Strasbourg eurometropolis Handball

What Strasbourg eurometropolis Handball does

ESSAHB (Entente Strasbourg Schiltigheim Agglomération Handball) is a French non-profit amateur handball association (loi 1901) recognized as being of general interest, founded in 2014 through the merger of the handball sections of ASL Robertsau and HBC Schiltigheim. Operating across six gymnasiums in Strasbourg and Schiltigheim in the Grand Est region, the club fields approximately 26 competitive teams spanning all age categories — from Baby Hand programs for children aged 4+, through youth sections (U11-U18), to senior first teams competing at Nationale 2 (women) and Nationale 3 (men). It is described on its own site as the largest handball club in Grand Est, with 560+ licensed members, 100+ volunteers and sports educators, four teams at national level, and eight at the highest regional level.

Its product surface extends beyond team competition into structured referee training via the École d'Arbitrage (launched 2020, with 57 referees trained including a Nationale 1-level duo), seasonal holiday sports camps (U11/U13/U15 stages), two flagship tournament products (TJB for U11-U15 and EuroCup for elite U17/U18), and a Handfit corporate wellness program offering Handfit, Circuit Training, and Muscle Strengthening sessions to enterprise clients. A fully volunteer-driven governance is led by President Dzevad Libic and a Conseil d'Administration drawn from the merged clubs' heritage, with operational salaried staff supporting the Handfit program.

Revenue mechanics combine FFHB federation-licensed membership fees, tournament entry fees (€80-€120 per team) processed via Cup Manager, corporate sponsorship packages sold directly to local enterprises (LED banners, jersey branding, website and social media visibility), tax-deductible donations (66% deduction under 'intérêt général' status) collected through HelloAsso, official merchandise sold via the Adidas Team online storefront at a 30% member discount, and event ticketing through Weezevent. Operational funding is supplemented by institutional grants from Strasbourg Eurométropole, Ville de Schiltigheim, Région Grand Est, Collectivité Européenne d'Alsace, and Agence Nationale du Sport, alongside the discontinuation of the prior professional entity SEH at the end of the 2022-2023 season.

Name

Strasbourg eurometropolis Handball

Legal name

ESSAHB (Entente Strasbourg Schiltigheim Agglomération Handball)

Website

https://essahb.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Strasbourg Eurometropolis Handball (ESSAHB) is a non-profit amateur handball association in Strasbourg/Schiltigheim, France, operating 26 teams from age 4 to seniors across six gymnasiums for 560+ members, plus tournaments, referee training, and corporate wellness programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Strasbourg

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership/License Fees: Annual license fees for players across all categories from baby hand to seniors, managed through FFHB federation system
2. Tournament Registration Fees: Entry fees for EuroCup (100€ per team) and TJB (80€ per team) tournaments, with online registration via Cup Manager platform
3. Sponsorship and Partnership: Corporate partnerships offering LED advertising, jersey branding, central circle advertising, website visibility and social media exposure
4. Merchandise Sales: Adidas-branded merchandise sales through official club shop with 30% discount for members
5. Donations: Tax-deductible donations (66% tax deduction in France) supporting youth teams, arbitration school and club events
6. Handfit Corporate Program: Corporate sports programs (Handfit, Circuit Training, Muscle Strengthening) for companies with fiscal advantages up to 183.30€ per employee annually

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ESSAHB is a non-profit amateur handball club providing grassroots to elite-level handball training, competition, and development programs for players aged 4 through seniors in the Grand Est region of France. Core offerings include 26 competitive teams across multiple age/gender categories, an École d'Arbitrage (referee training school), international youth tournaments (TJB, EuroCup), corporate wellness programs (Handfit), and holiday sports camps.

Product overview

ESSAHB (Entente Strasbourg Schiltigheim Agglomération Handball) is a non-profit handball club operating as a multi-faceted sports organization with both competitive and developmental offerings. The core product is organized handball through nearly 30 teams spanning from Baby Hand (age 4+) through Senior competition, including national-level play in Nationale 2 and Nationale 3. Supporting the competitive structure are complementary programs: the École d'Arbitrage (referee training school), Handfit corporate wellness services, and seasonal holiday camps. The club also operates two flagship tournaments—the TJB (Tournoi des Jeunes Brasseurs) for youth and the EuroCup for elite youth teams—which serve as both community events and revenue generators. Merchandise is available through an Adidas Team partnership. All programs are administered through a volunteer-driven organizational structure with full licensing through the French Handball Federation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Handball Competition Teams Amateur handball teams across multiple age and skill categories from U11 to Seniors, including national-level teams in Nationale 2 and Nationale 3, licensed through the French Handball Federation (FFHB).
• Baby Hand / École de Hand Introductory handball programs for children starting at age 4, focusing on motor skill development through playful activities without competition. Nearly 40 mixed teams operate under age 9.
• Tournoi des Jeunes Brasseurs (TJB) Annual youth handball tournament held in June, hosting up to 100 teams in U11, U13, and U15 categories from France and Germany, with a €80 per team registration fee.
• EuroCup International youth tournament for high-level U17F and U18M teams competing in national championships, held annually in August, with team registration fees of €100.
• École d'Arbitrage (Referee Training School) Referee training school launched in 2020, providing training and support for young referees with the goal of reaching the highest levels of officiating. The club has 57 referees including 1 duo competing at Nationale 1 level.
• Handfit Corporate Wellness Corporate wellness and sports programs for businesses and individuals, including Handfit, Circuit Training, and muscle strengthening sessions. Offers 6-9% productivity increase and 30-40% absenteeism reduction for corporate clients.
• Holiday Sports Camps Handball training camps offered during school vacations (Toussaint, Winter, Easter) for various age categories (U11, U13, U15) with multi-sport and skill development focus. Prices range from €120-€150 for multi-day stages including meals.
• ESSAHB Membership (Licence) Annual club membership and FFHB (French Handball Federation) license for players, coaches, referees, and club officials across all categories, managed through the federation's system.
• Adidas Team Store (ESSAHB Merchandise) Official ESSAHB-branded merchandise and apparel available through the Adidas Team online store with exclusive 30% member discounts (code: ESSAHB30).
• Eurocamp (Pre-Tournament Training Camp) Pre-tournament training camp package offered during EuroCup, allowing teams to prepare at ESSAHB facilities and discover Strasbourg and Alsace.

Quantifiable outcome

• 6-9% productivity increase per employee for corporate wellness programs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Partnerships

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

• Fédération Française de Handball (FFHB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational federation governing all handball competitions. ESSAHB teams participate in FFHB-organized championships from departmental to national levels.
• Ligue Grand Est de HandballcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional handball league for Grand Est region. Partners with ESSAHB for referee training and competition organization.
• Comité du Bas-Rhin de HandballcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDepartmental handball committee. Organizes youth competitions and supports local club development.
• Strasbourg EurométropoleflagshipOthersMetropolitan area governing body. Primary institutional partner supporting club operations and facilities.
• Ville de SchiltigheimflagshipOthersMunicipality providing gymnasium facilities and local support for club activities.
• Région Grand EstcoreOthersRegional council providing funding and institutional support for sports development.
• Collectivité Européenne d'AlsacecoreOthersEuropean Collectivity of Alsace supporting regional sports initiatives.
• Agence Nationale du Sport (ANS)coreOthersNational sports agency providing funding for sports development and elite athlete support.
• AdidasflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial equipment supplier. Provides official club shop with exclusive 30% discount for members on all merchandise.
• Groupama Grand EstminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional insurance partner supporting club activities.
• NovalixminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTechnology partner providing IT services for club.
• EST MulticopieminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal printing and copying services partner.
• StrasOpticminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal optical services partner.
• Home AgencyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerReal estate agency partner.
• Le BoucanierminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRestaurant partner.
• PompacminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business partner.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/StrasbourgEurometropoleHB
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/straseh

Compliance2 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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