Sports complexes with indoor pools: analysis of the current situation and evolution of management models

Year: Two thousand twenty-four
Promoter: Barcelona Provincial Council
Study document: Check the post

Subject of study
Analysis of the current situation of sports complexes with indoor pools in Catalonia and Spain, of the different existing management models, and of the trends observed at the European level.

Key evidence
• There is no single management model; its suitability depends on the characteristics and needs of each municipality.
• Economic sustainability and rising energy costs affect the viability of the facilities.
• The renovation of facilities and the improvement of energy efficiency become priority challenges.
• The challenges identified are shared with other European countries, despite differences in management models.

Application
The study provides technical criteria and evidence to guide the planning, management, and decision-making of local governments regarding indoor sports complexes with swimming pools.