KIIPEILYAREENA SALMISAARI

Climbing with automatic “auto belay” devices is a fun and easy way to climb high climbing walls without any previous experience. The devices allow you to climb up to 12 metres. There are routes for climbers of all levels. On the new area at the first floor we have 14 auto belays. The weight limits on the auto belays range from 15 to 130 kg. At the group area there are 4 auto belays on routes designed for juniors. In addition to these, the auto belays located on the K1 floor in the old premises are still in use. We always guide first-timers in the use of the equipment. Climbing with auto belays is also a great option for those who want to practice rope climbing independently.

The highest climbing walls in Salmisaari reach up to 30 metres! For rope climbing, you need a partner who can belay you. Lead climbing brings many new dimensions to the climbing hobby, and we recommend anyone interested to take a rope climbing course, which will give you the skills you need. Read more under “Courses and coaching”. For rope climbing, you will need to have a belay card.

Bouldering means climbing on low walls. There are thick mattresses under the walls in case of a fall. Bouldering allows you to climb without a climbing partner, making it very easy to get started. All you need are climbing shoes, which you can also rent on site. As well as developing skills and body control, it also develops problem-solving abilities. You can start bouldering without any previous climbing experience. In Salmisaari, the bouldering area is located on the second floor – the age limit is 12 years. There is also a junior bouldering area for children, which may occasionally be used by club activities and closed to customers.

The gym also has a well-equipped gym for members only, which can only be accessed with a membership card. Whether you want to warm up, train, or supplement your climbing, the gym has a range of equipment to suit your needs. The members’ sauna and changing rooms are now located in the new facilities on the first floor. The members’ own unisex sauna area has a traditional sauna, a steam room, and a cold pool. The members’ sauna area is accessible from both the men’s and women’s changing rooms, so swimsuits must always be worn in the unisex sauna.

We also want to support our customers’ well-being, which is why our new premises on the first floor feature saunas available to all customers, both women and men. In addition, our members have access to their own unisex sauna area, which includes a traditional sauna, a steam room, and a cold pool. The members’ section is accessible from both the men’s and women’s changing rooms, so swimsuits must always be worn in the unisex sauna. For hygiene reasons, swimsuits must also be worn when using the cold pool. All saunas are heated every day. Saunas help relax muscles, improve blood circulation, increase flexibility, reduce stress, and aid recovery between workouts. Saunas in connection with climbing can improve your performance and well-being.

The members’ private sauna area also features a cold plunge pool, which may only be used while wearing a swimsuit.

In the gym lobby there is a shop where you can find equipment for climbing, such as climbing shoes and harnesses and small accessories. Members get up to -20% discount on products in the shop (excluding books and DVDs). Our knowledgeable staff will help you choose the products you need.

Salmisaari is the perfect place to organise a sporty recreation day for the work community. We have climbing walls and facilities for groups of different sizes, so you can organise a climbing experience for your work group or group of friends. To contact us, send email to info(at)kiipeilyareena.com