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Super Bowl Events

Local Breweries

A German Trademark

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Auto Skills CenterGrand Reopening

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in this issueYouth Activites 4-5

Dinner Theater 7

Java Cafe Specials 8

Highlights 11

Bowling Tournaments 13

Arts & Crafts 18

Travel & Outdoor Recreation 20-21

Sports & Fitness 24-27

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The MWR Link magazine is a publication produced by the Marketing Office of USAG Grafenwoehr Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) Directorate.

The appearance of sponsorship and/or advertising does not imply an endorsement by the U.S. Army.

Information contained in this periodical was correct at the time of printing. Check with local activities for possible changes.

USAG Grafenwoehr CommandActing Garrison CommanderMrs. Kathy Aydt

USAG Grafenwoehr Family and MWRDirectorAudre L. Binder

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Marketing ManagerDSN 475-8654, CIV 09641-83-8654Marketing StaffDSN 475-8655/5037, CIV 09641-83-8655/5037

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Edge! offers opportunities to beat the winter blues, get fit and enjoy the snowTang Soo Do, a traditional Korean Martial Art, provides the method for developing confidence, discipline, focus and fitness for your children. Its primary purpose is on positive and enhanced character development and is the main reason it is perfect for children, youth and teens. Classes are offered through the SKIESUnlimited program and held each Tuesday and Thursday at the Netzaberg Youth Center.

For more information on these activities, contact Parent Central Services office at DSN 476-2760, CIV 09662-83-2760.

Don’t let the winter weather confine your teens to the TV. Get them out, get them active, and let them see what they can accomplish!

Another great opportunityto stay active ...Discover Tang Soo Do

Just because the temperatures drop and the ground is covered in snow doesn’t mean that your teen needs to hibernate the winter away!Child, Youth & School Services Edge! Program offers opportunities to beat the winter blues, get fit and enjoy the snow.

For those who are looking to increase their physical fitness and stay in shape for the spring sports season, the Wintertime Strength and Conditioning program is the way to go. Program runs every Tuesday and Friday afternoon, from 3:30 - 5 p.m., at the Grafenwoehr Physical Fitness Center and provides teens a chance to push themselves and find out how much they can accomplish. Each workout is geared towards the participants’ goals and desired outcomes, and will work them from head to toe. These workouts are fast paced and constantly keep the body guessing what is coming next, and the results are hard to miss. Transportation is provided from the Vilseck High School to the Grafenwoehr PFC immediately after the final bell, with return transportation to the Netzaberg

Youth Center and Vilseck High School. This program is open to youth in grades 8-12, but eighth graders must find their own way to the fitness center. This program is FREE to participate.

Teens with a love of snow and speed need to check out the Edge! Ski and Snowboard program! We will run Thursday trips to the Mehlmeisel ski slope on January 12, February 9 and 23, and are open to Middle School students only. Transportation will be provided from the Netzaberg Youth Center and back, plus a return to the Rose Barracks Outdoor Recreation Center. Each trip will allow for about two hours of time on the slope and basic instruction is provided. Not only that, but equipment rental from the Rose Barracks ODR and the lift ticket is also covered. The cost to each teen is ABSOLUTELY ZERO! Talk about a perfect opportunity for teens to find out if skiing and snowboarding is something they enjoy without breaking the bank.

In addition to these Thursday night trips we will run an amazing overnight trip for

Stay active and fit this winter

youth in grades 8-12 that just so happens to coincide with a school out day! The trip will depart after school on Thursday, January 26, and will take youth down south to Garmisch and the Bavarian Alps. Upon arrival we will link up with our friends from the Garmisch ODR for some night sledding in Austria before getting some much needed rest at Keane’s Lodge. The next day we will rise with the sun, devour breakfast and spend the rest of the day exploring the slopes of the Classic Valley! We will return late Friday night, January 27.

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YouthActivitiesJoin the Youth Center for fun, outdoor adventures, food and cultural experience.

January 21 - Come ski with us at the nearby Grosser Arber area for a day filled with fun! You need to bring your own equipment but transportation is FREE!

February 10 & 11 - Let’s have a PINK PARTY. The party is on for Youth grades 7-8 on February 10 at 6 p.m. and on February 11, High School Youth will have a good time starting at 7 p.m.

Experience different cultures - on February 21 as we celebrate Mardi Gras and on March 16 dress green for St. Patrick’s Day

March 24 - We take off for Ice Skating at the Donau Arena in Regensburg (and Mall shopping). Youth need to pay for skate rentals & rink fee. Transportation is FREE. Anyone interested in working with Teens in a particular skill area? We are looking for volunteers to share your special skills in topics including music, arts & crafts, astronomy & more!

Contact the Youth Center, Bldg. 72, DSN 466-2078, CIV 09472-83-2078 for more information.

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The Patton Fireside Lounge is open Thursday - Saturday, 5 p.m. - midnight

The Patton Fireside Lounge located onMain Post Grafenwoehr and its Bingoprogram paid out its very first jackpotprize during October’s Bingo game!

Kaidee Gorsuch and Samantha Seradfrom Rose Barracks enjoy coming to play - the company, suspense, atmosphere and the great food - all make for a fun night out.

Toward the end of the evening in October Kaidee and Samantha decided to split a jackpot card and ended up splitting a $2,500 jackpot!

Come out and test your luck at upcoming Bingo nights. Have dinner and drinks while you play and enjoy the company of your friends and make new ones!

Dates are January 26, February 23, and March 14.Doors open 5 p.m., Early Bird Bingo starts at 6 p.m. and Regular Bingo at 7 p.m.

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Get caught! for Dinner at the Patton... where we are always cooking something Great... created by our Chef Timothy D. Talley

Seadfood Dinner Nights, 5 - 9 p.m.every first Friday of the month

Southern Comfort Dinner, 5 - 9 p.m.January 13 and March 9

We’re open for Lunch . . . Sandwiches & more . . .11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Monday - FridayDaily Specials and take-out Service

Dinner TheaterFebruary 10 &11, 17 & 18, 24 & 25

Almost, Maine -- “Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend-almost-in this delightful midwinter night’s dream.”

Doors open at 6:30 p.m., Dinner at 7 p.m. and

shows start at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets must be purchased in advance at the

Grafenwoehr Performing Arts Center. Price of $25/person, $45/couple includes dinner and show.

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We have spacious banquet rooms and our catering service offers culinary delights, superb menus, buffets and food selections.All items are customizable, and our professional catering staff will work closely with you to plan an event that is truly great.Whether it is a small intimate party, reception, business or military function, let us take care of your catering needs. When every detail must be perfect, you can count on our expert staff to deliver a productive and successful outcome.Contact the Tower View Business Manager to schedule your event today. Monday by appointment, Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Sign up for League BowlingYouth and Mixed Leagues start in January at both bowling centers. Come in and learn and/or practice this lifetime sport. On January 7, we will have a Meet and Greet to form the Youth League. Meeting starts at 11 a.m. The cost and length of league will be determined at meeting.

January 9, marks the day to start the Monday Night Mixed League on Main Post with the meeting at 6:30 p.m. and start bowling at 7 p.m.

On the Rose Barracks side of the community Thursday Night Mixed League starts January 12 and the next day, January 13 the Friday Night Mixed League starts. We meet at 6:30 p.m. and start bowling at 7 p.m.

Win big at our AMF Challenge!Winner qualifies for the Finals held in September with a guaranteed First Place prize of $1000. King of the Hill tournament begins at 11 a.m. with a cost of $40 per person. Tournament offered only at the Main Post Bowling Center and dates are: January 29, February 26 and March 25.

Rose Barracks:January 14 - 15: MLK Weekend No Tap Tournament - $20 entry fee.

February 11: Valentine’s Day Scotch Doubles Tournament $20 entry fee. Call for tournament details.

Main Post:January 14 - 16: MLK Weekend No Tap Tournament - $20 entry fee.

February 12: Valentine’s Day Weekend Scotch Doubles Tournament $20 entry fee.Call for tournament details.

Mark your calendar:February 23: Poker Night at Rose Barracks. Three game set with prizes being awarded to the winning hand of each game. Entry fee is $20. Who said you couldn’t get some aerobic exercise playing cards?

March 17: St. Patrick’s Day! Bowling Special at both centers. Wear a green item of clothing and receive a free game.

We now feature video masking!Book your party and bring your

favorite DVD. Cosmic Bowling with laser lightsevery Friday & Saturday Night!

Watch for the buck is back specials featuring $1 bowling, $1 shoes and

$1 hotdogs!

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Stop by and give bowling a try! We offer fun and entertainment paired with affordable prices and great socializing opportunities.

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When you knew you were coming to Germany, you probably were excited for a number of reasons, one of them being that Beer is part of German Culture. Bavaria is clearly the leader in beer-making, with half of Germany’s breweries residing here.Read on and find out about two Breweries that are just a short drive away!

AltstadthofVisit Nürnberg’s “Underworld”Constructed beneath the northern part of the old town, following the 1380 decree requiring all restaurants serving beer to brew and store it on location, Castle Hill in Nürnberg hides this 25km web of tunnels and cellars,

vaults and passageways below the Altstadt. These caverns, which remain cool year-round, were all hewn by hand with hammer and chisel out of living rock and have served for centuries for fermentation and maturation of beer.

During WWII, from 1943 on, these cellars were converted into public air raid shelters. All existing ventilation shafts were sealed off as a precaution against gas bombs, and mechanical ventilation systems were installed

instead. A small portion of the maze is still utilized for maturation of beers and liquor of the “Hausbrauerei Altstadthof”, which is visited on the tour.You can take the tour Mondays – Fridays at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. starting at the “Altstadthof” where you can enjoy the beer and regional specialty meals afterwards. Cost is 4,50 €.

For more information visit their website at http://historische-felsengaenge.de/ or stop by the Tourist Information, part of the ”Nürnberg Info” inside the Künstlerhaus (artists house) across the Main Train Station (Hauptbahnhof).

Schloderer BräuAmberg’s secret“the later the evening, the merrier the guests” is the motto at the bar. Located in the heart of the old town of Amberg, Schloderer Bräu is tucked away into the wall across from the City Hall - a great place to visit if you wish to have a small taste of Bavarian native life and culture.It is a cozy brewery where people gather to feast sitting next to the brew kettle, drink at the bar, or gossip outside in the Biergarten. The very popular menu is full of variety, with hearty meals from the region, as well as exotic dishes.

Experience first-hand their delicious, freshly tapped beer which is brewed according to old local tradition. For example the “Hefeweizen” (wheat beer) brewed from the finest raw materials in Germany is refreshing and thirst quenching. The “Schloderer Dunkel” made from a variety of malts, is delicately smoky, dark, and cloudy--this delicious aroma invites you to have a drink. The “Schloderer KULT Helles” is a delicious, bright, un-filtered beer.

You can buy Schloderer beer at the brewery, or in the various beverage stores in Amberg.

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Preschool and Toddler Story timeStory time is the place to be every Thursday from 9:30 - 10 a.m. for 2-3 year olds and 10:30 - 1 1 a.m. for 3-4 year olds.

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February is Black History Monthand your Libraries will have special displays to celebrate. February is also Library Lover’s Month ... venture out to your library to see all there is to love!

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Want to start the New Year with a new skill set? Try Knitting!Knitting is just one of the skills that you might want to learn or brush up on and there is a new knitting group that meets at the Grafenwoehr Library on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.. Bring your project and your questions and spend a little time actively engaging your hands as well as your brain.

Show off your Pet at the Hohenfels Pet Photo Contest!Calling all pet owners … take an adorable or hilarious picture of your pet and enter in this annual, fun photo contest offered by the Hohenfels Library. Registration opens February 1, voting begins on February 14.

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In March Libraries are celebrating Women’s History Month, National Crafts Month, and Family Fun Month – so many reasons to celebrate and so many options for you!

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... the spot for artisans, craftsmen, artistsArts & Crafts Shops not only offer general and specialized craft supplies, they also provide various classes and socializing opportunities. Express your inner artist through quilting, needlework, sewing, ceramic pouring, pottery, painting, origami or French Beaded Flower technique. Woodshop Safety Classes and Framing Classes are also available.Each shop is unique – so visit the Arts & Crafts shop in your local community, see for yourself what they offer and get crafty!

Main Post Grafenwoehr Heart & Home Craft ShopThe week of 15 January marks the 70th year anniversary of the Arts and Crafts program. In celebration of the program’s longevity, Heart & Home Craft Shop would like to celebrate the week by offering special activities, crafts demonstrations, and make it and take it crafts. Stop by the shop daily, to see what we are doing. This month is also “Customer Appreciation Month”, therefore, we will also be honoring our customers during this anniversary celebration.

We will offer Embroidery Services starting February 1. We will embroider name tags, guidons, t-shirts, and many other items. We have hundreds of designs and units can send their info for guidons, etc. Stop by the shop for details on pricing and check out some of the designs we have to offer.

Garmisch Arts & Crafts/Multi Crafts CenterParty, Party, Party!How about a crafty birthday party for your child’s next birthday? Have it at the Crafts Tree! One crafts piece for each child attending. Choose from a variety of crafts projects (ceramics, woodworking, etc.) $10 - $15 per child for 2-hours of craft fun entertainment… and the best part, we do the entire cleanup.

Visit the Crafts Tree Portrait Studio … for your next family portrait! Many package variations available or order a CD of your entire portrait session. We will also do professional outdoor portrait sessions and take your picture in your favorite Garmisch locations.Please book in advance.

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GrafenwoehrJanuary7 Saturday Geisskopf Ski 7-10 Jan Eger Stadtwald Hunt ***8 Sunday Prague ** 13 Friday Brauneck Ski 13-16 Jan Bruges ** 21 Saturday Garmisch Ski 22 Sunday Old and New Pinakothek Munich28 Saturday Silberhuette Ski 28 Saturday Passau *29 Sunday Two Castles 29 Sunday Circus Krone Munich

February4 Saturday Dachau Concentration Camp/Munich *5 Sunday Prague ** 11 Saturday Arber Ski 12 Sunday Dachau/Munich 12 Sunday Playmobil Park 16-20 Feb Venice Carnival **17-20 Feb Ski Overnight TBA

18-19 Feb Budapest * **24-26 Feb Fishing Class 26 Sunday Two Castles

March3 Saturday Salzburg * **4 Sunday Prague ** 4 Sunday Lauenstein Chocolate & Kronach Castle11 Sunday Circus Krone Munich11 Sunday Rothenburg 16-19 March Ski Overnight TBA17 Saturday Hiking: On Beaver Tracks23-25 Mar Fishing Class24 Saturday Prague * **25 Sunday Two Castles 25 Sunday Kristall Palm Beach

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Winter rental equipment:skis, boots & poles, snowboards &

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Garmisch SchnupperKursJanuary 11 - March 7 Gathering of snow minded friends -- skiers and snowboarders meeting weekly for fun, taking their skiing and boarding to the next level. We meet Thursdays at 9 a.m. for a 1/2 day of skiing.Cost: $159 includes improvement tips from a certified ski / snowboard instructor and transportation.

Ladies Only Ski WeekendFebruary 18 - 20 South Tyrolean Alps, 35 KM of groomed ski runs and the highest outdoor sauna await you! Area is ideal for beginner and intermediate skiers. Ski in - ski out accommodations, transportation, lodging, breakfast and dinners. Cost: $279

Guys Only Ski WeekendFebruary 24 - 26 Travel to the Italian Dolomites, site of the Great War. Ski in – ski out accommodations, breakfast and dinners, transportation and hot tub included. Cost: $289

Winter Sports FestivalMarch 17 - 18Slalom Races, Sled Races and the Amazing Race (Winter edition). More information to follow.

Gravity Sports …- One Day Ski Trips- Night Sledding- Night SkiingPlease call us for details.

City Special: PragueJanuary 13 - 16Spend the long weekend in Prague.Cost: $370

We are here to help you enjoy the area! DSN 440-2638, CIV 08821-750-2641

Hohenfels Ski/Snowboard Day to Grosser Arber January 28Join us for our annual post wide ski day! We will have discounted transportation and lots of special events. The Arber has been called the Mont Blanc of the Bavarian Forest. With 5 lifts, one being a Gondola and 15km of great skiing.

Ladies Day Ski/Snowboard Trip Brauneck/LenggriesJanuary 25, February 8, March 7With 18 lifts and 34 km of slopes, this is one of Germany’s best resorts. Ladies get 15 Euro tickets on this day. Guys you can still come, you just half to pay full price.

Ski/Snowboard Trips We’ll be visiting various ski areas in Germany and Austria this season to include Grosser Arber, Garmisch, Brauneck/Lenggries, Reit im Winkl, Ellmau, Scheffau and Zell am Ziller. Trips are mainly on Saturdays and prices vary. Half price on rentals and beginner’s lessons are $20.

Snowshoe TripsAltmühl River Valley & Castle RuinsJanuary 22, March 11Bavarian Forest National Park February 5 Each trip costs $45 (Instruction, snowshoes, & transportation)

City Special: Luxembourg January 14 - 15The city has several notable museums to choose from. Luxembourg is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This city is also famed for its wide selection of restaurants and cuisines, including four Michelin starred establishments. Cost: $114 for transportation and 2 hour city tour. Half price for children under 12 years old.

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on the move!The Auto Skills Center on Main Post Grafenwoehr has made the transition back to it’s original location, after a long-awaited series of “home improvements.” They recently re-opened their doors to the community, offering a brand new, spacious and convenient facility for customers to operate freely and more comfortably. Instead of four lifts, there are now ten, nine of which hold a capacity ranging from 4 - 5 tons, and one with a 6.5 ton capacity. Electric bay doors have been added to the facility in order to prevent blockage of vehicles while in bays. There are now separate rest rooms for male and female customers. The administrative area and tool issue room have been refurbished, which resulted in a comfortable customer service waiting area, dust and noise free. A large carport has been constructed and contains electrical outlets for a tow truck. In addition to these exciting and convenient changes, the explosion-proof battery room has been refurbished and is now in compliance with German law. Last but not least, the floor is remodeled into a non-skid flooring, so customers can feel safe walking through the garage. Come in and see these friendly faces, and check out all the new improvements made for your convenience and use at any time!

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Start the year right with Sports & Fitness and challenge yourself to new heights. Whether you partake in a team sport or on your own, we offer a great variety of sports and fitness opportunities for individual, units, teams and groups.

GrafenwoehrUSAG Grafenwoehr BoxingTeam Registration: January 1 - 31We are looking for Male and Female Open and Novice Military Boxers to represent the Grafenwoehr Garrison Community Boxing Team to compete in various Invitational Boxing Events and the IMCOM-Europe Boxing Championship. If you are interested in showing your abilities in the boxing ring and think you have what it takes to go the distance contact us today!

Unit/Company Level Basketball (3 on 3) TournamentJanuary 7 - 8, Rose BarracksUnits/Companies get your teams together and sign up for the 2012 USAG Grafenwoehr Unit/Company Level “3 on 3” Basketball Double Elimination Tournament to be held at the Memorial Fitness Center, Bldg 323. 24 teams limit; first come, first serve! Team Roster size: 4 players and 1 Non-competing head coach for a total of 5. Awards will be presented to the top three teams. Teams interested in competing in this tournament contact the local Sports Office.

Fitness DayJanuary 28, Main Post Physical Fitness CenterA day designed to promote a positive and healthy lifestyle and showcase fitness programs and wellness services available to the USAG Grafenwoehr military community. Variety of Fitness classes as well as wellness services and nutritional information will be presented to you. Participate in an activity/service on this day and receive a 10% discount off your next purchase at USAG Grafenwoehr Sports & Fitness.

Community Volleyball - Community & Unit Level League RegistrationFebruary 1 - 29We are looking for Male and Female volleyball players to represent the Grafenwoehr Garrison Community Team and compete in the 2012 IMCOM Europe League. The 2012 Intramural Unit Level Volleyball League will kick off on March 14. Units interested in participating in the intramural league are asked to stop by your local fitness center.

Volleyball Officials /Coaches Clinic & TournamentMarch 6 - 10, Rose BarracksThe clinic will culminate with a written test and a practical examination. The practical examination will consist of serving as one of the many officials. Unit Level Teams interested in competing in this tournament and/or interested in becoming sports officials should contact the local Sports Offices.

USAG Grafenwoehr PowerliftingTeam Registration: February 1 - 29We are looking for Male and Female athletes to represent the Grafenwoehr Garrison as the Community Power Lifting Team at the Military Nationals Powerlifting Championship to be held in Kaiserslautern on March 17 – 18. Powerlifting is composed of three lifts: the squat, bench press, and deadlift. Stop by your local fitness center and be part of the team.

Community Softball LeagueLeague Registration: March 1 - 31Looking for Male and Female Softball players to represent the Grafenwoehr Garrison Community Team and compete in the 2012 IMCOM Europe League. The 2012 Intramural Unit Level Softball League will kick off on May 7. Units interested in participating are asked to stop by your local fitness center to register and for more information.

Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA) scheduled to provide training in Grafenwoehr to local fitness professionals.

USAG Grafenwoehr Sports & Fitness Operation Branch is scheduled to provide local training opportunities for our fitness professionals who are serving our military communities throughout Europe to ensure that our fitness center personnel remain current with the fitness industry and promote smart training principles. AFAA is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). AFAA is affiliate with the National Board of Fitness Examiners (NBFE), additional accreditation by Vital Research and membership in the National Organization of Competency Assurance (NOCA).For over 20 years, AFAA has supported the United States military forces by providing fitness education on-board military installations worldwide. AFAA offers up to a 25 percent discount to active duty and retired military members as well as their dependents when courses are scheduled on military installations. In addition, Department of Defense employees currently employed at a hosting military installation are eligible to receive the discount.


Upcoming AFAA training scheduled at Grafenwoehr:Practical Skills & Choreography Workshop May 4, 2012 (Friday) - Cost is $96.75Primary Group Exercise Certification May 5, 2012 (Saturday) - Cost is $ 224.25Indoor Cycling Instructor Training, May 6, 2012 (Sunday) - Cost is $ 96.25Personal Fitness Trainer Certification October 12-14, 2012 (Friday-Sunday) -Cost is $374.25 Military Fitness Specialist Certification November 9-11, 2012 (Friday - Sunday) - Cost is $366.75

All training classes offered require pre-requisites. Participants have to sign up as a minimum one month prior to class dates. For more information please contact the Sports & Fitness Branch at DSN 475-8207, CIV 09641-83-8207.

Hohenfels“Lose 2 Win” Weight Loss Program January 10 - March 23Get a three person team together and have some fun shedding weight. Team points will be awarded for pounds lost and percentage of body fat lost. Exciting prizes will be awarded to the top teams, so get your team together now! The entry fee is $25 per person and includes unlimited early morning and lunchtime group exercise classes free of charge for the duration of the contest.

Lunchtime Group Exercise Classes Come get all a great full body workout in only 30-40 minutes! The exercise classes will be throughout the week beginning at noon. There are a variety of classes designed to provide an entire full body workout each week. Classes are $2 each with great discounts for weekly and monthly passes.

Racquetball Tournament January 24 - February 3Players of all skill levels are invited to participate in the tournament at the Post Gym. The entry fee is $10 per person, including a free t-shirt; space is limited to the first 16 players to register.

New Year, New Me Aerobathon January 28Back to back 30-40 minute classes starting at 10 a.m. Body Blast, Zumba, Spinning and Cardio Circuit will be included. The entry fee is $10 per person and includes a T-shirt for the first 20 participants to register.

USAG Hohenfels 1000 Pound Club March 3Lift your way into the USAG Hohenfels 1000 Pound Club. Complete the combination of three events (bench press, squat, dead lift) totaling more than 1000 pounds and receive a T-shirt and bragging rights. Cost $10 per person and open to all U.S. ID card holders.

Personal Training Services available Make an investment into a happier, healthier you! We have Personal Trainers available to guide and assist for all of your exercise needs. Take advantage of our great prices including Bulk and Buddy program discounts

Massage Services availableStop by the Gym to relax and recharge. Massages come in 15, 30 and 60 minute intervals at an affordable price. Massage gift certificates make the perfect Valentine’s Day or Birthday present.

For more information please contact DSN 466-2883, CIV 09472-83-2883.

Garmisch Mueller Fitness Center Volleyball Season is upon us. Interested players are asked to come to the Officials Clinic held February 3, 6-8 p.m. and to the Coaches Meeting on February 6, 6 p.m. League starts February 8!

Pilates and Yoga Fit Designed to improve health, performance, flexibility and are developed to strengthen and tone core muscles to improve the overall level of fitness.

Do you like to bicycle? Spinning is an intense indoor cycling workout using various cycling techniques from hill climbing and sprinting to peddling at different tensions.

And last but not least Turbo Kick® The ultimate cardiovascular challenge that is a unique blend of intense intervals strength/endurance training, and a relaxing cool-down. Turbo Kick® requires no previous kickboxing experience or equipment, just bring your attitude and desire to have fun! All classes are $5. Classes are first come, first serve.

Relax with a Massage Therapy after the workoutSports Body Massage, Deep Tissue Body Massage, Swedish Body Massage, Swedish/Esalen Style Massage, Maternity Body Massage, and Part Body Massage are available for your relaxation. Prices and treatment time vary; please call for more information and to schedule an appointment.

NEW: Waxing Services and Gift Certificates for Massage and Beauty treatments

For more information please contact DSN 440-2747, CIV 08821-750-2747.

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