Eintracht Hildesheim from 1861

What Eintracht Hildesheim from 1861 does

Eintracht Hildesheim von 1861 e.V. is a registered non-profit multi-sport club (eingetragener Verein) founded in 1861 in Hildesheim, Lower Saxony, Germany, operating across three primary facilities: the main sports complex at An den Sportplätzen 10, the Schwimmhalle Hempelmann (run via the wholly-owned subsidiary Eintracht Schwimmen gUG), and the modern Bürgersporthalle (run via Bürgersporthalle gUG, opened December 2021). The club offers more than 20 sports disciplines, spanning racket sports (15 outdoor padel courts, tennis, badminton, table tennis), ball sports (handball — Bundesliga/3rd division through HC Eintracht GmbH — basketball, hockey, cheerleading/Gators with European Summits-qualified teams), aquatic sports (Schwimmschule Nelio, ~60 training courses, 14 aqua fitness courses, scuba diving), individual sports (karate, fencing, archery, athletics, triathlon, gymnastics, FPV-Racing), and trend/fun sports (parkour, tricking, roundnet), plus a dedicated fitness studio (Bz balance, AthletikZirkel) and yoga program. The youth and family vertical includes full childcare (Kinderkrippe Hampelmann, Waldkindergarten Waldhüpfer, Sporthort FlickFlack, Offener Ganztag), five kids' academies (KiSA, KiKA, KiBA, KiLA, TaBa, plus Mini-KiSa "Windelflitzer"), holiday Feriencamps with 20+ program variants, and inclusion sports (G-Judo, wheelchair sports, children's rehabilitation).

The revenue model is a hybrid of recurring membership dues (annual/monthly, tiered by age and family), transaction-based facility usage (padel EUR 25–30/hour, swimming-hall entry EUR 3.50–9.00), sports-course fees (swimming school, yoga premium card, padel league subscriptions), event/tournament entry fees (TELIS Padel Open, Padel-Liga, DOSB Sportabzeichen Tourstopp), and ancillary income from advertising in the bi-annual Eintracht News print magazine (circulation 8,000) and facility rental of the Bürgersporthalle. Distribution combines direct on-site access with self-serve digital booking (BookAndPlay, Yolawo), a membership portal (pw-ng.de), and B2B channels including the Hansefit corporate fitness network (free fitness/swim access, EUR 12/day padel discount), DAK-Gesundheit health-insurer referral subsidies, and corporate sponsorship (Sparkasse Hildesheim Goslar Peine, Volksbank Hildesheimer Börde, EVI, 1KOMMA5°, Petrofer, Erima). Customer segments span children and youth, adults and families, inclusion participants, swimming students and their parents, childcare families, and corporate wellness accounts — all tightly anchored to the Hildesheim region. Pricing is publicly disclosed across all programs, but consolidated financial figures (revenue, EBITDA) are not publicly reported, consistent with German Verein reporting norms.

Name

Eintracht Hildesheim from 1861

Legal name

Eintracht Hildesheim von 1861 e. V.

Website

https://eihi.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1861

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Eintracht Hildesheim von 1861 e.V. is a non-profit multi-sport club founded in 1861 in Hildesheim, Germany, operating three facilities and delivering 20+ sports, fitness, swimming, childcare, rehabilitation, and inclusion programs to children, adults, families, and corporate wellness clients across the Lower Saxony region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Multi-Sport Club Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Amateur Clubs & Community Sports Organizations (MPAKACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps) (MPAKAJAA), Disability & Adaptive Sports Organizations (Paralympic, Special Olympics) (MPAKACAH), Sports-Specific Group Conditioning (HSADABAK), Amateur & Grassroots Sport Associations (Community/Youth Governing Orgs) (MPAKAFAF)

Keywords

• Multi-sport club services
• Sports membership programs
• Fitness and yoga classes
• Swimming school courses
• Padel tennis rentals

Headquarters

HQ city

Hildesheim

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Club Membership Dues: Annual and monthly membership fees constitute the primary recurring revenue stream. Fees vary by age category (children, adults), family plans, and activity sections, with members gaining access to the full range of sports offerings, facilities, and member services.
2. Facility Usage Fees: Revenue generated from usage of facilities including padel court bookings, swimming hall entry fees, and fitness studio sessions. Padel courts are priced at 25-30 EUR/hour depending on time slot; swimming hall charges separate entry fees for non-members.
3. Sports Course Fees: Fees for sports courses including swimming school (Nelio), aqua fitness courses, yoga courses, and other specialized training programs. Course cards and single-session fees apply for non-members and members alike.
4. Event and Tournament Revenue: Entry fees for tournaments such as the TELIS Padel Open and league participation fees for the SportNews Hildesheim Padel-Liga. Additional revenue from spectator attendance and partner sponsorship of events.
5. Children's Care and Camp Programs: Revenue from childcare facilities (Kinderkrippe Hampelmann, Waldkindergarten Waldhüpfer, Sporthort FlickFlack) and holiday camp programs (Feriencamps).
6. Advertising in Eintracht News: The club publishes a bi-annual newsletter magazine (Eintracht News) with a circulation of 8,000 copies and generates revenue through advertising placements at various sizes and positions, with rates ranging from 145 EUR to 1,550 EUR per placement.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Eintracht Hildesheim is a registered non-profit multi-sport club (eingetragener Verein) that delivers membership-based sports, fitness, aquatic, childcare, and wellness services across 20+ disciplines through owned facilities, qualified coaches, and a network of partnerships. Its primary activities encompass competitive and recreational sport (handball, basketball, hockey, padel tennis, cheerleading, gymnastics, fencing, and more), fitness and aquatic programs (Bz balance studio, AthletikZirkel, Schwimmhalle Hempelmann, Schwimmschule Nelio), youth development academies (KiSA, KiKA, KiBA, KiLA, TaBa, Mini-KiSa), and integrated childcare and holiday camps (Kinderkrippe, Waldkindergarten, Sporthort, Feriencamps).

Product overview

Eintracht Hildesheim von 1861 e.V. is a large multi-sport club (Großsportverein) founded in 1861 offering a unified platform of sports and wellness services through distinct product lines. The core offerings include fitness facilities (Bz balance fitness studio, AthletikZirkel circuit training), racket sports (Padel-Tennis with 15 outdoor courts, Tennis), aquatic sports (Schwimmhalle Hempelmann swimming pool, Schwimmschule Nelio swimming school), and comprehensive group fitness (Yoga, Groupfitness, Tanz & Ballett dance program). Youth development is anchored by the Ki- academies (KiSA, KiKA, KiBA, KiLA, TaBa) offering structured children's sports from infancy through adolescence, complemented by childcare facilities (Kinderkrippe Hampelmann, Waldkindergarten, Sporthort FlickFlack) and Feriencamps holiday programs. Team sports include Handball (Bundesliga-level), Basketball, Hockey, and Cheerleading (Gators). Additional offerings span wellness (Betriebliche Gesundheitsförderung corporate health, Reha-/Funktionssport rehabilitation), rehabilitation/inclusion sports, and community initiatives like the Guy-Stern-Preis award. The Bürgersporthalle provides rental facilities for external events. All offerings are managed through integrated booking systems (BOOKANDPLAY, Yolawo) and partner programs (Hansefit corporate fitness).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bz balance: Fitness studio operated by the club offering gym equipment, group fitness, and personal training
• AthletikZirkel
• Schwimmschule Nelio
• Schwimmhalle Hempelmann
• BürgerSporthalle
• Eintracht News

Products and services

• Padel-Tennis Outdoor padel court rental and training services featuring 15 outdoor courts, professional coaching, the SportNews Hildesheim Padel-Liga, and TELIS Padel-Open tournaments. Open to members and the public, with member discounts and Hansefit 12 EUR/day discount.
• Schwimmhalle Hempelmann Indoor swimming pool facility operated by Eintracht Schwimmen gUG with a competitive pool (12.5x25m), teaching pool, baby pool, AquaFitness courses, and Schwimmschule Nelio swimming lessons. Public swimming, members and Hansefit network access.
• Schwimmschule Nelio Swimming school specialising in water safety and progression from infant to adult, including baby swimming, German badge progression (Seepferdchen to Gold), and adult lessons. Subsidy-eligible through DAK-Gesundheit partner program.
• Bz balance (Fitness Studio) Fitness studio with gym equipment, group fitness classes, and personal training offered by qualified trainers building individualised plans. Available to members and Hansefit corporate-fitness users.
• AthletikZirkel Strength and conditioning circuit training programme offered as part of the club's fitness line-up under the Bz balance brand.
• Groupfitness classes Group exercise classes such as Bauch-Beine-Po, Body Attack, Bodystyling, Brazil Workout, Pilates, Step Aerobic, Zumba, HIIT, and Stretch & Relax.
• Yoga programme Yoga programme with multiple styles (Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Power Yoga, Kinderyoga, Yoga 50+) and an optional monthly Premium Card covering all Yoga classes.
• Dance & Ballet (Tanz & Ballett) Dance and ballet programme for all ages covering Children's Ballet, Adult Ballet, Contemporary, Oriental, Burlesque, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Jazz & Streetdance, and Dance Mix.
• Handball department Handball programme with 3rd-league senior play, women's and men's teams, and youth development starting at age 4, organised through the club's handball department and HC Eintracht GmbH.
• Basketball department Basketball programme with men's and women's teams in Landesliga, five youth teams, Oldies team, and qualified coaching. Annual membership fee of 20 EUR (child) / 40 EUR (adult).
• Hockey department Field hockey programme with men's, women's and youth teams (U8-U16) playing on artificial turf at VVS Avviso Arena. Tiered fees from 4-5 EUR/month or 48-60 EUR/year; family plan at 10 EUR/month or 120 EUR/year.
• Cheerleading (Gators) Cheerleading programme with six teams (Gators) from age 4 to adulthood. Additional monthly contribution of 10 EUR on top of club membership applies. Multiple awards including German All Level Championship West 2025 1st place.
• Sportabzeichen (German Sports Badge) testing Official DOSB German Sports Badge testing and certification service covering endurance, strength, speed and coordination. Free for members; 5 EUR guest fee. Delivered with Sportabzeichen-Digital platform and annually hosting the DOSB Sportabzeichen Tourstopp.
• KinderSportAkademie (KiSA) Children's sports academy for ages 3-6 delivering structured general athletic development and motor-skill building.
• KinderKampfsportAkademie (KiKA) Children's martial arts academy introducing combat sports to young learners.
• KinderBallsportAkademie (KiBA) Children's ball-sports academy that exposes children to multiple ball sports before specialisation.
• KinderLeichtathletikAkademie (KiLA) Children's athletics academy focused on running, jumping, and throwing disciplines for young athletes.
• Mini-KiSa Windelflitzer Baby and toddler movement programme (Mini-KiSa 'Windelflitzer') for ages 6-36 months introducing basic physical activity.
• TaBa Tanz & Ballett (Children) Children's dance and ballet programme combining movement and artistic expression for kids.
• Betreuungseinrichtungen (Childcare facilities) Childcare facilities: Kinderkrippe Hampelmann (crèche), Waldkindergarten Waldhüpfer (forest kindergarten) and Sporthort FlickFlack (sports after-school care), plus Offener Ganztag full-day care.
• Feriencamps (Holiday Camps) School holiday camps offering more than 20 programmes including Sparkassen-Feriencamps, action, creative, self-defence, dance, outdoor nature and the Sprossen-Camp for ages 2-5.
• BürgerSporthalle rental Multi-purpose BürgerSporthalle (citizens' sports hall) opened 15 December 2021, available for rental for training, courses, workshops, school activities and events by external groups, schools and companies.
• Betriebliche Gesundheitsförderung (Corporate Wellness) Workplace health management and corporate wellness programmes offering preventive health, fitness and sports services to partner companies.
• Reha-/Funktionssport Rehabilitation and functional sports programmes including sports on medical prescription for recovery and preventive health.
• Inklusionssport (Inclusion and Adaptive Sports) Inclusion and adaptive sports including G-Judo (for people with intellectual disabilities), wheelchair sports (running over 30 years) and inclusive ball sports.
• Fechten (Fencing) Fencing programme offering instruction in this precision sword sport.
• Bogensport (Archery) Archery programme teaching traditional and modern archery techniques.
• FPV-Racing (Drone Racing) First-Person View drone racing programme for enthusiasts of competitive drone flying.
• Karate Karate martial arts programme for all skill levels.
• Leichtathletik (Track and Field) Athletics programme covering track and field disciplines.
• Triathlon Triathlon training programme combining swimming, cycling and running disciplines.
• Turnen (Gymnastics) Gymnastics programme for various age groups and skill levels.
• Trend- und Funsport (Parkour, Tricking, Roundnet) Trend and fun sports programmes covering Parkour (obstacle navigation), Tricking (acrobatic martial arts / breakdance elements) and Roundnet.
• Tauchen (Scuba Diving) Scuba diving programme offering underwater training and preparation for certification.
• Tennis Tennis programme with court facilities and coaching available.
• Tischkicker (Table Football) Table football (foosball) recreational activity at the club.
• Badminton Badminton programme offered as a fast-paced indoor racket sport.
• Walking & Wandern (Hiking) Walking and hiking programmes for recreational and health-oriented members.
• Monthly Newsletter (digital) Monthly digital newsletter service keeping members and supporters informed of club news, events, and sports offerings.
• Eintracht News (bi-annual print magazine + advertising) Bi-annual print and digital newsletter magazine (8,000 copies, ~4,500 postal subscribers) featuring advertising sales (145-1,550 EUR + VAT per placement) as a revenue stream.
• Club Membership Annual and monthly club memberships granting access to all sports, fitness, swimming, and other club facilities. Pricing tiered by age (children, additional children, adults) and family status. Available via the online membership portal eihi.pw-ng.de.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2,800 participants from 13 schools attended the DOSB Sportabzeichen Tourstopp on 19 June 2026
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

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Integration9 records

Partnerships

16 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• SportNews HildesheimcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026SportNews Hildesheim co-organizes the SportNews Hildesheim Padel-Liga with Eintracht Hildesheim. The league runs April-September 2026 with three divisions (Kreisliga, Bezirksliga, Landesliga). Results are published on the SportNews Hildesheim website, creating joint brand visibility.
• BookAndPlaycoreTechnology or Integration · 1 October 2025BookAndPlay is the digital booking platform used by Eintracht Hildesheim for padel court reservations. Users register on BookAndPlay.de, book and pay for court time, and receive QR-code access. The platform also handles cancellations and provides real-time court availability.
• Sparkasse Hildesheim Goslar PeinemajorGTM or Marketing PartnerSparkasse is a premium partner of the Padel-Liga (SportNews Hildesheim Padel-Liga) and has been a long-standing sponsor of the Schwimmschule Nelio since January 2016, enabling its modern and new orientation. Sparkasse also provided complimentary water for the DOSB Sportabzeichen Tourstopp participants. Listed as a main supporter on the club's website.
• Volksbank Hildesheimer BördecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a supporter of Eintracht Hildesheim. The Volksbank provides banking services including the club's bank accounts (IBAN: DE02 2519 3331 4000 3876 00, BIC: GENODEF1HIH).
• St. Bernward KrankenhausminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a supporter of Eintracht Hildesheim. As a hospital, potential partnership areas include rehabilitation sports, health programs, and corporate wellness.
• DAK-GesundheitcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerDAK-Gesundheit is the health partner ('Gesundheitspartner') of the Schwimmschule Nelio and the club's broader health and sports offerings. DAK provides subsidies for courses and training for its members, and bonus programs (DAK AktivBonus) for fitness activities including trackers and running shoes.
• ErimaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerErima (sports apparel and equipment brand) is listed as a club supporter. Likely provides sports equipment or apparel sponsorship.
• ichbindeinauto.deminorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a supporter of Eintracht Hildesheim. ichbindeinauto.de is a corporate partner that supports the club.
• HansefitcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerHansefit is a corporate fitness network. Eintracht Hildesheim offers Hansefit members free access to Bz balance fitness studio and Schwimmhalle Hempelmann, plus a 12 EUR discount per day on padel court bookings. This partnership channels corporate employees to the club's facilities and generates referrals.
• 1KOMMA5°minorGTM or Marketing PartnerEnergy technology company that sponsored new cheerleading uniforms for the Gators Revolt U16 team, demonstrating community corporate support for youth sports.
• PetroferminorGTM or Marketing PartnerIndustrial company that co-sponsored new cheerleading uniforms for the Gators Revolt U16 team.
• Mini Markt aus Einum (via Marco Chiapetta)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal retail business (Mini Markt from Einum) provided accessories (matching bows) for the new cheerleading uniforms of Gators Revolt U16, coordinated through club member Marco Chiapetta.
• Deutscher Olympischer Sportbund (DOSB)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDOSB selected Eintracht Hildesheim as the host venue for the DOSB Sportabzeichen Tourstopp on 19 June 2026. The event was co-organized with KreisSportBund Hildesheim and LandesSportBund Niedersachsen. DOSB also provides the Sportabzeichen-Digital platform used by the club.
• KreisSportBund HildesheimcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal sports federation that co-organized the DOSB Sportabzeichen Tourstopp at Eintracht Hildesheim and supports the club's broader sports programming.
• LandesSportBund NiedersachsencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerState sports federation of Lower Saxony that co-organized the DOSB Sportabzeichen Tourstopp and granted the club recognition as an 'Anerkannter Stützpunktverein'.
• EVI (Energieversicherung Hildesheim)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerListed as a premium partner of the Padel section of Eintracht Hildesheim, alongside Sparkasse.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• TSV Hannover-Burgdorf: Handball Bundesliga club based in the Hannover/Lower Saxony region, operating as a traditional e.V. with elite men's handball and supporting youth/amateur handball sections. Directly comparable as the most direct geographic and sport peer for Eintracht's handball Bundesliga ambition.
• TSV 1860 München: One of Germany's largest traditional multi-sport Vereine, founded 1860, combining amateur mass-sport offerings across many disciplines with semi-professional football and ice hockey teams. Highly comparable to Eintracht Hildesheim as a regional, membership-driven multi-sport club with deep community roots and elite competitive sections.
• SC Charlottenburg Berlin: One of Germany's largest traditional multi-sport Vereine, based in Berlin, offering 20+ sports disciplines, youth academies, fitness, and corporate wellness. Directly comparable scale and breadth of offering to Eintracht Hildesheim's Sportangebot structure.
• MTV 1879 München: Long-established Munich multi-sport Verein with very broad sport, fitness, youth, and family offerings similar in structure to Eintracht Hildesheim. Comparable as a breadth-of-offering peer and German traditional Vereinsstruktur.
• TVB Stuttgart (TV Bittenfeld 1898): Handball Bundesliga club organized as a traditional Verein, combining competitive handball with broader community sport offerings. Comparable in combining semi-pro handball ambition with a traditional multi-sport Verein base.
• Hannover 96: Traditional Lower Saxony sports club headquartered in Hannover with both professional football and a broader e.V. membership structure supporting multiple amateur sports and youth development. Directly comparable as a same-state peer with overlapping regional catchment and similar Verein governance.
• Bayer 04 Leverkusen (Turn- und Sportverein): Famous German multi-sport club operating football, handball, basketball, athletics, and dozens of amateur sports under one umbrella association. Directly comparable as a broad German Verein combining community sport, youth academies, fitness, and elite-team competition.
• Bergischer HC: Handball Bundesliga club with a traditional Verein base, operating elite men's and women's teams alongside amateur/youth sections. Comparable to Eintracht on the handball side and the model of combining Bundesliga-level competition with a broad amateur membership.

Broad incumbents

• SC Magdeburg: Major German handball club with multiple Olympic and European championship titles, combining elite competitive handball with broader sports and community programming. Comparable on the elite-handball side and the broader Vereinsstruktur, but operates at substantially larger scale.
• SG Flensburg-Handewitt: Top-tier German handball Bundesliga club operating as a traditional German sports club with elite and youth/amateur sections. Comparable as a peer on the handball side, including grassroots pathways and youth-development programs similar to Eintracht's handball section.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC_w5LWt9uxZnBR_LrQactBg
• Facebookde-de.facebook.com/eihi1861
• Instagraminstagram.com/eintrachthildesheim_official
• TikToktiktok.com/@eintracht.hildesheim

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries2 records

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