Multi-Purpose Sports Area

Scarcity of land and high expenditure on the maintenance of natural sports surfaces have compelled many local and school level sports governing bodies to opt for multi-purpose sports area. Also known as Multi-use Games Areas (MUGAs), these sports pitches can be used to play a wide variety of sports such as tennis, netball, 5-a-side, hockey, or for general training.

Artificial sports pitches require minimal maintenance and can be used all year round. They may also include a shock absorbent layer just beneath the top layer which offers protection to players from injury. These are some of the main reasons that make these surfaces increasingly popular for MUGAs.

A Multi-purpose sports area has a specially designed and constructed sports surface that makes it suitable for a range of sports to be played on it. The sports surface is available in different specifications to suit all budgets and levels of play. The types of surfaces or sports pitches that can be used for MUGAs are polymeric, bitumen macadam, and synthetic grass surfaces. In recent years, many educational institutions, sports clubs and local authorities have opted for synthetic outdoor sports surfaces for MUGAs. These surfaces often feature synthetic grass made of polyethylene or polypropylene.

Surround fencing and floodlighting are also an important part of a multi-purpose sports area. A company specialising in the construction of synthetic sports surfaces and other sports areas may also take care of supplying and installing the accompanying sports equipment and facilities. Many such companies also offer their services for the maintenance of these surfaces.