November is Men’s Month, and International Men’s Day is approaching. Now is a good time to thank the men whose work and determination help make great things happen. One such achievement is, of course, the Aidu Water Sports Center.

The Aidu Water Sports Center was completed in an exceptionally short time — just three months. It was a very time-critical construction project that required great endurance and flexibility from the builders. When construction began, the expectation was a typically mild Estonian autumn. In reality, conditions proved to be far more challenging.

Construction took place in the autumn–winter period of 2023. Already in early November, cold waves hit the village of Aidu, with temperatures dropping to as low as –20°C. The frozen ground made both excavation and construction work significantly more difficult. To maintain the construction pace, additional heating methods and technical solutions had to be used so that work could continue despite the low temperatures.

In addition to the cold, strong autumn winds further complicated the situation, especially affecting work carried out at higher levels. As a result, work safety became a key focus. Wind strength and the nature of the tasks had to be assessed daily to ensure worker safety. Some stages of work had to be temporarily suspended to avoid the risk of falls or uncontrolled movement of materials.

Despite these challenges, work was not halted. The key to the project’s success was close cooperation with the construction team, continuous planning, and rapid responses to changing conditions. Coordinating the work required clear task distribution, and in some cases, schedules had to be adjusted on an hourly basis to stay on track.

Special equipment and technologies were used during construction, enabling work to continue even on frozen ground. Temporary solutions were also implemented to protect materials and structures from the weather. All of this helped ensure that the center was completed on time and met quality standards.

The completed Aidu Water Sports Center is an important facility for both local development and the diversification of Estonia’s water sports landscape. The center offers opportunities for various water sports and provides conditions for training, competitions, and leisure activities. The success of the project demonstrates that even in challenging conditions, ambitious goals can be achieved when a team is committed and ready to adapt.

The construction of the Aidu Water Sports Center will certainly be remembered as one of the most extensive and time-demanding projects, where weather played a significant role. The end result shows that despite the cold, wind, and tight schedule, a modern and essential sports facility was successfully built — one that will serve the people of Estonia for many years to come.

A big thank you to all the men whose dedication and skills helped bring the center to life. We wish all men an inspiring and joyful Men’s Month and a memorable Men’s Day. Come and celebrate it with us!

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Aidu Water Sports Center construction progress video