Master Class
Thursday, March 18th
This master class is held in English and is organised by IAKS Nordic and the Danish Foundation for Culture and Sports Facilities (LOA).
How do we create sports facilities that meet the needs of tomorrow?
Time: 9.00-15.00
Location: J2
This master class is held in English and is organised by IAKS Nordic and the Danish Foundation for Culture and Sports Facilities (LOA).
Are we facing a shortage of sports facilities, or are we simply building facilities that no longer meet the needs of society? And how can innovation help us create spaces that encourage physical activity, strengthen communities and remain relevant for generations to come?
Join IAKS Nordic and the Danish Foundation for Culture and Sports Facilities (LOA) for an interactive master class exploring how innovation can transform the way we plan, design and develop sports and leisure facilities.
Drawing on Nordic research, practical experience and real-world examples, the master class challenges traditional approaches to facility development. Discover how to move beyond standardised solutions, put user needs at the centre of the process and create lasting value for both communities and society.
Through three interactive sessions combining expert insights, discussions and group work, participants will explore why innovation matters, how to turn knowledge and vision into action, and what we should actually be building for the future.
Designed for decision-makers, planners, architects, facility developers and professionals working with sports and leisure infrastructure, this is an opportunity to exchange perspectives, challenge established thinking and gain practical tools for developing more sustainable, inclusive and future-ready facilities.
About the Danish Foundation for Culture and Sports Facilities (LOA)
The Danish Foundation for Culture and Sports Facilities (LOA) is an independent public foundation under the Danish Ministry of Culture. Each year, it allocates approximately EUR 12 million to support innovative sports, cultural and leisure facilities across Denmark. Its mission is to rethink traditional facility design and create spaces that respond to changing patterns of physical activity, culture and community life.