Lieksan Urheilijat

Lieksan Urheilijat ry is a sports club in Lieksa, Finland, with a history dating back to 1928. The club promotes local participation in sport, particularly athletics, and provides opportunities for athletes of different ages and experience levels to train and compete. Its activities include a sports school, a sports camp, and scheduled training, alongside junior competitions that help young participants develop their skills.

The club also hosts and takes part in a broad calendar of events, including track and field meets, multi-event competitions, pole-vault and throwing events, road races, cross-country runs, and school and city championships. Its recurring events include the Sittalampi circuit run and Matin’s fitness run. Competition records and results are available across many seasons, reflecting the club’s sustained involvement in community and regional athletics.

Lieksan Urheilijat also shares club news and resources through its publications, photographs, videos, and historical materials. As a registered association, it supports an active sporting community in Lieksa, bringing together junior athletes, adults, and recreational participants