Take part in a 1:1 private ice skating lesson in Helsinki and learn how to skate on natural ice from an experienced instructor!
Helsinki is the capital of Finland and a vibrant city located on the country's southern coast. It is situated along the Gulf of Finland, spread across a number of islands and peninsulas. The city is known for its unique maritime culture, charming towns, and stunning natural beauty!
This ice skating lesson in Helsinki begins at the starting point, where you'll meet the experienced and certified instructor. For this private lesson, you'll receive dedicated and personalised attention from the guide. It is suitable for any level, whether you're a complete beginner or you have previous experience in ice skating or skiing. The lesson will be adapted to your needs and abilities.
Upon arrival, you'll get fitted with the ice skating equipment, including skates, boots, ice claws, a whistle, ice poles, an ice-measuring device, a helmet, knee pads, a floating rucksack, and a throwing line (if you wish to use your own skates or boots, please inform the instructor in advance). Then, you'll walk to the best spot for ice skating in Helsinki. You'll skate on one of the stunning seascapes in Eastern Helsinki. Following the guide's instructions, you'll begin skating across the natural ice!
Throughout the ice skating lesson in Helsinki, you'll experience the peaceful Finnish nature and explore the beautiful winter wonderland. Midway through the ice skating excursion, you'll stop for a break in a scenic location. You can enjoy your own snacks and drinks while taking in the tranquil atmosphere and learning more about Finnish culture. Then, you'll skate back towards the starting point, where the ice skating adventure in Helsinki comes to an end.
Learn about Nordic skating on natural ice in a magical environment on this private ice skating lesson in Helsinki!
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Practical information
On this private 1:1 ice skating lesson, you will learn how to skate on natural ice from an experienced instructor.
- Arrive at the starting point in Helsinki
- Meet the instructor
- Receive the equipment (skates, boots, ice claws, whistle, ice poles, helmet, knee pads, floating backpack, and throw line)
- Fitting of the equipment (approximately 15 minutes)
- Safety briefing and instructions (approximately 10 minutes)
- Walk to the ice skating spot
- The ice skating lesson begins!
- Skate across the natural ice (approximately 30 minutes)
- Break with your own snacks (approximately 20 minutes)
- Skate back to the starting point in Helsinki (approximately 30 minutes)
- Return the equipment to the base (approximately 15 minutes)
For this activity, you can choose your preferred time. Please send an email with your requested time after booking.
Parking is available at the P-park of the Culture Centre Sofia.
- Certified instructor
- Ice skating equipment (skates, boots, ice claws, whistle, ice poles, throw line)
- Helmet and knee pads
- Backpack
- Warm layers of clothing
- Wind/rainproof jacket
- Windproof trousers
- Gloves
- Hat
- Snacks
- Drinks