Inauguration of the Calisthenics Park: sport, music and snacks on September 25th.

Inauguration of the Calisthenics Park: sport, music and snacks on September 25th.

On September 25, 2025, a new calisthenics park will be ceremoniously inaugurated in the Wiesent Nord III development area, more precisely at the multifunctional retention basin at Von-Kolb-Straße 16. The event will be led by physiotherapist Michael Weikenstorfer, who will give visitors valuable training tips. The event is supported by child and youth carer Nadine Bauer, who also provides healthy snacks. The band “Rocktic” provides the musical accompaniment, while guests are invited to actively try out the equipment. This inauguration is marked by a trend that has become increasingly established in recent years.

Calisthenics, a sport that involves exercises using your own body weight, is enjoying growing popularity not only in Wiesent but nationwide. In an interview, the President of the German Calisthenics and Streetlifting Association, David Gwizdz, is enthusiastic about these systems, which are much more than just sports equipment. According to Gwizdz, calisthenics parks promote social interaction between different generations and bring people together. The need for these sporting retreats is increasing, and there are currently around 100 calisthenics sports clubs and groups in Germany.

Health and social benefits

The benefits of calisthenics are many. In addition to improving physical fitness, participants also benefit from positive effects on their mental health. The opportunity to train in a supportive community helps to reduce inhibitions and intensify social contacts. In this sense, calisthenics systems have become a valuable part of life for many users.

The design and location of these parks play a crucial role. An optimal calisthenics park should be easily accessible and far enough away from other sports facilities to minimize safety risks. This is particularly important to ensure a safe training environment and to avoid misuse of street furniture. The community in these parks is characterized by intellectual exchange and mutual support, which strengthens social cohesion.

Growing demand and challenges

The increasing demand for calisthenics parks shows that more and more people are interested in bodyweight exercises. In order to ensure the quality of these facilities, certain structural criteria must be observed, especially if suitability for competition is required. Although there are currently no binding standards, a catalog of recommendations is being planned to avoid common errors that could endanger the health of users.

The costs for setting up a simple calisthenics park start at around 10,000 euros. The DCSV offers comprehensive planning support and advice to ensure that the systems meet the needs of users. The association also organizes events, competitions and workshops to further promote the sport and strengthen the community.

Overall, it is clear that the upcoming Calisthenics Park in Wiesent is not only a new sports facility, but will also create an important place for encounters and social interaction in the community. For further details about the opening event, those interested can visit Wiesent.de. Information about other street workout events can also be found at About-Freiburg.de, while Sportplatzwelt.de provides valuable insights into the meaning and advantages of Calisthenics facilities.