Custom Acoustic Baffles for Sports Facilities – International College, Ain Aar (Lebanon)

Introduction

Large indoor sports facilities—such as basketball courts, gymnasiums, and multi-purpose halls—pose unique acoustic challenges. High ceilings, hard surfaces, and expansive volumes often lead to long reverberation times (RT), causing speech intelligibility issues, discomfort, and excessive noise buildup.

At Acousystem Group, we design, manufacture, and install bespoke acoustic solutions tailored to each project’s functional and architectural needs. Our recent project at the International College (IC) in Ain Aar, Lebanon involved the complete delivery of over 1,000 custom acoustic baffles for the school’s indoor basketball court—a 5,000+ m³ space used by students, athletes, and visitors.

Working closely with the project architect, we created a system that delivered exceptional reverberation control while integrating seamlessly into the building’s design.

 

Why Acoustic Control Matters in Large Indoor Sports Spaces

  • Reduces reverberation for better speech clarity
  • Improves comfort for players, spectators, and staff
  • Meets acoustic standards for educational institutions
  • Supports multi-functionality for sports and events

 

What Are Acoustic Baffles?

Acoustic baffles are vertically suspended sound-absorbing panels designed to reduce noise buildup and shorten RT in large-volume spaces. They are particularly effective in areas where floor and wall space is limited, allowing treatment without disrupting activity zones.
Performance: NRC between 1.10 and 1.35.

Side angle view of acoustic baffles installed in the International College basketball court.

Side view of acoustic baffle installation – tailored to structural trusses.

Our End-to-End Solution at IC Ain Aar

  • Custom sizing to fit between existing structural steel beams
  • Dual-tone finish (black & white) for visual balance and ceiling integration
  • Tailored layout to align acoustic performance with architectural vision
  • Precision installation for consistent spacing and absorption efficiency
  • Local manufacturing for quality control and lead time optimization
Wide view of acoustic baffles installed across the ceiling of the International College basketball court.

Wide ceiling view showing large-scale acoustic baffle integration.

Key Features & Specifications

  • NRC 1.10–1.35 for high absorption efficiency
  • Durable non-combustible materials
  • Lightweight structure for safe overhead installation
  • Flexible color and size options to match design intent
  • Engineered suspension system for long-term stability

 

Benefits for Sports Facilities & Education

  • Clearer communication during training and events
  • Lower noise levels, improving comfort and focus
  • Enhanced multi-use capability for assemblies, performances, and tournaments
  • Increased compliance with acoustic standards for learning spaces
Close-up of custom acoustic baffles used at International College basketball court in Lebanon.

Close-up of custom acoustic baffle panels – engineered for high NRC values.

Applications in Sports & Public Venues

  • School and university gymnasiums
  • Indoor basketball and volleyball courts
  • Community sports halls
  • Multi-purpose auditoriums

 

Standards & Compliance

  • ISO 354 – Measurement of sound absorption in a reverberation room
  • EN 13964 – Suspended ceilings requirements and test methods
  • Local fire and safety codes for educational facilities
Acoustic baffles integrated with lighting and ceiling structure at International College.

Acoustic baffles integrated with lighting and structural layout.

Conclusion & Contact Details

Whether it’s a sports facility, educational space, or public venue, our custom acoustic baffle systems deliver precision-engineered noise control without compromising design.

📩 Learn more at www.acousystem.info
📞 For project consultations, contact our regional offices:
• Saudi Arabia: +966 59 180 5223
• Lebanon: +961 3 101 461
• Kuwait: +965 6690 0529
• Qatar: +974 6654 6597
✉ Email: [email protected]

 

Internal Links

  • Acoustic Baffles: https://acousystem.info/acoustic-baffles/
  • Projects: https://acousystem.info/projects/
  • Contact Us: https://acousystem.info/contact-us/

 

External References

  • ISO 354 – Sound Absorption Measurement: https://www.iso.org/standard/59612.html
  • EN 13964 – Ceiling Suspensions: https://standards.iteh.ai/catalog/standards/cen/a3a5d51c-6e65-4b47-9f55-d7e63f3b4dc4/en-13964-2014