My name is Meri and I am a lifestyle sporty lady and I have worked in sports for over 25 years. I work full-time in the sports services of Vihti municipality as a sport coordinator, but I also work part-time as a outdoor sports and coaching entrepreneur.
I have been involved in a variety of sports since I was a child, in my teenage years I competed closely in alpine skiing and competitive swimming. As an adult, in addition to swimming, the range of sports has grown and I've also enjoyed open water swimming, trail running and swimrun with a number tag on my chest. Racing has grown me as a person and taught me self-discipline, commitment, goal-setting and, above all, what comprehensive well-being means.
I have worked as a swim coach for children and young people since 1999, and adult exercisers from fitness enthusiasts to competitive athletes since 2007. Physical trainer I have been over 15 years. As a coach, I am motivating, setting goals, encouraging, demanding and listening, inspiring, approachable and considerate of individuals.
At the beginning of my student years, I got excited about camping, when we spent a week in the landscapes of Jerisjärvi doing various nature trips, and I got my first taste of long hikes in the terrains of Evo and Tuntsa. As a nature guide, I lead tours and hikes in a sustainable way and with respect for nature values.
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Outdoor sport and event producer - Kiljavan Opisto, Professional coach - Liikuntakeskus Pajulahti, Sport instructor AMK - Lahden ammattikorkeakoulu.
Alpine instructor, climbing and kayaking instructor, nordic walking and snowshoeing instructor, trail running instructor.
Responsible coach, mobility and M-Circuit instructor, swim coach and winter swim instructor, hydrobic instructor.
Movement map and foam roller instructor, gym and boxing instructor, athletics and indoor biking instructor.
First aid, hygiene pass and MATUPA.
