Provides examples of why four educational facilities decided that renovation of their gyms was preferable to building new ones. Tips on managing gymnasium revitalization are suggested. (GR)

Discusses the use of student and faculty fees for paying for the construction and renovation of college recreation facilities. Community participation in the recreation facilities as an additional revenue resource is addressed. (GR)

Describes ten steps involved in successful renovation of a college recreation center. They are as follows: hire the right architect, be realistic about costs, devise a plan, do a mental walk through, approach the renovation in phases, communicate to users, expect lost revenue and displacement issues, continue to communicate with architects and…

Discusses improving old gyms to enhance the experience of players and spectators while still respecting the gym's historical significance. Planning and design development phases are examined covering such areas as creating multipurpose courts, building stages, and considerations concerning lighting, acoustics, interior finishes, equipment,…

Explores how high school athletic directors can use collaboration to lessen the burdens given them during athletic facility building projects. Several examples of collaborative planning and their benefits are discussed. (GR)

Discusses how partnerships between municipalities and school recreation departments are providing better facilities and programs for the entire community. Some successful collaborations are examined. (GR)

Discusses the importance of community and school official collaboration and compromise behind building secondary school multipurpose stadiums. Examples of how some schools resolved funding issues are highlighted. (GR)

Describes how California schools have creatively incorporated athletic facilities when space is limited. Described are the school's use of non-school properties to supplement needed sports spaces and a few of the negotiated agreements that made them possible. (GR)

Discusses how the safety-related ruling by the National Federation of State High School Associations to eliminate the option of using 18-inch starting platforms in pools less than 4 feet deep may affect operators of swimming pools and the swim teams who use them. (EV)

Discusses how high schools are responding to the decline in student physical fitness with new facilities that attract students to fitness. Use of alternative sports, e.g., hiking, climbing, and in-line skating is discussed; as are creating new facilities that encourage student use through technology; and integrating physical education with other…

Profiles 81 facilities constructed or renovated within the past three years that will be competitively judged in Athletic Business's 12th Facility of Merit award. Facilities are presented in the following eight categories: colleges over $15 million; colleges under $15 million; school facilities; private facilities; non-profit facilities;…

Explores how community parks and schools can cooperate to create natural environments for their schools. Examples are provided of schoolyard improvement partnerships for elementary schools. (GR)

Examines the process of designing a track and field facility to ensure better results in field efficiency. Each of the planning and design, schematic, and construction phases are discussed. Safety factors to consider are also highlighted, as are track-surface options, barriers, and drainage considerations. (GR)