On this page, you'll find information about the sports courses offered at the university (both free and paid), cooperations with external sports associations and gyms, and upcoming sports events.
If you have any questions or would like to request a specific sport or offer a course yourself, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can send an e-mail to the university sports address or Ulrike Schneider, or contact us by phone (06722 502 2841). For a personal appointment, please contact us in advance!
Upcoming Dates
- September 27, 2025 → Rheinweinlauf – learn more
- October 14, 2025 → University Sports Welcome Days Info Stand: Lecture Hall Building, 8:30 am to 2 p.m.
- October 18, 2025 → Charity Relay Race, with teams of students, employees, Geisenheim town administrators and TSG members: Rheingau-Stadion
News
On Saturday, October 18, the university will be hosting a special sports event as part of the Welcome Week for new students together with the Turnerschaft Geisenheim (TSG) association.
At the event, attendees can get to know the university's ultimate frisbee and basketball clubs, take part in archery offered by the TSG, and participate in a charity relay race.
Currently, four teams are signed up to run 15 minutes on the relay track – every 50 meters, the baton will be passed and another donation of at least €5 added to the pot. The proceeds will go towards a good cause that will be announced at the event.
Schedule:
2 p.m.: Ultimate Frisbee, basketball and archery
Everyone's invited to take part!
3 p.m.: Start of the charity fun run
The teams:
- Employees of the Geisenheim municipal administration
- Members of the Geisenheim gymnastics club
- Employees of Geisenheim University
- Students at Geisenheim University
This race is not about performance, but about having fun, being together, and supporting a good cause!
In addition to the sporting events, there will of course be food and drinks provided by the Geisenheim Gymnastics Club.
We are still looking for runners! You only need nine people to form a team.
We also need volunteers to help with timekeeping, etc.
Please contact Ulrike Schneider for more information.
Starting October 21, a new HipHop Commercial class will be running throughout the winter semester, led by experienced dance instructor Bella Kegel. This free class is being held in cooperation with the Turnerschaft Geisenheim.
More information is available below, and via the following link.
On July 2, 2025, the FC Campus mini-pitch tournament took place at the Rheingau Stadium in Geisenheim. Despite stormy weather at times and heated battles on the pitch, the event kept an exciting and playful atmosphere. The organizer, FC Campus, provided cool drinks and delicious Fleischkäswegle – meatloaf sandwiches – to keep the players going on the hottest day of the year.
The FP Schorle team put in a strong performance right from the start and fought their way confidently through the group stage and the final round. In the grand final, they faced the team “Alles für die Katz”. In a thrilling and exciting final, FP Schorle finally prevailed and secured the overall win, topping off their mini-pitch career with a title and a fitting farewell for the end of their studies.
Fair play, passion, and a great atmosphere were the theme of the day. Despite a temporary weather-related break, the spectators and teams were able to enjoy a successful day of soccer and round off the tournament with music and drinks.
On May 7, 2025, Él Clásico returned to the Rheingau Stadium in Geisenheim. With last year's narrow penalty shootout, FC Campus almost ended the Weinelf's long winning streak, but couldn't quite keep their cool. This year's match was similarly close, with the game decided in regular time and ending 1-2 in favor of the Weinelf.
FC Campus took a 1-0 lead in the first half with a spectacular free kick from our striker Niels Biegeler. But before the break, the Weinelf equalized with a precise free kick from Marius “Dille” Dillmann (Weingut Dillmann, Geisenheim). Shortly before the half-time whistle, the Weinelf then scored the 1-2 through Christian Franzen from Bremm on the Moselle. As a result, there were several substitutions on both sides, and some trial players who had trained with the Weinelf before the Clásico were also brought on. In the end, the final score remained 1-2.
The highlight of the day was the popular third half, which featured good conversation over wine and beer. Our grill master Daniel Bercher took care of the food and drink, so that nothing stood in the way of a happy conclusion to the event. All in all, it was a very successful day – in this spirit, thank you to the Weinelf and everyone who helped out on the day. We're looking forward to the next Él Clásico!
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Hat Tournament in Marburg
On April 12, 2025, Hochschule Geisenheim University's ultimate frisbee team headed to Marburg to take part in a hat tournament. In this type of tournament, all the participating players are taken from their original teams, mixed up and put into new teams for the day.
Since 'Ultimate Geisenheim' arrived in Marburg with six players and six teams were formed on the day, each team ended up with one Geisenheimer. That means we technically got first place! And second… and third… and fourth…
A big thank you goes to Marburg's 'Erdferkel' team for their fantastic organization and an all-round successful day!
14th Organ Donation Run by the German Society of Surgery (DGCH) in March 2025 – Join in!
Hochschule Geisenheim University is taking part in the virtual organ donation run to help raise awareness for this important topic.
The main aim of the run is to raise public awareness of organ donation and organ transplants. Despite an extremely positive attitude towards organ donation, with 84% of the population supporting the idea, only 36% of Germans possess an organ donor card. As a result, around 9,000 patients wait in vain for a donor organ every year, and up to three people die on the waiting lists every day.
The €15 entry fee will be paid by the university.
€5 will be donated to social organizations working in the field of organ transplants.
Organization/dates/deadlines:
Date: Sunday, March 30, 2025.
Meeting point: Old Beverage Technology Center (GTZ) at 3:00 pm
Finish: Old GTZ, at approx. 5:00 om, with a small closing ceremony
Races: You have the option to choose between 2.5 km walking, 5 km running or 10 km running
Registration deadline: March 30, 2025
Please send registrations by email to Bernd Lindemann.
If you have any other queries, please contact the health management team or Hochschulsport(at)hs-gm.de.
The TGM is a small multi-sports club with its own sports hall in Mittelheim. Its main focus is on fitness, but Nordic walking and mountain biking are also available in various groups. TGM is currently the only club offering archery and pickleball in the Rheingau region!
A new, regular functional yoga program will be starting on March 5, 2025.
Functional yoga combines powerful, functional movements with the flowing elements of yoga for more strength, flexibility and balance. The program is suitable for beginners and advanced practitioners.
The courses on offer are for members only, but everything can be tried out free of charge.
The exercise schedule with a list of all the courses offered can be found on the TGM's website.
January 24-25, 2025: DHM Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Bielefeld
Anna bravely registered to compete in the German University Championships for apparatus gymnastics as an individual entry, and did a fantastic job representing Hochschule Geisenheim University. Congratulations Anna!
Anna's Report:
The day of the competition I woke up knowing that I'd not be able to perform to the best of my ability; I'd caught a nasty flu the week before and didn't yet feel fully recovered. I still decided to go to enjoy the feeling and with the hope that I'd be able to perform at least one routine.
When my competition time started at around 7:00 pm, I warmed up and decided I was fit enough to do the first apparatus, the parallel bars, and would then see how it went from there. Parallel bars is the apparatus I'm most nervous about in competitions, as something always goes wrong. However, the atmosphere throughout the hall was excellent, with everybody cheering everyone else on and the stage full of happy, celebrating students.
My parallel bars routine actually went really well – it wasn't perfect, but I didn't fall and was pleased with what I did. After the parallel bars, I decided to do beam as well, which was also a success. It was quite a difficult routine and I'm never really sure if I'm going to get everything right. But despite all the circumstances, I managed it, didn't fall and was so proud of myself. I ended up thinking it would be stupid to stop now after my routines had been going so well, so carried on.
I also performed solidly on my floor routine, and it was a lot of fun to have so many spectators. When the vault went really well afterwards – I even had the 3rd highest score in the competition – I was exhausted, but also extremely happy and proud.
I'd promised myself I wouldn't, whether from disappointment or by hurting myself, and that I'd have fun, and I'm pleased to say I kept my promise!
Overall, I came 10th in the individual ranking, which is a result that I'm very proud of.
All in all, it was a great experience and something that I would love to do again. Unfortunately I can't take part this summer, but will hopefully have time to compete next year!
Basketball
The course is aimed at anyone who wants to play basketball, regardless of whether you already have club or school sports experience or are simply interested in learning the sport. The exact program will be based on your wishes, but playing basketball together will stay the main focus.
We're looking forward to seeing you!
Instructor: Pascal Popp
Start: October 2, 2025, Wednesdays
Period: Until February 2026
Location: Sports hall at the Rheingaugymnasium, Geisenheim
Time: 8:00–10:00 pm
Registration in Stud.IP
The number of places is limited. If the course is full, you will be placed on the waiting list and will automatically move up when a place becomes available.
Functional Fitness
Interested in a varied workout session where you can improve your strength, dynamics, flexibility and coordination? In functional fitness training, we achieve this through exercises with your own body weight, as well as the use of TRX sling trainers, battle ropes, slam balls, resistance bands and much more. By varying the sequence of exercises and adapting the exercise and break times, no two training sessions are the same. This ensures variety and new training stimuli, for both beginners and advanced athletes! *If you have any pre-existing conditions, especially joint and back problems, you should seek medical advice beforehand.
Trainer:Mark Hoffstaedter, Fitnesstrainer
Start: October 23, 2025, Thursdays
Period: 13 sessions, ending December 12, 2025
Location: Old gymnastics hall at the Rheingaugymnasium, Geisenheim
Time: 7:00 to 7:45 pm
Registration in Stud.IP - from April 3, 2025
The number of places is limited. If the course is full, you will be placed on the waiting list and will automatically move up when a place becomes available.
Football – FC Campus
The FC Campus football course is aimed at anyone who enjoys playing football, whether club or recreational players. Football offers students a good change of pace and the chance to make friend with students in different semesters and programs, both on and off the pitch.
We also have a number of events such as football tournaments, matches against other universities (if dates are available) and the annual match against the wine team, which we try to organize during the semester.
So if you're up for a bit of extra-curricular football, come along and have some fun at FC Campus!
Trainer: Elias Brämer
Monday session:
- Start: October 20, 2025
- Location: SV 1919 Johannisberg, Johannisberg
- Time: 7:00–9:00 pm
- Period: Winter semester 2025/26
Registration in Stud.IP. You can also register via the WhatsApp group.
Events:
Él Clásico – The traditional match between FC Campus and the ‘Deutsche Weinelf’ takes place every year in May. You can find the article about the match in the 2025 summer semester and pictures under “News” (see above).
FC Campus Mini-Pitch Tournament - A tournament with teams such as ‘FP Schorle’, ‘Alles für die Katz’, ‘Ballertdasdarein LA Geisenheim’, and many more is always a highlight of the semester with lots of fun, sports, and socializing. Further information about the last tournament on July 2, 2025, can be found on this page under News (see above).
HIIT - High Intensity Interval Training
High Intensity Interval Training combines short, high-intensity exercise phases with short recovery phases. HIIT improves maximum oxygen supply and leads to increased calorie consumption during and after training as well as effective muscle building thanks to the simultaneous use of several muscle groups. To ensure a holistic workout, the HIIT units are complemented with stability and core exercises. Mobility and stretching exercises are done during the warm ups and cool downs. As everyone can determine the intensity of the individual exercises and training units themselves, this training is suitable for almost all levels*. I look forward to seeing you!
* If you have any pre-existing conditions, especially joint and back problems, you should seek medical advice beforehand.
Trainer: Mark Hoffstaedter, Fitnesstrainer
Start: October 23, 2025, Thursdays
Period: 13 sessions until December 12, 2025
Location: Old gymastics hall at the Rheingaugymnasium, Geisenheim
Time: 7:50–8:30 pm
Registration in Studi.IP- from October 15, 2025
The number of places is limited. If the course is full, you will be placed on the waiting list and will automatically move up when a place becomes available.
HipHop Commercial
I'm Bella and starting this semester, I'll be teaching the new HipHop Commercial class at Hochschule Geisenheim University. Since 2016, I've been teaching various dance styles such as hip hop, commercial, and heels, and I've had the opportunity to work with kids, teens, and adults.
In my courses, you will learn a variety of choreographies. It is particularly important to me to create a space where everyone feels comfortable and we can simply share our passion for dancing with each other.
If you want to check out what to expect, feel free to visit me on Instagram: @bella_kegel
What to bring with you:
- Comfortable sports clothes
- Gym shoes or sneakers
- Something to drink
Trainer: Isabella Kegel
Start: October 21, 2025, Tuesdays
Period: until February 24, 2026
Location: sports hall in the Rheingaugymnasium, Geisenheim
Time: 7:15–8:15 pm
Registration in Studip from October 15, 2025
The number of places is limited. If the course is full, you will be placed on the waiting list and will automatically move up when a place becomes available.
Swimming
This swimming course is aimed at advanced swimmers who want to improve their technique and endurance.
The course is not suitable for beginners: You should be able to swim at least 200 m at a time in two different swimming strokes.
Trainer: Mechthild Fröhlich
Start: October 222, 2025, Wednesdays
Period: until February 11 2026
Location: Rheingaubad, Geisenheim
Time: 6:15–7:30 pm
Registration inStud.IP- from October 15, 2025
The number of places is limited. If the course is full, you will be placed on the waiting list and will automatically move up when a place becomes available.
Ultimate Frisbee
We are ULTIMATE GEISENHEIM, the university's Ultimate Frisbee team! Ultimate Frisbee is a dynamic, fast-paced team sport that combines elements of handball, basketball and American football – played without referees, contactless and fair. We focus on the fun of the game – whether you're a beginner or experienced player, everyone is welcome! We train every week and those who want to can also take part in tournaments from time to time. Fancy some action, team spirit and fair competition? Then come along and throw with us!
Trainer:Simon Gabriel
Start: October 13, 2025, Mondays
Period: until the end of February 2026
Location: sports hall of the Rheingaugymnasium, Geisenheim
Time: 8:00–10:00 pm
Registration inStud.IPfrom October 15, 2025
The number of places is limited. If the course is full, you will be placed on the waiting list and will automatically move up when a place becomes available.
Volleyball
The volleyball course is for anyone who wants to play a few rounds, with or without previous experience. Our aim is to play some good games and have a fun time together.
Trainer:Josua Garthe
Start: October 15, 2025, Wednesdays
Period: until the end of February, 2026
Location: sports hall at the Rheingaugymnasium, Geisenheim
Time: 8:00–10:00 pm
Registration in Stud.IPfrom October 15, 2025
The number of places is limited. If the course is full, you will be placed on the waiting list and will automatically move up when a place becomes available.
Cooperations
Turnerschaft Geisenheim (TSG) – Free Participation in the Complete Program
You can now take part in all the activities offered by Turnerschaft Geisenheim free of charge.
You do not have to pay a membership fee – the costs are covered by the university.
How to take part:
Please present your valid student ID to the trainer without being asked. This is all you need to do to join in, but your name will be added to the registration list for adminstrative purposes.
Sports Courses Offered by Hochschule RheinMain
Students at Hochschule Geisenheim University can take part in university sports offered at Hochschule RheinMain in Wiesbaden.
You simply need to register online and enter ‘HS Geisenheim student’ where it asks for your status.
Booking is possible at any time provided there is still capacity.
Cooperations with Local Gyms
Benefits of the Cooperation
By presenting a student ID card or a confirmation letter from the University Sports Office, HGU students and employees only need to pay €19 to register at the gym (instead of the standard €39 registration fee).
The weekly membership fee for HGU students and employees costs just €9.99, and the subscription can be cancelled monthly from the moment it starts. Membership includes use of the cardio and strength-training equipment at each of the three gyms, which are located in Oestrich-Winkel and Wiesbaden Biebrich.
What's Included in the Membership
- Cardio equipment
- Strength training equipment (machines and free weights)
- GYM80 machines (Made In Germany)
- Air-conditioned training rooms
- NO industry-standard annual trainer/service fees
- Free water fountains
- Free parking in barrier-protected parking lots
About AFC Fitness/David Fitness/Halle46
We offer professional expertise and high-quality training equipment at fair and transparent prices. At our gyms, we attach particular importance to high-quality equipment and the training of our employees to ensure that they will be able to assist you with your individual training based on the latest science. The friendly and casual atmosphere in the studio also helps to create a perfect environment for you to achieve your fitness goals.
Additional Contract Information
HGU students have the opportunity to pause their membership for up to three months a year free of charge, allowing them to stay flexible during the semester break.
There is also the option to book additional upgrades, including access to our sauna and/or functional training courses.
Getting Started
Arrange a free trial session either by phone (06723 885 885) or via the website: www.afc-fitness.de.
clever fit Geisenheim, Industriestraße 40, 65366 Geisenheim
- €29.90 monthly fee with a valid student ID
- One-time registration fee of €49.90
- Service fee of €29.90 every six months
Contact: Website and telephone (+49 (0) 6722 4025125)
Courses and Clubs in Geisenheim and the Surrounding Area
TSG Geisenheim (gymnastics and other sports)
Blaubachstraße 12
65366 Geisenheim
E-mail | Website | Schedule
TGR Rüdesheim (gymnastics and other sports)
Kaiserstraße 6A
65385 Rüdesheim am Rhein
Website | Schedule
WSV Geisenheim (rowing and canoeing)
E-mail | Website | Summer schedule | Winter schedule
Judo Club Geisenheim e.V.
Lehnstraße 10
65366 Geisenheim
Website
Ju-Jutsu Dojo Geisenheim e.V.
Eisenbahnstrasse 1
65375 Oestrich-Winkel
Website
Rheingauer Schwimmclub RSC (swimming)
Gutenbergstraße 15
65375 Oestrich-Winkel
E-mail | Website
Shodan-Do Karate Geisenheim e.V.
Dr.-Schramm-Straße 1
65366 Geisenheim
Website
Shotokan-Karate-Dojo Rüdesheim e.V.
E-mail | Website | Tel.: 06722 910668
Tauchclub Oktopus Rüdesheim e.V. (diving)
Mauerackerweg 3
65366 Geisenheim
E-mail | Website | Tel.: +49 17128 67885
Tennis und Badminton Club Eltville 1951 e.V.
E-mail | Website | Tel.: 0151 2004 8593
Tennisclub Geisenheim-Marienthal e.V.
Marienthaler Straße 1a
65366 Geisenheim
E-mail | Website | Tel.: 06722 71210
Tischtennisverein TTV Eibingen 1960 e.V. (table tennis)
E-mail | Website | Tel.: 0157 58239354
General Information
The University Sports Office has four mountain bikes available to rent. If you are interested in renting a mountain bike, please contact us via e-mail to arrange an appointment: hochschulsport(at)hs-gm.de
Registration:
You need to register for your desired sports course via StudIP.
The courses are set up online for each new semester, and the participants from the previous semester are deleted. You can register again at the beginning of each semester.
You will be informed via e-mail when you can register for the courses.
Waiting List:
There is a limit to the number of participants for some courses. There is, however, a waiting list.
Paid Courses:
Registration is always binding for courses for which a fee is charged. Please note that if you do not pay the course fees on time, we will unfortunately have to remove you from the list so that others can take your place.
Fees:
Students – €20.00
Staff members – €50.00
The courses comprise around 7 to 10 total sessions.
Currently, there are no paid courses on offer.
Last updated: 14.03.2024
The range of sports offered by the local sports clubs in and around Geisenheim is varied and professional. The membership fees for these clubs are usually in the double-digit range for a whole year.
Please contact the clubs directly to find out more and apply to become a member. You can find the contact details of some clubs on the University Sports page.
You are also welcome to contact the University Sports Coordinator if you have any questions or would like support.
Accident Insurance for Students
Students of Hochschule Geisenheim University are only covered by statutory accident insurance if they attend official university sports courses organised by Hochschule Geisenheim University during the specified times and under the direction of an official university sports instructor. The same applies to official competitions in which Hochschule Geisenheim University participates as an adh member.
Accidents must be immediately reported to the Admissions Office and the University Sports Coordinator.
There is no insurance cover for students outside of the situation described above.
Accident Insurance for Employees and Guests
Employees of Hochschule Geisenheim University use the university sports program outside of their working hours. If an accident occurs when attending the university sports program, it cannot be considered an accident at work or on duty and is therefore not covered by statutory accident insurance. Employees and guests of Hochschule Geisenheim University who use the university sports program are not covered by the university's statutory accident insurance.
Forms
Information on Partner Associations
The OLYMPIASTÜTZPUNKT HESSEN is service organization that is sponsored by the Landessportbundes Hessen e.V. (Hesse's Sports Federation) and is part of the promotion of elite sport by the German Olympic Sports Confederation. The The services offered by Olympiastützpunkt Hessen are available to the central olympic organizations and their state athletes. These services include sports medicine, training support, biomechanical and performance diagnostics and, last but not least, career coordination for athletes, i.e. career counselling and environment management. The extended range of services includes the "Haus der Athleten" sports residency. Around 400 top athletes from over 20 different sports are currently being served by the organization.
The Allgemeine Deutsche Hochschulsportverband (ADH), or the German University Sports Federation, is the umbrella organization for university sports institutions in Germany. Over 190 universities, around 2.4 million students and 550,000 employees are currently members of ADH. In addition to advocating for the interests of its member universities, the ADH is active in the area of national and international competitive sport, qualification, and knowledge management.
