Gaming Clubs and Camps
Our goal is to locally develop the player pathway for digital gaming, and esports in particular, in Jyväskylä. Our aim is for our pathway to produce future talents and esports athletes for the world stage.
The autumn season of the Minecraft Club and the Free Play Gaming Club is starting for ages 6–12 and 10–15!
Minecraft
Our Minecraft Club is evolving slightly for the autumn season. During club sessions, participants will also have the opportunity to freely play their favorite games, provided they comply with the recommended age ratings. This allows us to make each club session even more engaging while introducing a greater variety of gaming experiences.
Please note: The primary focus of our club remains working together in the Minecraft world and participating in guided activities using the Minecraft Education edition.
In a safe and supervised gaming environment, children and young people develop teamwork and communication skills while exploring, building, and creating in Minecraft. Participants play on EXEN’s high-performance gaming PCs. We use Minecraft Education licenses, so participants do not need their own Minecraft account. Together, we build a shared EXEN Minecraft world where our instructors organize engaging weekly challenges and tailor activities based on the participants’ interests and wishes.
Who is it for?
Our Minecraft Club is designed for children aged 6–12 years.
Location
In-person sessions
Sorastajantie 1 C 3, FI-40320 Jyväskylä, Finland
(Between Tokmanni and Vaasan Bakery, with plenty of free parking available.)
Schedule
Mondays, August 31 – December 14, 2026
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
(No sessions during school holiday periods.)
Price
Participation fee: €48 per month
The participation fee is invoiced monthly and is payable on the 1st day of each month.
Total fee for the autumn season:
4 months × €48 = €192
Please note: Thanks to external funding, we can offer up to three free places for children from low-income families. If you are eligible, please indicate this on the registration form. Free places are allocated in registration order. You may also join the waiting list, and we will notify you if a place becomes available.
We kindly ask everyone to respect the purpose of this support by allowing these places to be used by families who genuinely need financial assistance. Thank you.
The participation fee includes
- Access to a Minecraft Education license
- Use of EXEN’s gaming PCs and training environments (participants are welcome to bring their own gaming peripherals, such as a mouse, keyboard, or headset)
- Weekly professional coaching led by EXEN’s experienced instructors, including:
- Guided group activities
- Learning objectives
- Building and developing a shared Minecraft world
- Teamwork and communication exercises
- Strategy development and problem-solving
- All training materials and equipment
- An Autumn Season Celebration with the group on the final club session (including refreshments and a fun celebration!)
- 10% discount on EXEN’s Autumn Holiday Gaming Camp
Coach:
Luca 
Free Play Gaming Club
Whether your favorite game is Fortnite, Roblox, or something completely different, EXEN is the perfect place to learn, improve, and have fun. While Fortnite has traditionally been the main focus of our gaming club—and remains the participants’ all-time favorite—everyone is welcome to play the games they enjoy most.
In a safe and supervised gaming environment, children and young people develop teamwork and communication skills while improving in the games they love.
Participants can enjoy their favorite games alongside new friends under the guidance of our experienced coaches. Our gaming facilities include high-performance gaming PCs, PlayStation 5 consoles, a racing simulator, and VR equipment. Participants are required to have their own game accounts, and children under the age of 12 must have parental permission to participate. Gaming stations and play areas are organized according to participants’ ages and the official age ratings of each game.
Who is it for?
The club is intended for 10–15-year-olds.
Location
In-person sessions
Sorastajantie 1 C 3, FI-40320 Jyväskylä, Finland
(Between Tokmanni and Vaasan Bakery, with plenty of free parking available.)
Schedule
Tuesdays, September 1 – December 14, 2026
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
(No sessions during school holiday periods.)
Price
Participation fee: €48 per month
The participation fee is invoiced monthly and is payable on the 1st day of each month.
Total fee for the autumn season:
4 months × €48 = €192
Please note: Thanks to external funding, we can offer up to three free places for children from low-income families. If you are eligible, please indicate this on the registration form. Free places are allocated in registration order. You may also join the waiting list, and we will notify you if a place becomes available.
We kindly ask everyone to respect the purpose of this support by allowing these places to be used by families who genuinely need financial assistance. Thank you.
The participation fee includes
- Use of EXEN’s gaming equipment and training facilities (participants are welcome to bring their own gaming peripherals, such as a mouse, keyboard, or headset)
- Weekly professional coaching led by EXEN’s experienced instructors, including:
- Guided group activities
- Learning objectives
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Game strategies and tactical development
- Collaborative challenges tailored to participants’ interests
- All training materials and equipment
- An Autumn Season Celebration with the group during the final club session (including refreshments and a fun celebration!)
- 10% discount on EXEN’s Autumn Holiday Gaming Camp
Coach
To be announced.
Why Gaming?
Gaming stirs up all kinds of feelings and is often a topic of debate; and not without reason! When done safely, with guidance and in a positive atmosphere, it can be a fantastic way to learn and grow. Playing together brings people closer, develops social skills, creates new friendships and encourages trying new things. In our clubs, the in-game challenges and tasks support concentration and problem-solving; and at their best, bring the joy of achievement into everyday life.
