About US

About Us

The American Turners is a national organization founded in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1848 by German immigrants. Our motto, "A Sound Mind in a Sound Body", explains the purpose of the American Turners. We are a family organization, encouraging people of all ages to be mentally and physically active.

Our 54 Societies, located in 13 districts throughout the United States, participate in athletic and cultural activities. Many have gymnasiums and teach gymnastics and other sports to people of all ages. We have yearly national competitions in gymnastics, golf, bowling, softball, volleyball, and cultural activities. In addition there are regional events in other sports.

Membership Information and Application

Interested in joining the Syracuse Turners?

There is a first year special introductory rate of $50.00!

You can print and fill out one of the applications available on this page and bring it to the club.

Each applicant must be sponsored by a Turner member and have two additional Turner members as references. Take a look around the site and see all the family events we host throughout the year. Family picnics, softball team, golf leagues, on-site bowling leagues, dart leagues, weekly dinners, bus trips, tournaments, the list goes on....

The Syracuse Turners Club

Welcome to Syracuse Turners

About Us

The American Turners is a national organization founded in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1848 by German immigrants. Our motto, "A Sound Mind in a Sound Body", explains the purpose of the American Turners. We are a family organization, encouraging people of all ages to be mentally and physically active.

Spirit Staff

Membership Information and Application

download the application form below