The Tampere Proseros have pulled together and decided to have fun outside of work by playing hockey. The first games have now been played and although there were only a handful of participants, a good team spirit has been found right away and sweat has broken out.
The idea for and initiator of the joint sports shift was initiated by PAP Group's systems expert Kalle Perälä.
"I had gone with a friend a couple of times on a telegraph shift with his work team. It made me think, "Damn, the PAP doesn't have enough people in Pirkanmaa for a similar activity," which then made me think, "What about the whole Prosero?"
In addition to the PAP Group, Lukkoluket and Ajan Lukko were inspired by the idea. A joint sports shift gives the opportunity to get to know members of different companies in more than just a work-related way. During a sports day, you can put work aside and focus on people as people. "The atmosphere and team spirit were very good. No one took the game too seriously, a healthy 'goofy' atmosphere all round, as I think it should be. " Kalle says after the first shift.
This time, with only a few players, there were no goalkeepers in the game. However, the game went well. "Even as a youngster, you could always organise a yard game even when there were no goalkeepers," says Kalle. But those who took part in the first training session hope that in the future they will be able to get bigger teams together. There are plans to continue the sports day if there are enough participants in the spring season. After the summer holidays, it is possible to change the date or location, for example, or to try different sports if there are enthusiastic co-sporting people.
What about Kalle, do you recommend joint exercise sessions to other localities or companies?
"Yes, I would recommend to the whole Prosero to organise more groups, wherever it is possible to get enough players. It's a good way to get to know other Proseros, if you don't already know them."
PAP Group wishes you the joy of exercise for spring!
What: playing hockey with other Proseroans
Where: Silta-Valmennuksen Team Gym, Tampere
When: every Monday at 16.30-18.00