Irish Sports. An International Community. A bit of craic.

HELSINKI HARPS

Helsinki Harps players during training

TRAINING

We welcome players of all genders, physiques and experience levels to play with us.
Trainings are beginner-friendly and typically mixed-sex.
You need only bring sporty clothes and water to training - we have all the rest.
Just come, and we will gladly show you how to play.

Summer Outdoor Trainings

Beginner-friendly outdoor Gaelic Football & Hurling trainings.
Weekly trainings on Thursday evening throughout all of Summer 2026.
Hurling training starts at 18.30.
Gaelic Football training starts at 19.00.
Location is Talin Jalkapallokentät, 00380, Helsinki.

What are Gaelic Sports?

Gaelic Football and Hurling are the two most popular sports in the island of Ireland. They find their roots in the ancient games played in Ireland since ancient times. Their play is regulated by the Gaelic Athletics Association.

Finland's oldest GAA club

Helsinki Harps has a long-standing place in Gaelic games in Finland, built on continuity, community, and a commitment to keeping the sport active and visible.

Mission Statement

The Helsinki Harps GAA Club is a community-based organization promoting and participating in Gaelic Games with the goal of growing them in the Nordics. We strongly believe in the potential of team sports to positively impact physical, mental, and social well-being, and are dedicated to the pursuit of bettering the lives of our members and those within our communities.