Sports events in rural areas

Walking test, Monday 12/5/2025 at 10:00

Nilsiä’s Kankainen Field (Kirkonmäentie 3)

The walking tests offer the possibility to complete either a 2 km UKK walking test or a 1 km walking test. No advance registration required.

The walking tests are open to everyone and free of charge. Bring your own heart rate monitor if you have one.

Movement and Encounters, Monday 19/5/2025 at 10:00 – 11:30

Nilsiä Pharmacy (Nilsiäntie 63)

Welcome to meet the Sports Coordinator of Kuopio City’s Citizen Activities Services.

The event provides an opportunity to learn about local sports activities, ask for wellness tips, and find the perfect way for you to stay active.
Walking tests and functional ability assessments, Tuesday 13/5/2025 at 13:00-15:00

Juankoski Sports Field (Kisapolku 5)

The walking tests offer the possibility to complete a 2 km UKK walking test or a 1 km walking test. Additionally, there is an opportunity for functional ability assessments and casual, low-threshold games on the sports field. The event is free of charge and open to everyone.

Bring your own heart rate monitor if you have one.

The instructors are first-year physiotherapy students from Savonia University of Applied Sciences. The walking tests are conducted by the Sports Coordinator of Kuopio City.
Walking test, Thursday 15/5/2025 at 16:30

Maaninka Sports Field (Pallotie 1)

The walking tests offer the possibility to complete either a 2 km UKK walking test or a 1 km walking test. No advance registration required.

The walking tests are open to everyone and free of charge. Bring your own heart rate monitor if you have one.

Do you know your numbers? Thursday 5/6/2025 at 10.00-12.00

Maaninka S-market (Maaningantie 30)

Join us for a relaxed journey of self-discovery! We will perform grip strength measurements, balance tests, and chest mobility assessments.

At the same time, get to know the sports services provided by Kuopio City’s Citizen Activities Services and the rehabilitation services of the Northern Savonia Wellbeing Area.