SV Salamander Kornwestheim 1894 e.V.

What SV Salamander Kornwestheim 1894 e.V. does

SV Salamander Kornwestheim 1894 e.V. is a registered non-profit multi-sport club (eingetragener Verein) founded in 1894 and headquartered at Bogenstraße 35, Kornwestheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. As of the May 2025 Delegates' Assembly, the club reports 5,815 members across more than 20 sports departments spanning team sports (football, handball, volleyball, American football/cheerleading), individual sports (tennis, swimming, athletics, gymnastics, badminton, table tennis, karate, aikido, darts, dance), rehabilitation sport (orthopedics, heart, lung, post-cancer, certified under SGB IX §64), inclusive sport (Behindertensport, 46 Plus for people with Down-Syndrom), and senior-specific programming. The club owns and operates the SVK FunSportZentrum, a multifunctional sports facility running for over 25 years with approximately 2,050 facility members and reported 40% revenue growth over two years.

The business model rests on recurring annual membership dues governed by the Beitragsordnung 2026-2027 (collected via SEPA direct debit), separate FunSportZentrum membership fees, donations (PayPal/bank transfer/credit card, with tax-deductible receipts), and event revenue from recurring community gatherings such as the Weinfestival, Kindersportwoche, SVK Ehrung, Neujahresempfang, SVK Fasching, and SVK Tenniscamp. Distribution is entirely direct: an online membership application portal, in-person enrollment at the Geschäftsstelle, and department-level intake across all 20+ departments. There is no proprietary technology platform; the digital stack consists of commodity integrations (Google Analytics, reCAPTCHA, PayPal, Diginights ticketing, Eye-Able accessibility, Facebook plug-in) and a website that is the primary marketing channel alongside community events, word-of-mouth referrals ('Mitglieder werben Mitglieder'), and a double opt-in newsletter.

Governance is by an elected Präsidium (President Gerhard Bahmann, in office since 2010 and awarded the Landesehrennadel Baden-Württemberg in May 2025) with day-to-day operations led by Geschäftsführer Thomas Eeg. The organization is community-rooted, holding the Qualitätsmerkmal Kinderschutz seal from Landkreis Ludwigsburg and partnering with Landratsamt Ludwigsburg on the 'Gemeinsam gegen Kinder- und Jugendadipositas' initiative, the Württembergischer Behinderten- und Rehasportverband for rehab certification, SportRegion Stuttgart for elite athlete development, and numerous local corporate sponsors. Operating geography is limited to Kornwestheim and the Ludwigsburg district.

Name

SV Salamander Kornwestheim 1894 e.V.

Legal name

SV Salamander Kornwestheim 1894 e.V.

Website

https://sv-kornwestheim.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1894

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

SV Salamander Kornwestheim 1894 e.V. is a non-profit multi-sport club in Kornwestheim, Germany, serving 5,815 members across 20+ sports departments and operating the FunSportZentrum facility, with revenue from membership dues, facility fees, donations, and community events.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Sports Club Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394), Sports Teams and Clubs (711211), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Local Amateur Clubs & Community Sports Organizations (MPAKACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth & Scholastic Sports Organizations (K–12, AAU, Club Leagues) (MPAKACAF), Sports Fundraising & Development Services (Foundations, NIL Collectives Support) (MPAKAKAK), Sports Compliance, Governance & Integrity Services (Safeguarding, Anti-Doping, Match Integrity) (MPAKAKAM), Sports Community Relations & Grassroots Program Management (MPAKAKAJ)

Keywords

• Multi-sport club services
• Rehabilitation sports programs
• Youth sports programs
• Community sports events
• Disability sports programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Kornwestheim

HQ country

Germany

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 Dues: Annual membership fees collected via SEPA direct debit on the first working day of the year. Fee structure per Beitragsordnung 2026-2027 with possible reductions for students, retirees, FSJ/BFD participants. Additional departmental fees may apply.
2. FunSportZentrum Fees: The club's own multifunctional sports facility (FunSportZentrum) generates revenue from approximately 2,050 members using the facility, with membership in the FunSportZentrum as a separate paid offering.
3. Donations: Donations accepted via PayPal, bank transfer, or credit card. Earmarked donations for specific departments or projects accepted. A donation receipt (Spendenquittung) is issued for tax purposes.
4. Event Revenue: Revenue from club events such as the Weinfestival, Kindersportwoche, and other community events. Ticketing for events uses Diginights GmbH platform.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

SV Salamander Kornwestheim 1894 e.V. is a registered non-profit multi-sport club (eingetragener Verein) that delivers sports training and participation across more than 20 sports departments (football, handball, swimming, tennis, gymnastics, athletics, badminton, aikido, darts, volleyball, and more). It also operates the SVK FunSportZentrum, a multifunctional sports facility serving about 2,050 members, and offers certified rehabilitation sport (Reha-Sport), inclusive sports for people with disabilities, and dedicated youth programs under the MOVE IT! concept. The club generates revenue through annual membership dues, FunSportZentrum fees, community events, and donations.

Product overview

SV Salamander Kornwestheim 1894 e.V. is a multi-sport club with over 20 sports departments offering recreational and competitive sports for all ages. The club operates the SVK FunSportZentrum as its primary facility and provides specialized services including rehabilitation sports (Reha-Sport), disability sports, and children/youth sports through the MOVE IT! program. The club organizes numerous annual events including the Weinfestival, Kindersportwoche, Ehrungsveranstaltung, Neujahresempfang, and Fasching party. Online membership application and data management services are available. The club focuses on community engagement, child protection, and inclusive sports offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SVK: Common abbreviation for SV Salamander Kornwestheim 1894 e.V. used throughout the website and communications.
• SV Kornwestheim
• Cougars
• SVK FunSportZentrum
• MOVE IT!

Products and services

• SVK FunSportZentrum Multifunctional sports facility operated by SV Kornwestheim for over 25 years, offering fitness and health training with approximately 2,050 members; revenue grew 40% over two years.
• MOVE IT! Kinder- & Jugendsport Sport concept for children and youth promoting enthusiasm for sport and healthy lifestyle from early years, covering ages 2 to 20, including holiday camps, swimming, football, gymnastics, and more.
• Reha-Sport (Rehabilitation Sports)
• 46 Plus
• Behindertensport (Disabled Sports)
• Breitensport
• Seniorenangebote
• Sportabteilungen (20+ sports departments)
• Online-Mitgliedsantrag (Annual Club Membership)
• SVK Weinfestival Annual wine festival on the Salamander Areal in Kornwestheim, ticketed via Diginights.
• SVK Kindersportwoche 2026 Holiday-camp program for children ages 6-12 featuring sports, games, full-day program, meals, and drinks; member and non-member pricing tiers available.
• SVK Tenniscamp 2026 Annual tennis holiday camp for children and youth, led by trainer Silvia Schmidt, covering technique, conditioning, coordination, and competitive play.
• SVK Neujahresempfang Annual New Year's reception at the FunSportZentrum bringing together members, local politicians, and community stakeholders.
• SVK Fasching
• SVK Ehrungsveranstaltung Annual award ceremony honoring members for long-term membership, athletic achievements, and voluntary engagement.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40% revenue increase in two years for the FunSportZentrum
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration7 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• SportRegion Stuttgart (Team Los Angeles 2028)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 February 2025SVK athlete Johanna Göring (athletics) was selected as one of 12 athletes supported by SportRegion Stuttgart's Team Los Angeles 2028 initiative, supporting athletes' preparation for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
• PROMOBILcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPROMOBIL provides a free-to-use event/festival trailer (Fest- und Partyanhänger) including a Brenderup trailer with sales flap, marquee tent, 4 banquet sets, 6 standing tables, a bar refrigerator, and a professional gastro grill. This enables the club to participate at local events with professional equipment.
• Volksbank LudwigsburgcoreOthersClub's banking partner for membership fee collection (SEPA direct debit) and donation processing. The club's IBAN for membership fees is DE69600903000446866008 (BIC: GENODES1ZUF).
• PROMOBIL (Event Equipment Sponsor)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate sponsors including acsys, bolat, Buehler, Ergo, Franz, heidenreich, loft, luithard, pospole, Stuber, taxi, vodafone, and SVK's own logo are displayed as partners on the club's website, providing financial and in-kind support.
• Landratsamt Ludwigsburg (Initiative 'Gemeinsam gegen Kinder- und Jugendadipositas')coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSVK is a partner in the Landkreis Ludwigsburg's 'Gemeinsam gegen Kinder- und Jugendadipositas' initiative, alongside the Kreisärzteschaft, Krankenkassen, Rotary Club Bietigheim-Vaiyingen, and MTV Ludwigsburg. SVK offers free sports courses for children with obesity.
• Landratsamt LudwigsburgcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAwarded the 'Qualitätsmerkmal Kinderschutz' (Quality Seal for Child Protection) to the club, representing an official recognition and ongoing collaborative relationship on child welfare.
• 46Plus (Kooperationsverein)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner46Plus is a cooperative member club offering sports specifically for people with Down-Syndrom, with which SVK collaborates and recognizes at annual awards events.
• Württembergischer Behinderten- und Rehasportverband (WBRS)coreTechnology or IntegrationAll SVK rehabilitation sport courses are inspected and approved by the WBRS, ensuring compliance with the Rahmenvereinbarung über den Rehabilitationssport (SGB IX §64) standards.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• MTV Stuttgart 1843 e.V. Stuttgart-based multi-sport club with a comparable blend of competitive team sports, recreational departments, and youth programming — serving an overlapping Stuttgart-metro member base.
• Polizei-SV Stuttgart 1924 e.V. Stuttgart-metro multi-sport club with similar departmental breadth and membership-based recreation model, competing for the same amateur sports consumer segment.
• MTV Ludwigsburg 1846 e.V. Large multi-sport club in the neighboring Ludwigsburg district, comparable in scale and departmental breadth, and explicitly named as a co-partner of SVK in the Landkreis 'Gemeinsam gegen Kinder- und Jugendadipositas' initiative. Closest directly comparable peer.
• TSV Ludwigsburg 1846 e.V. Ludwigsburg-area multi-sport club offering team and individual sports with similar membership/dues model. Competes with SVK for the same Kornwestheim-Ludwigsburg member pool.

Others

• VR-Talentiade / Württembergischer Landessportbund (WLSB) member clubs: The WLSB is the umbrella organization coordinating all Württemberg amateur sports clubs including SVK; peer member clubs (e.g., other 5,000+ member Vereine in the region) form the competitive and best-practice cohort SVK benchmarks against for departmental offerings.

Broad incumbents

• TSV 1860 München e.V. Much larger and more professional German multi-sport club; relevant as a benchmark for how an amateur Verein scales into broader commercial and competitive operations across football, basketball, and multiple recreational departments.
• Kieser Training (Stuttgart region): Strength-focused commercial fitness chain with Stuttgart-area studios; competes for adult strength-training members who might otherwise join SVK's FunSportZentrum. Comparable on training-style and demographic but differentiated by SVK's insurance-funded Reha-Sport and youth offerings.
• Fit/One (or comparable Stuttgart-area low-cost gym chain): Commercial low-cost fitness chain operating in the Stuttgart metro, competing with SVK's FunSportZentrum and adult Breitensport on price and convenience for adult fitness members.

Emerging players

• 46Plus e.V. Specialized cooperative sports club for people with Down-Syndrom; listed as a strategic co-development partner of SVK, comparable on inclusive/disability sports programming and useful for benchmarking the niche 46 Plus offering SVK hosts.

Regional players

• TuS Metzingen 1886 e.V. Comparable-sized Baden-Württemberg amateur multi-sport club (founded 1886, similar heritage). Operates a similar membership-dues + departmental model in a different town (Metzingen), making it a useful regional structural benchmark rather than a direct local competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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Investors

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