On May 25th, IAKS Japan welcomed Mr. Takashi Kurono, CEO of Beachtown, to the 3rd expert circle: "Outdoor fitness - Intersection between nature and health".

Under the guidance of Holger Kortbek, Gladsaxe Municipality (Denmark), nine experts from four countries discussed the current trends and challenges in nature activity areas. How is the situation like in Europe and what are the expectations from users and public authorities?

The conference on December 3, 2020 brought together experts from the sports sector, public and private operators, architects, company representatives and scientists.

On 5 Nov 2020, the commission reviewed the great progress achieved since the adoption of the IOC’s Olympic Agenda 2020 in 2015 across the areas of sustainability and legacy. IAKS President Dr. Stefan Kannewischer, who is a member of the IOC sustainability and legacy commission since 2017, is impressed with the achievements.

Initiated by Javier Dávila de Eusebio (IDOM, Spain) and Mike Trice (Populous, UK), twelve experts from eight countries met to discuss “How will Covid-19 affect stadium designs?”. Their advice: Prepare ahead of the return of fans.

IAKS member SIAT provides inspiration for innovative sports and leisure facilities on its website. From "A" for activity park to "W" for Wushu, a wide range of movement spaces for indoor and outdoor is presented.

What to do if there is a lack of space due to dense development? How can cities and municipalities offer attractive spaces for exercise and relaxation? The exemplary sports and leisure facilities that IAKS member LOA Fonden has put together on its website can provide food for thought.

The newly elected Executive Board members will continue their activities with full commitment. Continuous growth in membership. The Board defines six most important activities for the next two years.

The current situation is confronting us all with unprecedented and new challenges. Together, we must do our very best to contain the coronavirus. The best way to reach us is by email or by phone.