Frequently asked questionsFrequently Asked Questions.
Please find below some of the more commonly asked questions and queries Fitness Functions have recieved over the years.
General
Q. Will Fitness Functions travel to "my town" to carry out sports installation work?
A. Fitness Functions installation teams & sports catalogue deliveries cover the entire island of Ireland.
Q. Will a sales rep call to our school to discuss our sports equipment requirements?
A. We can call to your school, college, sports club or facility to discuss your sporting needs in person. We will offer advice on suitable sports products and do our very best to provide you with a great value deal. If the sports equipment needs to be installed in your venue it is vital to have a site survey conducted.
Sports Linemarking.
Q. How much does indoor/outdoor sports court line marking cost ?
A. Firstly, indoor and outdoor court linemarking are priced differently due to factors such as paint, surfaces and labour. Secondly, court line marking is a classic case of 'economy of scale' - the greater the number of courts the cheaper it is per court.
Q. Will you sand, varnish and line mark our sports hall floor?
A. If the timber floor in your sports hall or community centre has faded sports lines and a worn finish we can provide a top quality floor restoration service. We completely remove the old varnish and staining on the sports floor while carefully preserving the timber, this is achieved by various levels of sanding. Once the floor has been sanded thoroughly we then bring the lustre back by applying layers of special sports floor, non-slip varnish. Finally we seal and buff the floor to leave it looking as good as new.
Q. I have a new tarmac surface, can you apply sports line marking to it?
A. If you have a brand new tarmac surface we can apply all the required spports games lines for you. The fresh paint will really stand out against the new black surface. If you have an existing area and the lines have faded why not get the lines repainted. The existing sports line marking will reduce the length of time required because much of the measuring will already have been done. Consequently, the total sports line marking costs will be reduced.
If required, we can also mark your car park spaces, apply directional arrows, no parking zones, disabled parking signs, yellow grid boxes and zebra crossings to aid traffic flow and car park user safety.
Playground Markings.
Q. Can you send me a playground markings price list ?
A. We can send you our full list of playground markings by post, fax or email. We can also email you sample installation pictures of previous jobs showing you the high standard of our work.
Sports Seating
Q. Does Fitness Functions install retractable seating?
A. We offer a wide range of seating, including retractable bleacher seats, auditorium seating and stadium seating. The price range of our seating is wide enough to ensure that we can put together a package for various sporting venues.
As always, our free site survey will ensure that the type of seating proposed will match your requirements exactly.
Sports Games Kits
Q. Do you supply primary or sports games kits?
A. Fitness Functions have a range of pre-selected sports kits for a range of sports and activities to cover most customer needs. Buying a kit or coaching pack is often the cheapest way to get a lot of equipment to cover several activities or in the case of sports coaching packs, a lot of equipment to get a high number of participants playing in one go.
If you can’t see a sports kit that meets your exact needs you could make your own by choosing specific sports equipment from our 400 page mail order sports catalogue, we will always give the best price possible to ensure you get the best value for your sporting spend.
Badminton Posts.
Q. What type of badminton posts can Fitness Functions supply?
A. Whether you are looking for a competition badminton net system or introductory badminton sets for beginners, we have a comprehensive stock of badminton equipment.
Starting with full competition standard we can supply in ground (socketed) badminton posts with tournament nets, we also have a full sports installation service to ensure that the badminton equipment is properly set up. For schools and colleges we can offer badminton posts and nets that meet the Department of Education specifications see the following (LINK) and we can also cater for introductory equipment like the Big Red Base system. The big red base system will also cater for more sports than just badminton, it will allow you to play mini tennis, basketball, volleyball and various target games.
Tennis Posts.
Q. What type of tennis posts does Fitness Functions supply?
A. The most popular type of tennis systems come with ground sockets complete with posts and nets. The sockets are set in concrete and the posts are simply slipped into these sockets when you want to play. The posts are light weight, easy to store and quick to set up thus maximising playing or teaching time.
An alternative to an ‘in ground system’ is a free standing set. Free standing tennis sets don’t require any floor fixings or sockets and can be used both indoor & outdoor.
Athletics; Shot Puts & Discus.
Q. I’m looking for some information on Shot puts & Discus. Can you give me some information regarding sizes and prices?
A. We can supply all sizes and weights for throwing equipment to meet the relevant competition rules. If you are unsure of the weight you should be using for your age group please do not hesitate to contact us directly on 1890 252 856 or browse the athletics section of our online shop website for more information and direct links to the IAF and IAAF websites
We also have a wide range of indoor throwing equipment for a variety of age groups. With the sport equipments reduced weight and special coverings your sports floor won’t suffer any damage and you will be able to introduce your sports class, regardless of age and ability, to the techniques of throwing or putting in an indoor environment with maximum personal safety.
Sports Equipment Catalogue.
Q. I am looking to get a copy of your Sports Equipment Catalogue, can you post me one and is it free?
A. Our Sports Mail Order Catalogue is Free and available to anyone who would like a copy. All you have to do is email, phone or fill in an address form on our website to request your free copy and we will post it out. Our sports equipment catalogue is a great resource for everything you need, from just one small piece of sports equipment to filling your whole PE store room for the academic year.
Once you have received your sports catalogue please feel free to send us your ‘wish list’ and we will raise a quotation and apply discounts where possible.
High jump Mats.
Q. Do you have high jump mats suitable for ‘junior athletics’?
A. Depending on the high jump level you intend to reach and the ability of the people using the high jump mats there are really two main options:
Firstly, there is a standard high jump area measuring 5m x 2.5m x 50cm deep and club version measuring 5m x 3m x 65cm deep. Both mats come in multiple pieces to facilitate easy storage and come complete with a spike proof wear sheet. The wear sheet is to stop the matting underneath being perforated by spiked athletics shoes but also acts as a collective wrap to keep all of the separate mats together.
As with all large, or high cost pieces of sports equipment it is advisable to contact us to discuss your requirements before purchase.
Basketball
Q.What quality of basketball equipment do you supply?
A. Fitness Functions supply indoor & outdoor basketball systems, from stand alone units through to ceiling basketball units. We deal with a number of international suppliers which allows us to supply basketball goals to suit every game level, from practice to international standard.
Q. What are the dimensions of a basketball court?
A. A basketball court measures 28m x 15m and a 2m perimeter around the court should be kept clear of all obstacles.
Q. What height should a Basketball ring be?
A. The correct height for a basketball ring is 10ft from the ground for senior play or 8ft6" for juniors.
Q. Do you install outdoor basketball posts?
A. Fitness Functions manufacture and install our outdoor basketball units to the Dept. of Education specifications countrywide.
Q. I'm working in a school and I was wondering how do you install outdoor basketball units? Can you give me some guidance?
A. We supply various types of outdoor basketball units but we manufacture, supply and can install basketball units which conform to Department of Education specifications. If you wish to install these units yourself, please follow our 'basketball installation guidelines' in our School Sports guidelines & specifications section or click basketball installation guidelines. If you any need further assistance please contact our office.
Q. I’m looking for some information and prices on a standard outdoor basketball backboard. How long should a weather proof backboard last?
A. The standard size for outdoor basketball is 4ft wide x 3ft high and they are mainly made from timber. The type of timber and paint finish can vary among manufacturers but we have found that the best type basketball backboards are made from special weatherproof timber with a plastic paint finish. This finish flexes better, making it more durable in extreme weather conditions than a traditional gloss paint finish.
We can also supply boards made from fibre glass and steel (anti-vandal style) if required. The life expectancy of a standard timber back board should be at least five years but factors such as misuse, weather and location must be considered.
Volleyball
Q. What standard of volleyball equipment do you supply?
A. Fitness Functions supply & install volleyball equipment from practice to international standards. We are the official equipment supplier to the Volleyball Association of Ireland.
Q. What are the dimensions of a volleyball court?
A. The correct dimensions to a volleyball court are 18m x 9m.
Gymnastics.
Q. What type of gym mats do you recommend for schools?
A. We supply a wide range of mats, however for schools we recommend the Department of Education 1.8m x 1.2m x 25mm horizontal storage gym mats or vertical storage 1.8m x 1.2m x 32mm lightweight mats.
