mfc de Marke

What mfc de Marke does

MFC de Marke (legally Stichting Exploitatie Kulturhus De Marke) is a Dutch non-profit foundation operating a single multi-functional community center, or Kulturhus, at Daendelsweg 2-2a in Hattem, Netherlands. The organization's roots trace to a 1965 sports hall, which was renovated in 2002 to add multifunctional center functions; a swimming pool was added in 2012 and the full MFC de Marke opened in 2013. Today it operates a community swimming pool (Zwembad De Marke), a sports hall, a youth center (The HangOut for ages 10-23), and a portfolio of rentable meeting and event spaces (multifunctional hall up to 200 persons, Huskamer, flex workspace, sports hall). The facility also houses permanent tenants including Bibliotheek Noord-Veluwe (library), Verian (social services), Stichting Welzijn Hattem (welfare), and Sportschool Fespo (fitness gym), functioning as an integrated community hub.

The business model blends physical service revenue streams. Swimming pool access is sold via single tickets (€5.10–€6.90), multi-entry bath cards (€68.70 for 12 entries, €134.20 for 25 entries), and recurring subscriptions (lane swimming €42.70/month to €362.50/year; target group €49.20/month to €440.00/year; Aqua All-in €55.20/month to €480.00/year). Swimming lessons are packaged as A, AB, and ABC diploma programs ranging from €791.60 to €1,217.30 per package, plus private lessons (€42.40 per session) and accelerated courses. Hydrotherapy — a newer service launched in March 2026 with physiotherapist Kristel Sturrus — is offered in warm water (32-35°C) at €14.50 per group session and €30.00 per 1-on-1 session. Venue rentals (multifunctional hall, Huskamer, sports hall, flex workspace) are sold one-time to individuals, businesses, and organizations for events, meetings, trainings, and performances.

The customer base is primarily local residents of Hattem and surrounding municipalities, segmented into children and families (swimming education, family recreation), youth aged 10-23 (The HangOut), sports clubs and cultural organizations (space rentals), and healthcare/therapy clients (hydrotherapy). The center is supported by municipal partnership through the Krachtig Hattem program (launched March 2026) and operates with a lean team of approximately 10 employees under new leadership — Directrice Debora van der Pol (appointed February 2025) and Manager Kulturhus Leonie Brouwer (hired September 2025). Distribution is exclusively direct-to-consumer at the single physical site, with marketing conducted through the official website, email, phone, and municipal collaboration. No public revenue figures, funding rounds, or financial disclosures are available.

Name

mfc de Marke

Legal name

Stichting Exploitatie Kulturhus De Marke

Website

https://mfcdemarke.nl

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

MFC de Marke is a Dutch non-profit Kult

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Recreation Center

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Purpose Event Halls & Community Centers (THAHAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Aquatic Centers & Swimming Facilities (MPAKAEAF), Arenas & Indoor Sports Centers (MPAKAEAB)

Keywords

• Community recreation center
• Swimming pool services
• Event venue rental
• Youth programming
• Hydrotherapy services

Headquarters

HQ city

Hattem

HQ country

Netherlands

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Facility Rentals: Rental income from multifunctional halls, meeting rooms, flex spaces, Huskamer, and sports hall to individuals, businesses, and organizations for events, meetings, trainings, and performances.
2. Swimming Pool Access: Revenue from recreational swimming, lane swimming, and swimming lessons. Includes single-entry tickets, bath cards (10 and 25 entry), and subscription plans (monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, annual) for both general swimming and target group swimming.
3. Swimming Lessons: Comprehensive swimming lesson packages (A, AB, ABC diplomas) and accelerated courses, as well as private lessons and adult swimming lessons.
4. Hydrotherapy Services: Group hydrotherapy sessions and 1-on-1 therapy provided in warm water under physiotherapist supervision.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

MFC de Marke operates a multi-functional community center (Kulturhus) in Hattem, Netherlands, combining a heated indoor swimming pool, a sports hall, multiple meeting and event rooms, a youth center (The HangOut), and community programming under one roof. It delivers recreational swimming, swimming lessons, hydrotherapy, sports activities, youth programming, and venue hire to local residents, families, schools, sports clubs, and organizations. The center also hosts co-located tenants such as Bibliotheek Noord-Veluwe and Hattem Beweegt, functioning as a consolidated community hub.

Product overview

MFC de Marke is a Multi-Functional Community Center (Kulturhus) in Hattem, Netherlands, operating as a unified platform offering venue rental services, a community swimming pool, and youth programming. The core offerings include: Zwembad de Marke (swimming pool with lessons and hydrotherapy), meeting/event venue rentals (Multifunctionele zaal, Huskamer, Flexruimte), The HangOut youth center, and the broader Kulturhus housing partners like the local library, welfare organizations, and sports schools. The center also runs the Krachtig Hattem community program with activities for families.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Zwembad De Marke: Swimming pool facility offering swimming lessons, recreational swimming, lane swimming, and hydrotherapy services
• The HangOut
• Kulturhus De Marke

Products and services

• Zwembad De Marke (Swimming Pool) Public indoor swimming pool offering recreational swimming, swim lessons, and hydrotherapy. Open to local residents, families, schools, and individuals of all ages with age-tiered pricing for children, adults, and seniors.
• Krachtig Hattem (Fitness and Training Program) Structured fitness and training program for adults, offered multiple sessions per week with subscription and multi-payment options. Discounts available through the sport clubpas partnership.
• Sports Hall Rental (Sportzaal) Multi-purpose indoor sports hall with retractable seating and capacity for up to 140 spectators, supporting badminton, volleyball, gymnastics, and other indoor sports. Available for hire by local sports clubs, schools, and community groups.
• Meeting and Event Room Rental (Vergaderruimte & Verhuur) Three meeting and event rooms (de Marke 1, 2, and 3) with flexible seating layouts supporting 8-40 attendees each. Available for hire by organizations, businesses, and private parties for meetings, training, and events.
• The HangOut (Youth Center) Free drop-in social and recreational space for adolescents aged 12 and older, offering games, activities, and structured youth programming. Operated by the foundation as a community service.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Kristel Sturrus (Fysiotherapie)coreOthers · 3 March 2026Physiotherapist Kristel Sturrus provides hydrotherapy services at the swimming pool starting March 2026, offering therapy sessions for people with neurological conditions, arthritis, and mobility issues.
• Gemeente Hattem (Municipality of Hattem)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026MFC de Marke collaborates with the municipality on the Krachtig Hattem program since March 2026, providing activities for children, youth, and parents. The municipality funds and supports community programming through this initiative.
• Bibliotheek Noord-VeluwecoreOthersThe public library has a fixed space within MFC de Marke, allowing residents to borrow books on-site as part of the multi-functional center's integrated services.
• VerianminorOthersVerian provides social services from a fixed location within MFC de Marke, offering residents access to care-related inquiries and support.
• Stichting Welzijn HattemcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFoundation for wellbeing in Hattem collaborates on activities including film nights and community programs. They are a key partner in providing social welfare services.
• Sportschool FespominorOthersFitness gym Fespo is a tenant within MFC de Marke, offering fitness services to residents.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Optisport: Dutch sports and recreation facility operator managing public pools, sports halls, and fitness centers for municipalities. Closely comparable to MFC de Marke in operating community recreation infrastructure with mixed subscription and rental revenue.
• Sportfondsen Nederland: Major Dutch operator of public swimming pools and sports facilities across multiple municipalities. Runs community aquatic and sports infrastructure on a comparable operating model with subscription, lesson, and rental revenue streams.

Broad incumbents

• Sportbedrijf Rotterdam: Municipal sports operator for the City of Rotterdam, managing a large portfolio of swimming pools, sports halls, and community facilities. Larger scale and broader portfolio than MFC de Marke but functionally aligned in delivering community sports, lessons, and venue hire.
• SportUtrecht: Municipal sports organization for Utrecht operating sports halls, pools, and community programs. Comparable in providing multi-disciplinary community sports infrastructure with subscription and rental revenue models.
• Sportbedrijf Arnhem: Municipal sports operator for Arnhem managing swimming facilities and sports halls. Comparable in operating community aquatic and sports infrastructure for a mid-sized Dutch municipality with mixed fee and rental revenue.
• Sportbedrijf Amsterdam: Amsterdam's municipal sports company operating pools, sports halls, and recreation facilities citywide. Larger scale but directly comparable in providing community swimming lessons, sports programming, and event space rentals to local residents.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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