Group Exercise Gets a New Classification System
Starting from 24 August, SportUni will introduce a new classification system for group exercise classes. Classes will be divided into four colour-coded categories based on their type. In addition, each class description will include information about the choreography level and physical intensity of the class. The aim of the new classification system is to make the timetable view clearer and help participants find suitable classes more easily.
Class Categories
Dance
(Light Pink) = Dance-based classes
Power&Energy
(Purple) = Comprehensive cardio and strength classes
Spinning
(Green) = Indoor cycling classes
Wellness
(Yellow) = Body & Mind classes
Each class description will also indicate the choreography level (0-3) and physical intensity (*-***).
Choreography Level
0 = No choreography
1 = Easy
2 = Intermediate
3 = Challenging
Physical Intensity
* = Low
** = Moderate
*** = High
Something for Everyone
This autumn’s new classes include Start, TuniRox, and PowerPilates.
The Start class (Atalpa, Thursdays at 4:15 PM) offers a safe, relaxed, and pressure-free introduction to group exercise. The class is designed for first-time participants and anyone looking to build confidence in attending group exercise classes. With clear and practical guidance, you will learn what happens during a typical class and how classes progress. You will also become familiar with common equipment and movements used in group exercise. No previous experience or special fitness level is required. Just come as you are.
TuniRox (Atalpa, Thursdays at 5:15 PM) is an effective and versatile class that combines endurance training with functional strength training. The class is inspired by elements of HYROX training but has been adapted to suit SportUni’s group exercise offering. Come and give this exciting new class a try!
PowerPilates (Kauppi, Wednesdays at 8:00 AM, also available via LiveStream) features dynamic and effective exercises from the classical Pilates repertoire. In addition to bodyweight exercises, classes utilise small equipment such as light dumbbells, exercise balls, and resistance bands.
Alongside these new classes, all familiar SportUni favourites will continue this autumn. Popular dance classes and spinning classes, for example, are widely available throughout the week.
Come and Give It a Try
Explore the autumn group exercise programme in the Selection Calendar and join us. Some classes at the Kauppi Sports Centre are livestreamed. Classes marked with LS can alternatively be attended remotely via Zoom. Registration for all group exercise classes (excluding remote participation in LS classes) takes place through the Selection Calendar.
Classes are held in the group exercise rooms of SportUni sports centres unless otherwise stated. All necessary equipment is provided on site. All group exercise classes start according to the published schedule and finish five minutes before the scheduled end time to allow participants to move smoothly to the next class. Please make sure to arrive on time! We also recommend familiarising yourself with our registration policies and group exercise etiquette before attending.
You can participate in group exercise classes without restrictions by paying the SportUni sports fee. Single-visit payments are also available.
If you would like to try different classes free of charge, you can do so during our Open House Weeks from 24 August to 6 September by presenting a valid student card, student certificate, or staff card at the reception. Outside the Open House Weeks, you can also try group exercise classes using the trial coupons included in the printed TREY Academic Year Calendar or the TAMKO Tursaspassi.
And there’s no need to wait until autumn. Our summer group exercise classes continue until Sunday, 23 August. Whether you’re a newcomer or a long-time participant, you’re warmly welcome!
Registration Policies
- Registration is required for all group exercise classes (excluding remote participation in LS classes) through the Selection Calendar.
- Registration is class-specific and opens at 7:00 AM on the day before the class.
- You may register until the class begins.
- You can register for as many classes as you wish during the day or week.
- Your registrations are visible on SportUni’s My Page, where cancellations are also managed.
- Cancellations must be made no later than two hours before the class starts.
- Failure to cancel an unused reservation will result in a 14-day booking restriction.
- The restriction can be removed before the 14-day period ends by paying a 5 € reactivation fee at a SportUni customer service desk.
- If a class is fully booked, you can join the waiting list.
- Each class has 20 waiting-list places.
- If a place becomes available, you will receive an email notification no later than two hours before the class starts.
- Waiting-list registrations must also be cancelled at least two hours before the class begins if you are unable to attend.
Group Exercise Etiquette
- Please arrive to class on time – arriving late is not possible
- Please only wear indoor shoes in group exercise
- Kindly leave your phone and conversations outside the group exercise room
- Kindly put the equipment back in its proper place after use
- Please avoid using perfumes, so that even people who are hypersensitive to perfumes have the opportunity to participate in group exercise