Beijing Science and Technology University Gymnasium

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The Beijing Science and Technology University Gymnasium is an indoor arena located on the campus of the University of Science and Technology Beijing.

At the 2008 Summer Olympics it will host the Judo and Taekwondo matches.

The venue covers an area of 2.38 hectares and the total floor space of construction reaches 24,662 square metres. The seating capacity is 8,024 seats, including 3,956 temporary ones. It consists of a main gym and a comprehensive facility.

After the Olympic Games, the gymnasium could be used to host sport competitions, art performances, and cultural activities. It will also continue to serve the campus.

Construction started on October 2005 and is scheduled to be completed by August 2007.