Idrettsklubben Start, commonly known as IK Start or simply Start, is a Norwegian football club based in Kristiansand, in the Agder region of southern Norway. Founded on 19 September 1905, the club has a long history in Norwegian football and is one of the established sporting institutions in the region. IK Start represents Kristiansand and has traditionally attracted support from across southern Norway. The club's senior men's team competes in the Norwegian football league system, while its wider organisation is involved in football development and community activities. Its home ground is Sparebanken Norge Arena, previously known as Sør Arena, situated in Kristiansand. The stadium provides facilities for football matches, hospitality, conferences and other events. The club's traditional colours are yellow and black, which are central to its visual identity and supporter culture. IK Start has enjoyed notable achievements in Norwegian football, including winning the Norwegian top-flight league championship in 1978 and 1980. These successes established the club as a significant presence in the country's football history. It has also participated in European competitions, giving it experience beyond domestic football. The organisation maintains a football development structure, including youth teams and coaching programmes, aimed at developing players from the local area and the wider region. Its activities also include supporter engagement, commercial partnerships, matchday operations and community initiatives. The club operates an official website that publishes news, fixtures, results, ticket information, team updates and other announcements. IK Start is registered as a sports club in Norway and is affiliated with the country's organised football structure. Its long-standing regional identity, historical league successes and continued involvement in professional and grassroots football make it an important football organisation in Kristiansand and southern Norway.