There are numerous tennis courts in the city and anyone at all can reserve time at some of them. The Finnish national game is pes pallo, which was developed from American baseball, and in summer you can see it being played in Kaisaniemi Park right beside the Railway Station. Golf, riding, sailing Riding schools in Tuomarinkyl and Ruskeasuo offer courses for both beginners and those who have already acquired equestrian skills. For children there are safe activities like pony riding. Golf enthusiasts have a choice of several links in Helsinki and the neighbouring cities of Espoo and Vantaa.
Swimmers have a large choice of beaches and both indoor and outdoor pools.
The Serena Water Park offers a variety of splashy adventures and is part of a complex that also includes a slalom centre. The marinas along the Helsinki coastline have over 9,000 boat berths, most of which are leased to boat clubs. Many boaters also avail themselves of the good fishing in the Baltic. Dancing is an enjoyable combination of fun and exercise.