
Recreational Steel Buildings
Steel recreational buildings are an ultra-versatile solution for gyms, fitness centers, and multi-use recreation hubs. Clear-span engineering creates wide, column-free interiors that easily fit basketball and volleyball courts, climbing walls, turf fields, weight rooms, studios, and locker areas. With rapid prefab delivery and erection, steel helps you open sooner while offering the flexibility to adapt as your programs grow.
At Iowa 80 Builders, we specialize in designing and constructing fully functional athletic facilities. Drawing on years of industry experience, we guide you from planning and engineering through delivery and erection, ensuring a smooth process and a durable, code-compliant result.
Why Steel for Recreation
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Big, open space: clear spans for courts, turf, and large group training—no columns in your way.
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Speed to operation: prefabricated components streamline schedules and reduce downtime.
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Adaptable layouts: easy to reconfigure or expand with additional bays, mezzanines, or specialty zones.
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Low lifecycle costs: durable finishes and minimal maintenance protect your investment.
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Performance options: insulation, daylighting, acoustical strategies, and HVAC-ready design.
Custom Features We Can Integrate
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Sport & Fitness Areas: hardwood or sport-court surfaces, turf fields, climbing/bouldering walls, free-weight and machine zones, group studios.
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Support Spaces: front desk and lobby, offices, trainer rooms, pro shop/juice bar, storage, and mechanical rooms.
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Locker & Amenity Zones: locker rooms, showers, family changing rooms, sauna/steam (as specified).
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Access & Flow: oversized doors for equipment, spectator seating, scoreboards, and PA/AV infrastructure.
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Safety & Comfort: impact-resistant panels, ventilation and air quality solutions, and robust lighting.
Common Recreational Applications
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Personal Gyms
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Gymnasiums
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Fitness Centers
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Indoor Basketball Courts
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Recreation Centers
Project Details
- Category: Commercial
- Client: Dr. Devis
- Location: USA
- Surface Area: 75,020 m m2
- Completed Date: 2017
- Project Value: $950000
- Architect: Alex Hales