Swimming hall etiquette

Come enjoy yourself in Yrjönkatu Swimming Hall! To make everyone feel comfortable and safe, we kindly ask that you familiarise yourself with the rules of conduct of the swimming hall. Together we can make sure that Yrjönkatu Swimming Hall is a pleasant place for everyone.

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Swimwear instructions and washing

Swimwear instructions

In Yrjönkatu Swimming Hall, swimming is allowed in a swimsuit or completely naked. Allowable swimwear includes trunks, swim shorts, swimsuits, bikinis and burkinis. 

Swimming in underwear is prohibited, as is wearing underwear under swimwear. Burkinis must not feature long ribbons or a long hem, which could get caught in the pool filters and cause a hazard.

Swimwear instructions for City of Helsinki swimming halls and outdoor pools(Link leads to external service)

Washing

Before entering the pool and the sauna, you must wash yourself without your swimsuit on. When washing, you must wet your hair thoroughly or wear a swim cap, and if you have long hair, you must keep it tied when swimming.  

You are not allowed to shave body hair, dye or cut your hair, do manicures or pedicures or engage in similar activities at our facilities.

Photography prohibition and rules and regulations

Photography is prohibited in Yrjönkatu Swimming Hall.  

For the comfort of everyone, the rules and regulations for the City of Helsinki’s swimming halls and pools are adhered to in Yrjönkatu Swimming Hall. With these basic rules, we can create the most enjoyable exercise experience possible for everyone.

Rules and regulations for City of Helsinki swimming halls(Link leads to external service)

Yrjönkatu swimming hall’s principles of safer space

These principles have been drawn up together with the customers to ensure that everyone will feel good, welcome, and safe when visiting Yrjönkatu swimming hall.

Respect for others

Treat others as you would like others to treat you. Focus on your own actions and give others a chance to also have a good experience in the swimming hall.

Bodily integrity

Respect the bodily integrity of everyone, both in your words and in your actions. Sexual conduct and harassment are prohibited in the swimming hall.

Non-discrimination

Respect the diversity of other people. Discriminatory or racist talk and actions are prohibited. Everyone is equally entitled to enjoy visiting the swimming hall.

Intervention

Behave in a civil, respectful manner and expect others to do so. If necessary, intervene and inform the staff if you witness discrimination, harassment, or other improper behaviour.