Beşiktaş Gymnastics Club, founded in 1903 in Istanbul, is one of Turkey's well-established sports clubs. With black and white as its colors, Beşiktaş has a passionate fan base known as "Çarşı." The club operates in multiple sports disciplines, primarily football, and has become a significant figure in Turkish sports history with its championships and pioneering achievements.

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History

In the autumn of 1902, 22 young men gathered in the garden of the mansion of Medina Governor Osman Pasha in Beşiktaş Serencebey District and began practicing gymnastics. This group officially founded Beşiktaş Gymnastics Club in 1903.

The club's first president was Mehmet Şamil Bey. Initially, it was active in gymnastics, wrestling, boxing, fencing, and athletics. In 1911, the club officially established its football branch. During this period, Ahmet Şerafettin Bey (Şeref Bey), the president and founder of the Valideçeşme football team, joined Beşiktaş with his players. The club's full entry into football came with the Istanbul "Turkish Sports Union League" championship in the 1919-1920 season.

Achievements

Since its foundation in 1903, Beşiktaş Gymnastics Club has achieved numerous successes in Turkey and Europe. The black-and-white club has proven to be one of Turkey's top football teams, particularly with its triumphs in the Süper Lig and the Turkish Cup.

• Beşiktaş has won the Turkish Süper Lig championship 16 times.
• The club has lifted the Turkish Cup 11 times.
• Beşiktaş has won the Turkish Super Cup 10 times.
• In the 1991-1992 season, Beşiktaş became the first undefeated champion in Turkish football history.
• Beşiktaş was the first Turkish team to advance from the UEFA Champions League group stage as an undefeated leader (2017-2018).
• The club holds the record for the highest UEFA ranking points by a Turkish club (2017-2018: 14 points).
• Beşiktaş is the first and only Turkish sports club to receive the ISO 9001:2000 quality certification, proving its compliance with international standards in sports management, facility operations, merchandising, press and public relations, and membership services.

Basic Concepts

Beşiktaş plays its matches at Tüpraş Stadium (formerly Vodafone Park), one of Turkey’s most technologically advanced sports complexes, which opened in 2016.

The club also has modern training and youth academy facilities. Beşiktaş places great importance on discovering and developing young talents. Many notable players have come through its academy, including Rıza Çalımbay, Sergen Yalçın, and Necip Uysal. The club's dedication to youth development has been a cornerstone of its success.

Beşiktaş’s supporter group, "Çarşı", is well known not only for their passionate support during matches but also for their involvement in social responsibility projects and activism. Their famous slogan, "Çarşı is against everything," reflects their rebellious and independent spirit, earning them recognition worldwide.

With over 110 years of history, numerous trophies, and legendary players, Beşiktaş Gymnastics Club remains a vital part of Turkish football.