Puokkari Youth Centre

Welcome to the Puokkari Youth Centre!

Puokkari’s Nuokkari, also known as the Puolivälinkangas youth center, is located across from Paulaharju school inside the Puolivälinkangas multipurpose building.

The youth centre is a place for children and young people to spend their free time, and you are always welcome here. Our activities are diverse, and we are happy to hear ideas from kids and teens about what they’d like to do.

The building has excellent facilities that offer opportunities for all kinds of activities. Every day, we have access to a gym, which allows for versatile exercise, teamwork, and games. In the lounge areas, you can play billiards. There is plenty of space and various supplies for board and card games, different types of arts and crafts, and even cooking. The living room features a PS5 and a Switch 2, along with a comprehensive selection of games. If you feel like doing nothing at all, you can just hang out and spend time in a safe environment.

We organize various events, theme days, competitions, and quizzes, so it’s worth stopping by—or at least checking out our social media channels to see what’s happening.

The best thing about our youth centre is that you’ll always find someone to talk to—so you can come alone or with friends. There’s no need to register, and all activities are completely free.

You are warmly welcome. Remember, we’re here just for you.

  • The youth center has rules to ensure a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere for everyone. These rules also increase safety and guarantee an environment where it’s enjoyable to spend time.

    Let’s respect our youth center by taking care of the space, the equipment, and of course, each other.

    The rules were created together with children and young people through discussion.

    Our premises also follow the principles of a safer space.

    Everyday Guidelines

    • At our youth center, no one is bullied, excluded, or insulted.
    • Speak respectfully—no swearing, and don’t use racist or hurtful names.
    • Clean up your own mess.
    • Return borrowed items in the same condition you received them.
    • Be considerate of others.
    • Energy drinks are prohibited!

    Alcohol and Tobacco Products

    • The use, handling, or possession of any tobacco or nicotine products is prohibited at our youth center.
    • The use, handling, or possession of alcohol is also prohibited.
    • If the instructors notice a young person with alcohol, tobacco, or nicotine products, the matter will be reported to, for example, a guardian.

    Age Limits

    The youth center has separate sessions for grades 1–6 and for ages 13–17. Parents will be informed of the schedules separately.

     

     

  •  Our premises also follow the principles of a safer space:

    • Everyone is valuable just as they are.
    • Bullying or discrimination is not accepted.
    • We meet each other without prejudice.
    • Everyone has the right to personal space and bodily integrity.
    • Listen to others.
    • If you notice bullying, discrimination, or similar behavior, report it immediately to youth worker.
    • Remember, our youth center is a safe place.
    • Our activities are completely neutral regarding religion, culture, and gender.

Contact

Puokkari Youth Centre

Mielikintie 11, 90550 Oulu

Sanna Liimatta

coordinator

Youth workers

Petja

Lead Youth Worker

Oskari

Club leader

Tuomas

Club leader