Improving communities through sport

Facility Planning: Appealing to Pro Sports Teams as a Training Facility

How facility planning can appeal to pro sports teams

Appealing to Pro Sports Teams With Your Facility Planning Arguably the most important aspect of facility planning is making your facility one that athletes, coaches, and teams want to use. You want your facility to be a top-tier facility so that potential customers will come to you rather than going somewhere else. One potential source […]

3 Considerations for Your FF&E

furniture in a reception area of a community center that understands ff&e

Important Considerations for FF&E If you have previous experience with facility planning, then you may already understand the ins and outs of furniture, fixture, and equipment (FF&E) and the importance it plays in your budgeting and development processes. But getting just what you want for your money isn’t always easy. In fact, there are a […]

Multi-Purpose Center: What to Offer

Young kids playing soccer at a multi-purpose center

What Programs and Events To Offer At Your Multi-Purpose Center A multi-purpose center is often the best financial option for people looking to invest in a sports complex because they give you versatility. A complex that can host multiple sports and/or events is naturally going to bring in more revenue. However, there are limits to […]

Turning an Old Building Into a Community Center

building renovated into a community center with help from SFA

Making a Community Center Out Of An Old Building Building a community center is a great way to invest in the culture and wellness of a neighborhood or town. They can be used to provide exercise opportunities for the public, meeting spaces for organizations and businesses, event spaces for local festivals, and more. And while […]

Facility Management Services Let You Focus on the Big Picture

Facility Management and Owners

Facility Management and the Benefits for Owners As the owner of a sports facility or recreation center, your plate is constantly full. Juggling the responsibilities of being an owner is hard enough without worrying about the day-to-day management of your facility. That’s where Sports Facilities Management comes in. Our facility management services ensure that all […]

Essential FF&E Items for a Sports Facility

FF&E exercise equipment at a sports facility

FF&E Items You Need For a Sports Facility FF&E stands for Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment. In the construction of a sports facility, this makes up anything that outfits the building, including tables, chairs, artwork, appliances, and more. In most sports facilities, FF&E makes up one to ten percent of the total development budget, making it […]

Staff Development: The Importance of Cross-Training Staff

Staff Development Cross-Trained Employees

You Should Include Cross-Training in Your Staff Development Staff development can be a complex challenge. Often it means helping staff be as efficient at their job as possible, while also being happy in their position. But it can also mean increasing the scope and responsibility of their current job. Employees who can perform various roles […]

How a Community Center Benefits a Small Town

Main street of a small town community center

Download Sand Mountain Park Case Study Download Community Center: Benefits for Small Towns Small town life offers many benefits: clean air, little traffic, low crime rates, and a slower pace. Despite the benefits, small towns have continue to suffer under the weight of economic downturns. To boost their economies and revitalize their communities, many small towns […]

When is it Time to Renovate Your Sports Complex?

Sports Complex Renovations

Sign You Should Renovate Your Sports Complex Soon No matter what you do, your sports complex will eventually need to undergo some renovations. Whether they’re big or small, they’ll become necessary at some point. Sometimes it’s because things are outdated, sometimes you just want to put in a new feature. Whatever the reasoning, it’s important […]

What to Consider When Designing a Multi-Purpose Facility

Architects planning a multi-purpose facility

Design Consideration for Multi-Purpose Facilities From sports tournaments to trade shows and corporate conferences, multi-purpose facilities can host a variety of events. Unfortunately, planning for a variety of events can be a huge design challenge. Sports Facility Advisory plans and develops community centers and sports complexes, so we know how to approach a multi-purpose facility. […]

Staff Development: How to Foster Long Term Growth in Your Staff

Staff Development Training Session

Staff Development and Growing Your Company from Within If a company has high employee turnover, there’s usually a good reason. Sure, sometimes it’s the nature of the industry they’re in, but most of the time the blame lies with the employer. High turnover means the employees are either unhappy, or they feel like their job […]

How to Conduct a Feasibility Study

Business people feasibility study

The Steps of a Successful Feasibility Study Feasibility studies are an integral part of any successful business. Performed before making big financial investments such as hiring new employees or buying new equipment, feasibility research determines if a decision is practical from an economic and operational standpoint. Though these studies are used in a variety of […]

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