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Struggling to heat sports halls, gyms or leisure spaces efficiently?

Infrared Heating for Sports & Leisure

Sports halls, gyms, swimming pools, and leisure centres are notoriously difficult (and expensive) to heat. Large volumes of air, high ceilings, and intermittent use make traditional systems like gas blowers or radiators wasteful and unreliable.

Infrared heating provides a smarter, more sustainable solution; warming people and surfaces directly without wasting energy on unused air.

EEZ Medium Wave Infrared heaters in sports hall.

Why Infrared Works for Sports & Leisure Spaces


Fast response times

switch on before a class or match and feel warmth in minutes.

Perfect for intermittent use

heat only when spaces are occupied.

Handles high ceilings

radiant heat isn’t lost at roof level like warm air.

Durable & low maintenance

long-lasting panels with minimal servicing needs.

Improves comfort

even warmth, no draughts or noisy blowers.

Infrared vs Conventional Sports Hall Heating

Feature Infrared Heating (ARC) Gas/Air Blower Heating Gas/Air Blower Heating
Warm-up speed Instant radiant warmth Slow pre-heat needed hours in advance
Energy use Heat only occupied areas, save up to 40% Constantly burning fuel, high bills
Comfort Even warmth, no draughts Uneven, noisy, draughty
Maintenance Minimal, 20+ year lifespan Regular servicing, breakdowns common
Sustainability Electric, solar-compatible, PFAS-free Fossil fuel dependent

FAQs – Sports & Leisure Infrared Heating

Yes. Radiant heat warms players, spectators, and surfaces directly, without being lost into roof space.

Yes. Unlike convection systems, you don’t need to heat the entire hall in advance. Heat only when occupied.

Absolutely. Infrared provides comfortable, even warmth without stuffy air circulation.

Infrared can reduce condensation and improve comfort in poolside areas.

Infrared Heating for Sports and Leisure Facilities

Sports and leisure facilities need heating that responds immediately, handles high ceilings and varying occupancy, and keeps running costs in check. Our infrared systems deliver on all three - heating the people and surfaces that matter, not the empty air above them.