IAKS - International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities

2025 IAKS Nordic study trip to Gothenburg (Sweden), 11 March

Join the tour to 6 inspiring sites. Registration now open.

IAKS in a nutshell

Learn all about the international network for sports and leisure facilities: activities and mission

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IAKS worldwide

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sb magazine

The world‘s leading trade magazine for the architecture, construction and operation of sports and leisure facilities

Information and education

Our conferences, trainings and study trips: from practitioners for practitioners.

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Case study, whitepaper, and the latest sb magazine

Case studies, white papers, and presentations. Learn from our experts. Get insight into best practices and innovative solutions.

29th IAKS Congress 28-31 Oct 2025 in Cologne, Germany

Together, we will identify trends, challenges and solutions that will significantly influence the future of sport and leisure facilities in a global context.

News

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IAKS UK+Ireland spring event in Cardiff, Wales 10-11 April 2025: programme preview released

The Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales will be the venue for the next IAKS UK+Ireland learning and networking event. This symposium will focus on how sports and leisure facilities could better serve the needs of communities. Have a look at the exciting agenda and save the date!

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