What hobbies are available in Porvoo?

Porvoon Eläkeläiset ry is a politically unaffiliated pensioners’ association. Our goal is to prevent loneliness and social exclusion among seniors. Our association meets once a week for crafts, handicrafts, gymnastics, Skip-Bo card game and singing at Lundintalo, Aleksanterinkatu 11. In the summer, we do outdoor activities and campfire days.

The association organizes free exercise classes once a week in the Myllymäki School gym until the end of April and starting again in September.

In the summer, Mölkky is played in the Rose Park, weather permitting. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

Experimental exercise in 2025. We will start with Hatha yoga and throughout the year, we will try different forms of exercise suitable for those with rheumatism or musculoskeletal diseases.

Aikido is suitable for practitioners of all ages and levels. Whether you are looking for a challenge to your coordination, peace of mind, flexibility, Japanese culture or a way to fall safely, aikido offers the answer. For your first time, all you need is sweatpants, a t-shirt and a curious mind. We do not organize a beginner course, but we teach beginners the basics individually during regular training. Our training times are as follows:

MON 19:00-20:30 Youth and adults

TUE 17:00-18:00 Junior Aikido

WED 19:00-20:30 Youth and adults

THU 17:00-18:00 Junior Aikido

THU 18:00-19:30 Youth and adults

FRI 15:30-16:30 free shift

Within the handball section of Borgå Akilles, everyone from the age of two and up is welcome to join our cheerful community that spend time together in the spirit of ball- and team sports. Handball is a well-established sport with a long history in Porvoo, as the section founded in 1973 with 482 active members today constitutes one of the city’s larger team sports communities.

Handball is a fun and fast-paced team sport that among other things developes ball handling, coordination, endurance, strength and the ability to cooperate with your teammates. Within the section, members of all ages can practice the sport in the way that suits them best, either with the goal of exercising and having fun together, or by participating more competitively and playing in the various national divisions. If the goals are more competition-oriented, personal player development is gradually built up through the opportunity to first test the waters in the challenger series before transitioning to the national age series.
The youngest members can start getting acquainted with handball through the play-oriented group “bollskoj” from the age of two. When the players are 5-6 years old, the ball school offers continued opportunities for fun interaction within a mixed age group, before the juniors are then divided into teams according to their own age class from early school age. The junior classes go all the way up to the A-junior level, while the adult players in turn represent the section through our men’s or women’s representative team. Alternatively, our adult members can also be part of our cheerful hobby teams or participate in the parent handball group, where women and men play together.

Handball is a relatively affordable hobby, whose activities in Porvoo are well-established and of high quality thanks to employed staff and knowledgeable and trained coaches. The various teams also function as excellent language immersion groups as Swedish- and Finnish-speaking players get the chance to spend time together in the fun spirit of handball.

You are warmly welcome to join our green and white handball community!

With Slalom 66, you can practice alpine downhill skiing in Kokon, right in the centre of Porvoo. In addition to training on various courses and competing, we also practice skills and techniques. We organize competitions, snow camps, and winter activities. Many of our athletes actively participate in competitions at various levels around Finland (and also around the globe). Our activities are most active during the winter season (November-April), but we start training on the slopes, in the terrain, on the field, and indoors already during the summer/autumn months. During the winter season, we organize training camps in northern and central Finland.
The training activities focus on groups for children and youth. There are also separate groups for adults. Training groups are structured based on skill level and age group, but in practice, the activities unite different ages and create a sense of community across age groups and generations.
You can try the club’s training sessions twice for free before registering and committing. A season pass to Kokon is a prerequisite for participation, and basic skills for independent skiing are also required.
Slalom 66 is a bilingual alpine ski club founded in 1966 in Porvoo, with the aim of increasing interest in alpine skiing in the Porvoo area. Parents, aunties, uncles and even grandparents actively participate in the club’s activities (including organizing competitions). Welcome, the best thing here is the speed and fabulous friends!

Porvoo’s sports services organize amateur leagues in rinkball, floorball, and football. The team does not need to be a registered association; for example, a group of friends from Porvoo or a workplace team can participate in the amateur league with their own team. Teams pay the participation fee and referee fees themselves. 

Porvoon Butchers ry is a traditional American football club from Porvoo. The club was founded in 1986. Since 1991, Butchers have played at the highest level in their sport, the Vaahteraliiga, except for the years 2000-01. The club organizes junior activities for girls and boys aged 7-19. Every year, our club has a strong representation in both the men’s and youth national teams.

American football is a fast-paced contact sport where both large and small players can succeed.

In practice, we learn American football techniques, skills specific to different positions, play patterns from both offensive and defensive perspectives, and as a new sport, flag football has also been included in the training. In American football and flag football, players with different strengths are needed, so the sport is suitable for everyone. With us, both girls and boys play together in U15 and younger.

During the winter season, we train from November to April at Uusimaa Arena, and during the summer season from April to September on outdoor fields in the city of Porvoo.

Welcome to the fascinating world of American football.

Porvoo’s open art space is for all young people aged 15-29 who are interested in making art. Come to Zentra’s craft room Hobby to make your own art and craft projects independently. You can bring your own art supplies or borrow basic supplies from the space. A youth worker will be on hand to help and chat if you need it. Welcome!

The Art Factory’s Dance School is the largest dance school in Eastern Uusimaa, offering high-quality and diverse dance education in a variety of dance styles since 2007.

The dance school provides basic art education in dance, led by professionals, for children, youth, and adults. There are numerous styles available for different age and skill levels, including baby dance, toddler dance, children’s dance, dance play, play-break, fairy tale ballet, ballet, show dance, commercial dance, lyrical jazz, contemporary dance, hip hop/street, breakdance, latino show, reggaeton, twerggaeton, circus/acrobatic, and pole dance.

Our weekly classes run from August to May. In addition, we organize intensive courses, events, and camps.

We actively participate in various dance, art, and cultural events, providing our students with a broad perspective on the field of dance and art. It is important to us to give our students a solid foundation to pursue professional studies if they wish.

Special training and competition groups, as well as those aiming for solo and duo competitions, train several times a week and participate in contests.

At Art Factory’s Dance School, we dance with passion and attitude, striving for a shared state of flow. The core values of our school are the joy of dance, community, inclusion, self-expression, and of course, art.

Follow the art trail and get to know notable figures, historical events, and contemporary art. The art trail has been implemented by the cultural services of the City of Porvoo in collaboration with the Porvoo Museum. The trail will be available on the Citynomadi service.

Porvoo’s Cultural Services offer families, daycares and schools high-quality and varied artistic and cultural experiences at the Art Factory. In addition to performing arts and other events, activities include art workshops and community artworks.

Athene is a bilingual football club that offers football for women and girls. The activities are goal-oriented sports, targeting individuals aged 15 and older.

The women’s first team plays in the National Second Division, and the U18 teams compete in the First and Second Divisions.

Porvoon Tarmo offers diverse sports activities for all ages – from children to adults. New participants are warmly welcome in every age group, and the club offers a free trial period!

Depending on the age group, teams practice 2–4 times a week under the guidance of skilled and enthusiastic coaches.

Our junior activities are guided by the values of education, responsibility, tolerance, community, and a healthy lifestyle.

You can find more information about team schedules, fees, and our club activities on our website. Don’t hesitate to join – basketball might be just your thing!

Porvoon Seudun Lintuyhdistys (PSLY), a local member of Bird Life Finland, engages in all kinds of activities related to bird conservation and improving their living conditions. This includes various bird surveys, bird counts, construction of birdhouses and artificial nests, winter feeding of birds at the association’s feeding sites, as well as projects focused on improving and restoring habitats. Naturally, it also involves bird observation and monitoring migration. The association also organizes various trips, events, presentations, and photo evenings related to birds.

Welcome to join our activities!

Porvoos tabletop association brings you a free of charge boardgame hobby for all age groups on tuesdays starting from 18:00 at Zentra. We have over 70 board/cardgames.
We have games for beginners, intermediate or pro players. We have instructors to help you understand games and their rules if you’re new to board games.
We have no membership so you are free to come and go whenever you want without commitment. You can arrive with your own group or just as a solo player and join in any existing games.

The languages of the book clubs at the library are Finnish, Swedish and English. The advance sign-up for the book club is for the entire season. The books to be read have been selected according to the theme of each season, and the books will be provided by the library. More information about the book clubs and the sign-up can be found on the library’s website (in Finnish, but about the book clubs also in English, go to Muita palveluja -> Lukupiirit).

The cycling section of Porvoon Akilles offers members a diverse range of cycling activities.

A mountain biking group for children and youth meets approximately once a week from May to June and from August to September. The group is suitable for beginners as well as those with some experience. The recommended age is 9–16 years. During the winter season, a weekly spinning class is organized for young participants.

For youth and adults, a weekly training race is held from May to September. There are also group rides for adults on weekends. The section also supports those interested in competitive cycling to get started with the hobby.

For more experienced athletes, the club offers men’s and women’s Elite teams that compete at the highest level in Finland.

The Porvoo Swedish Pensioners’ Association has a very active Boule group for its members. In winter they play indoors and in summer outdoors in Kokonniemi. There is room for several players.

Boxing is a effective way to train your entire body. It combinates strength, fitness and it increases your mental wellbeing too.
We offer safe and fun fitness- and junior boxing and high quality competitive boxing by top level coaches Eva Wahlström and Miika Forsström.
At P-Town Boxing Gym we have a great community and we have fun together. Everyone can join us, you don’t need prior experience.
You need comfortable workout clothes, indoor shoes and a water bottle.

Find your strength with Nordic Nightmare Boxing!

Nordic Nightmare Boxing is a heartfelt boxing club from Porvoo, proudly offering the joy and passion of boxing to all its enthusiasts. Our ambitious goal is to provide high-quality competitive and fitness boxing, while creating a safe and supportive environment for boxers of all ages and levels.

Our club is committed to providing individual and group coaching under the guidance of our highly professional coaching team. We want to be more than just a boxing club – we are a community that supports and inspires each member towards their own peak moments in and out of the ring.

In addition to our competitive and fitness boxing services, we passionately organize competitions and events, creating opportunities to showcase your skills and enjoy camaraderie with fellow boxing enthusiasts.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced pro, our professional coaching team is here to help you achieve your athletic goals. Join the inspiring community of Nordic Nightmare Boxing, where we work together to ensure that every step you take in the ring brings you closer to better health and physical fitness.

The sports club FunShine Cheerleaders Ry (FSC) is a competitive cheerleading specialty club from Porvoo, founded in 2011. FSC is a member club of the Finnish Cheerleading Federation. Our offerings include participation in cheer teams at both recreational and competitive levels, regardless of gender. In our club, one can engage in sports from a young age to adulthood.

I offer chess clubs primarily for primary school children.
My chess clubs are not only for playing, but also for exploring developmental and fun activities. I want to provide all my club members with experiences of success, appropriate challenges and a comfortable club environment. There are no prerequisites for the club, but those who know the rules are sure to get challenges appropriate to their level.

Chess offers a wide range of brain stimulation and is proven to be a developmental and educational activity. Chess teaches important life skills, such as decision-making and strategic thinking.

The renowned Runeberg Choir BSB practises on Mondays at 18.30 in the Grand Cultural Centre (Stadshusgatan 8). The choir performs regularly both in Porvoo and elsewhere. One of the highlights of the choir’s year is the traditional Christmas concerts in Porvoo Cathedral.

If you are interested, just turn up for a rehearsal or be in contact. You will find contact information on the choir website.

At our circus school, we teach students of all ages and skill levels the many wonderful forms of circus arts – acrobatics, aerial acrobatics, juggling, balancing acts, and much more. Whether you are a beginner or already a more experienced performer, we offer an inspiring and encouraging environment to develop and discover your own circus talent. Here, circus is not just a skill, it is a way of life where laughter, joy, and togetherness are always present. Join us and step into the world of circus.

Porvoo CISV organizes monthly club evenings at Zentra, during which participants can learn about CISV’s themes:

– Diversity
– Sustainable development
– Conflict management
– Human rights

The themes are explored through games and various activities, so everyone can have fun and learn at the same time.

The evenings will be held on October 7, November 4, and December 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Nuorsio space in Zentra, Mannerheiminkatu 20.

Porvoo Adult Education Centre offers over a thousand courses every year for people of all ages. The selection includes languages, arts, physical activity, well-being, IT, and many other subjects. The institute is open to everyone, with courses arranged both in Porvoo and Askola.

In addition to the traditional museum visit, you can get to know the Runeberg family through independent tasks. The museum also offers craft workshops for all ages. In the summer, children can go on a journey through time in the Play and Learn space outside.

Porvoon Akilles Ski Division offers cross-country skiing activities for children, youth, and adults at both recreational and competitive levels. We organize activities year-round and have training groups for different skill levels. Cross-country skiing is a versatile endurance sport that develops the whole body and also provides new experiences outdoors in nature. Our goal is to continuously develop our activities and maintain training groups for skiers of different ages and skill levels. Come join us for cross-country skiing in a friendly community!

Dance school Tanssiva Porvoo offers energetic, fast-paced, and cheerful dance classes for hundreds of children, teenagers, and adults in the Eastern Uusimaa region. It has established itself not only in Porvoo’s cultural scene but also with its national competition successes.

The school is known for its high-quality dance lessons, its cozy spaces, and its fantastic dance halls in the heart of Porvoo. The cheerful and supportive atmosphere creates an inspiring environment for learning.

The range of classes is diverse, catering to dancers of all ages and levels, from toddlers to adults, and from beginners to advanced dancers. Styles include, among others, show dance, ballet, hip hop, commercial, lyrical jazz, contemporary dance, disco dance, Latin dances, and breakdance.

In addition, My Dance Story, a dance store connected to Tanssiva Porvoo, offers dancers the chance to purchase ballet shoes, costumes, tights, tops, and other dance training equipment.

“Borgå Gymnastikförening, whose home is the city of Borgå, is an association whose purpose is to spread information and arouse interest in physical education through regular gymnastics and sports exercises…” This sentence begins the statutes of Borgå Gymnastikförening Association, written in 1894 when the association was founded. BGF focuses on a wide range of activities in gymnastics and dance, aimed at all interested parties, especially children and youth.

Dance hobby for all ages. The training sessions are conducted in small groups (max 7-9), making the lessons almost like private lessons. This means that students learn faster, are less nervous, and get more out of the lesson.

Styles include ballet, lyrical/contemporary/show, and additionally, fun tricks are taught during the lessons. For adults, we also offer heels, morning and evening ballet, twerk courses, and other fun activities.

The dance school offers competitive activities. Groups for ages 6-8, 9-12, 15-18 (younger students can join this group depending on their level), and adults 30+ competitive groups. Both solos and duos are available. We also offer private lessons, wedding dances, and other fun activities!

The dance school is completely bullying-free and a really fun place where you can dance and make friends! The dance school is located in Tarmola.

You can come and try for free, but you must notify us in advance of your arrival.

An energetic dance group in swedish, we focus on traditional dances. Join us!
The course is arranged by Porvoon kansalaisopisto.

Porvoo’s Junior Chamber International is a development and leadership network for individuals under the age of 40.
As a member you gain excellent opportunities to expand your personal network and strengthen your professional skills through our trainings, projects, and events. In addition to personal growth, chamber activities offer a chance to make an impact locally and in society at large.

Porvoo Hockey Club is a hockey club where both field hockey and indoor hockey are played with determination and passion. During winter, we play indoors, and from spring to autumn, we train and compete outdoors.
PHC offers opportunities to enjoy hockey at both recreational and competitive levels. Currently, PHC plays in the Women’s Finnish Championship League, with the goal of growing the club also in youth and men’s divisions.
Welcome to try a new, affordable, and fun hobby with us!

Our club has 300 members, and it’s easy to join: we have a skating school open to everyone aged 3–12, as well as a skating group for adults. Both are open to anyone who wants to learn basic skating skills and make new friends.

After skating school, you can join either a synchronized skating team or a competitive or recreational group for individual skating. Our club also has an adult synchronized skating team.

We practice at two ice rinks in Kokonniemi, Porvoo.

Urheat Pomputtajat (UrPo) offers an affordable fitness basket for women. We train twice a week.

FC Futura Juniorit ry is a football club specializing in providing opportunities for children, youth, and adults of all ages to engage in and develop their football skills. Our activities range from football for children under five years old to adult teams.

Our core values include joy and positivity, athleticism, community, and equality. We strive to create an environment where everyone can grow, learn, and enjoy football as part of a close-knit and supportive community.

Join us to experience the joy of sports and work together to turn new dreams into reality!

Tolkis Bollklubb is a club focused on ball sports, where both juniors and adults can participate in various sports. The club’s seasonal fees are affordable thanks to an exceptionally strong volunteer spirit.

Porvoon Frisbeegolfseura ry is a club founded in 2018 with already well over 100 members! Enthusiasts range from babies to grandfathers, including both women and men of all skill levels. Everyone is welcome! The best part of frisbee golf is the friends and the very affordable cost of starting and trying the sport. The excitement of the sport usually hits hardest at the beginning when individual scores improve quickly on different courses and the flight of the disc lengthens rapidly as skills develop. This sport can be played competitively or for the joy of exercise with friends. The best way is the one you choose yourself! The club operates on the principles of a competitive sports club and we are able to support enthusiasts who take the sport more seriously. Porvoo has great opportunities to practice the sport, for example in Virvik, Hornhattula, and the upcoming new course in Tolkkinen. Additionally, you can throw the disc almost anywhere as long as you ensure the place is safe.

SideQuest is a youth services gaming activity for everyone, regardless of gender or gaming skills. All three youth spaces offer access to digital and more traditional board and card games. In the Zentra Youth Centre, you will find 10 gaming computers, a PS5 and a Nintendo Switch. Youth Centre Kertsi has two PlayStation 5 consoles, a Nintendo Switch, an arcade games cabinet and PlayStation VR virtual glasses.

We are doing ancestry research and working with the local history of the Porvoo region.

Learn the basics of golf and get a green card.

Golf offers exercise in beautiful nature. Additionally, you get to meet new people and walk about 5-10 km during a round. In a beginner’s course, you will learn the basics of the different strokes, rules, etiquette, and you will get to play on the course.

Studio WS offers versatile and inspiring group fitness classes for adults. The selection includes circuit training, HIIT, pilates, dance-based workouts among others and special classes like Kangoo Jumps and Bungee Fit. The classes focus on developing strength, endurance, mobility, and body control, all guided by skilled instructors. Group training is suitable for both beginners and experienced exercisers. Explore the different class types and seasonal schedules on our website!

At Studio WS, you can also train at the gym or rent the studio space for your own activities. We also offer PT groups and personalized personal training services.

Porvoo city sports services organize guided exercise groups for Porvoo residents of all ages. Low-threshold exercise groups are especially aimed at seniors and others who cannot participate in exercise groups intended for working-age people. For children and families with children, there are sports clubs and family exercise. Adapted exercise groups for special groups are suitable for those who, for example, due to disability, illness, or other reduced functional capacity, cannot participate in generally available exercise groups.

EasyFit gym. Well-equipped gym open every day. Gym, strength training, free weight training, functional training. Start, get excited, train and succeed easily.

LadyLine is a fitness center for women. A diverse range of services allows you to find a meaningful exercise hobby. Gym, group exercise, yoga, pilates, muscle training, body care and spinning. The center is open every day from and group exercise is available every day of the week.

Kuntokeskus Verde welcomes exercisers of all levels! You have access to a 24/7 open gym and a wide variety of group fitness classes (including indoor cycling and sessions tailored for seniors!).
There are multiple gym areas and plenty of workout stations. Saunas and a kids’ playroom are also available!

Teatteri Soittorasia offers high-quality theater activities for all ages and all year round!

We have groups for everyone, from the youngest family members to adults. Theater as a hobby brings joy to everyday life and is like a small vacation in the midst of daily routines. Immerse yourself in the world of creation and enjoy good company and moments full of laughter!

If you are interested in preparing performances, there are several options for you as well. So come and join us!

If being on stage is not your thing… You might be interested in the activities of the Visualists or the Theater Choir. New for the 2025-2026 season, you can engage in puppet theater and learn how to handle and create puppets.

Get to know us on our website and come and try it out. With us, trying is free, and you can bring a friend along! We offer activities in Porvoo, Loviisa, and Askola, and if needed, we bring the theater to where it is needed.

Akilleen Kantapäät is a hobby football team open to anyone interested in playing football in a fun and welcoming group. The team trains twice a week throughout the year.

In winter, we practice once a week indoors playing Futsal and once a week we play Football at Uusimaa Arena. During the summer, training sessions take place on outdoor fields in Porvoo. We also participate in the Porvoo Puulaaki League during the summer season.

See you on the field! ⚽

Hunters Juniors is a children’s and youth ice hockey and ringette club based in Porvoo. Our mission is to offer inspiring activities close to home. Our operating culture is centered on active participation, helping friends, and always moving in the same direction.

In Porvoo, there are two indoor ice rinks, the ice rink and the youth ice rink, which provide facilities for practicing various ice sports. The indoor ice rinks also offer free public skating sessions. There are separate skating times for those who skate without a stick and those who skate with a stick. Check the times for public skating sessions in the Timmi booking calendar.

The dance school Tanssiva Porvoo offers joyful, energetic, and cheerful dance classes for hundreds of children, young people, and adults. Dancing Porvoo has achieved a significant position both in Porvoo’s cultural offerings and through national competition success. The school is known for its high-quality dance classes, atmospheric premises, and wonderful halls in the center of Porvoo, as well as its cheerful and encouraging atmosphere.

The school’s course offerings are extensive, with classes available for everyone from toddlers to adults and from beginners to advanced! The course selection includes, among others, show dance, ballet, hip hop, commercial, lyrical jazz, rock’n swing, contemporary dance, disco dance, Latin dances, breakdance, and much more!

KampSport-Fighters offers taekwondo for all ages, from beginners to experienced practitioners. Our training improves fitness, flexibility, and self-defense skills in a relaxed yet goal-oriented environment. The sport combines fast kicks, technique, and concentration. We have groups for children, teenagers, and adults, and you can join at any time!

Karate trains strength, speed, endurance, and mind. Karate includes blocks, punches, and kicks and their combinations, as well as katas (sets of movement patterns). Karate as a workout is suitable for all ages. We train three evenings a week.

At Porvoo Kendo Club, you can practice kendo, a fast-paced Japanese fencing sport. Matches are conducted at full speed and power, but are safe due to the armor and practice swords made of four bamboo slats.

We do not organize beginner courses, but we continuously accept new practitioners and provide individual guidance to beginners during other training sessions. Getting to know the sport is free, but once you decide to continue, it is advisable to purchase your own practice sword.

Although the sport can be practiced from primary school age, due to the small size of our club, we currently cannot sufficiently accommodate the needs of primary school-aged children in our teaching. If you have previous experience from another kendo club, it is, of course, a different matter. Therefore, we prefer not to accept new practitioners under secondary school age. For primary school-aged children, Helsinki Kendo Club KKTI offers instruction in Myllypuro on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

CrossFit Porvoo offers professional coaching for kids in Strenght and conditioning training. Training is done in age groups from 6-8 years, 9-12 and from 13 to 18 years.
Your child will learn the basics of movement: jumping, running, throwing and lifting.
When the child gets better, they learn the barbell basics, like squats, pulls and presses. Also the basics of weightlifting are taught. The children will learn how to do strength and condition training in safe and efficient manner.

Yosaiki is the oldest Kyudo club in Finland. Kyudo belongs to the so-called Budo arts, which also include Judo and Karate. The bow is very different from other traditional bows. It is about 2.3 m long, and the grip is at 1/3 of the height seen from below. Another special feature is the glove on the right hand. The bow is always held in the left hand.
In addition to shooting, Kyudo involves a lot of ceremonies. Each shot is shot according to a precisely defined series of movements. Kyudo also develops the shooter mentally.
The sport is best suited for adults due to the length of the bow, but tall teenagers can also join in. It is easy to come on-site, see what we do, and ask more questions. In principle, we organise basic courses in the autumn, but sometimes, we accept people who drop in.
We practise in the multi-purpose hall of the Sports Hall (Urheiluhalli):
Tue: 19.30 – 20.30
Fri: 18.00 – 20.00

Join the magic circle of music and become a master of your instrument. The Music institut offers activities for children, teenagers and adults. Our lessons cover a wide range of instruments.
Find out more and join us!

Porvoo City Library offers its services not only at the main library but also at the service units of Gammelbacka, Kevätkumpu and Kerkkoo, as well as in the mobile library. At the libraries you can read, study, borrow books, sit and relax, attend events, or spend time with children. At the main library there is also a workshop where you can use a sewing machine, vinyl cutter, 3D printer or a pin maker, among other things. See the opening hours and contact information of the libraries on the library’s website.

Odd Fellow rebekkaloosi Hanna is a Finnish-speaking women’s association based in Porvoo. We offer you the opportunity for spiritual growth, togetherness in a dignified way that respects traditions, relaxation with a meaningful hobby, warm encounters, events and new friends.

Our association is made up of people of all ages and backgrounds. The minimum age to join is 21 and there is no upper age limit. Join us if you want to develop yourself as a person and find new and interesting things to do in your life.

amily Theaters (0-110 years) Theater and togetherness from babies to grandparents!

The best quality time with the family! Through experiences, role-playing, and theater games, we develop the child’s theatrical and musical skills, as well as their personal expression. In family theater, we create a small play from story to costumes and set design and perform it! Mothers, fathers, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and of course the children! Family Theater enhances family interaction and strengthens cooperation and social skills.

Theater Music Classes (3-6 years) Early studies in theater and music together. Theater Music Classes lay the foundation for a lifelong interest in the arts.

Adventure Theaters (3-6 years) Fairy tale theaters have undergone a transformation, and in the upcoming season, we will embark on adventures! We dive into stories and meet the most wonderful characters, we might even become superheroes. In Adventure Theaters, we learn group skills, use our imagination, and create our own adventures. And of course, we don’t forget role costumes and making performances.

Interested in volunteering at the family cafe? Love organizing events and activities? Come and ideate new and engaging activities for children and families. This is your chance to be creative and contribute.

Our local association operates fully on a voluntary basis, and you can participate in as small or large a capacity as you like. Even a small contribution makes a big difference, both for the families involved and for you. We are happy for every new English speaking member and volunteer!

Soundi – Your Own Music Room at Zentra

In the basement of the youth center Zentra you’ll find Soundi, a music room entirely for young people. Soundi is the perfect place for anyone who needs a space for their music hobby. In Soundi, you’re allowed to make sound!
Whether you’re a heavy metal guitarist, a jazz drummer, a rap artist, or a pop singer – Soundi is for you.

Soundi is equipped with drums, electric guitars, a bass guitar, acoustic guitars, a keyboard, and more. There’s also a solid PA system and several vocal microphones.
The music room is open during Zentra’s regular opening hours.

To use Soundi, you need a Soundi sticker on your youth card (ask Lasse!).
You can play in Soundi with a friend or on your own. It can also be booked for personal use every week, for example for one or two hours.

Soundi is meant for musicians of all levels who need a place to practice. It can also be a great kickstart for forming a band.

Welcome to discover Soundi!
– Youth Worker Lasse Yrjölä

The sports services of the City of Porvoo organize recreational orienteering in collaboration with clubs. The sports services also maintain permanent controls. These are orienteering checkpoints that are permanently placed in the terrain and are freely accessible to everyone, meaning you can go orienteering at any time. Orienteering maps for the permanent controls are available for free.

The sports services of the city of Porvoo maintain various outdoor sports facilities. These include fitness tracks, outdoor trails, ski tracks, outdoor ice rinks, beaches, and winter swimming opportunity. In addition to these, Porvoo has outdoor areas both on the mainland and in the archipelago.

Canoe Club Wiking is a canoe club that offers its members activities focussed on exercise and recreational paddling, training and various paddling excursions. The waters around Porvoo provide a variety of opportunities for kayaking in different conditions. The cultural landscape of the Porvoo River is a good and protected place to start a new hobby. The club has about 350 members.
Participation in the club’s activities requires membership. More information about this on our website

Padel is a sport that has gained great popularity. Currently, over 1,000,000 people in Finland are already practicing the sport. Come and try it out and fall in love with the sport. The sport is suitable for all ages!

Safe and versatile space for training flips and parkour.

Pesäpallo, “pesis” is the Finnish National Game.

Porvoon Pesäkarhut has a team for men in the regional league. There is a team for women in the Ladypesis league. With two mixed teams, we play “hobby-pesis” in the Helsinki recreational league.

Practices are organised for juniors even though there are no competitive junior teams at the moment.

Porvoon Kamerakerho ry (Porvoo Camera Club) organize various activities for both beginner and experienced photographers in the form of club evenings (lectures and training), excursions, competitions, and exhibitions.

Pilates Atelje’s class offerings focus on the most traditional body control disciplines, with the main focus on Pilates equipment classes, but we adapt our offerings according to demand. Our offerings include group classes, courses, and separately ordered events, as well as separately arranged private classes according to schedules

Come and play badminton in BCB, which is the only team dedicated to badminton in Porvoo.

You can be into badminton in BCB in several levels: just play for fun, train in our groups, participate in tournaments, or even challenge Finnish Championship level players. We have organized every year over 40 years time hobby tournament in Porvoo.

We organize badminton courses from the basic to advanced level technique. Badminton is well suited for companies, e.g. for TYKY-day program.

BCB is abbreviation of club’s official name Badminton Club Backhand. Club was founded 1977.

PSS (Porvoo Floorball Club) offers floorball at both recreational and competitive levels. We have groups ranging from family floorball to adult leagues. Come and play with us!

The hall has shifts for skateboarders, scooters and BMX bikers. On weekends, there is also a slower shift for families to come and visit the hall. The skatepark is divided into two areas. There is a street park-style area with curved elements and different skate shapes, and another space with a concrete pool area. The skatepark is run by the Asfaltti-ihottuma ry, a group of volunteers.

The swimming hall offers modern facilities for recreational, fitness, and competitive swimmers. The hall organizes swimming schools for children and adults, as well as various exercise groups in the water and in the gym.

Welcome to explore the wonderful world of puppet theater! In the groups, we will learn how to handle puppets, also known as puppeteering, and how the puppets are created. There are many different types of puppets used in puppet theater. We will create our own stories and prepare performances, while we ourselves act as support and safety for the puppets. PS. Puppet theater is not just for children!

Roller derby is a team sport played on roller skates, and it’s full of speed! The sport has its roots in the 1930s, and over the years, it has evolved from an exhibition sport into a versatile and thrilling athletic activity. Porvoo Roller Derby ry was founded in 2012, and everyone is welcome to join regardless of gender identity. It is a full-contact sport, which is why the club has set a minimum age limit of 16 years for participants. In addition to players, we also have referees and non-skating officials in our ranks.
We organize open skate sessions a couple of times a year, but you can also try it out at other times by contacting us (e-mail, Facebook and Instagram). You don’t need any prior skills – we will teach you everything. Our important values are equality and openness, so you can come just as you are. See you on wheels!

Old Town Shamrocks offers year-round rugby activities for all ages! The club organizes training sessions for the youngest juniors (girls and boys) free of charge, and from the age of 15, players can join the men’s team training sessions.

Rugby is one of the most affordable team sports. Adults also have the opportunity to join the national championship team’s training sessions without prior experience in the sport – welcome to give it a try!

Borgå Segelsällskap (BSS) invites everyone interested in sailing and boating to join the club activities. For children, we organize basic sailing lessons at summer camps and junior training in several boat classes. For adults, we offer both competitive sailing activities and opportunities to learn to sail without owning a boat. For boat owners, the club provides inspection services and excellent harbor facilities.

Porvoon Polunlöytäjät

In Scouting, we spend a lot of time in nature, go on hikes, and take part in camps. Sometimes we pause by the campfire to roast marshmallows and sing scout songs. Scouting offers a safe environment to try new things. How do you read a map? How do you cook a meal outdoors? And how can you help an injured friend? We celebrate successes together, and later we can laugh as a group at the mishaps along the way.

Children can join a scout group when they turn 7. Cubs are usually around 7–9 years old, Adventurers 10–12, Trackers 12–15, Explorers 15–17, and Rovers 18–22. But scouting doesn’t have to end at age 23—you can also start Scouting as an adult!

Sea Scout Porvoo Pooki Association is a sea scout troop based in Porvoo. We carry out our scouting programme on land and at sea.

Under-school children and young people are involved in scouting with a guardian in a family scout group, school-age children and young people in a group of their own age every week, and students work both in their own groups and as group leaders for the younger ones. Adults are facilitators of scouting by acting as leaders of the youngest groups and as scout leaders.

We organise our own excursions, camps, sailing trips and events. We also take part in regional, national and international scouting events.

The Sea Scout Organization Fribytarna r.f. is a sea scout troop operating in Borgå since 1934. We offer scouting for children and young people aged 7–25 according to the national scout program. Older individuals are also warmly welcome to participate and contribute to the activities – both on land and at sea. The troop has about 90 active members.

Scouting is a meaningful leisure activity where children and young people can experience community, adventure, and nature. Through excursions, camps, and practical exercises, participants develop both as individuals and in groups. The activities are adapted to age and experience and are open to everyone.

All age groups have a weekly meeting held at the troop’s premises in central Borgå. We also organize camps, outings, hikes, and treks – often at our excursion cabin in Stensböle.

Scouting is an accessible hobby where you don’t need much personal equipment to start. We have a loan bank with items such as sleeping bags and backpacks.

We actively work to make the activities safe, welcoming, and accessible – regardless of background, language, functional variation, or economy. The activities are conducted in Swedish. Financial support and adjustments are offered, and our leaders are trained in inclusive and safe practices.

The senior culture program for 2025 by the cultural services of the City of Porvoo has been published! There will be refreshing experiences and high-quality performances in both Finnish and Swedish. Many events are suitable for all language groups. We will have guests from elsewhere and enjoy the expertise of local artists. Welcome to enjoy culture and togetherness!*

Borgå Skyttar Porvoon Ampujat organizes guided air rifle shooting at Kokonhalli during the winter season.. We will inform you of any changes on our website.

You can borrow various sports equipment from Porvoo’s main library with a library card. Available items include e.g. walking poles, frisbee golf sets, padel rackets, hula hoops, hobby horses, and compasses. The loan period for sports equipment is ten days, and they cannot be renewed or reserved in advance. The equipment is not sent to other libraries, and the selection can only be viewed at the main library.

Porvoon Mailapeliseura ry (PompS) is a Porvoo-based racquetball club that aims to provide equal access to low-threshold and low-cost mobility. Squash is a very versatile, sporty and health-promoting sport. It promotes motor skills, concentration and physical fitness. In fact, studies have shown it to be one of the best sports for total body and mind conditioning.

Squash is suitable for young and older players alike, regardless of their level. Training is available for both recreational and junior groups. For juniors, PompS is the only club in Eastern Uusimaa to offer squash coaching for the 2028 Olympic Games.

Atelier Eivor organizes supported art activities at the Art Factory in Porvoo. Small groups meet on a few days a week, during which they paint, draw, and make ceramics from 9 AM to 2 PM. The courses are open to all art enthusiasts over 16 years old who can manage without a personal assistant.

BS-PU (Borgå Simmare – Porvoon Uimarit) is a bilingual swimming club that offers swimming training for children, youth, and adults in Porvoo. Our goal is to promote the joy of swimming and improve swimming skills for people of all ages – from beginners to competitive swimmers.

Swimming is a versatile full-body workout that suits everyone, regardless of age or skill level. It enhances muscle strength, endurance, and flexibility without putting strain on the joints. Water provides resistance while also supporting the body, making swimming an ideal form of exercise for both growing children and adults.

In our children’s and youth swimming groups, learning, fun, and community come together. We offer different levels of groups, from beginners to competitive swimmers, ensuring that everyone finds their place. Swimming builds water confidence and self-esteem, and being part of a club brings new friendships and team spirit. Our activities also include para-swimming for children and youth.

Swimming isn’t just for kids – we also offer technique courses and fitness swimming groups for adults. Whether you want to swim more efficiently, refine your technique, or train with a specific goal in mind, we have a group for you!

Maraton organizes the opportunity to play table tennis for all ages, from hobbies to competitive sports. We have managed to keep the cost reasonable.

Our club practice shifts are at Kanteletalo in Kevätkumpu on Tuesdays and Thursdays. In addition, we have two tables available 24/7 in the centre of Porvoo. We have a good team spirit and help each other develop regardless of level.

All you need are indoor sportswear and indoor shoes. The rackets and balls can be borrowed from the club.

Porvoon Taekwondo provides high quality training for all ages.
The Korean martial art Taekwondo is the most practiced martial art around the world and it is suitable for everyone, whether you prefer a hobby for exercise or top level sport.
The dynamic, fast paced and challenging kyorugi (fighting) is an olympic sport.
Poomsae (patterns) and breaking are also competitive sports.
Taekwondotraining improves mobility, condition, coordination and concentration.

Welcome to the Porvoo Taiji Association Baolei He ry!

Taiji is a traditional Chinese martial art that combines soft and flowing movements to achieve balance between the mind and body. We have been maintaining vibrant taiji teaching and practice in Porvoo since 1990. We offer diverse courses where you can learn and practice the basics of taiji as well as more advanced techniques. The training continues year-round both indoors and outdoors in the beautiful parks of our city.
Why taiji? 🤔
• Stronger body: Taiji practice strengthens the core and leg muscles, improves muscle coordination, and supports the development of balance and concentration.
• Stress relief: Regular practice can help reduce stress and improve sleep quality. Taiji requires focus and a mindful presence in each movement. When you concentrate on the movements, the mind can let go of the daily hustle and stress.
• Community and support: Practicing in a group creates a sense of community and offers support for practitioners of all levels.

Join us and experience the benefits of taiji yourself!

Theater groups for special support invite everyone interested in expression and performance to join. Together with others, we have fun and explore the possibilities of expression. If we wish, we can create a performance during the activity period, even based on our own ideas!

The group takes into account the participants’ needs and progresses at their own pace. Of course, we don’t forget to enjoy the sense of togetherness and the spirit of creation!

Theatre as a Hobby – A Fun Way to Learn Creativity and Participation
Teaterskolan i Borgå offers high-quality, inspiring and progressive basic education in theatre arts for children and youth, following the extensive (laaja) syllabus in basic art education. Students explore the core skills of theatre through hands-on learning, experimentation and experience – with student agency at the heart of it all.

A Theatre Path from Early Years to Adulthood
Theatre studies can begin around the ages of 8–9, but students are welcome to join also at a later age. Studies can continue until the age of 20. Weekly classes are held in small groups, with age and prior experience taken into account.

Acting, Performing and Growing Together
Weekly sessions include exercises in acting, voice work, physical expression, storytelling and stage presence. The learning supports personal growth, self-awareness and creativity, while also developing teamwork and communication skills.

The Journey to the Stage
Throughout their studies, students participate in various performances – from plays to performance art and multidisciplinary productions. They experience the full artistic process: from uncertainty and effort to the rewarding moment when the curtain rises on opening night.

Our choir is a low-threshold place to try out your own voice and sing together. In the choir, we get to know our own voice and how to use it, sing movie melodies among other things, and of course, search for a common harmony. No previous experience in choir singing is needed, and everyone from school age to adults is welcome.

Tatteri Soittorasia organizes various themed intensive courses annually… Makeup, stage combat, acting in front of the camera, dance theater, directing, scriptwriting and written expression, children’s and youth theater, voice use and singing, physical acting, improvisation, costume design, sound and light design, and much more.

The courses are aimed at everyone interested in the subject, and you can participate even if you are not part of Teatteri Soittirasia Basic art education.

Theatre made by young people at its best. The name suggests experimentation and the search for and exploration of your own creativity. Come and join a great group of people with energy and a firework of creativity!
The classes are part of the general syllabus of basic theatre studies.

Young people aged 16–29.
Mondays from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the KoMbi Center.
(Teollisuustie 4)
Free of charge. No registration required.

Info: Outreach youth work
Niklas Helenius, 040 5960716

Porvoon Palstaviljelijät ry rents its members vegetable plots in three different areas, located near Linnamäki, Ratsumiehenaukio in Näsi and Niittypolku in Gammelbacka.
The plots are about 6-7m x 6-7m and can be used to grow herbs, flowers, berries, vegetables and vegetables for home use. You are welcome to join us on your own, with your family or with a group of friends!

Porvoo Art School provides basic education in visual arts according to the extensive syllabus for children and young people aged 1–19.

At the art school, students learn visual arts through drawing, painting, building, sculpting, as well as using video, photography, and animation. The focus is on developing visual skills and enjoying art. At the art school, the creative process is more important than the final result.

In addition to basic art education, the art school offers courses and workshops. We organize holiday courses and camps, custom workshops, and courses that are also open to adults. Furthermore, we arrange exhibitions and other open activities.

If you are interested in costume design, set design or prop making, welcome to join us as a Visualist. Visualists meet weekly to prepare their own showcase of costumes, props and props for performances. We will also learn about the tuning, maintenance and repair of clothing. Visualists also conjure up the theatre’s Halloween, Christmas and Easter decorations.
You can also make your own projects alongside the activities!

Welcome and play volleyball at Porvoo NMKY. Currently, there are junior teams of various ages. New enthusiasts are welcome to join at any time, contact us if you want to train and play volleyball.
More information on the website.

Come play volleyball!
All enthusiastic amateur volleyball players and fitness volleyball players are welcome to play in Porvoo’s Haku group! Volleyball is played in women’s, men’s and mixed divisions. Everyone’s skill level is taken into account among the players.

And/or Play floorball in Porvoo in a hobby group!
Floorball, or sähly, in the Haku hobby group is intended for all adults – young and old, regardless of age, gender or skill level.

The Porvoo Swedish Pensioners’ Association organises water gymnastics for its members at the Äppelbacken service centre on Mondays.

Sansu ry offers women a low-impact ice hockey hobby. Sansu plays the South Finland Women’s Amateur Series, but you can join in even just for training. Women of all ages play in Sansu, from the age of 15 upwards, which is the minimum age for the amateur series, until almost retirement age. Practices are once a week on Sundays, as are games. There are also games elsewhere in Uusimaa.

Try using the different equipment, participate in communal projects and learn new things! In the workshop there are the following equipment: vinyl cutter, heat press, pin maker, 3D printer, digitizing workstation, sewing machine, overlock machine, paper shredder and laminator. If you need guidance on how to use the equipment, please make an appointment by email at kirjastonpaja@porvoo.fi. Communal projects can also be implemented in the workshop. Various groups, such as school classes, associations, hobby clubs, housing companies and voluntary clubs are welcome to learn together. Read more about the services of the workshop on the library’s website (in Finnish).

Come wrestle – strength, speed and lots of fun!

Training is for all ages – join us now and start your wrestling adventure!

Do you want to learn awesome moves, build strength, and make new friends? Wrestling is an exciting and fun sport where you can challenge yourself and improve with every practice.

You’ll develop agility, balance, and skillful techniques -and foremost to play around safely on the mats! Come and give it a try, and discover your own strength in wrestling.

Yoga Porvoo offers a wide range of weekly yoga classes and yoga courses. Dynamic Ashtanga and flow yoga, restorative and calming yin, somatic and relaxing Sunday yoga, holistic kundalini and men’s own yoga class. In addition to weekly classes, there is also a changing selection of yoga courses.

MaliYoga – The yoga studio in Old Porvoo offers yoga for all ages: children, teenagers, and adults.

In our classes, you can pause, breathe, and strengthen your connection with yourself. Our selection includes yin yoga, Soundful Yin® yoga, creative yoga, gentle ashtanga, and themed classes such as meditation and Aroma yin yoga.

Yoga sessions are suitable for both beginners and those who have practiced for a long time – especially for you who seek gentle movement, peace, and recovery amidst everyday life.

Shakta yoga teaches relaxation and removes stress. A stressless and balanced entirety of mind and body builds itself and solves all problems almost automatically. The experiences of our customers show that you can achieve benefits very rapidly. At Shakta Joogakoulu we understand the traditional science behind yoga as well as the modern understanding of the human body.

At the moment we don’t offer yoga classes in English, but we give extra guidance for non-Finnish speaking participants of our classes. Shaktayoga doesn’t require any kind of previous experience. We encourage everyone to do yoga according to their own abilities and to maintain the enjoyment of the practice. As a first-timer you can sign-up for any one of our classes. We also offer private classes.

Youth centres are safe meeting places for young people, where various activities are organized, such as theme nights and events. Young people can make their own wishes and help plan and organize activities. Everyone from grade 3 up to the age of 29 is welcome at the youth centres. The youth centres are free of charge.