball club meets twice a week.
• Wednesdays, 4.00–5.00 pm, the old hall at Kivikoulu
• Thursdays, 3.00–4.30 pm, Kivikoulu’s new sports hall.
• A relaxed take on ball sports, with a focus on basketball.
• The instructor is Eva Saarinen, tel. 045 651 3510.

12. Keuruu Primary School Sports Club (Years 1–3 and Years 4–6), Keuruu Primary School

• Wednesdays: Years 1–3, 2–3 pm; Years 4–6, 3–4 pm, the new hall at Kivikoulu
• A variety of sports and games
• The instructor is Natalia Lahti, tel. 044 975 2892

13. Parkour Club (Years 4–6)

• The parkour club uses the Loikkakopla lesson materials. As well as parkour, there are other acrobatic activities and games.
• Wednesdays from 4 pm to 5 pm, in the new hall at Kivikoulu.
• For further information, please contact Tino Kohonen on 050 564 7652

14. My Pony – Club for Years 3–6

• Mondays from 5 pm to 6 pm, Rahikkala Farm, Villa Herttala Farm, Ampialantie 479. Please arrange your own transport.
• We’ll explore all aspects of horses and horse care, and practise good stable management skills relating to basic horse handling and looking after the horse’s physical wellbeing. We’ll also get out into the countryside and enjoy the company of our friends and the horses.
• Spring club sessions:
• 20 April 2026, 5–6 pm
• 27 April 2026, 5–6 pm
• 4 May 2026, 5–6 pm
• 11 May 2026, 5–6 pm
• 18 May 2026, 5–6 pm
• 25 May 2026, 5–6 pm
• For further information: Tino Kohonen, tel. 050 564 7652

15. Primary School Fishing Club (Years 4–6)

• At the fishing club, you can lea about different fishing techniques whilst enjoying the great outdoors.
• Led by Petri, Hannu and members of the Upper School Fishing Club
• Programme:
• 18 February 2026 Ice fishing trip*
• 11 March 2026 Lure manufacturing
• 25 March 2026 Indoor session
• 8 April 2026 Fishing
• 22 April 2026 Fishing
• 6 May 2026 Fishing
• 20 May 2026: A possible white-water fishing trip
• Subject to change.
• *There are only a limited number of places available on the ice-fishing trip, so sign up now!
• For further information and to register, please contact Tino Kohonen on 050 564 7652

16. Primary School Fitness Boxing Club (Years 4–6)

Tuesdays, 3–4 pm, in the sports hall at the swimming pool. The club focuses on fitness boxing and bodyweight strength training. Free of charge. Starting 10 February 2026.

Directed by Arsalan and Pendar.

Registration and further information: Tino Tel. 050 564 7652

17. Board Games Club (Years 4–6)

Tuesdays from 3.30 pm to 4.30 pm on the upper floor of Kipinä. In the club, we play various card and board games together. We play old favourites and lea new ones.

Led by Iida and Ronja.

For further information, please contact Anton on 040 485 4078

*Changes to timetables and the number of clubs are possible

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