Mimmi Free'kend Program
 

The event program is designed according to different skill levels (Mimmit 1–3). There are separate tracks for first-timers, those needing confidence in freeride skiing, and more experienced participants. Please review the skill requirements and program details carefully before registering, and choose the level that matches your abilities and experience. This ensures smooth and safe group progression during the weekend workshops.

We reserve the right to make changes.
Pyhä backcountry riding
Program alpine + snowboard

THURSDAY 5.3.2026

16:00–18:00 
SLOPE TOUR AND SKI SESSIONS FOR THOSE WHO HAVE ALREADY ARRIVED
Avalanche safety gear is not needed, as the group will stay on the slopes. Meeting point: in front of Mesta.

19:00 
WELCOME TO THE MOUNTAIN 
Meet and greet, go through the event program, and divide into groups. Location: Isokuru Hall, Conference Center, opposite Hotel Pyhätunturi.

FRIDAY 6.3.2026

9:45 
MORNING INFO & WARM-UP IN FRONT OF MESTA
Review the day’s snow and weather conditions. Participants are divided into workshop groups led by instructors. 

10:00–12:00 
FREERIDE WORKSHOPS
Departure from in front of Mesta. Each group follows its own workshop program. 

12:00–13:30 
LUNCH
Self-paid.

13:30–16:00 
FREERIDE WORKSHOPS
Departure from in front of Mesta. Each group follows its own workshop program. 

16:00–21:00 
SAUNA AT THE WARM HOTEL
Free for participants. Let the reception know you’re coming to the sauna. 

18:00–19:00 
AVALANCHE SAFETY LECTURE
Location: Isokuru Hall. 

20:30 
MOVIE NIGHT AT MESTA
Watch a freeride movie together, discuss, and celebrate the day on the slopes. Food and drinks are available for purchase at Mesta to enjoy during the movie. 

SATURDAY 7.3.2026

7:00 
SUNRISE TOUR
Optional; touring (rando) gear is required to participate. A limited number of rental sets will be available for participants. Registration for the sunrise tour will be sent later via the info newsletter. 

9:45 
MORNING INFO & WARM-UP IN FRONT OF MESTA
Group photo in front of Mesta in full ski gear. Review the day’s snow and weather conditions. Participants are divided into workshop groups led by instructors. 

10:00–12:00 
FREERIDE WORKSHOPS
Departure from in front of Mesta. Each group follows its own workshop program. 

12:00–13:30 
LUNCH
Self-paid.

13:30–16:00 
FREERIDE WORKSHOPS
Departure from in front of Mesta. Each group follows its own workshop program. 

16:00–21:00 
SAUNA AT THE WARM HOTEL
Free for participants. Let the reception know you’re coming to the sauna. 

16:30–18:00 
RESTORATIVE YOGA
Location: Isokuru Hall. First group 16:30–17:15, second group 17:15–18:00.

20:00 
FAREWELL DINNER AT POPOLO
Good company, food, and celebrations. 

SUNDAY 8.3.2026

9:45  
OPTION TO JOIN THE PYHÄ SKI SCHOOL BACKCOUNTRY TOUR:  

- UKONHATTU TOUR (duration: 5h, €70/person)  

- NOITATUNTURI TOUR (duration: 6h, €85/person)  

The participation fee is paid during event registration. You can also inquire about available spots later and pay on-site. To join, you will need touring (rando) gear and at least a single-ride lift ticket. Departure from in front of Mesta, gear ready for skiing.

Equipment options: touring skis + skins, splitboard + skins and poles, or snowboard + snowshoes and poles. Backpack should include a beacon, shovel, and probe. Additionally, bring snacks, a warm drink, and a jacket for breaks.

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Program alpine + snowboard

Thursday 5.3.2026

16:00–18:00 
SLOPE TOUR AND SKI SESSIONS FOR THOSE WHO HAVE ALREADY ARRIVED
Avalanche safety gear is not needed, as the group will stay on the slopes. Meeting point: in front of Mesta.

19:00 
WELCOME TO THE MOUNTAIN 
Meet and greet, go through the event program, and divide into groups. Location: Isokuru Hall, Conference Center, opposite Hotel Pyhätunturi.

Friday 6.3.2026

9:45
MORNING INFO & WARM-UP IN FRONT OF MESTA
We’ll go through the day’s snow conditions and weather. Then we’ll split into our workshop groups with the instructors.

10:00–12:00
FREERIDE WORKSHOPS
Ski: Avalanche rescue gear basics
Snowboard: Riding technique & variable terrain

12:00–13:30
LUNCH
At your own expense

13:30–16:00
FREERIDE WORKSHOPS
Ski: Riding technique & variable terrain
Snowboard: Avalanche rescue gear basics

16:00–21:00
SAUNA AT THE HOTEL
Free for the girls — just let the reception know you’re heading to the sauna.

18:00–19:00
AVALANCHE SAFETY LECTURE
Location: Isokuru Meeting Room, Conference Center

20:30
MOVIE NIGHT AT MESTA
We’ll watch a freeride film together, chat, and share the day’s stoke. Food and drinks are available for purchase at Mesta for movie snacks.

Saturday 7.3.2026

7:00
SUNRISE SKI TOUR
Optional activity — to join, you’ll need ski touring equipment. A limited number of rental sets will be available for the girls. Sign-up details for the sunrise tour will be shared later in the info letter.

9:45
MORNING INFO & WARM-UP IN FRONT OF MESTA
Group photo in front of Mesta with ski gear on. We’ll go through the day’s snow conditions and weather, then split into workshop groups with the instructors.

10:00–12:00
FREERIDE WORKSHOPS
Ski: Introduction to ski touring by Salomon
Snowboard: From tension to progression in the backcountry

12:00–13:30
LUNCH
At your own expense

13:30–16:00
FREERIDE WORKSHOPS
Ski: From tension to progression in the backcountry
Snowboard: Introduction to splitboarding by Burton

16:00–21:00
SAUNA AT THE HOTEL
Free for the girls — just let the reception know you’re heading to the sauna.

17:00–18:30
RECOVERY YOGA
Location: Isokuru Meeting Hall, Conference Center.
First group 17:00–17:45, second group 17:45–18:30.

20:00
CLOSING DINNER AT POPOLO
Good company, great food, and a chance to relive the weekend’s highlights.

Sunday 8.3.2026

9:45
OPTION TO JOIN A GUIDED BACKCOUNTRY TOUR WITH PYHÄ SKI SCHOOL:

  • Ukonhattu Tour (duration: 5 hrs, €70 per person)
  • Noitatunturi Tour (duration: 6 hrs, €85 per person)

The participation fee is paid when registering for the event. You can also ask later about available spots and pay on-site if there’s room. To join, you’ll need ski touring equipment and a single lift ticket for the ascent. The tours depart from in front of Mesta — come ready to ride.

Accepted setups:

  • Touring skis with touring bindings and skins
  • Splitboard with skins and poles
  • Snowboard with snowshoes and poles

In your backpack, bring: beacon, shovel, and probe — plus, of course, snacks, a warm drink, and an extra jacket for breaks.

Background
Program alpine + snowboard 

Thursday 5.3.2026

16:00–18:00 
SLOPE TOUR AND SKI SESSIONS FOR THOSE WHO HAVE ALREADY ARRIVED
Avalanche safety gear is not needed, as the group will stay on the slopes. Meeting point: in front of Mesta.

19:00 
WELCOME TO THE MOUNTAIN 
Meet and greet, go through the event program, and divide into groups. Location: Isokuru Hall, Conference Center, opposite Hotel Pyhätunturi.

Friday 6.3.2026

9:45
MORNING INFO & WARM-UP IN FRONT OF MESTA
We’ll go through the day’s snow conditions and weather. Then we’ll split into our workshop groups with the instructors.

10:00–12:00
FREERIDE WORKSHOP:
Riding technique & variable terrain

12:00–13:30
LUNCH
At your own expense

13:30–16:00
FREERIDE WORKSHOP:
Flow and rhythm in freeriding

16:00–21:00
SAUNA AT THE HOTEL
Free for the girls — just let the reception know you’re heading to the sauna.

18:00–19:00
AVALANCHE SAFETY LECTURE
Location: Isokuru Meeting Room, Conference Center

20:30
MOVIE NIGHT AT MESTA
We’ll watch a freeride film together, chat, and relive the day’s adventures. Food and drinks are available for purchase at Mesta for movie snacks.

Saturday 7.3.2026

7:00
SUNRISE SKI TOUR
Optional activity — to join, you’ll need ski touring equipment. A limited number of rental sets will be available for the girls. Sign-up details for the sunrise tour will be shared later in the info letter.

9:45
MORNING INFO & WARM-UP IN FRONT OF MESTA
Group photo in front of Mesta with ski gear on. We’ll go through the day’s snow conditions and weather, then split into workshop groups with the instructors.

10:00–12:00
FREERIDE WORKSHOPS
Ski: Catching some air — jumps and playful skiing
Snowboard: From tension to progression in the backcountry

12:00–13:30
LUNCH
At your own expense

13:30–16:00
FREERIDE WORKSHOPS
Ski: From tension to progression in the backcountry
Snowboard: Catching some air — jumps and playful riding

16:00–21:00
SAUNA AT THE HOTEL
Free for the girls — just let the reception know you’re heading to the sauna.

17:00–18:30
RECOVERY YOGA
Location: Isokuru Meeting Room, Conference Center.
First group 17:00–17:45, second group 17:45–18:30.

20:00
CLOSING DINNER AT POPOLO
Good company, great food, and a chance to celebrate the weekend together.

Sunday 8.3.2026

9:45
OPTION TO JOIN A GUIDED BACKCOUNTRY TOUR WITH PYHÄ SKI SCHOOL:

  • Ukonhattu Tour (duration: 5 hrs, €70 per person)
  • Noitatunturi Tour (duration: 6 hrs, €85 per person)

The participation fee is paid when registering for the event. You can also ask later about available spots and pay on-site if there’s room. To join, you’ll need ski touring equipment and a single lift ticket for the ascent. The tours depart from in front of Mesta — come ready to ride.

Accepted setups:

  • Touring skis with touring bindings and skins
  • Splitboard with skins and poles
  • Snowboard with snowshoes and poles

In your backpack, bring: beacon, shovel, and probe — plus, of course, snacks, a warm drink, and an extra jacket for breaks.

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