06 - Clubs
Sports and hobbies
Practices, choirs, music lessons, outdoor groups, community clubs and courses across East Iceland, for children, teenagers and adults.
Ages 6–7
Sport
Children in years 1–2 try four sports for one fee: gymnastics, athletics, basketball and taekwondo. Staff walk Egilsstaðaskóli pupils to practice and a bus runs from Fellaskóli; Múlaþing's leisure grant can be used.
Höttur · Egilsstaðir
Íþróttamiðstöðin á Egilsstöðum
After school: athletics and basketball 14:15-15:30, gymnastics Mon (girls) or Sat (boys), taekwondo Fri 17:00-18:00
Autumn term 2026 (register by 11 Sept); new registration in January
30,000 ISK per term
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Adults
Sport
Informal badminton sessions for adults, played in Egilsstaðir for decades; there is no children's programme.
Höttur – badmintondeild · Egilsstaðir
Íþróttamiðstöðin á Egilsstöðum
Thu 20:30-21:30 and Sun 10:00-11:00
3,500 ISK per month (shuttlecocks included)
Age 8
Sport
Team gymnastics for girls and boys born 2018, the next step after Allir með.
Höttur – fimleikadeild · Egilsstaðir
Fimleikahúsið, Íþróttamiðstöðinni á Egilsstöðum
Wed 16:00-17:30, Fri 14:15-15:40, Sun 15:15-16:45
Autumn term 2026
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Ages 10–15
Sport
For children born 2011–2016 who want to do gymnastics without competing; choose one or two sessions a week, and beginners are welcome.
Höttur – fimleikadeild · Egilsstaðir
Fimleikahúsið, Íþróttamiðstöðinni á Egilsstöðum
Girls Wed 17:30-19:00 and Thu 16:00-17:30; boys Tue and Wed 16:00-17:30
Autumn term 2026
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Ages 2–5
Sport
A weekly Saturday session of games, obstacle courses and a first go on the gymnastics equipment; a good base for any sport. Fees are shown in Abler when registration opens.
Höttur – fimleikadeild · Egilsstaðir
Fimleikahúsið, Íþróttamiðstöðinni á Egilsstöðum
Sat: born 2024 09:00-09:45, 2023 09:45-10:30, 2022 10:15-11:15, 2021 11:00-12:00
Autumn term 2026
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Ages 12–15
Sport
Older groups train at Fellavöllur and in the sports hall, including before school in the morning; the 3rd division also has joint sessions in Reyðarfjörður.
Höttur – knattspyrnudeild · Egilsstaðir
Íþróttamiðstöðin á Egilsstöðum og Fellavöllur (gervigras) í Fellabæ
4 practices a week, incl. 7:00-8:00 morning sessions and joint sessions; see timetable
Winter 2026–27
130,000 ISK per year (valid until end of August 2027)
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Ages 8–11
Sport
Boys and girls train in separate groups, partly on the artificial pitch at Fellavöllur and indoors on Saturdays. Each group's times are in the timetable.
Höttur – knattspyrnudeild · Egilsstaðir
Íþróttamiðstöðin á Egilsstöðum og Fellavöllur (gervigras) í Fellabæ
3 practices a week at Fellavöllur and in the sports hall; see timetable
Winter 2026–27
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Ages 6–7
Sport
Three practices a week, indoors over the winter and on Vilhjálmsvöllur in summer; separate boys' and girls' groups.
Höttur – knattspyrnudeild · Egilsstaðir
Íþróttamiðstöðin á Egilsstöðum
Boys Tue 16:30-17:30, Thu 14:15-15:15, Sat 11:00-12:00; girls Tue and Thu 15:30-16:30, Sat 11:00-12:00
Winter 2026–27
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Ages 4–5
Sport
First steps in football for pre-school boys and girls, once a week indoors in the sports hall.
Höttur – knattspyrnudeild · Egilsstaðir
Íþróttamiðstöðin á Egilsstöðum
Wed 16:20-17:30
Winter 2026–27
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Ages 8–17
Sport
Running, jumping and throwing; winter practice in the sports hall and summer practice at Vilhjálmsvöllur stadium. Timetable and age groups are posted on the division's Facebook page; the youngest children train through Allir með.
Höttur – frjálsíþróttadeild · Egilsstaðir
Íþróttamiðstöðin á Egilsstöðum (vetur) og Vilhjálmsvöllur (sumar)
All year
Ages 9+
Sport
Competitive team gymnastics groups for gymnasts born 2017 or earlier; the teams compete at national federation events. Exact times for each group are in the timetable.
Höttur – fimleikadeild · Egilsstaðir
Fimleikahúsið, Íþróttamiðstöðinni á Egilsstöðum
3–4 sessions a week depending on group (4th–1st group, younger/older boys, senior)
Autumn term 2026
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Ages 16+
Sport
Gym with daily group classes and a 24/7 weights room; gym-only memberships and personal training are also available.
Austur líkamsrækt · Egilsstaðir
Austur, Lyngási 12, Egilsstöðum
Daily group classes; gym open 24/7
12,490 ISK per month (classes and gym)
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Ages 11+
Sport
Hólar University's graded riding curriculum, with an exam at the end of each level; for children born 2015 or earlier and adults.
Hestamannafélagið Freyfaxi · Egilsstaðir
Reiðhöllin á Iðavöllum
November–April (registration in October)
Winter 2025–26: 90,000 ISK (12 sessions, loan horse) or 60,000 ISK with own horse
Ages 4–5
Sport
A short weekly basketball session for pre-school children with games and ball skills.
Höttur – körfuknattleiksdeild · Egilsstaðir
Íþróttamiðstöðin á Egilsstöðum
Tue 16:40-17:20
From 8 Sept 2026
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Ages 8–13
Sport
Three boys' groups by age with three to four practices a week. Register in Abler; Múlaþing's leisure grant can be used.
Höttur – körfuknattleiksdeild · Egilsstaðir
Íþróttamiðstöðin á Egilsstöðum
Years 3–4: Tue 17:30-18:30, Thu 16:30-17:30, Sun 12:30-13:30; years 5–6: Wed 19:30-20:30, Fri 16:30-17:30, Sun 11:00-12:30; years 7–8: Mon 19:00-20:30, Thu 17:30-19:00, Fri 15:30-17:00, Sun 13:30-15:00
From August 2026, winter 2026–27
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Ages 8–13
Sport
Two girls' groups by age with three to four practices a week. Register in Abler; Múlaþing's leisure grant can be used.
Höttur – körfuknattleiksdeild · Egilsstaðir
Íþróttamiðstöðin á Egilsstöðum
Years 3–5: Mon and Wed 14:30-15:30, Sat 13:00-14:00; years 6–8: Tue 20:00-21:00, Wed 19:30-21:00, Fri 19:00-20:30, Sat 13:00-14:30
From August 2026, winter 2026–27
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Ages 14–19
Sport
Competitive teams that practise almost daily and play in the national youth leagues, with strength training added for the older groups. Each team's times are in the timetable on hottur.is.
Höttur – körfuknattleiksdeild · Egilsstaðir
Íþróttamiðstöðin á Egilsstöðum
4–5 practices a week depending on team (year 9 boys, year 10 boys, girls' 9th–11th grade teams, boys' 12th grade team)
From August 2026, winter 2026–27
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Ages 60+
Sport
Instructor-led exercise at the Austur gym, plus a shorter chair-exercise class at Hlymsdalir for those who prefer something gentler.
Múlaþing – félagsstarf eldri borgara · Egilsstaðir
Austur, Lyngási 12 (leikfimi); Hlymsdalir (stólaleikfimi)
Tue and Thu: exercise 9:00-10:00, chair exercise 10:45-11:15
September–May
Adults
Sport
Line dancing at Hlymsdalir: gentle exercise in good company, no experience needed. Open to everyone; you don't need to be a member of the seniors' club.
Félag eldri borgara á Fljótsdalshéraði · Egilsstaðir
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir
Mon and Thu 16:15-17:15
September–May
Ages 6–17
Sport
Riders are split into three groups by ability and bike size and coached on riding and safety gear; anyone curious is welcome to drop by the track.
Akstursíþróttafélagið Start · Egilsstaðir
Motocrossbrautin í Ylsgrús
Weekly practices
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Adults
Sport
Safe, structured training during pregnancy and after giving birth; babies are welcome to come along.
Austur líkamsrækt · Egilsstaðir
Austur, Lyngási 12, Egilsstöðum
Mon, Wed and Fri 09:30-10:30
2–27 November 2026 (4 weeks)
19,000 ISK (50% off for members)
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Ages 4–18
Sport
Taught in small groups of 2–4 children by experience: beginners from age 4, children with some experience, and experienced riders aged 10–18. Loan horses are available and Múlaþing's leisure grant can be used.
Hestamannafélagið Freyfaxi · Egilsstaðir
Reiðhöllin á Iðavöllum eða Gíslastöðum
About twice a month, 90–120 min each, at weekends and some weekdays
November–April (registration in October)
Winter 2025–26: 70,000 ISK (10 sessions, loan horse) or 55,000 ISK with own horse
Adults
Sport
Water exercise in the Egilsstaðir pool. The late-afternoon sessions have an instructor, who charges a fee; the earlier sessions are unguided.
Múlaþing – félagsstarf eldri borgara · Egilsstaðir
Íþróttamiðstöðin, Tjarnarbraut 26
Mon and Wed 14:30-15:30 (no instructor); Mon, Wed and Fri 16:30-17:30 (with instructor)
September–May
Adults
Outdoors
An early-morning group run from the Austur gym; everyone is welcome, and the group is on Facebook.
Austur heilsurækt – Hlaupahópur Austur · Egilsstaðir
Frá Austur, Lyngási 12
Wed 06:15
All ages
Outdoors
Easy guided walks around the Hérað area led by locals; people share cars from the club house. Everyone is welcome and you don't need to be a member. The club also runs day trips and family trips in summer.
Ferðafélag Fljótsdalshéraðs · Egilsstaðir
Brottför frá húsi félagsins, Tjarnarási 8
Every other Sunday, usually at 10:00
All year
Ages 13–18
Outdoors
The youth unit of the Hérað rescue team (ICE-SAR): first aid, navigation, mountain skills and trips with experienced rescuers. Contact the team or the ICE-SAR office (570 5900) for meeting times.
Björgunarsveitin Hérað – unglingadeildin Héraðsstubbar · Egilsstaðir
Miðási 1
Winter season; new members join in autumn
Ages 5–12
Music
A children's choir for kids from age 5, focused on singing, having fun and gaining confidence on stage. It sings at family services and the children's Easter service, among others.
Egilsstaðakirkja · Egilsstaðir
Egilsstaðakirkja
Mon 16:30-17:15
During the winter
Ages 6–7
Music
A two-year group course for children in years 1 and 2: singing, simple instruments, movement and rhythm. Children who finish it get priority for instrument lessons later.
Tónlistarskólinn á Egilsstöðum · Egilsstaðir
Egilsstaðaskóli, Tjarnarlöndum 11
Once a week, 30 min in a group
31 Aug 2026 – 4 June 2027
40,440 ISK per year
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Adults
Music
A women's vocal group from the Egilsstaðir area that gives concerts such as a Christmas concert in Egilsstaðakirkja and shows with a band in Valaskjálf.
Héraðsdætur · Egilsstaðir
Ages 16+
Music
A smaller choir with a more demanding repertoire; it gives concerts such as a Christmas concert in Egilsstaðakirkja. The choir welcomes new singers; the best way in is to contact the conductor.
Egilsstaðakirkja · Egilsstaðir
Egilsstaðakirkja
Adults
Music
A men's choir from the Fljótsdalshérað area that performs at local concerts.
Karlakórinn Drífandi · Egilsstaðir
Ages 16+
Music
The choirs of Vallanes and Þingmúli, Eiðar, and Kirkjubær and Sleðbrjótur sing at services in the country churches around Egilsstaðir. The choir welcomes new singers; the best way in is to contact the conductor.
Egilsstaðaprestakall · Egilsstaðir
Vallanes-, Þingmúla-, Eiða-, Kirkjubæjar- og Sleðbrjótskirkja
Ages 16+
Music
A mixed church choir that sings at services and ceremonies and gives spring and Christmas concerts. The choir welcomes new singers; the best way in is to contact the conductor.
Egilsstaðakirkja · Egilsstaðir
Egilsstaðakirkja
Ages 60+
Music
A recently founded seniors' choir in the Egilsstaðir area that rehearses at Hlymsdalir and has sung at the church service on Seniors' Day.
Félag eldri borgara á Fljótsdalshéraði · Egilsstaðir
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir, Miðvangi 6
Wed 16:30-17:30
Winter 2026–2027
Ages 13+
Music
An amateur band of pupils, teachers and anyone else who plays a wind or percussion instrument; it plays at events such as 17 June and Ormsteiti. If you can play a bit, just turn up on a Monday evening.
Lúðrasveit Fljótsdalshéraðs · Egilsstaðir
Tónmenntastofa Egilsstaðaskóla
Mon 20:00
During the school year, September–May
Free
Adults
Music
Group singing led by volunteers with accompaniment; no singing skills required. Open to everyone; you don't need to be a member of the seniors' club.
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir · Egilsstaðir
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir
Wed 15:00-16:00
September–May
Ages 8+
Music
Beginner to advanced lessons on wind, string, keyboard and percussion instruments and in singing (classical and rhythmic), plus music theory. The school also runs string orchestras for its pupils; the yearly fee can be split into up to six payments.
Tónlistarskólinn á Egilsstöðum · Egilsstaðir
Egilsstaðaskóli, Tjarnarlöndum 11
31 Aug 2026 – 4 June 2027
68,477 ISK (half) / 93,863 ISK (full) per year, age 20 and under; 119,834 / 153,340 ISK for 21 and over
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Ages 6–15
Music
A small music school at Brúarásskóli, north of Egilsstaðir, teaching drums, piano, keyboard, ukulele, guitar, bass and singing, with a strong focus on playing together and performing.
Tónlistarskóli Norður-Héraðs · Egilsstaðir
Brúarásskóli, Jökulsárhlíð
25,539 ISK (half) / 34,054 ISK (full) per term
Ages 6+
Arts and crafts
A 60-year-old amateur theatre group staging plays for adults and children; in autumn 2026 it is touring the comedy Blakkát. It values work with children and teens and cast over 20 children in Óvitar in autumn 2025.
Leikfélag Fljótsdalshéraðs · Egilsstaðir
Sláturhúsið og fleiri staðir
Adults
Arts and crafts
Bookbinding at the community centre, for beginners and the experienced alike. Open to everyone; you don't need to be a member of the seniors' club.
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir · Egilsstaðir
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir
Wed 13:00-16:00
September–May
Adults
Arts and crafts
Knitting, sewing and other crafts at the community centre, which has a sewing machine, an overlocker and more. Open to everyone; you don't need to be a member of the seniors' club.
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir · Egilsstaðir
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir, Miðvangi 6
Mon and Tue 13:00-16:00, Wed and Thu 9:00-12:00; open craft room Thu and Fri 13:00-16:00
September–May
Adults
Arts and crafts
A group that meets to make bobbin lace. Open to everyone; you don't need to be a member of the seniors' club.
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir · Egilsstaðir
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir
Tue 16:30-19:00
September–May
Adults
Arts and crafts
A woodwork shop with morning coffee, run by volunteers as part of the seniors' programme. Open to everyone; you don't need to be a member of the seniors' club.
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir / Félag eldri borgara á Fljótsdalshéraði · Egilsstaðir
Vonarland (gamla sundlaugin), Egilsstöðum
Mon–Thu 9:00-12:00
September–May
Adults
Community
An open drop-in for adults facing mental-health challenges or wanting to feel better: company, peer support and a programme shaped with participants. No attendance requirement.
Ásheimar mann- og geðræktarmiðstöð · Egilsstaðir
Húsnæði StarfA, Miðvangi 1, Egilsstöðum
Mon, Tue, Thu and Fri 13:00-16:00
September–May
Free
Ages 60+
Community
The club for people aged 60+ organises trips, an autumn party, a midwinter feast, bingo and potluck coffee afternoons, plus daily walks at Vilhjálmsvöllur. Lunch is served at Hlymsdalir; sign up for meals on Múlaþing's 'Mínar síður'.
Félag eldri borgara á Fljótsdalshéraði · Egilsstaðir
Hlymsdalir, Miðvangi 6
Hlymsdalir open weekdays 9:00-16:00
Ages 10–15
Community
The youth centre for school years 5–10, with pool table, cinema room, games console, table tennis and board games. Opening times are posted on Nýung's Instagram and Facebook.
Múlaþing – félagsmiðstöðvar · Egilsstaðir
Tjarnarlöndum 11
Separate sessions for younger and older groups
August–May
Up to age 3
Community
Parents with small children meet for a chat and a relaxed morning; ideal for parents on parental leave. Coffee is on.
Egilsstaðakirkja · Egilsstaðir
Safnaðarheimili Egilsstaðakirkju, Hörgsási 4
Thu 10:00-12:00
Adults
Community
A Lions club doing charity and community work locally, meeting regularly through the winter. Ask the club or the Lions office for meeting times.
Lionsklúbburinn Múli · Egilsstaðir
Hótel Hérað
Adults
Community
A service club that meets weekly and supports community projects in the Hérað area, including awards from the club's national-day fund. Get in touch through the club's website.
Rótarýklúbbur Héraðsbúa · Egilsstaðir
Miðvangi 5–7
Tue 18:00-19:30
Adults
Community
Short fellowship and prayer led by the priests of Egilsstaðir parish. Open to everyone; you don't need to be a member of the seniors' club.
Egilsstaðaprestakall / Hlymsdalir · Egilsstaðir
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir
1st and 3rd Tue of the month 13:00-14:00
September–May
Adults
Community
Bridge, whist and other Icelandic card games; from autumn 2026 the Tuesday session includes bridge lessons. Chess sets and cards are available every day.
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir / Félag eldri borgara á Fljótsdalshéraði · Egilsstaðir
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir, Miðvangi 6
Bridge Mon 13:00; games afternoon Tue 13:00; whist Thu 13:00; Fellabridge Fri 19:30
September–May
Up to age 10
Community
Songs, Bible stories, the puppets Rebbi and Mýsla, a snack and colouring. All children and their friends are welcome, parents too.
Egilsstaðakirkja · Egilsstaðir
Egilsstaðakirkja
Sun 10:30-11:30
From 6 September
Adults
Community
A weekly get-together for stories and conversation about the old days and the present. Open to everyone; you don't need to be a member of the seniors' club.
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir · Egilsstaðir
Félagsmiðstöðin Hlymsdalir
Wed 13:00
September–May
All ages
Community
Outdoor family gatherings where nature-themed books are read aloud around a campfire, together with Náttúruskólinn. Each session is announced on the library's Facebook page.
Bókasafn Múlaþings · Egilsstaðir
Utandyra, auglýst hverju sinni
Winter 2026–2027 (three more sessions in Egilsstaðir)
Ages 10–12
Community
A Christian club for 10–12-year-olds with games, crafts and a devotion, plus a snack at the start of each meeting. It's free.
Egilsstaðakirkja · Egilsstaðir
Safnaðarheimili Egilsstaðakirkju, Hörgsási 4
Mondays (spring 2026)
Free
Ages 16–25
Community
A youth house with courses, film and games nights; groups can use the space outside opening hours by arrangement.
Múlaþing – Vegahúsið · Egilsstaðir
Sláturhúsið við Kaupvang
Thu 19:30-22:00
August–May
Ages 16+
Courses
Follow-on course for Ukrainian and Russian speakers who have finished A1-1, focused on speaking; the course description is in Ukrainian and you can join in person or via Zoom. Union members (e.g. AFL) can claim back part of the fee from their union's education fund (Landsmennt refunds up to 90%).
Austurbrú · Egilsstaðir
Vonarland, Egilsstöðum, og á Zoom
Mon and Wed 19:00-21:00, Fri 17:00-19:00
2 Oct – 20 Nov 2026
56,000 ISK (40 hours)
Ages 16+
Courses
Beginners' course for people with little or no Icelandic, focused on speaking and everyday vocabulary. Union members (e.g. AFL) can claim back part of the fee from their union's education fund (Landsmennt refunds up to 90%).
Austurbrú · Egilsstaðir
Vonarland, Egilsstöðum
Mon and Wed 14:45-16:45
7 Sept – 11 Dec 2026
56,000 ISK (40 hours)
Ages 16+
Courses
Red Cross course in basic first aid and CPR; you must register in advance and should bring a snack. A refresher every two years is recommended.
Rauði krossinn í Múlasýslu · Egilsstaðir
Dynskógar 4, Egilsstöðum
Wed 11 Nov 2026, 17:00-21:00
Single session; held regularly
13,200 ISK
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