Before starting an outdoor fitness area project, ensure you have a clear budget to avoid underestimating costs and ensure project completion. A budget helps identify funding sources, optimizes resource use, and determines gym size and equipment. Public gyms might use grants or donations, while private gyms may rely on resident fees. Financial approval from relevant organizations may be needed. An accurate budget is crucial for site planning, equipment, and installation.

Choosing the right location for your outdoor fitness area is crucial for its success. Consider proximity to amenities, public transportation access, and available outdoor spaces. A convenient location ensures higher user engagement. Also, consider the local climate for year-round usability. Ideally, place the fitness area where it attracts attention and is easily accessible. In public parks, situate it near running or biking trails and provide adequate parking for those who drive.

Site planning is crucial for an outdoor fitness area project. It helps identify the best location, assess risks like environmental hazards or access issues, and ensure compliance with local zoning and building codes. Proper planning also aids in budgeting by identifying potential costs. Choose a site with good drainage and sufficient shade for summer comfort. Address low spots by adding soil to prevent water ponding, which can pose safety hazards.

Ensuring the safety of outdoor exercise equipment users is paramount. Use durable materials and fixtures to protect against vandalism and extend the installation's lifespan. Adding floodlights allows for equipment use after dark or on overcast days, enhancing security and deterring vandalism. This visibility helps keep the gym in good condition for longer enjoyment.

To identify the target audience of the outdoor gym site, consider the context in which it will be used. For example, if it is part of an apartment complex that caters to young, single people, fitness classes and socializing opportunities should be included. On the other hand, if the gym is located near a jogging trail, more cardio equipment may not be necessary.

Your outdoor gym area must be accessible. Where possible ensure there are reserved, accessible parking spots close to the gym and that all walkways and ground surfaces are suitable for people who use mobility devices.

Choose durable, budget friendly equipment for your outdoor facility. Ensure each station has enough space for safe use without overlapping others. Include signage with visuals to demonstrate proper equipment use, helpful for non-native speakers. 

The outdoor gym space should have a ground surface which is easily accessible. Two of the most common choices are rubber wetpour surfacing and loose-fill surface material. The option you select will be determined by your budget and the type of equipment you plan to install.

Ensure your new outdoor gym is well used by hosting a grand opening celebration. Invite fitness professionals to demonstrate the equipment and inform local residents about the event. Promote the gym through signs in common areas and updates on websites as part of a broader campaign. With the right strategy, your investment will attract more users.

HAGS are one of the few Original Equipment Manufacturers of fitness equipment in Europe.

This means that we don’t rely on imported products or components, ensuring that original spare parts or refurbishments can be provided promptly and without delay when needed.

Not all fitness products are equal and, whilst the differences might appear small, it’s important to note the integrity with which we design our products.

We use high-quality materials and production methods for our internal buffer stops, helping to reduce the risk of entrapments and injury. Our bearings have high running accuracy, high-speed performance, and high system rigidity.

We use continuous welding techniques on many steel parts. This helps to eliminate water ingress, and prevent rust and corrosion. Our accredited powder coating system is economical, long lasting, and colour durable.

We design equipment that challenges you no matter your ability or body shape.

We use anthropometric data on human body size and shapes during the design process. Therefore, taller or heavier adults are less prone to injury on our equipment as all body dimensions have been considered.

Accessibility and usability are also important considerations during the design process, resulting in equipment that can be used by as many people as possible.