What has happened since 2025

The club website fist.club offers comprehensive content in six languages ​​– from beginner guides and safer fisting tips to health information about HIV, hepatitis and STI prevention.

Why May 5th?

The number 5 represents the five fingers of the hand – the central element of the practice. The double five (05.05.) is memorable and has established itself as the trademark of the day of action.

New in 2026: Found your own fisting clubs

A new focus is the active promotion of club formations. Through fist.club, interested parties can access guides to association law, sample statutes, and grant applications. Notary and registration fees are reimbursed to regular members. The association sees itself as an international umbrella organization that raises the profile of local initiatives and connects them.

Why breaking taboos is important now

Sexual self-determination is a political issue – and fisting remains one of the most stigmatized practices. International Fisting Day addresses this: as an annual impetus for an objective discourse about a practice that is part of many people’s intimacy and identity.

“Fisting is an expression of intimacy, trust, and freedom. We invite the media, health organizations, and the community to use May 5th as an opportunity for well-founded education.” , according to Richter.

About the Fist Club Europe eV

The Berlin-based association serves as a central point of contact for education, safer fisting, and community networking in Europe. It is available to media outlets and specialist portals as a contact for interviews, guest articles, or expert contributions.

Today is the first International Fisting Day – for anyone who wants to know more.

Berlin, May 5th, 2025

Today, May 5th, Fist Club Europe eV is launching International Fisting Day . The aim is to bring a rarely discussed sexual practice out of the shadows – not with a raised finger, but with openness, expertise and respect.

“ We don’t want to convert, shock, or embarrass anyone. Our sole aim is to offer a platform to people who are genuinely interested in the topic of fisting – whether gay, straight, or somewhere in between,” explains press spokesman Balian Richter.

The Berlin-based association understands fisting not just as a technique, but as an expression of intimacy, trust, and sexual self-determination.

The choice of date is no coincidence: the number 5 symbolizes the five fingers of the hand – the central element of this practice. May 5th – with its symbolic double five – marks a day that represents a form of physical intimacy deeply rooted in many individual sexualities, yet rarely discussed openly.

Enlightenment instead of alarmism – and respect for curiosity

Fisting requires a high degree of communication, consent, and hygiene knowledge. This is precisely where Fist Club Europe e.V. comes in: with informational resources and digital formats based on sound knowledge and practical experience. “We don’t rely on provocation, but on reliability. Our aim is to provide guidance to interested people – without drama, without clichés,” says Richter.

The association is explicitly aimed at people of all sexual orientations who are curious, have questions, or have already gained experience.Our goal is not to make fisting mainstream. Our goal is to educate – for those who truly want to know more. “,” Richter continued.

A day for knowledge, respect, and sexual empowerment

International Fisting Day is a community initiative – open and factual. It is intended to be an annual event providing factual information about safe practices, consent, physical requirements, and emotional aspects.

Because those who are informed can make conscious decisions – for their own body, their own boundaries, and their own pleasure.

Further information can be found on the website www.fistingday.org .

Fist Club Europe eV declares May 5th as “International Fisting Day”.

Berlin, April 25th, 2025

Berlin, May 5, 2025 – Fist Club Europe e.V. officially establishes May 5 as the new “International Fisting Day.” The Berlin-based association aims to raise awareness, educate, and promote acceptance of this sexual practice – particularly within the gay community, but also beyond.

“Fisting is more than just a sexual technique – it is an expression of intimacy, trust, and freedom. May 5th should be a day when we make this practice visible with respect, pride, and education”, explains Balian Richter, press spokesman for Fist Club Europe.

A new day for bodily autonomy and sexual diversity

Fisting is a physically intensive practice that requires a high degree of communication, consent, and trust.

“We see an urgent need not only to increase visibility but, above all, to actively dismantle myths and enable an objective, health-conscious discourse about fisting that is based on facts”, says Balian Richter, press spokesman for Fist Club Europe e.V.

Why May 5th?

The choice of date is no coincidence: The number 5 symbolizes the five fingers of the hand – the central element of this practice. The double number – 05.05. – is striking, clear, and easy to communicate. The day is intended to stand worldwide as a symbol for a form of sexual intimacy that is often practiced privately but is firmly rooted in many queer realities.

Distinction from October 21st

The existing “International Fisting Day” (October 21) was initiated in the USA in 2011 and primarily addresses censorship and representation in pornography. May 5, on the other hand, focuses on the lived experience within the global gay community – with all its facets, cultural differences, and personal meanings.

“Our goal is not competition, but complementarity. We are creating a day that arises from the heart of the community – visible, open, self-confident, and respectful”, says Balian Richter.

“We invite media outlets, sexual health organizations, and the community to use May 5th as a catalyst for informed education,” Richter continued. “This day should become an annual event to underscore the importance of knowledge, safety, and consent in the context of fisting worldwide.”

The association plans to accompany this day in the future with its own events and informational offerings. Further information can be found on the website www.fistingday.org .

We would be delighted if this day were publicized through accompanying media coverage. Should your editorial team require further information or materials, we would be happy to provide them.

Founding of Fist Club Europe eV – education, community and networking for an often taboo sexual practice

Berlin, April 11th, 2025

With the founding of Fist Club Europe e.V. in Berlin, a new point of contact is being created for people who advocate for an open, respectful, and safe approach to the sexual practice of anal fisting. While other sexual practices have become increasingly less taboo in recent years, anal fisting often remains excluded from public awareness.

This is not only due to prejudice or ignorance, but also to the fact that societal discourse on sexual topics is usually shaped by conventions, media trends, or heteronormative narratives. ” Our goal is to provide sound knowledge, reduce prejudice, and create a safe space for exchange within the community ,” explains Balian Richter, press officer of the association.Anal fisting is often misunderstood or treated as a niche topic, but it is a practice with a long tradition in many communities – especially among gay men. At the same time, it is also gaining increasing importance in heterosexual circles. “

The association is involved in the following areas:

• Education & Prevention – Providing scientifically sound information on hygiene, health aspects and safe practices to minimize risks and create more awareness for responsible consensus.
• Community & Networking – Building an open, supportive community that enables exchange and sharing of experiences.
• Advocacy – promoting the visibility and acceptance of the practice in the public sphere and a strong voice for the community vis-à-vis social and political actors.
• Events & Courses – Organization of workshops, meetings and social events to impart knowledge and experience.

The association’s official website will soon go online, offering comprehensive information and instructions for both absolute beginners and experienced practitioners. Structured online courses are also planned, allowing interested individuals to explore the topic in a safe and supportive environment – ​​regardless of their experience or prior knowledge.

In the long term, the platform will offer a networking opportunity for interested individuals worldwide, bringing together people with shared interests. The association is primarily aimed at gay men , but also advocates for a broader societal discussion of the topic. Interest in anal fisting is also growing in heterosexual circles, which is why Fist Club Europe e.V. provides targeted information and support for all those who wish to engage with this practice responsibly and in an informed manner .

Furthermore, the association serves as a competent contact for media outlets and specialist portals . Whether guest articles, interviews, or expert contributions – Fist Club Europe eV offers sound expertise and a nuanced perspective on the topics of sexual health, education, and community work.

For press inquiries and further information, please contact: Balian Richter (press@europe.fist.club).

May 5th, International Fisting Day, initiated by our association, is specifically intended to disseminate sound knowledge about safe practices, hygiene, and consent, and to serve as a point of contact for questions. We want to fill a gap by pooling resources and creating a reliable platform for education and prevention.