The Urban Structure is highly influenced by the activities and functions it holds in turn attracting the users to these public spaces which are the arenas for action. As technology dominated the world, the physical activities were phased out. Fast urban development pushed the sports activities towards the edges of the cities without any importance given to the architecture. They were hidden behind green areas with little or poor connection to the urban environment. Often isolated from view with no or weak importance given to proper spatial analysis or aesthetics to make way for further urban development. It has been a common notion to consider sports as large unprofitable ground until now as people are starting to prefer active lifestyle choices.
Changes in the practice of sports has led to more individualization of it. People are participating more in individual activities than in organized sports like biking, jogging and parkour. The contemporary lifestyle is more focused on being active and healthy; it is a way of life. The importance of urban space for sports is increasing. New activities challenge the urban form. It is imperative to study the manifestation of physical activities in an urban environment. Multi functionality attracts more and diverse users resulting in interaction between wider groups. The integration of sports in the urban form strengthens the dynamic social cohesion.
Spatial typology of sports determines the sports participation. The influential spatial aspects are visibility, accessibility and relation to public. In order to attract passersby, sports should be visible. Striking design and the dynamics of the sports space can be used to allure new users. An inviting and comfortable space for sitting, chatting, standing, watching and being watched should be possible in a well-structured urban sports space. The public should feel comfortable to enter the space as accessibility plays a significant role in people making exercising a routine. A safe slow traffic route is also an attractive feature in a well functional urban space. The appeal of the entrance to the urban area is a crucial point in relating to the public. It should create a comfortable atmosphere for public to be social and get involved.
Urban sports areas can have an influential role in broadening interaction between different social groups and adding quality to the overall society. Through different levels of application and integration of sports in an urban area, it can combine space and sports and bring together people in a common arena to a healthy lifestyle.
