Junior Startup Academy Finland
Empowering the Next Generation of Nordic Builders & Founders
A 5-day hands-on startup and AI prototyping camp for curious minds aged 10–12. Hosted at Finland's leading tech hubs.
Why Junior Startup Academy?
Most youth programs treat technology as entertainment or abstract theory. We take a different approach: kids leave as builders, not consumers.
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Spotting Real Problems
Kids learn how to analyze the world around them, validate user needs, and frame solutions constructively.
02
AI "Vibe Coding"
Participants use supervised AI tools to bring interactive digital prototypes to life in hours, not weeks.
03
Vocal Presence
Overcoming stage anxiety early through improv, body language coaching, and persuasive storytelling.
04
Ecosystem Immersion
Learning directly inside Finland's flagship startup campuses alongside active founders and engineers.
Upcoming Camps
Spaces are first-come, first-served to keep a 1:4 mentor-to-student ratio.
The 5-Day Syysloma Curriculum: Idea to Stage
Mentors, Speakers & Facilitators
Our students learn directly from seasoned founders, engineers, operators, and public speaking coaches:
Transparent Non-Profit Pricing
As a non-profit initiative supported by regional foundations and ecosystem partners, our registration fees directly cover essential daily operational expenses:
Admit one
€125
Junior Startup Academy
Per participant (5-day intensive) if registering before September 20th
€125Lunch included
Admit one
€150
Opens closer to camp
Junior Startup Academy
Per participant (5-day intensive) if registering before October 1st
€150Lunch included
Admit one
€200
Opens closer to camp
Junior Startup Academy
Per participant (5-day intensive) if registering in October
€200Lunch included
What is included:
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Full 5-day guided program (30 hours of intensive workshops and mentoring)
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Warm daily lunches and healthy afternoon snacks
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Insurance during the camp
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Access to AI tools, developer software licenses, and classroom materials
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Official Junior Startup Academy founder kit & completion certificate
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4 tickets for family and friends to attend the Friday Demo Day 4 tickets
Frequently Asked Questions
1:4 mentor-to-student ratio
Reserve a Spot
Spaces are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis to maintain a 1:4 mentor-to-student ratio.
Registration open
Syysloma Startup Camp
First come, first served. Spaces stay limited to keep the 1:4 ratio.
Register now
Waitlist open
Hiihtoloma Builders Camp
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