UFC 4-740-02
26 September 2006
TABLE 4-24. UNIT PT/GROUP EXERCISE ROOM
This is typically one large room that is partitionable and can be used for large unit
Description/
physical training or for multiple smaller classes that require only minimal equipment.
Usage
Activities/classes include aerobics, martial arts, yoga, etc.
Min. Ceiling Ht.
3.05 m (10 ft.) minimum. Consider a 3.66 m (12 ft.) ceiling for facilities with large
martial arts programs.
Walls. CMU with glazed wall coating or heavy-duty epoxy.
Floor. Multipurpose, resilient, athletic flooring. Wood is preferred for aerobics-type
classes; synthetic sports flooring is acceptable for other uses. Flooring must meet
"DIN" standards for the specified function per ACSM.
Ceiling. None or ACP.
None required. Consider access to drinking fountains and bathrooms.
Plumbing
HVAC
19 C (66 F) minimum, 22 C (72 F) maximum, 12 to 14 air changes/hour, less than 60%
relative humidity, negative pressure, 25 cfm/person outside air, with CO2 sensors or
other type of energy conservation system.
Provide system per Section 3-5.3.
Fire Protection
Provide convenience outlets per code.
Power
Lighting
540 Lux (50 ft. candles) minimum at the floor. 80% indirect and 20% direct. Provide
protection for all fixtures and dimming capability.
CCTV. Provide at least one outlet in each divided space.
Communication
CATV/Internal Video. Provide outlets for ceiling-mounted monitors.
PA/Audio. Provide speakers with proper spacing.
Telephone. Provide one line with internal two-way communication.
Security. None required.
Provide a continuous stretching bar on at least one wall.
Casework/
Built-in
Provide a continuous toe bar (for sit-ups) on at least one wall (different from wall with
Equipment
stretching bar).
Provide a built-in protective box for the telephone.
Provide mirrors on at least two walls at a minimum of 450 mm (18 in.) above the floor.
Provide a secured sound system for each divided space and wireless headsets for
instructors.
Provide wall- or ceiling-mounted TV brackets in each divided space.
Consider providing ceiling fans. Service Exception: For the Air Force, provide multi-
speed ceiling fans.
Provide CCTV cameras per the outlet count.
Furnishings
Fixtures &
Accommodate boxing equipment such as punching bags and speed bags. Provide
Equip. (FF&E)
other athletic equipment as needed: stair steps, balls, small dumbbells, etc.
Consider providing an AED.
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