Attachment 5 - Unified Facilities Criteria_Fitness Centers from AF Services Agency IC 30 May 2019.pdf

UFC 4-740-02

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U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS

NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING COMMAND

AIR FORCE CIVIL ENGINEER CENTER (Preparing Activity)

Record of Changes (changes are indicated by \1\ ... /1/)

Change No. Date Location 1 30 May 2019 Updated Service-specific criteria in para. 2-3; updated references in paras. 3-5.1.2 and 3-6.4.1; updated functional data sheet link in para. 4-3; updated requirements and references in Tables 2-1, 4-20, 4-22, 4-25, 4-29, 4-30, 5-1, 5-2, 5-8, 5-9, 6-1, 6-14, and 6-17;

added new Table 5-10 for building support/vertical circulation; updated App. B; designated former App. A as App. D, App. B as App. A, and App. D as Chap. 6;

and updated references in App. D

This UFC supersedes FC 4-740-02F, Air Force Fitness Centers, dated 26 September 2006, and FC 4-740-02N, Navy and Marine Corps Fitness Centers, dated 1 April 2014.

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FOREWORD

The Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) system is prescribed by MIL-STD 3007 and provides planning, design, construction, sustainment, restoration, and modernization criteria, and applies to the Military Departments, the Defense Agencies, and DOD field activities in accordance with USD (AT&L) Memorandum dated 29 May 2002. UFC will be used for all DOD projects and work for other customers, where appropriate. All construction outside of the United States is also governed by Status of Forces Agreements (SOFA), Host Nation Funded Construction Agreements (HNFA) and, in some instances, Bilateral Infrastructure Agreements (BIA).

Therefore, the acquisition team must ensure compliance with the most stringent of the UFC, the SOFA, the HNFA, and the BIA, as applicable.

UFC are living documents and will be periodically reviewed, updated, and made available to users as part of the Services' responsibility for providing technical criteria for military construction. Headquarters, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (HQUSACE), Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC), and Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC) are responsible for administration of the UFC system. Defense agencies must contact the preparing Service for document interpretation and improvements. Technical content of UFC is the responsibility of the cognizant DoD working group. Recommended changes with supporting rationale must be sent to the respective Service proponent office by the following electronic form: Criteria Change Request. The form is also accessible from the Internet sites listed below.

UFC are effective upon issuance and are distributed only in electronic media from the following source:

• Whole Building Design Guide web site http://dod.wbdg.org/.

Refer to UFC 1-200-01, DoD Building Code (General Building Requirements), for implementation of new issuances on projects.

AUTHORIZED BY:

LARRY D. McCALLISTER, PhD, PE, PMP, SES

JOSEPH E. GOTT, P.E.

Chief Engineer

Chief, Engineering and Construction Directorate of Civil Works U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Naval Facilities Engineering Command

NANCY J. BALKUS, PE, SES, DAF MICHAEL McANDREW Deputy Director of Civil Engineers DCS Logistics, Engineering & Force Protection (HAF/A4C) United States Air Force

Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense (Facilities Investment and Management) Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense (Energy, Installations, and Environment)

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NEW DOCUMENT SUMMARY SHEET

Document: UFC 4-740-02, Fitness Centers

Superseding: FC 4-740-02F, Air Force Fitness Centers, dated 26 September 2006, and FC 4-740-02N, Navy and Marine Corps Fitness Centers, dated 1 April 2014.

Description: This UFC provides criteria for planning and design of fitness centers for the combined DOD United States Armed Forces.

Reasons for Document: This is a new Joint Service document. This document represents another step in the Joint Services’ effort to bring uniformity to the planning, design, and construction of military facilities. The UFC was developed to provide design requirements to accomplish the following:

• Assist planners in understanding facility requirements to ensure accurate space program budgets

• Provide architects, engineers, and construction surveillance personnel with essential, minimum requirements for the design and construction of fitness centers

• Clarify the operational intent of the facility design

Impact: The following will result from the publication of this UFC:

• This UFC creates a single source for common DOD fitness center criteria and an accurate reference to individual Service-specific documents

• This UFC facilitates updates and revisions and promotes agreement and uniformity of design and construction between the Services

Unification Issues: The following is non-unified content:

• For Navy and Marine Corps only, exceptions in supporting specific functional program areas occur as noted in Table 2-1, “Functional Program Areas” and the functional data sheets in Chapter 4.

• The Army has different ceiling fan requirements.

• Chapter 6, “Austere Fitness Centers,” applies only to the Navy.

Note: The use of the name or mark of any specific manufacturer, commercial product, commodity, or service in this publication does not imply endorsement by DOD.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

1-1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE

1-2 APPLICABILITY

1-3 USERS OF FACILITY

1-4 GENERAL BUILDING REQUIREMENTS

1-5 REFERENCES

1-6 GLOSSARY

1-7 AUSTERE FITNESS CENTERS (FOR NAVY ONLY)

CHAPTER 2 PLANNING AND LAYOUT

2-1 LOCATION DETERMINANTS

2-1.1 Access

2-1.2 Cost

2-1.3 Expansion

2-2 FACILITY SIZE

2-3 SPACE PROGRAM

2-3.1 Space Tabulation

2-4 LAYOUT AND ADJACENCIES

2-4.1 Basic Facility

2-5 SPACE ASSESSMENT

2-6 SCOPE OF FACILITY

2-7 PROGRAM AREAS

2-7.1 Fitness Program, Administrative Areas, and Building Support

2-8 ANTITERRORISM/FORCE PROTECTION

CHAPTER 3 GENERAL DESIGN CRITERIA

3-1 GENERAL

3-1.1 Authorized Building Program

3-1.2 Accessibility

3-2 STRUCTURE

3-2.1 Substructure

3-2.2 Superstructure

3-3 ARCHITECTURE

3-4 EXTERIOR DESIGN

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3-4.1 Entrances/Exits

3-4.2 Doors and Windows

3-4.3 Exterior Finishes

3-4.4 Exterior Signage

3-4.5 Exterior Walls and Mold

3-5 INTERIOR DESIGN

3-5.1 Interior Construction

3-5.2 Finishes

3-5.3 Building Signage

3-5.4 Acoustics

3-5.5 Window Treatments

3-6 SERVICES

3-6.1 Plumbing

3-6.2 Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

3-6.3 Fire Protection and Life Safety

3-6.4 Electrical

3-7 FURNISHINGS AND EQUIPMENT

3-8 SITE DESIGN AND ORGANIZATION

3-8.1 Landscaping

3-8.2 Parking and Access Drives

3-8.3 Service Drive

3-8.4 General Site Lighting

3-9 SUSTAINABLE DESIGN

CHAPTER 4 SPECIFIC DESIGN CRITERIA

4-1 INTRODUCTION

4-1.1 Design

4-1.2 Service-Specific Programmatic Differences

4-2 INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES

4-2.1 Casework/Built-In Equipment

4-2.2 Furnishings, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E)

4-2.3 User-Provided Equipment

4-2.4 Fitness Equipment

4-3 FUNCTIONAL DATA SHEETS

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CHAPTER 5 ACTIVITY FIELDS

5-1 INTRODUCTION AND PLANNING ISSUES

5-1.1 Related Activity Areas

5-2 PROGRAM AREAS

5-3 SPACE PROGRAM

5-4 LOCATION DETERMINANTS

5-5 LAYOUT AND ADJACENCIES

5-5.1 Support Building

5-5.2 Multipurpose Field and Site

5-5.3 Space Assessment

5-6 GENERAL DESIGN CRITERIA

5-6.1 Accessibility

5-6.2 Exterior Lighting

5-7 SITE DESIGN

5-8 SPECIFIC DESIGN CRITERIA

CHAPTER 6 AUSTERE FITNESS CENTERS (NAVY ONLY)

6-1 PURPOSE

6-2 DEFINITION AND SCOPE

6-3 APPLICABILITY

6-4 MODIFICATIONS

APPENDIX A BEST PRACTICES

A-1 STRUCTURE

A-1.1 Substructure

A-1.2 Superstructure

A-2 PLUMBING

A-2.1 Shower Count

A-3 INTERIORS

A-3.1 Signage

APPENDIX B \1\ SAMPLE INTERACTIVE SPREADSHEET

APPENDIX C GLOSSARY

C-1 ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

APPENDIX D REFERENCES

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FIGURES

Figure 2-1 Basic Facility Functional Relationship Diagram

Figure 5-1 Activity Field Space Program Figure 5-2 Support Building Functional Relationship Diagram Figure 5-3 Multipurpose Field and Site Functional Relationship Diagram

TABLES

Table 2-1 Functional Program Areas Table 4-1 Entry/Lobby and Waiting/Display Table 4-2 Control Counter/Equipment Issue/Storage Table 4-3 Retail/Vending/Food and Beverage Sales Table 4-4 Laundry

Table 4-5 Public Toilets/Janitor's Closet Table 4-6 Parent/Child Area

Table 4-7 Receiving and Equipment Repair/Storage Table 4-8 Administrative Offices Table 4-9 Classrooms/Training Rooms

Table 4-10 Copy/Work/Break Room Table 4-11 Men's and Women's Lockers/Dressing

Table 4-12 Men's and Women's Showers Table 4-13 Men's and Women's Toilets Table 4-14 Unisex Changing Room/Unisex Locker Room

Table 4-15 Steam Room Table 4-16 Sauna

Table 4-17 Massage Room Table 4-18 Hot Tub Table 4-19 Convertible Locker Space

Table 4-20 Gymnasium/Basketball/Volleyball Courts Table 4-21 Gymnasium Equipment Storage/Support Table 4-22 Rock Climbing

Table 4-23 Racquetball Courts Table 4-24 Unit PT/Group Exercise Room

Table 4-25 Fitness Area Table 4-26 Fitness Assessment Room Table 4-27 Indoor Track Table 4-28 Functional Fitness Table 4-29 Auxiliary Gymnasium

Table 4-30 High Intensity Tactical Training (HITT) Center Table 4-31 Indoor Cycling Table 4-32 Mother's Room Table 5-1 Multipurpose Field Table 5-2 Concessions

Table 5-3 Covered Public Space Table 5-4 Men's and Women's Toilets Table 5-5 Maintenance Bay Table 5-6 Announcer's Booth/Press Box

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Table 5-7 Dry Goods and Sports Activity Storage Table 5-8 Multi-Purpose Field and Track

Table 5-9 Softball Field Table 5-10 \1\ Building Support/Vertical Circulation Table 6-1 \1\ Austere Functional Program Areas Table 6-2 Austere Interior Finishes Table 6-3 (Replace Table 4-1) Austere Entry

Table 6-4 (Replace Table 4-2) Austere Control Counter/Equipment Issue/Storage

Table 6-5 (Replace Table 4-4) Austere Laundry Table 6-6 (Replace Table 4-5) Austere Public Toilets Table 6-7 (Replace Table 4-5) Austere Janitor's Closet

Table 6-8 (Replace Table 4-8) Austere Administrative Office Table 6-9 (Replace Table 4-9) Austere Classrooms

Table 6-10 (Replace Table 4-10) Austere Copy/Work/Break Room Table 6-11 (Replace Table 4-11) Austere Men's and Women's Lockers/Dressing

Table 6-12 (Replace Table 4-12) Austere Men's and Women's Showers Table 6-13 (Replace Table 4-13) Austere Men's and Women's Toilets

Table 6-14 (Replace Table 4-20) Austere Gymnasium/Basketball/Volleyball Courts 114

Table 6-15 (Replace Table 4-21) Austere Gymnasium Storage/Support

Table 6-16 (Replace Table 4-24) Austere Unit PT/Group Exercise Room Table 6-17 (Replace Table 4-25) Austere Fitness Area

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CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION

1-1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE.

This UFC provides requirements for evaluating, planning, programming, and designing fitness centers. This UFC is not intended as a substitute for thorough review by individual program managers and operations staff in the appropriate Service.

1-2 APPLICABILITY.

The information in this UFC applies to the design of all new construction projects, including additions, alterations, and renovation projects within the United States and its territories and possessions and outside of the United States and its territories and possessions. It also applies to the procurement of design-build services for these projects.

1-3 USERS OF FACILITY.

The facility users are as follows:

• Active-duty military, retired military personnel, and their family members;

and

• DOD civilians and others, as authorized.

1-4 GENERAL BUILDING REQUIREMENTS.

Comply with UFC 1-200-01, DOD Building Code (General Building Requirements). UFC 1-200-01 provides applicability of model building codes and government-unique criteria for typical design disciplines and building systems, as well as accessibility, antiterrorism, security, high-performance and sustainability requirements, and safety. Use this UFC in addition to UFC 1-200-01 and the UFCs and government criteria referenced therein.

1-5 REFERENCES.

Appendix D contains a list of references used in this document. The publication date of the code or standard is not included in this document. In general, the latest available issuance of the reference is used.

1-6 GLOSSARY.

Appendix C contains acronyms and abbreviations.

1-7 AUSTERE FITNESS CENTERS (FOR NAVY ONLY).

Chapter 6 of this UFC contains requirements for fitness centers that are specifically designated as "austere." Austere construction is intended for facilities in locations determined by Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), and approved by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (OPNAV) to be eligible for austere construction.

The austere standards are intended to be applied flexibly and in varying degrees to all facilities at locations designated as austere. Flexibility is allowed to ensure the criteria are appropriate for individual austere locations.

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CHAPTER 2 PLANNING AND LAYOUT

2-1 LOCATION DETERMINANTS.

Determine the most appropriate and cost-effective location for a fitness center based on the following factors. Ensure the availability and capacity of required utilities and the compatibility of the mass/scale of the facility relative to adjacent structures.

2-1.1 Access.

Locate the fitness center to be visible and easily accessible to other facilities utilized by the target audience, such as barracks/dormitories, MWR/NEX/MCCS/Services facilities, and dining facilities. To accommodate patron access, evaluate the relationships to existing vehicular and pedestrian circulation patterns, bike trails, and bus stops. Provide adequate parking as close to the facility as possible within antiterrorism (AT) requirements.

2-1.2 Cost.

Design these facilities with the objective of achieving the lowest lifecycle cost over a 40-year period. The project's design program must adequately define the scope and performance requirements and match those needs against a budget. Conversely, the budget must adequately support an appropriate and high-quality program following performance requirements outlined in this UFC.

2-1.3 Expansion.

Evaluate possible future additions when selecting the site to ensure cost-effective expansion possibilities. Future projects may include additional fitness center spaces, adjacent aquatics/swimming pool, adjacent outdoor sports fields and courts, and new/emerging program requirements.

2-2 FACILITY SIZE.

The space program must be developed in coordination with the installation’s mission requirements. The fitness center’s size will be driven by the program and the installation's population.

2-3 SPACE PROGRAM.

\1\ The final space program for a new fitness center will need to be carefully determined by installation representatives, using the criteria in this UFC. The space assessment and its related basic facility requirement (BFR) calculation serves as the basis for the validated DD Form 1391, which defines the total authorized space allowances for each project.

For the Navy and Marine Corps, the space program is developed through the use of an interactive spreadsheet and serves as a baseline for the fitness center planning team.

This spreadsheet is available as a downloadable Microsoft® Excel file from the Whole

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Building Design Guide (WBDG) website:

http://www.wbdg.org/references/pa_dod_sps.php. (See Appendix B for a sample space program spreadsheet for a Navy facility.)

For the Air Force, the space program is developed through the use of an interactive spreadsheet and serves as a baseline for the fitness center planning team. This spreadsheet is available as a downloadable Microsoft® Excel file from the WBDG website: http://www.wbdg.org/references/pa_dod_sps.php.

For the Army, the space program is developed through consultation with the Physical Fitness Facility Center of Standardization to determine space requirements on the MILCON Requirements, Standardization, and Integration (MRSI) website:

https://mrsi.erdc.dren.mil/cos/hnc/pff/. /1/

2-3.1 Space Tabulation.

The tabulation of areas for the majority of spaces within a fitness center follows UFC 3- 101-01, Architecture, paragraph 2-2, "Building Area Calculations." Functional balconies within fitness centers used for fitness must be programmed as full scope in the area calculation. For indoor elevated jogging tracks, the Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force programs these at full square footage.

Space requirements for the optional multipurpose field and supporting facilities are in Chapter 5.

2-4 LAYOUT AND ADJACENCIES.

The appropriate adjacencies are illustrated in Figure 2-1. These diagrams do not convey a building shape. Actual building shape will vary with available site, topography, vehicular access, site restrictions, utility access, and final installation program requirements. Required adjacencies may be accommodated vertically. This figure illustrates a facility with the gymnasium near the front entrance. This configuration allows the gymnasium to be used for events while the rest of the facility is closed off.

However, also evaluate the massing of the facility when determining the location of the gymnasium.

2-4.1 Basic Facility.

The diagram in Figure 2-1 indicates acceptable relative adjacencies of the major functional spaces for a basic facility.

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Figure 2-1 Basic Facility Functional Relationship Diagram

UNIT PT/

GROUP

EXERCISE

LOCKER

ROOMS

POOL

RACQUETBALL

STRUCTURED

ACTIVITY

LOBBY/

RECEPTION

LAUNDRY

GYM STORAGE

GYMNASIUM

INDOOR BASKETBALL

VOLLEYBALL

COURTS

MAIN ENTRY

FITNESS SPACE

CLASSROOMS

SUPPORT AREA

REPAIR/

RECEIVING

ADMIN.

SPACE

LOADING

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2-5 SPACE ASSESSMENT.

See Chapter 4 for additional information on the space types and their relationships to each other.

2-6 SCOPE OF FACILITY.

The fitness center comprises the fitness program spaces, the administrative area, and building support. Within the fitness programs there are core functional program areas and optional functional program areas. All functional program areas are described in Table 2-1 and paragraph 2-7. All of these spaces are described in greater detail in Chapters 2 and 4. Additionally, due to the numerous possible variations of fitness center programs, an interactive space programming tool has been developed to help users calculate a baseline space program for a new fitness center. This tool is described in paragraph 2-3.

A fitness center may be combined with a natatorium or outdoor athletic fields; however, the natatorium and fields have different category codes and may be programmed separately or as part of a fitness center complex. Chapter 5 includes requirements for multipurpose fields and softball fields. Requirements for natatoriums and other types of athletic fields are not included in this UFC.

2-7 PROGRAM AREAS.

2-7.1 Fitness Program, Administrative Areas, and Building Support.

Table 2-1 lists the core and optional areas for the fitness program, administrative areas, and building support. These are the traditional functions of a fitness center. They provide facilities and support services to meet the general fitness, skill development, training, and sports needs of all authorized users. This table identifies functional areas;

when programming a facility, evaluate other areas such as circulation/corridors, exterior wall cavities, and mechanical/electrical/communication rooms to determine gross areas of the building. See UFC 3-101-01 for methods to calculate gross building area.

Service-specific spaces are identified with an asterisk (*).

2-8 ANTITERRORISM/FORCE PROTECTION.

Refer to UFC 4-020-01, DOD Security Engineering Facilities Planning Manual, and UFC 4-010-01, DOD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for Buildings, to develop requirements.

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Table 2-1 Functional Program Areas

Functional Program Area Description/ Requirements

Lobby/Reception

Entry lobby and waiting/display

Entry space in front of control counter and/or vestibule. Combined with a waiting area with seating and display space. Space includes a public telephone.

Control counter/equipment issue/storage

Sign-in and small gear issue. Provides visual control via line of sight (LOS) to, at minimum, the entry, free weights, and locker room entrance.

Visual control over other key areas must be accommodated via LOS or CCTV. Provides area to hold gear for issue (e.g., towels, balls, and racquets).

Retail/vending/food and beverage sales

Food and beverage sales may be combined with gear issue (refrigerator); may be self-serve (vending).

Option for a retail area for clothes, sports equipment.

Option for an expanded, separate juice counter in lobby space. May be contract space.

Public restrooms Restrooms used primarily by visitors, spectators, and persons not using the locker and shower rooms. Sizing is tied to gym capacity.

Janitor's closet Space used by custodial staff, with mop sink and storage space.

Administrative

Director's office Private office.

Program managers' offices

Private office. Installation to determine quantity of offices and workstations within each office.

Administrative support Workstations.

Classroom/training room

Space used for conducting training and large meetings. Classroom sized for 25 persons (750 ft2 [69.68 m2]) for small facilities, 50 persons (1500 ft2 [139.35 m2]) for medium and large, and 75 persons (2250 ft2 [209.03 m2]) for extra-large and jumbo facilities.

Copy/work/break room Copier, layout space, storage, small staff break area.

Gymnasium Basketball/volleyball court(s)

NCAA-size court(s).

Spectator seating Minimum of 200 seats; more as required and with additional courts.

Storage/support Storage area with access to both the gym and to the outside if adjacent intramural fields are present.

Unit PT/Group Exercise

Group exercise room One large subdividable room with partitions (for classes and/or unit/command fitness training).

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Storage/support Storage area with access to unit PT/group exercise room.

Fitness Spaces

Stretching/warm-up/cool-down

Usually one open space; may use floor finishes to separate subspaces; may use alcoves; may use balconies/mezzanines.

Free/plate-loaded weights

Selectorized (machine) weights

Cardiovascular (cardio) equipment

Fitness program manager's office

Private office adjacent to fitness assessment room and fitness spaces. May include fitness testing equipment.

Fitness assessment room Private office with desk, computer, and chairs for staff to meet with customer adjacent to fitness spaces. Includes fitness testing equipment.

Indoor track Optional. Determine permissibility by center size and climate.

Structured Activities

Structured activity space Can be used as needed, e.g., for rock climbing wall, indoor cycling, volleyball, martial arts/boxing, other structured activity, or rolled into other functional areas, as needed.

Racquetball courts Designed and specified to meet USA Racquetball Association (USRA) Standard Specifications for Racquetball Court Construction.

Spectator area/officiating Optional.

Functional fitness

Space that supports Service-developed programs. Functional fitness implies performing exercise in an optimal way, to achieve certain goals that allow improved performance of regular activities outside the gym. Typical equipment in the functional fitness area includes A-frames used for various exercises with bands, individual weight stations, and various kettlebells and other equipment.

Auxiliary gymnasium

Optional. This space is used for sports competitions such as basketball, volleyball, wrestling, and indoor soccer. The auxiliary gymnasium can also support instructional functions, informal, intramural, group exercise/fitness functions, and community events.

Preferably, the auxiliary gymnasium will be adjacent to the main gymnasium and, if not adjacent, must be nearby.

High Intensity Tactical Training (HITT) Center*

Marine Corps-only space. This is typically one large, open-space room that is non-partitionable and used for implementation of the HITT program. Activities/classes such as aerobics, martial arts, and yoga must not be used in this space.

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Indoor Cycling

Classroom to accommodate indoor cycling classes, which includes an instructor on a bike and participants on bikes. These bikes are different from stationary bikes utilized in the cardio area. This space may be included as part of the programmed space allotted for structured activities.

Locker Rooms Separate male/female facilities. Each locker room is divided into the three indicated sub-areas.

Men's Locker Room Programmed per installation population.

Locker/dressing area

Programmed per installation population.

Toilet area Programmed per installation population.

Shower/drying area

Programmed per installation population.

Women's Locker Room

Programmed per installation population.

Locker/dressing area

Programmed per installation population.

Toilet area Programmed per installation population.

Shower/drying area

Programmed per installation population.

\1\ Steam room Optional. This space is not supported by the Navy. /1/

Sauna Optional. When used, provide separate male/female facilities.

Convertible locker space

Optional. This is locker/changing space that can be used for additional male or female space to accommodate tournaments and/or changing demographics. It is a separate room between the male and female locker rooms, with double-locked doors into each.

Support Areas

Laundry For towels and uniforms.

Receiving and equipment repair/storage

Receiving, storage, and repair. Area to hold (if necessary), assemble, and repair equipment and store overflow from the equipment issue (e.g., seasonal items).

Additional programmatic storage

Optional storage for additional optional program equipment. May be combined with receiving/equipment repair.

Other Program Areas

Massage room Optional room for massage.

\1\ Hot tub Optional. This space is not supported by the Navy. /1/

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Unisex changing room/unisex locker room

Single-person locker room with shower, lavatory, and toilet; family member accompanies child. Adjacent to locker area and provides direct access to the pool.

Parent/child area

\1\ Optional /1/ age-appropriate spaces based on Service guidance.

Navy option: Provides a separate room for parents to watch their children while exercising. Includes adult fitness equipment on one side and a separate child play area on the other. The two sides are divided by a 30-in. (750-mm) -high clear wall with a central entry/exit point.

Marine Corps option: Provides an unstaffed child care room with play area for the children and a seating/lounge area for the adults.

Adult supervision is required in this area. Does not include fitness equipment.

Mother's room Private space for nursing mothers. One per facility.

Related Program/Facility Areas

Pool Note that pools and natatoriums are a different category code. If a pool/natatorium is desired, it will affect the adjacencies and traffic flow within the building. See Figure 2-1 for these adjacencies.

Physical therapy/rehabilitation training

Optional. Note that these functions are a different category code.

This space is only supported in special circumstances.

Multipurpose field See Chapter 5 for details.

Fields may be programmed with or separate from a fitness center on a case-by-case basis; also refer to UFC 4-750-02N.

Outdoor track

See Chapter 5 for details.

Tracks may be programmed with or separate from a fitness center on a case-by-case basis; also refer to UFC 4-750-02N for other criteria.

Softball field See Chapter 5 for details.

Fields may be programmed with or separate from a fitness center on a case-by-case basis.

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CHAPTER 3 GENERAL DESIGN CRITERIA

3-1 GENERAL.

This chapter provides general criteria only and consists mainly of references to the technical design criteria documents and general considerations. Chapter 4 provides the specific design requirements for each fitness center space.

3-1.1 Authorized Building Program.

A DD Form 1391 funding document is developed for all new construction projects, which establishes the project requirements and authorized building size. The designer must use the functional space program descriptions and functional diagrams in this UFC; however, the design may not exceed the square footage allowances or add functions not authorized by the validated DD Form 1391.

3-1.2 Accessibility.

Comply with stated and cross-referenced requirements for accessibility. Facilities programmed for wheelchair competition activities shall be designed to provide access for a 40-inch (1016-mm) -wide wheelchair at the main entrance, gymnasium, and restrooms.

3-2 STRUCTURE.

3-2.1 Substructure.

For the gymnasium, provide a level concrete slab on grade over properly graded crushed stone subbase, with a minimum 10-mil (0.25-mm) polyethylene sheet vapor barrier located directly between the slab and the subbase. For rooms with floor padding, provide a recessed slab to compensate for the mat thickness or a transition area outside of the mat area.

3-2.2 Superstructure.

Provide clear spans for the activity area and gymnasium. Where specialized elements such as basketball backstops, divider curtains and drapes, lighting and sound equipment, decorative banners, acoustical treatments, score boards, or running tracks will be suspended above the floor, design the roof structure for the appropriate support locations and loadings.

3-3 ARCHITECTURE.

Comply with stated and cross-referenced requirements for architecture. Fitness areas are to be as open as possible, with maximum utilization of natural light and views.

Larger spaces will be provided to allow flexibility in addressing future fitness trends.

Also comply with the following fitness center-specific requirements.

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3-4 EXTERIOR DESIGN.

The building's image, theme, and fixtures must be consistent with the programs offered.

The building design must reflect the local geographical and cultural environment and comply with the appropriate Service and installation architectural standards. The building and site must provide a visually attractive, safe, and welcoming appearance.

Group high bay spaces together. The high bay areas must not dominate or overwhelm surrounding structures.

3-4.1 Entrances/Exits.

3-4.1.1 Main Entry.

Design the facility to require access at one main entry point sized in accordance with egress requirements of NFPA 101, Life Safety Code. To determine the occupant load of the gymnasium, use "Assembly Use - Without Fixed Seating" from NFPA 101. If the main entrance is not sized to accommodate the occupant load of a special event (e.g., change of command, award ceremonies), a separate gymnasium special event entrance with a paved path to the parking area is required.

3-4.1.2 Covered Entry and Alarm.

The main facility entrance to the lobby serves as a welcome and transition point.

Provide a covered entry. In cold climates, provide a canopy (or a recess) at required egress doors to ensure doors can open completely without obstruction from snow and ice. All other exterior doors must have a local, key-controlled alarm that sounds at the door and the control desk when the door is opened. Indicate this alarm with signage on the door.

3-4.1.3 Equipment Deliveries.

If applicable, provide a separate entrance for equipment deliveries. See paragraph 3-8 for more information on site work.

3-4.2 Doors and Windows.

Provide doors and windows to allow natural light into and views in and out of the facility.

Mitigate glare and direct sunlight in activity spaces such as the gymnasium and fitness spaces.

3-4.3 Exterior Finishes.

The exterior color, texture, and design must be consistent with the programs offered, building type, and the local environment in accordance with installation design standards. The design must communicate a sense of activity and energy while complying with installation design guides/standards.

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3-4.4 Exterior Signage.

Equip the main entrance with an attractive, clearly visible sign that provides the program hours of operation. Ensure that signage complies with installation requirements. Sign placement and type are site-specific. The facility must include both a building-mounted sign and site monument sign (roadway-visible) that must be strategically located, adequately lit, and sized to permit proper viewing by individuals approaching the facility.

3-4.5 Exterior Walls and Mold.

Follow UFC 3-101-01 during design to help prevent the development of mold in exterior walls.

3-5 INTERIOR DESIGN.

Construction and finishes (walls, floors, and ceilings) must support the image and theme of the facility and be consistent with the programs offered and any installation interior standards. The interior design must offer the same interest, excitement, and professionalism found in comparable commercial facilities. As with the exterior, design the fitness center interior to reflect a high energy, non-institutional character that communicates a sense of activity.

Provide premium high-end finishes that are durable, hygienic, long-lasting, easily maintainable, and consistent with the programs offered and theme of the facility. The following key public spaces offer the greatest opportunity to establish a creative and interesting interior design approach:

• Entry lobby and waiting/display

• Control counter

• Unit physical training (PT)/group exercise

• Fitness spaces

• Structured activities

• Locker rooms and public toilets

3-5.1 Interior Construction.

3-5.1.1 Glass and Mirrors.

Interior construction must be extremely durable. Hollow-core wood doors are not allowed. All interior glass must be tempered safety glass and mirrors must be made of break-resistant materials.

3-5.1.2 Counters, Casework, and Cabinets.

Counters, casework, and cabinets must be of high-quality and durable construction.

Specify Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) premium or custom for construction and finishes per \1\ North American Architectural Woodwork Standards (NAAWS). /1/

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Casework and cabinet doors and drawer faces must be provided as veneer panel core.

Doors, drawers, and casework faces must be plastic laminate at a minimum.

Countertops must be solid surface/solid composite plastics only. Specify 0.75 inch (20

mm) minimum thickness for plywood, plywood backing, and solid wood panels.

Particleboard must not be used.

3-5.1.3 Functions

Identify the functions requiring counters/casework in each space within the fitness center and design these to accommodate these functions. Consult with the facility manager and program managers for specific program requirements.

3-5.2 Finishes.

Finishes must take into account the intended uses, be appropriately durable, and be low maintenance. Finishes must have good acoustical noise-reducing characteristics. They must meet the requirements listed in NFPA 101.

Vinyl composition tile (VCT) is not allowed. For information on finishes in specific areas, see Chapter 4. Also, coordinate the interior design with UFC 3-120-10, Interior Design, and installation design standards.

3-5.3 Building Signage.

Develop a comprehensive signage package (both interior and exterior) that addresses way-finding and definition of all spaces within the facility. Signage must reflect and complement the environment through the colors, images, and materials used. Building signage must provide clear directional and informational assistance to all functional areas. Mechanical, electrical, and/or utility room doors must have identifying signage to match other building signage. Provide signage in accordance with UFC 3-120-01, Design: Sign Standards.

3-5.4 Acoustics.

In general, since much of the facility comprises high-activity, high-noise functions, the design must seek to separate or acoustically protect the smaller, quieter functions rather than the noisier functions. For the purposes of this UFC, the following spaces are considered to be "noisy":

• Mechanical and laundry rooms

• Selectorized weight area(s)

• Free/plate-loaded weight area(s)

• Cardiovascular equipment area(s)

• Gymnasium

• Unit PT/group exercise room

• Racquetball courts and some other structured activity spaces

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At a minimum, provide the required sound transmission coefficient (STC) ratings identified in Chapter 4 for individual spaces. Where not indicated in Chapter 4 for a particular room, use the interior acoustic requirements for typical spaces noise isolation class (NIC) ratings in UFC 3-101-01.

3-5.5 Window Treatments.

All windows and other glazed openings to the exterior of the building must be provided with horizontal blinds or solar shading systems as built-in equipment.

3-6 SERVICES.

3-6.1 Plumbing.

Design all building systems, such as domestic hot and cold water, sanitary and storm drainage, propane, fuel oil, or natural gas systems to meet the requirements of local installation standards and established criteria.

In multi-story facilities, locate toilets on each floor appropriately sized for participant load. Maintain a minimum of 60 percent of fixture counts in main locker rooms. Locate floor drains outside the normal travel paths. In toilet areas, locate floor drains under the partitions, where possible. Provide the number of electric water coolers (EWC) as required by UFC 3-420-01, Plumbing Systems, for peak occupancy loads, located as specified in Chapter 4 of this UFC. If all of the Chapter 4 requirements cannot be met by the number of EWCs required by UFC 3-420-01, additional units will be required. A location up to 100 feet (30.5 m) away from the entrance is considered acceptable when the requirement states “near.” EWCs throughout the facility must be combination water fountain and bottle-filling units. Never locate EWCs above wood flooring. EWCs must be provided on all levels.

3-6.2 Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC).

Comply with stated and cross-referenced requirements for HVAC and UFC 3-410-02, Direct Digital Control for HVAC and Other Building Control Systems. Unless otherwise stated, design spaces to comply with comfort cooling and heating requirements of UFC 3-410-01, Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Systems. Do not locate moisture-containing or -producing HVAC equipment above areas with wood floors, either on the roof or within the overhead space, due to the risk of a leak causing water damage.

If Chapter 4 requirements include providing ceiling fans, provide high-volume low-speed (HVLS) fans with appropriate clearances. Provide multi-speed fans with wall-mounted controls. The number of fans and fan sizes must be selected to provide consistent air movement over the entire space. For all spaces with ceiling fans, the minimum ceiling height listed is the minimum height of the fan; the actual ceiling shall be at the required clearance height above the fan. For Army projects: In two-story spaces, provide HVLS fans. In a one-story space, provide one fan with a diameter of not less than 48 inches per maximum of 400 square feet (37 m2). In a one-story space, the distance from the floor to the fan must be no less than the suggested minimum ceiling height. Use demand-controlled ventilation and/or energy recovery as required and restricted by UFC

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1-200-02, High-Performance and Sustainable Building Requirements, and UFC 3-410- 01 or when lifecycle cost-effective.

3-6.3 Fire Protection and Life Safety.

Comply with stated and cross-referenced requirements for fire protection, life safety, and mass notification systems.

3-6.3.1 Operable Partitions.

Where one or more operable partitions are provided, fire suppression and fire alarm devices must be provided to protect the space in accordance with UFC 3-600-01, Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities, with the partitions in the open or closed position.

Means of egress inclusive of the number of exit access doors and door swing must be in accordance with NFPA 101 requirements, with the partitions in the open or closed position.

3-6.3.2 Protection from Mechanical Damage.

Protect fire suppression, fire alarm, and life safety devices from mechanical damage where devices are located in areas subject to damage from sports equipment or related activities. Provide protective guards over exposed devices such as sprinklers, fire alarm notifications, exit signs, and manual pull stations or provide devices designed to handle impact damage. Minimize projections into activity spaces by providing flush-mounted devices. Manual pull stations with break-glass mechanisms are prohibited.

3-6.4 Electrical.

Refer to UFC 1-200-01 and comply with stated and cross-referenced requirements for electrical systems. Also comply with the following fitness center-specific requirements.

3-6.4.1 Lighting.

See Chapter 4 for light level and control requirements that are exceptions or additions to the requirements referenced above. Refer to \1\ UFC 3-530-01, Interior and Exterior Lighting Systems and Controls, /1/ for lighting levels not specified in Chapter 4 or in the requirements referenced above.

3-6.4.2 Standby Power Connection.

Provide the facility service entrance with the capability to temporarily connect a portable generator via an external connection point. Provide a hard surface area adjacent to the building service entrance sized to accommodate the largest portable generator (with integral fuel tank) dimension and weight available based on the generator size determined during the design. Provide accessible ground rod, bonded to the building grounding system, for connection to a portable generator.

Comply with NFPA 70, National Electrical Code, Article 702, “Optional Standby Systems.” Connect all emergency loads to a separate emergency panel served from the

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• Facility lighting (interior and exterior)

• Electric water heaters

• Gymnasium power

• Gymnasium HVAC system when a separate system is primarily serving the gymnasium

• Toilet and shower exhaust within locker rooms

• Public toilet exhaust

3-6.4.3 Telecommunication Systems.

See Chapter 4 for outlet locations.

3-6.4.4 Cable Television (CATV).

See Chapter 4 for outlet locations.

3-6.4.5 Electronic Security Systems (ESS).

Design the ESS in accordance with UFC 4-021-02, Electronic Security Systems. See Chapter 4 for locations and additional criteria. For all facilities identified to operate in the unmanned state, provide Common Access Card (CAC) -enabled entrances and provide duress alarm buttons accessible to patrons.

3-6.4.6 Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV).

Design the CCTV system in accordance with UFC 4-021-02. See Chapter 4 for locations and additional requirements.

For all facilities identified to operate in the unmanned state, provide CCTV cameras in public fitness center spaces and at access points with a connection to a local CCTV recording system.

3-6.4.7 Intercommunication and Public Address (PA) Systems.

See Chapter 4 for locations and additional criteria.

3-6.4.8 Receptacles.

See Chapter 4 for locations and additional criteria.

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3-6.4.9 Emergency Medical Alert.

Provide a means of notification of a medical emergency event by using a latching dedicated blue mushroom-type switch connected directly to the transmitter device/panel used to send fire alarm signals to a fire alarm/security supervising station. Activation of the medical emergency mushroom switch will activate a separate signal via the transmitter to the fire station/security supervising station.

3-6.4.10 Lightning Protection System.

Install lightning protection systems for new facilities and existing facilities modifications in accordance with NFPA 780, Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection Systems.

3-7 FURNISHINGS AND EQUIPMENT.

Furnishings, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) items are listed for specific spaces in Chapter 4. Fitness equipment includes all government-furnished, government-installed fitness equipment, including cardiovascular, strength training, and functional training items. These items are funded using the same source as FF&E but will be procured, installed, and coordinated by non-appropriated funds (NAF) via the fitness program management office.

3-8 SITE DESIGN AND ORGANIZATION.

Where possible, use outdoor spaces as transition spaces and for extended fitness uses, such as areas for runners and bicyclists and covered concrete pads for functional fitness equipment/apparatus. Provide a site design that feels safe for all authorized users. If located nearby, provide access paths to related functions such as outdoor running tracks, sports fields, open park space, or other outdoor activity areas.

3-8.1 Landscaping.

Refer to UFC 3-201-02, Landscape Architecture, and comply with stated and cross-referenced requirements for landscaping. Also comply with local installation landscape standards. Avoid plantings that require an irrigation system.

3-8.2 Parking and Access Drives.

Provide adequate parking for both staff and patrons with appropriate access drives.

Connect at least one of each site arrival point to an accessible building entrance using an accessible route. Provide bicycle racks near the facility entrance in a secure location.

The total number of parking spaces to be constructed for a fitness center is based on a parking analysis of site conditions that considers factors such as available parking in the vicinity, access to public or government-furnished transportation, and location with respect to troop housing.

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3-8.3 Service Drive.

Verify the size of required service vehicles prior to planning and designing the service access areas. Provide a back-up spur for dead-end and service drives that exceed 100 feet (30 m) in length. Provide access to the serviced areas: receiving and equipment repair area, recycling/garbage dumpster/storage (indoor or outdoor), mechanical room, and service entry, if one is designated. Provide a service vehicle apron and consolidate service access, when possible. Screen or separate the service area from public use or traffic areas with attractive walls, fences, depressions, berms, and landscaping. Comply with UFC 4-010-01. Ensure proper drainage if depressions are used. Do not cross outdoor activity areas with service access.

3-8.4 General Site Lighting.

Refer to UFC 1-200-01 and comply with stated and cross-referenced requirements for electrical systems. If the facility is near a flightline, site lighting cannot interfere with or be a distraction to aircraft movement at night.

3-9 SUSTAINABLE DESIGN.

Comply with UFC 1-200-02.

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CHAPTER 4 SPECIFIC DESIGN CRITERIA

4-1 INTRODUCTION.

4-1.1 Design.

This chapter identifies the specific design needs for each functional area outlined in the space program. Tables 4-1 through 4-32 provide this data in a standard functional data sheet format.

4-1.2 Service-Specific Programmatic Differences.

Service-specific programmatic differences are indicated on the functional data sheets.

Comply with agency requirements that apply to the project.

4-2 INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES.

The interior construction specialties, equipment, and furnishings criteria provided in these tables are broken down as follows:

4-2.1 Casework/Built-In Equipment.

This includes anything physically attached or plumbed to the building, such as counters, cabinets, casework, toilet accessories, fixed window treatments, and laundry machines.

4-2.2 Furnishings, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E).

This includes contractor-furnished, contractor-installed loose items such as desks, tables, chairs, and bookshelves.

4-2.3 User-Provided Equipment.

This includes all government-furnished, government-installed items, which are typically limited to office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, and flat panel displays (if mounted, the flat panel display mount will be built-in).

4-2.4 Fitness Equipment.

This includes all government-furnished, government-installed fitness equipment, including cardiovascular, strength training, and functional training items. These items are funded using the same source as FF&E but will be procured and installation-coordinated by NAF by the fitness program management office.

4-3 FUNCTIONAL DATA SHEETS.

These data sheets are available as a Microsoft® Word file for use during project execution. The file is downloadable from the Whole Building Design Guide (WBDG) website as an attachment to this UFC: \1\ http://www.wbdg.org/ffc/dod/unified-facilities-criteria-ufc/ufc-4-740-02 /1/

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Table 4-1 Entry/Lobby and Waiting/Display

Description/ Usage

The lobby serves as the primary entrance to the facility for patrons, visitors, and spectators. The lobby must be open and friendly in design and serve to introduce the rest of the facility. Immediately adjacent to the lobby is the waiting/display area which provides an area for customers to relax and for the facility to display trophies and special activities and programs.

Min. Ceiling Ht. 10 ft (3.05 m) minimum.

Finishes Walls. Provide a low-maintenance, durable finish with a wainscot. Provide painted gypsum wallboard or accent wall materials and color for visual interest.

Floor. Provide a low-maintenance, durable, moisture- and slip-resistant finish suitable for this high-traffic area. Provide stained concrete, stone, terrazzo, or porcelain tile.

Provide a walk-off mat/area at the entrance door that works integrally and flush with the adjacent finishes. Provide a base that matches the flooring or a vinyl or rubber base.

Ceiling. Provide an identifying entry feature by creating custom ceiling using a combination of ceiling systems and/or a ceiling exposed to structure above.

Plumbing Provide electric water cooler(s) near public toilets.

HVAC Provide system per Chapter 3, "HVAC."

Fire Protection Provide system per Chapter 3, "Fire Protection and Life Safety."

Power Provide outlets per…