Liikuntatunti

Liikuntatunti refers to a physical education lesson provided in Finnish schools as part of the national curriculum. It is taught by trained physical education teachers and aims to develop physical literacy, promote health, and foster positive attitudes to movement.

A typical liikuntatunti includes warm-up exercises, development of fundamental motor skills, practice of games or sports, physical fitness activities, and a cool-down. Activities take place in gymnasiums, sports fields, or other appropriate spaces and use equipment such as balls, mats, hoops, and gym apparatus. The content is designed to be age-appropriate and may be adapted for students with disabilities to ensure participation and safety.

The subject is taught from early years through comprehensive school and often continues into upper secondary. It is scheduled as part of the weekly timetable, with goals set in the national curriculum.

Teachers assess participation, effort, skill development and safety awareness, and provide feedback. Safety guidelines emphasize safe use of equipment and risk assessment, with an emphasis on inclusive participation and fair play.

Physical education is mandated by the Finnish national core curriculum, overseen by the Finnish National Agency for Education (Opetushallitus). The aim is to promote lifelong physical activity, physical health, well-being, and social skills.