Nallisport – A Versatile Sports Center in Oulu’s Nallikari Area

Nallisport is a versatile indoor sports centre in Oulu, right next to the beautiful Nallikari area. It offers high quality facilities and equipment for a range of racquet and ball sports, for beginners and experienced players alike, so you can play on your own, with a friend or with a whole group under one roof. Beside Nallikari’s seaside setting, it is also a great choice for a rainy or winter day when you want to move indoors.

Location and getting here

Nallisport is easy to reach in the Nallikari area of Oulu, at Vellamontie, Oulu . You can get there conveniently by bike, on foot or by public transport, and bus number 15 stops right beside the centre. There is plenty of parking too, so arriving by car is effortless.

Available Sports

Tennis in Oulu

Nallisport has six indoor tennis courts and five outdoor courts. Indoor courts 1 to 4 are in the main building and courts 5 to 6 in the tennis and padel hall completed in 2021. All indoor courts have a Novacrylic surface and the Zenniz smart system, which provides real time data on your game. The outdoor courts are Canada Tenn grass composite courts, and court number 3 is floodlit. You can find more and book on the tennis page.

Padel in Oulu

Nallisport has four indoor padel courts and two outdoor courts. Indoor court 1 is in the main building next to the private sauna, and courts 2 to 4 are in the hall completed in 2021. Every court has the official World Padel Tour surface, Mondo Supercourt XN, and a ball machine is available on indoor courts 2 to 4. Padel is one of the fastest growing sports in Finland and is easy to pick up even as a first timer. Book your court on the padel page.

Squash and Squash 57 in Oulu

Nallisport has five squash courts, each with a glass back wall. Alongside traditional squash there is Squash 57, an easier version played with a larger ball and a shorter racquet, which makes it great for beginners and the whole family. The courts are in the main building. You can find more on the squash page.

Badminton in Oulu

The centre has eight badminton courts marked for doubles. Courts 1 to 4 are in the main building behind the tennis courts, and courts 5 to 8 behind the squash courts. There is also a racquet stringing service and coaching available, so you can start playing and keep improving in the same place. Find the courts and details on the badminton page.

Floorball and futsal in Oulu

Nallisport has two full size 40 x 20 metre courts suitable for both floorball and futsal. The courts are in the hall completed in 2009, which also has its own changing rooms, showers and saunas. The playing surface is Taraflex, a popular choice for team sports, and the courts are ideal for a game with friends or a workplace group.

Table tennis

The centre has two table tennis tables, perfect for both relaxed rallies and competitive matches. Bats and balls are available on site, so all you need to bring is a good playing spirit. Find more on the table tennis page.

Gym and Oulu PT Studio

Nallisport’s 70 square metre gym is on the second floor of the main building and equipped with Precor machines, which suit racquet sports players especially well. The gym is home to Oulu PT Studio, which offers individual personal training and small group sessions, so you can combine strength work naturally with a racquet game or another sport. Find more on the gym page.

Frequently asked questions

What sports can I play at Nallisport in Oulu?
Tennis, padel, squash and Squash 57, badminton, floorball, futsal and table tennis, plus a gym. There is something for both racquet sports and team sports fans under one roof.

How do I book a court?
Courts are booked through the Nallisport website, where you can also see current prices and available times.

Can I rent equipment or get coaching?
Yes. Badminton offers a racquet stringing service and coaching, Oulu PT Studio provides personal training, and table tennis equipment is available on site.

Is Nallisport suitable for beginners?
Very much so. The facilities and sports serve both beginners and experienced players, and options like Squash 57 and padel are easy to start with.

Are there changing rooms, showers and a sauna?
Yes. The floorball and futsal hall, for example, has its own changing rooms, showers and saunas.

How do I get there, and is there parking?
Nallisport is in the Nallikari area of Oulu with good connections. Bus number 15 stops right beside the centre, there is plenty of parking, and you can also arrive easily by bike or on foot.

One area, everything close by

Nallisport is part of the wider Nallikari area, so it is easy to build a whole day around your game by the sea in Oulu. Afterwards you can enjoy a meal or coffee nearby at Ravintola Nallikari or Bistoria Patio, and ease your muscles with treatments at Osfysio. You can stay close by at Nallikari Aalto, the Poiju villas, the holiday cottages or the camping area. More to do all year round is waiting with the guided tours and equipment rental of Nallikari Safaris, along with the beach and outdoor trails in summer. Indoors with a racquet or out by the sea, you will find it all in one area in Oulu.