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Paavo Nurmi Athletic Facility

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Finlandia University's recreational building is named after Paavo Nurmi, also known as the Flying Finn. Paavo Nurmi is considered the greatest long distance runner of all time. He competed in three Olympic games: Antwerp 1920, Paris 1924, and Amsterdam 1928, winning a total of 9 gold and 3 silver medals.

 




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Finlandia University’s PNAF opened on November 23, 1969 and provides an opportunity for athletes, students and community members to train in a heated pool, full-size gymnasium, and fitness center. Spacious men’s and women’s locker rooms feature saunas and showers. 

The PNAF is home for the Finlandia Lions. The gymnasium is host to the men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball teams.  The Paavo Nurmi Gymnasium has a total seating capacity of 800 for basketball.

The PNAF is also utilized for recreational classes, recreational activities, community programs and commencement.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Summer Hours (Starting June 1st)

                                     Monday Through Friday          7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

                                     Saturday                                    9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

                                     Sunday                                      1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Fall, Winter, & Spring Hours

                                     Monday Through Friday          6:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

                                     Saturday                                    2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

                                     Sunday                                      2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Facilities

Pool
The four-lane, twenty-five yard swimming pool is used for fitness and recreational swimming. The water temperature is maintained at 86 degrees Fahrenheit, which provides a comfortable atmosphere for instructional classes. Finlandia offers instructional classes in Red Cross swimming lessons levels I-VII, Aqua-Fit and Scuba Classes. An observation area allows easy viewing. Swimmers are required to wear bathing suits and take a hot, soapy shower. The pool is located on the first floor and isaccessible through the community locker rooms.

Fitness Swim:


                                       Monday - Friday                       7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

                                                                                          11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

                                                                                          4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.


Open Swim:


Friday's 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Sunday's 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.


Aqua-Fit


                                       Monday & Wednesday          6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

                                       Saturday                                   9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

 

Fitness Center
The fitness center has a wide range of equipment from free weights to strength machines. The weight room also includes cardiovascular machines such as stairclimbers, treadmills and stationary bikes.

Fitness Center Hours: (Summer hours same as above)

                                     Monday Through Friday          6:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

                                     Saturday                                    2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

                                     Sunday                                      2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Gymnasium
The gymnasium is the home to the Finlandia Lions basketball and volleyball teams. With the expansion of the Finlandia athletic department the gym is only open for Finlandia students and intercollegiate athletics. Physical Education classes are also held in the gymnasium.

 

Memberships
Memberships are available for adult community members. The membership includes use of the Fitness Center, Gym, Pool, Locker Room and Sauna. Children under the 18 are not permitted to use the Paavo Nurmi Center, unless accompained with an adult.

Daily
Adults
Seniors
Finlandia Students
$3.00
$2.00
Free w/ID

Monthly Memberships
Adults
Seniors
Finlandia Students
$25.00
$20.00
Free w/ID

10 Visit Pass (Includes one free visit and does not have an expiration date)
Adults
Seniors
Finlandia Students
$20.00
$15.00
Free w/ID

 

Annual Membership
Adults
Family of Two
Addl. Dependents
Finlandia Students
$210.00
$325.00
$75.00 ea
Free w/ID

Community Programs

Finlandia University offers recreational activities for all ages at the Paavo Nurmi Center. These instructional and recreational activities include Aqua-Fit, Swim Lessons and Scuba Classes offered at various times throughout the year.

Swim lessons

Currently there are no swim lessons for the Summer of 2008.  Swim lessons for the future to be announced at a later date.

Finlandia provides community swimming lessons for all ages and swimming abilities. Swim lessons include instruction from levels 1-7. These classes and instructors are sponsored and authorized by the American Red Cross.

Pre–registration is required for all swim lessons!

Call 487-7575 or e-mail chris.salani@finlandia.edu
to register or get on the notification e-mail list

 




• Aqua-Fit
(Aerobic water exercises for all ages that includes kicking, jumping and stretching which provides a great cardiovascular workout.)

Month
Days
Hours
Cost
Sept. thru June
Mon & Wed
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
$ 3.50/session

Facilities Rental

Pool
Finlandia University rents the pool to special groups and private parties. Included in $60 hr fee is a certified lifeguard and use of the pool supplies such as life jackets, diving rings, kickboards, floatation devices and much more. The pool is a four lane, 25 yard lap pool with the water temperature maintained at 86 degrees Fahrenheit.

Gymnasium
The Paavo Nurmi Gymnasium can also be rented for  $35 hr or $600 per day. Included in the per day fee is the option of using table, chairs and staging.

Classroom
Classroom is available for meeting and instruction for $25 hr

For more information and to reserve rental space please call 487-7575.

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