Sports and Art 15.-17.5.2026
What happens when the body is first allowed to move, the senses open, and the mind calm down – and only then does the hand grab the brush or pen?
Exercise & Art is a weekend course organized by Tanhuvaara Sports School, where movement and creativity combine into a natural experience. The weekend offers participants the opportunity to tune in on a body and mind level, observe the environment and transfer experiences into artistic expressionThe common thread of the course is observation through bodily awakening, which opens doors to creative work without performance pressure.
Moving around in nature and the sensations it offers play a central role – they serve as both a source of inspiration and a working space. The program includes sensual moments, body-awakening exercises and activities that interact with nature, after which we move on to painting, drawing and handling materials. Art work is based on our own observations and experiences: everyone works on their own expressive starting points, reflects on what they have done and shares their views with the group.
The course is designed to include: personal time for rest, digestion and the formation of thoughtsAt the end of the weekend, we will have a joint review of what we did and discuss our experiences and insights.
This theme weekend is suitable for anyone who wants to combines body movement and artistic expression in an inspiring natural environment, and allows time for presence, observation and creativity.
Preliminary weekend program
FRIDAY – Arrival & orientation
16:30–17:15 Lunch / dinner (arrival, accommodation)
17.15–18.00 Course opening
Welcome, orientation to the weekend's theme and program
Light physical awakening (5–10 min)
Short imagery exercise: “Nature and me”
18:00–19:30 Nature walk + nature photography
Walking, opening the senses and observing
Taking nature photos (themes: light, details, colors)
19:30–20:00 Debriefing and looking at pictures/writing down thoughts
Quiet evening, recovery
SATURDAY – Immersion and creative work
7.00:9.00–XNUMX:XNUMX Breakfast
9:00–10:30 MetsäFlow yoga-style exercise in nature (weather permitting)
Breathing, flowing movement, connection to the earth, body and space
10:30–11:15 Large ink works, after which the works are left to dry and free time until lunch
11.30:13.00–XNUMX:XNUMX Lunch
13:00–15:30 Painting nature scenes
Working from your own images and studying watercolor painting techniques
Working outdoors (weather permitting), or indoors
15:30–16:30 Break / rest / personal time
16.30:18.30–XNUMX:XNUMX Dinner
18:30–20:00 Fun drawing session, relaxed, non-performative drawing with different drawing tools
Continuing ink works
20:00–20:30 Integration and discussion of the day's experiences
Final relaxation
SUNDAY – Combining experiences & ending the weekend
7.00:9.00–XNUMX:XNUMX Breakfast
9:00–10:15 Light MetsäFlow / physical awakening, preparation for creative work
10.15–11.15 Art work using natural materials
The opportunity to continue to complete unfinished works.
11.30:13.00–XNUMX:XNUMX Lunch
13:00–13:45 Exercise & Art – conclusion of the theme weekend
Viewing the works and sharing a discussion, thanks to the participants!
Price 220 euros per person/double occupancy
Single room supplement €35 /night
Price includes
- accommodation
- full board meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- a diverse course program, guidance, and materials
- use of the gym and spa during public hours
You will receive an information letter and program approximately 2-3 weeks before the start of the course.
The weekend's director is Pauliina Härkönen.
Pauliina Härkönen is a multidisciplinary art and sports professional whose work combines presence, creative expression and people-oriented guidance.
He is educated. Visual Artist (BA) ja art and physical education teacher, and has extensive experience teaching art subjects to learners of all ages – from early childhood education to seniors and special groups. Pedagogical work emphasizes a safe atmosphere, process-based learning and individual encounters.
Sports training, such as fitness advisor and personal trainer qualifications, nature exercise guidance and recovery specialist training, bring a strong physical and holistic perspective to coaching. Since 2021, Pauliina has also worked as a personal trainer.
In this course, Pauliina's strength is natural combination of art and exercise: the body prepares the mind, nature opens the senses, and creative work can arise in peace – in each person's own way.
Join us for a weekend where your body can move, your hands can create, and your mind can breathe. Exercise & Art is an invitation to stop – and discover something new about yourself!
The course is a liberal arts education program, which is regulated by the Liberal Arts Education Act (632/1998).
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(Price may vary depending on accommodation)
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