Stay ConnectedFacility Planning and Design for Health, Physical Activity, Recreation, and Sport, 14th ed
The 14th edition of Facility Planning and Design for Health, Physical Activity, Recreation, and Sport is a comprehensive guide for all professionals involved in facility planning and construction. The book discusses the planning of facilities, including the master plan and risk management. It delves into topics such as accessible design and sustainable design.
Moreover, it covers specific recreational spaces, such as aquatic facilities and skateparks, and specialty areas, such as track and field facilities and shooting facilities. From trends and history to facility maintenance, this book covers a plethora of topics applicable to the professional in facility planning and construction.
The editor has more than 45 years of experience in higher education. He has written over 193 peer-reviewed articles for notable professional journals; made over 250 state, regional, national, and international presentations; and written 10 professional books and over 32 chapters in other publications. He has served professional organizations such as Indiana AHPERD and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance.
Foreword
Acknowledgments
Prologue
Todd L. Seidler, University of New Mexico
Bernie Goldfine, Kennesaw State University
Section I: Common Facility Components
1 Planning Facilities: Master Plan, Site Selection, and Development Phases
Thomas H. Sawyer, Professor Emeritus, Indiana State University
Tonya L. Sawyer, Indiana State University
2 Planning Facilities for Safety and Risk Management
Todd L. Seidler, University of New Mexico
3 Sustainable Design, Construction, and Building Operations
J. Patrick Marsh, Baylor University
Jeffrey C. Petersen, Baylor University
4 Universal and Accessible Design: Creating Facilities That Work for All People
Donald Rogers, Indiana State University
5 Electrical, Mechanical, and Energy Management
Richard J. LaRue, University of New England
Thomas H. Sawyer, Professor Emeritus, Indiana State University
6 Ancillary Areas
Jeffrey C. Petersen, Baylor University
7 Graphics and Signage
Tonya L. Sawyer, Indiana State University
8 Indoor and Outdoor Surfaces
Thomas H. Sawyer, Professor Emeritus, Indiana State University
Tonya L. Sawyer, Indiana State University
9 Landscape Design, Sports Turf, and Parking Lots
Richard J. LaRue, University of New England
David A. LaRue, Landscape Designer
Section II: Field and Court Specifications
10 Indoor and Outdoor Courts
Bernie Goldfine, Kennesaw State University
11 Field Spaces
Thomas H. Sawyer, Professor Emeritus, Indiana State University
Tonya L. Sawyer, Indiana State University
12 Bleachers
Tonya L. Sawyer, Indiana State University
Section III: Recreational Spaces
13 Aquatic Facilities
Leland Yarger, Ball State University
14 Playgrounds
Thomas H. Sawyer, Professor Emeritus, Indiana State University
15 Designing Facilities for Parks and Recreation
Thomas H. Sawyer, Professor Emeritus, Indiana State University
16 Campus Recreational Sports Centers
Tonya L. Sawyer, Indiana State University
17 Strength and Cardiovascular Training Facilities
Lawrence W. Judge, Ball State University
18 Adventure Programming Facilities
Donald Rogers, Indiana State University
19 Skateparks, Roller Skating Rinks, and Winter Sports Areas
Tonya L. Sawyer, Indiana State University
20 Camps
Tonya L. Sawyer, Indiana State University
Section IV: Specialty Areas
21 Track and Field and Cross-Country Facilities
Lawrence W. Judge, Ball State University
22 Designing Facilities for K-12 Health, Physical Education, and Driver Education
Thomas H. Sawyer, Professor Emeritus, Indiana State University
23 Developing Combative Areas for Boxing and Martial Arts
Jason Winkle, Indiana State University
24 Equestrian Spaces
Debra Powell, Saint Mary of the Woods College
25 Athletic Training Facilities
Jeffrey C. Petersen, Baylor University
Andrew Gallucci, Baylor University
26 Shooting Facilities: Archery, Rifle, and Pistol
Jason Winkle, Indiana State University
27 Dance Spaces
Thomas H. Sawyer, Professor Emeritus, Indiana State University
Section V: Trends, History, and Standards
28 Design Trends in Stadiums and Arenas, 1975–2012
Todd L. Seidler, University of New Mexico
John J. Miller, University of Southern Mississippi
29 Trends in Equipment and Supplies, 1975-2012
Jeffrey C. Petersen, Baylor University
30 History of the Council on Facilities
Thomas H. Sawyer, Professor Emeritus, Indiana State University
31 Equipment and Facility Design Standards
Thomas H. Sawyer, Professor Emeritus, Indiana State University
Tonya L. Sawyer, Indiana State University
Section VI: Facility Maintenance and Security
32 Facility Maintenance
John J. Miller, University of Southern Mississippi
33 Planning for Security for Sport Facilities
Craig Morehead, Indiana State University
Brad Stinnett, Western Kentucky University
Appendices
Planning Checklist for Indoor and Outdoor Spaces
Indoor Activity Dimensions
Park and Recreation Open Space Standards
Retrofitting or Replacing Facilities