Maximise your team’s results with a sports shelter

April 07, 2022

Athletes and facilities can both benefit from installing a sports shelter at a sporting site. This is especially true if the venue hosts an athletic event like football, rugby, or other team sports. Sports shelters have gained in popularity in recent years. Playgrounds, stadiums, multi-sport courts, and other sites are examples. The development of these shelters offers athletes with a warm and shady atmosphere. They do, however, provide several other benefits to both players and facilities.

We can add shelters after a project is complete or as part of the design. By incorporating sports shelters into accessible areas, they may improve any facility. We’ve put up a list of some of the most exciting benefits below.

UV Ray Defense

The fundamental advantage of having a sports shelter installed at a facility is that it protects both players and spectators from harmful UV rays. Sun rays harm even on gloomy or rainy days, and prolonged sun exposure can cause severe skin problems. Spectators and sportsmen alike will be at ease beneath shaded sitting areas, such as our BDS Sports Shelter, which provides great UV protection. 

Sports shelter for sports and training

Athletes must work out hard every day to increase their strength, endurance, and agility. They need a covered location to relax and cool off throughout training in order to continue. A sports shelter is an ideal place for an athlete to rest and prepare for another training session. They can safely keep water bottles, towels, or other items beneath the seats of our SS Sports Dugouts, where they may be accessed anytime required.

Protection against the Elements

Aside from shielding spectators and athletes from the sun and heat, sports shelters also protect them from inclement weather such as rain, snow, or extreme heat. It may begin to rain or snow during a game, or the weather may quickly change. Then a shelter comes in useful to keep everyone dry while still allowing them to participate in the game (if it continues). It can also serve as a deterrent against sudden dust storms or wind.

A sports shelter allows athletes to spend more time outside

Due to the cool shade provided by a sports shelter, athletes are more inclined to engage in outdoor activity for longer periods of time. For example, if a children’s pool area has shade, children are more likely to spend time there. Other adult and children’s athletic facilities receive a comparable level of scrutiny. An outdoor location with a pleasant shade will encourage people to gather with their family and friends if they are comfortable. They will stay for a longer period of time.

So now you know everything there is to know about sports shelters! Our sports shelters are a must-have for any sports teams and enthusiasts, so if you’re looking for affordable protection from all weather conditions, give us a call on 0800 612 7503 and speak to one of our experts about your needs today.


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