Stuttgart, Germany – The Swabian Gymnastics Association (STB) has announced a holiday closure for its offices, impacting member services and inquiries regarding upcoming events. This period of limited access coincides with preparations for the annual TurnGala, a regional athletic spectacle with notable economic impact. While standard operations will resume in January, the STB continues to provide limited support for TurnGala-related questions during the break.
The STB office will be closed from December 23, 2025, to January 6, 2026. During this time, members are encouraged to submit inquiries via email to [email protected] or leave a message on the answering machine. Full service will resume on January 7, 2026. The association, one of the largest sports federations in Baden-Württemberg with over 715,000 members across approximately 1,800 sports clubs, offers a wide range of programs from children’s gymnastics to elite-level competition training, as well as fitness and health initiatives.
For those specifically seeking information about the TurnGala, a dedicated hotline remains open daily from 9 a.m. To 2 p.m. At 0711 / 49092-100. Tickets are still available and further details about the event can be found at www.turngala.de. The STB’s website experienced a temporary disruption earlier in 2025 when a crucial page related to the TurnGala vanished, highlighting vulnerabilities in their online strategy and the importance of robust website maintenance, according to reports from Memesita.
DTB Cup Set to Return to Stuttgart in March
Beyond the holiday closure and TurnGala preparations, the Stuttgart region is gearing up to host the DTB Cup from March 19 to 22, 2026. The event, held at the Porsche Arena, will feature an invitational Mixed Cup Stuttgart competition with participation from four nations, promising a high level of athletic performance. Spectators will have the opportunity to view all routines consecutively. Further details, including ticketing information, are available on the Stuttgart Science Festival website.
Recent Challenges and Ongoing Investigations
The Swabian Gymnastics Association, along with the German Gymnastics Federation (DTB), has been addressing concerns raised regarding athlete welfare. According to reports from EssentiallySports, both organizations have stated that all complaints from current and former athletes are being taken seriously and thoroughly investigated. This follows allegations of abuse within the Stuttgart Artistic Gymnastics Forum, leading to the dismissal of Marie-Luise Mai and Giacomo Camiciotti in January 2025. While both coaches initially contested their dismissals, Marie-Luise Mai’s case was upheld by the Stuttgart labor court in November 2025, with a similar judgment following shortly after for Camiciotti.
The investigations stem from descriptions of alleged misconduct spanning over a decade, with both active participants, trainers, and parents coming forward with concerns. Institutions like Athletes Germany e. V. And the German Olympic Sports Confederation expressed dismay and demanded clarification following the initial reports, as detailed in Archysport. As of January 2026, progress on fully processing these allegations appears to have stalled, with those affected expressing concerns that superiors within the STB and DTB were aware of the practices and allowed them to continue.
The STB can be reached at Fritz-Walter-Weg 19, 70372 Stuttgart, by phone at 0711 – 490 92 – 0, or by fax at 0711 – 490 92 – 111. Regular service hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. To 4 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m. To 2 p.m.
Looking ahead, the focus will remain on the DTB Cup in March and continued investigations into the allegations of misconduct. The outcome of these investigations and any resulting changes to training protocols will be crucial in rebuilding trust and ensuring a safe environment for gymnasts in the region. We encourage readers to share their thoughts and engage in constructive discussion in the comments below.
