# CoTrainer

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/cotrainer

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Cologne, Germany
- Website: www.cotrainer.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.2M
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 5, 2026)
- Investors on record: 4

## About

CoTrainer, based in Germany, provides a digital management platform specifically designed for football clubs, streamlining operations and enhancing communication for stakeholders involved in club activities. Founded in 2020 in Cologne, Germany, and co-founded by Claudius Ludwig (CEO), André Werres, Dyke Lambertz and Marco Giesen. CoTrainer specializes in digital management solutions for football clubs, focusing on operational efficiency.  In?June 2026,?CoTrainer raised €1 million seed funding?led by Kicker Ventures, with participation from other investors Teamgeist Capital, superangels, and Comvest Digital AG. Individual and other unspecified investors also participated into this round. CoTrainer offers a comprehensive management platform tailored for football clubs, designed to streamline organizational processes and enhance communication among stakeholders. The platform supports club operations including scheduling, team organization, and player development tracking. It centralizes training plans, attendance records, and player profiles, addressing common challenges faced by club boards, coaches, players, and parents. Furthermore, CoTrainer's integration of local business partnerships allows clubs to generate additional income through monthly partnerships, primarily targeting amateur and semi-professional football clubs in German-speaking regions, while expanding into European markets like Austria and Switzerland.CoTrainer generates revenue via a partnership model enabling football clubs to earn income without administrative burdens. Clubs can establish agreements with local businesses, receiving a monthly fee to be featured within the platform. Revenue varies based on the number of local partners, with clubs potentially earning between EUR 160 to over EUR 600 per month, depending on their level of engagement. This model is supported by CoTrainer's primary product, which enhances operational efficiency while providing direct benefits to club members, including exclusive offers and discounts from local businesses. The investment will be utilized to accelerate growth, increase platform awareness through Kicker's media channels, and expand adoption among amateur soccer clubs across the DACH region. Specific details on upcoming products or geographic expansion plans have not been disclosed.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 5, 2026, $1.2M — Kicker Ventures, Superangels, Teamgeist Capital GmbH, Comvest Digital

## Investors

- Kicker Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/kicker-ventures) — Seed
- Superangels (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/superangels) — Seed
- Teamgeist Capital GmbH — Seed
- Comvest Digital — Seed