One of the most often overlooked design points is space for staff. Staff lounges are in short supply, or they are an afterthought, having employees sitting in a storeroom on breaks. Commit to a well-thought-out staff space, and the staff will be grateful for it.
Help staff in keeping a club clean and maintained. A janitor’s closet with a mop sink should always be in each locker room. Don’t forget adequate storage (whether rooms, cabinets, or racks) for anything and everything that needs to prevent clutter and allows for easy access and organized day-to-day use.
Give trainers the space they need to do their job. Lacking in many clubs is adequate, open space for functional/core movements and stretching. Make the space commitment, even if it means less equipment, because open space is now as important as any other space in a club’s exercise offering.
Unique lighting and sound systems for group training spaces are increasingly popular for both staff and members. However, proper design should allow for easy-to-use, wall-mounted control panels for music and lighting choices. Overcomplicated systems confuse and frustrate. Read more.