MIL-HDBK-1037/8
Example:
6000 Military Personnel Population x 3.5% = 210 patrons at
peak load
210 patrons x 3.58 square meters (38.5 SF) = 751.10 square meters
(8,085 SF) fitness
area
4.1.3
Aerobic Room
a) Activity Description: For instructional classes and
informal practice sessions in aerobic dance.
b) Hours of Use: Daily. Hours will vary.
Coordinate
specific hours with the local command.
c) User Groups: Military personnel, family members,
reservists, retirees, and eligible DOD civilians. Majority
utilization by female patrons.
d) Number of Users:
Daily average varies by base
population and program.
e)
Special Finishes Required
(1) The floor should be either hardwood with a
subsurface sleeper system or low pile, bond-layered carpet on top
of 100-ounce impact absorbent padding. Synthetic floor
finishes/materials, specially made for aerobic exercise, can be
used as an alternative.
(2) At least one wall should be finished with
mirrors to a minimum height of 2133 mm (7 feet) above the
finished floor. Specify trim moldings along the top and bottom
edges of the mirrors, and along the mirror ends if they are not
flush with the end walls. Two or three walls finished with
mirrors are preferable. The wall mirrors should be mounted
continually edge-to-edge, approximately 355 mm (1 foot 2 inches)
above the finished floor. A ballet bar, 1062 mm (42 inches)
above the finished floor, 37 to 50 mm (1.5 to 2 inches) in
diameter, and 152 to 177 mm (6 to 7 inches) from the wall, should
be mounted along one wall for stretching.
(3) Aerobic areas must have a minimum of 500 lux (50
footcandles) of lighting. Natural lighting (skylights or
windows) may be used whenever possible, being careful to avoid
heat gain, harsh direct sun lines and glare.
f)
Utilities Requirements
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