TANHUVAARA OUTDOORS
Outdoor sports guidance and program services, 30 hours
Tanhuvaara OUTDOORS – Experience stunning nature and practice wilderness skills with us!
Tanhuvaara OUTDOORS – nature exercise guidance and program service training is intended for those interested in guiding outdoor activities and hiking, and its scope is 30 ECTS (competence points).
Through training, you can increase your knowledge of outdoor sports guidance, hiking, and outdoor sports program services.
No previous experience in sports guidance or hiking is required. The training consists of four (3-day) short-term courses and lasts approximately 4-6 months. One short-term course is spent entirely hiking in the countryside.
Training content
The training consists of four (3-day) short-term courses and lasts approximately 4-6 months. One short-term course is spent entirely in the countryside hiking.
The training is one of the optional components of the Professional Degree in Physical Education and Coaching (Working in a Physical Education Program Service 30 ECTS credits), by completing which you will acquire professional competence in the field of physical education, which is useful in many fields.
After completing your education, you can apply to become a student, even for the entire degree.
Student experiences
Head trainer Toni Kotro
My name is Toni Kotro and I work as a physical education teacher in Tanhuvaara. My teaching includes, among other things, health exercise, exercise counseling, and outdoor exercise.
My experience with outdoor activities begins with my childhood and scouting days.
In my free time, I enjoy outdoor activities, especially climbing. I have experience in climbing, from bouldering to mountain climbing.
The best part about outdoor activities is finding new, interesting places to visit. Often, attention is drawn to large rocks or stones, as well as flowing rivers and streams.
A tip for those starting out on a hike is to make sure you dress appropriately for the weather and always have something good to eat (e.g. treats) with you :)”
-Toni
the next training starts in January 2027
preliminary dates for the near future 2027
8.-10.1.2027
5.-7.2.2027
7.-9.5.2027
4 -. 6.6.2027
Exact dates to be announced
in autumn 2026
Price
Degree fee 375€
It is possible to stay and eat at the college during the upcoming semesters at student prices.
Accommodation and meal prices (incl. VAT)
- 2-4 people (Townhouse) €39,50/night/person, incl. breakfast
- 1 bedroom (Townhouse) €74,50/night, incl. breakfast
Pet fee 10€/day (limited number of rooms)
Lunch / dinner: €8,90/meal
If you have any questions about the training, please contact:
Degree component responsible/teacher
Toni Kotro
+358 40 523 1150
toni.kotro@tanhuvaara.fi
Training manager
Arja Laine
+358 50 572 7348
arja.laine@tanhuvaara.fi
