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Physical activity for children: the best ways to keep children active

Why is physical activity for children important?

For a child's development, physical activity is as important as a healthy diet. It strengthens bones, develops muscles and improves coordination. But more than that, physical activity supports a child's social skills and self-esteem, providing moments of joy and success. The article " Physical activity for children: an important part of a healthy lifestyle " highlights how a physical lifestyle is best instilled from an early age.

Exercise does not have to be performance-oriented, but playfulness and fun are key. When a child finds exercise fun, it becomes a way of life rather than a compulsory evil. This is one of the reasons why indoor play parks, providing a safe and weatherproof environment for physical activity, have risen in popularity.

Creative play and physical adventures

Play parks are like children's imaginary worlds, where every corner hides a new adventure. Climbing structures, slides and marble walls are just a few examples of activities that challenge your child's motor skills and creativity.

Especially on rainy or cold days, indoor playgrounds are invaluable places to release energy in a safe and warm environment. Through play, children learn new skills such as interacting with other children and recognising their own limits. Things to do for your child: ideas for active leisure time offers tips on how parents can support their children's active lifestyle.

Motor skills develop through play

Festivities that move

Birthdays and other celebrations are the highlight of the year for children. What better way to celebrate than to combine fun and exercise? Birthday treats with ice-cream cake and a guided programme: an unforgettable adventure in a theme room shows how theme rooms offer a unique environment for celebrations where imagination and movement meet.

It's easy and hassle-free to organise a party in an indoor play park. Parents can concentrate on enjoying their children's fun and moments together, while the children get to experience new kinds of games and adventures. Such experiences are memorable and contribute to a positive attitude towards physical activity.

The importance of physical activity in a child's everyday life

Everyday life can be busy, and sometimes it can be challenging to find time to exercise together. Indoor play parks offer a solution to this, as they are designed specifically for children. They allow children to experience the joy of exercise whatever the weather, and provide a space where they can release their energy and develop their skills. Things to do for children: ideas for active leisure activities provide tips on how to find time to be together and exercise, even in the midst of everyday life.

Exercise does not always have to be planned or guided. Free play and self-exploration are equally important. Indoor play parks provide a safe environment where children can test their limits and learn new things at their own pace. This helps children to develop independence and confidence in their own abilities.

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Arrival instructions

  1. Drive to Fredikanterassi 1, 00520 Helsinki
  2. Park on floor P4.
  3. If you are on the second floor, take the lift to floor P4
  4. Find the pink area (the columns) and look for the glass door that says DOWN UNDER.
  5. Enter through the glass doors, turn immediately left. Walk to the end of the corridor and through the door.
  6. You are now on the P4 floor on the top deck. You can access the park either by the lift on the right or by the Hoplop door down the stairs.
  7. Welcome!

Option 1: Follow the yellow DOWN UNDER signs hanging from the ceiling, which will lead you to your destination. Note that not all lifts stop on all floors. Maps in the mall will help you find the lifts and the route.

Option 2: On arrival at Tripla from the train station, there is an information desk on floor 4 where you can ask for advice. 

Option 3: Take the lifts in the shopping centre to floor P4 (parking garage). Follow the yellow DOWN UNDER signs and the signs on the ceiling until you see the HOPLOP signs. Follow the signs to the park. This is a completely FREE option for entering the park.

Option 4: MINITRIPLA is located on the second floor of the shopping centre. From there, a DOWN UNDER signposted route runs along the corridor to the lifts that take you directly to the park (the lifts are timed, and only go to floor P6 when the park is open). 

Option 1: Follow the yellow DOWN UNDER signs hanging from the ceiling, which will lead you to your destination. Note that not all lifts stop on all floors. Maps in the mall will help you find the lifts and the route.

Option 2: On arrival at Tripla from the train station, there is an information desk on floor 4 where you can ask for advice. 

Option 3: Take the lifts in the shopping centre to floor P4 (parking garage). Follow the yellow DOWN UNDER signs and the signs on the ceiling until you see the HOPLOP signs. Follow the signs to the park. This is a completely FREE option for entering the park.

Option 4: MINITRIPLA is located on the second floor of the shopping centre. From there, a DOWN UNDER signposted route runs along the corridor to the lifts that take you directly to the park (the lifts are timed, and only go to floor P6 when the park is open). 

 

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Gift for a hero: your very own Monthly pass!

When you book a birthday party between 16.4.-26.5.2024, you will receive a monthly pass as a gift for your hero. The pass can be collected from the park on the day of the celebration, which is also the start of the month's play time. Pass The pass is linked to the Family account of the reserver.

Yes, Pass is personal and is marked for the birthday hero.

With a Pass you can have as many adventures as you like during the period of validity of your pass. It is advisable to book your playtime well in advance. One playtime per day. The pass cannot be used to pay for birthdays, outings or group events.

Pass is valid in all Leo's and HopLop parks in Finland. If you wish to use the pass in Leo´s Playgrounds in other countries, please contact Customer Service at hello@leosleikkimaa.fi or info@hoplop.fi

With a Pass you can have as many adventures as you like during the period of validity of your pass. It is advisable to book your playtime well in advance. One playtime per day. The pass cannot be used to pay for birthdays, outings or group events.

We recommend making a playtime booking. Remember to log in to your Family account to use your pass.
Book your playtime in advance via the appointment form. Finalise your booking by clicking on the "Use passport" button.
 
Arrive at the park and show your reservation to the cashier, and your pass from your Leo's & HopLop Family account. Pass must be shown directly from your account, a screenshot of your pass is not sufficient. Other children and adults included in the reservation are eligible for a discounted online admission price.
Leo's and HopLop have the right to revoke Pass if the user repeatedly behaves in a disruptive manner or does not comply with the park's rules of operation or if the pass is misused. 
 
Customer service will help you at hello@leoshoplop.fi