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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