Youth diving
Confidence in deep water, body control, good basics and friendships that last beyond the changing room.
Turku · Diving club
Room to learn. Courage to jump.
Safe, thoughtful diving for children, young people and adults — from a first careful step to competition.
Since 2009
A small club with a long view
Silakat is a member-run non-profit in Turku. About about 140 people train across our groups, guided by qualified coaches and a practical respect for the pool and one another.
Our name means Baltic herrings — an ordinary, resilient fish at home in Turku and the Archipelago Sea. We wear it lightly and with affection.
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What we do
Practice for every stage
Adult & recreational
A weekly hour to learn, move and enjoy the boards without pressure to compete.
Dry-land & gymnastics
Strength, mobility and aerial awareness in the gym, on the trampoline and by the foam pit.
Autumn season24 Aug – 18 Dec
Spring season12 Jan – 28 May
SummerCamp in June
Latest from the pool
All news →Club
7 September 2026Autumn season begins at the pool
Groups return to the boards after summer. Check your time and arrive ten minutes early.
Beginners
28 September 2026Two free trial sessions on Mondays
Curious about diving? The beginner group meets at 17:00 and you may try twice without a fee.
Safety
A small safety reminder for dark evenings
Please agree on collection points for younger athletes and keep the pool entrance clear after training.
Coming up
All events →Autumn Club Competition
Aurajoki Swimming Hall, TurkuWinter Training Camp
Aurajoki Swimming Hall, TurkuAnnual General Meeting
Aurajoki Swimming Hall, Turku
Why diving?
Strength, attention and a little bravery
Diving asks the whole body to work together. Progress can be measured in centimetres: a straighter line, a calmer approach, a cleaner entry. On dark Finnish evenings, the bright pool offers a place to move and belong.
“We teach the person first, and the dive second. A safe athlete learns more.”
— Tuomas Salo, head coach
Support the club
Time, skills and practical help matter
Volunteer at an event, support a camp or help us maintain equipment. Every contribution returns to the pool.
Ways to help