"The Gymnasium And Its Fittings" by E.G. Ravenstein and J. Hulley provides a comprehensive overview of gymnasium design and equipment during the late 19th century. This detailed guide covers various aspects of gymnasium construction, including ventilation, lighting, and heating, tailored for different climates and user needs. It meticulously describes essential apparatus such as vaulting horses, parallel bars, and climbing ropes, offering insights into their effective use and maintenance. Originally intended for educators, architects, and anyone involved in promoting physical fitness, this book reflects the Victorian emphasis on structured exercise and moral development through physical activity. It serves as both a historical document of gymnastic practices and a practical handbook for setting up and managing a gymnasium. Its detailed descriptions and illustrations make it a valuable resource for understanding the evolution of physical education and the design of facilities dedicated to exercise.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.