Guide
Figure skating for kids in Vantaa 2026
Updated August 2026
There are 3 figure skating clubs for children in Vantaa, including Etelä-Vantaan Taitoluistelijat Ry, Tikkurilan Taitoluisteluklubi and Tommi Piiroinen. Most welcome children from around age 3 up to 18, grouped by age and level — compare ages, prices and locations below.
About figure skating for children
Figure skating combines athleticism and artistry, teaching children to glide, spin and jump on ice with balance, grace and courage. Most start at a skating school, first learning simply to stand, move and fall safely, before progressing to edges, turns and their first jumps and spins. Alongside technique, skaters develop musicality, posture and performance confidence, often working towards tests or small displays. Finland has a particularly strong tradition in synchronised skating, a team form that many children go on to love. It is a demanding but rewarding winter hobby that builds discipline, resilience and genuine physical control.
What to look for
Children usually begin at a skating school, grouped by age and skill, before joining figure-skating or synchronised-skating groups as they improve. Training runs through the ice season and often year-round for keener skaters. No experience is needed to start, and skates can often be hired or borrowed at first; beginners should wear warm, flexible clothing and gloves, with a helmet common for the youngest. Check whether the club offers a beginners' skating school and how groups progress by level.
Where in Vantaa
Figure skating clubs in Vantaa are spread across several areas, including Tikkurila, Jokiniemi and Korso. Use the map on the list below to find the location nearest you.
Figure skating clubs in Vantaa
- Etelä-Vantaan Taitoluistelijat RyTikkurila · ages 3–18
- Tikkurilan TaitoluisteluklubiJokiniemi · ages 3–18
- Tommi PiiroinenKorso
See all figure skating clubs in Vantaa on the map →
Figure skating across Finland →
Figure skating in other cities: Helsinki
Frequently asked questions
How much do figure skating clubs cost in Vantaa?
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A beginners' skating school is fairly affordable at roughly €100-200 per season, but competitive figure skating gets expensive as ice time and coaching add up, often €150-300 or more a month at higher levels. Exact prices are listed on each club's page.
From what age can children take up figure skating?
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Children can join a skating school from about four to six, once they can follow a group. They then progress into figure-skating or synchronised-skating groups arranged by age and skill level.
Which figure skating clubs are there in Vantaa?
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KivaHobby lists 3 active figure skating clubs in Vantaa, including Etelä-Vantaan Taitoluistelijat Ry, Tikkurilan Taitoluisteluklubi and Tommi Piiroinen. See the full list above with age ranges and locations, then contact the club directly to enrol.
Do we need to buy skates to start?
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Not at first — many skating schools hire out or lend figure skates for beginners, so children can try the hobby before you invest. Warm, flexible clothing, gloves and often a helmet for the youngest are enough to start; families buy properly fitted skates once a child continues.