It's easy to start playing basketball - Helsinki has plenty of places where you can practice. Individual basketball hoops and half or full basketball courts can be found across the city, for example, at sports parks, schoolyards and beaches. The training areas are available to city residents free of charge. Schoolyards are open to city residents when school is not in session.
More information about the courts and practice areas is available from the specific locations. Did you know that you can borrow sports equipment from libraries? Check availability using the link below.
Borrow sports equipment from libraries
You can borrow sports equipment such as balls, bats, walking poles and ice skates from many libraries.
How the process works
You can borrow sports equipment such as balls, bats, walking poles and ice skates from many libraries. Check the availability of equipment on the online service for Helmet libraries. Head to the nearest library where the equipment is available!