In Bavaria, the SC-I-R guideline explicitly names outdoor areas with exercise and sports facilities as eligible. The grant is up to 70% of eligible expenditure, up to 90% for particularly financially weak school authorities. Each Startchancen school is expected to implement at least one measure.
Key points in Bavaria
- The basis is the guideline for the Startchancen investment programme (SC-I-R, BayMBl. 2025 No. 520, amended 2026); the applicant is the school authority.
- Project grant of up to 70% of eligible expenditure, up to 90% for particularly financially weak authorities.
- Explicitly eligible: outdoor areas with exercise and sports facilities and recreation zones; also low-threshold, movement-promoting equipment.
- Cost group 500 (outdoor facilities) according to DIN 276 is relevant.
- Each Startchancen school is expected to apply for and implement at least one measure.
What this means for an exercise space
A BARbara station can be part of a Pillar I measure for outdoor areas if the school convincingly explains the pedagogical added value. Our short-concept template helps. If the station is below a minimum project size, it can be combined with other schoolyard measures.
Next steps
- Download and adapt the short-concept template
- Clarify budget and deadlines with the school authority
- Request a site check and firm quote from us
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Frequently asked questions
Who is responsible in Bavaria?
The basis is the guideline for the Startchancen investment programme (SC-I-R, BayMBl. 2025 No. 520, amended 2026); the applicant is the school authority.
Is a calisthenics park fundable in Bavaria?
The responsible body decides case by case, based on the pedagogical added value and the state guideline. We do not promise funding but support you with documents and a quote.
