Novapolis Afternoon Club

Wed, Jan 29 – Sound Bowl Relaxation

Hyvä Energia / Kuopio Yoga Studio at 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Kauppakeskus Minna 3th floor, Haapaniemenkatu 18, 70100 Kuopio

Sound bowl relaxation is a form of deep relaxation where the vibrations produced by sound bowls help release stress, alleviate muscle tension, and ease various types of pain.

Relaxation positively affects the central nervous system, balances breathing and blood pressure, and reduces the body’s stress levels.

What makes sound bowl relaxation effective?

The effectiveness of sound bowl relaxation is based on the principle of resonance, or sympathetic vibration. The sound waves and vibrations from the bowls penetrate deeply into the tissues, even down to the cellular level, providing profound relaxation for both body and mind.

Since the human body is about 70% water, it is highly receptive to these vibrations.

Sound bowl relaxation is a form of relaxation suitable for almost everyone—and it’s something you must experience for yourself!

The session will take place if there is a minimum of 6 participants.

Price: €15 / person

Accepted payment methods: bank and credit cards, and exercise benefits.

Tue, Feb 25 – Basket Weaving

Taito Shop at 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Haapaniemenkatu 28, 70100 Kuopio

In the afternoon club’s basket weaving workshop, participants will create a rattan basket from which they can weave a traditional checkered twill weave basket.

Basket weaving is one of the oldest craft techniques. It originated from the need to store, transport, and carry goods and materials.

The skills and techniques of basket weaving are quite similar worldwide, with variations made according to local materials and needs.

The basket size is approximately 15×15 cm.

Rattan is a light-colored natural material, and weaving with it allows for the creation of various baskets and storage containers.

The session will take place if there are at least 8 participants.

Price: €30 / person (includes guidance and materials)

Accepted payment methods: bank cards, cash, and cultural benefits (ePassi, Smartum, Edenred, Virike, Eazybreak).

Wed, March 19 – Mug Course / Pottery Workshop

Studio PotPot at 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Kuninkaankatu 27, 70100 Kuopio

In the afternoon club’s mug course, you’ll get to literally put your hands in the clay!

Under the guidance of Studio PotPot, you will design and create a coffee or tea mug that fits your hand and reflects your personality.

As you work with the clay, you’ll find yourself relaxing and forgetting everything else. What does your favorite mug look like? Small and colorful, or perhaps large, but simple?

The joy of creativity awaits you at Studio PotPot! You’ll have 1.5 hours to create your mug.

The session will take place if there are at least 6 participants.

Price: €35 / person (includes workshop, clay, firing, clear glaze, and guidance)

Accepted payment methods: bank and credit cards.

Tue, Apr 15 – Paco’s Pizza Master Class

Sorrento Sfizeria at 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Kauppakatu 63, 70110 Kuopio

In the Pizza Master Class workshop, we will dive into the history of Neapolitan pizza, guided by Trattoria Sorrento’s Paco and his team.

You’ll learn what is required for a pizza to meet the standards of the AVPN certification.

In addition to the theory, we will also practice making authentic Neapolitan pizza, from handling the dough to baking—and of course, tasting it!

Duration: approximately 2.5 hours. The workshop will take place if there are at least 10 participants.

Price: €25 / person (Novapolis special price, regular price €69, includes theory, guidance, and ingredients)

Accepted payment methods: bank and credit cards.

Tue, May 13 – Outdoor Skills

Neulamäki Sports Field at 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Raiviopolku, 70150 Kuopio

In the Outdoor Skills workshop, participants will learn useful wilderness skills under the guidance of the Saariston Nuotta Scout Group.

We will meet at the Neulamäki sports field, from where we’ll head toward the Neulamäki forests.

The session will start with a 20-minute walk to the campfire site, where we’ll learn fire-starting techniques.

At the campfire, we’ll enjoy snacks and also practice tying various useful knots.

From the campfire, we’ll walk back to the sports field via a viewpoint, with an additional 45 minutes of walking.

The session will take place if there are at least 8 participants.

In case of bad weather, the backup date for the event is Wednesday, May 14th. Please come prepared with good shoes and weather-appropriate clothing for this workshop.

Price: €5 / person

Payment via MobilePay or exact cash.

Tue, Jun 3 – Wardrobe Styling by Piattacó

Piattacó at 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Kauppakatu 49, 70110 Kuopio

In the last Afternoon Club session of the spring/summer season, we’ll dive into the world of wardrobe styling, guided by the professionals from the local Piattacó clothing store.

What are the summer trend accessories in fashion? How do you combine different accessories and colors with various outfits? What should you consider in styling?

This is a great opportunity to get the best fashion tips from industry professionals and also explore Piattacó’s amazing collection of clothes and accessories!

The session lasts approximately 2 hours. The workshop will take place if there are at least 20 participants.

Price: Free of charge

Cancellation

If you are prevented from coming, please cancel your booking as soon as possible, so that we can get someone to take your place. You can also activate your coworkers if you are unable to attend.

If you become ill or have some other sudden challenges to handle, please contact tel. +358 40 707 2816 or tapahtumat@novapolis.fi