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STRONG B.A.N.D.S. – STRONG Balance, Activity, Nutrition, Determination and Strength – promotes healthy, active lifestyles for Army communities. It helps motivate Army Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians to get and stay fit.

Get involved at our garrison events from Apr 29 - Jun 2!

Commit to Staying Fit! Strong B.A.N.D.S. is back! 

BALANCE

Zumba Toning & Step

Newman Fitness Center | Tuesdays @ 9 AM

Those who want to party but put extra emphasis on toning and sculpting to define those muscles! Lightweight maraca-like toning sticks enhances sense of rhythm and coordination, while toning target zones, including arms core and lower body.

Zumba Fitness & Movement

Newman Fitness Center | Wednesdays @ 6 PM

This class combines dance and fitness moves inspired by Latin music. Enjoy a variety of styles including cumbia, merengue, salsa reggaeton, mambo, rumba, flamenco, and hip hop.

Cost

$5 - Daily pass
$40 - 10-class Pass (Expires after 2 months)
$60 - Unlimited Monthly class pass (Expires after 1 month)

Registration Information

You must sign-up and pay for classes on WebTrac. Classes are $5 each, held at various times during the week and weekend at designated facilities. 10-Class Fitness Passes are available for $40 and Unlimited Monthly Passes are available for $60. Please remember to bring proof of payment to class. When you first create your account, allow up to 24 hours Mon-Fri for your account to be created. Weekend registrations may take up to 48 hours for account approval. If you do not receive an e-mail after 48 hours, then please contact the WebTrac administrator.

ACTIVITY

Kayaking on the Canoochee

Fort Stewart Outdoor Recreation Center | Saturday, May 11, 7 AM

Join us for a morning of kayaking on the Canoochee River! Those interested can sign up at the Fort Stewart Low Country Adventure Center. The last day to register is each Thursday before the scheduled date. Those registered must report to the Low Country Adventure Center, located in the Holbrook Recreation Area, at 0700. 

Please note: There is a 10 person minimum for each event. 

Cost
  • $25 per person (includes kayak rental) 
  • $20 per person (without kayak rental) 
  • 50% off for E4 & Below
Registration Information

Registration may be done at the Low Country Adventure Center. Patrons can also contact (912) 435-8213. 

Surf into Summer

Corkan Recreation Area | Saturday, May 25, 11 AM to 6 PM

Corkan Recreation is partnering with Surfside Kids Dental for Surf into Summer!

All-day wristbands from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. will get you access to:

  • Rollerskating
  • Bounce houses
  • Nerf Battle
  • Mini Golf
  • Splash pad
  • Corkan Pool
  • Treehouse*

*Check wristband cost to see if Treehouse is included.

Sponsored by Surfside Kids Dental. Sponsorship does not imply federal endorsement.

Cost
  • $20 all-day wristband with Treehouse
  • $15 all-day wristband without Treehouse
NUTRITION

Fitness & Health Optimization Seminar

Newman Fitness Center | Friday, May 17, 2024 | 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Want to learn great fitness and health fitness tips and get some free Strong B.A.N.D.S. swag?

Come out to the Fitness & Health Optimization Seminar in the Aerobics Room at Newman Fitness Center on Friday, May 17, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

  • Learn life-empowering health tips
  • Discover fitness hacks
  • Get a FREE Strong B.A.N.D.S. T-shirt, wristband, and other swag

Healthy Food at Marne Lanes

Strike Zone at Marne Lanes Bowling Center | Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays | 11 AM to 2 PM

Marne Lanes offers healthy lunch alternatives with their Daily Lunch Specials! Order a healthy lunch alternative and get a double punch on your lunch punch card*!

Qualifying meals: 

  • Chef Salad
  • Turkey Wrap
  • Grilled Chicken Wrap

*See staff about our Marne Lanes Lunch Punch Card program

DETERMINATION

Murph Challenge - Strong B.A.N.D.S. 2024

Caro Fitness Center | Friday, May 24, 2024| 10 AM to 1 PM

May 24 be a special workout day. In special memory of LT. Michael P. Murphy, we will take on the Murph Challenge at Caro Fitness Center from 10 AM to 1 PM on Friday, May 24, and sweat it out in honor of our brave fallen.

STRENGTH

Strong B.A.N.D.S. Workout Calendar

Caro & Jordan Fitness Centers | 12 PM to 1 PM

Join us at Caro and Jordan Fitness Centers for STRONG B.A.N.D.S. workouts throughout the month of May.

More Community Events

Beginner Bingo 101

Nov 23 11 am - 1 pm
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Beginner Bingo 101

Nov 23 11 am - 1 pm
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Holiday Hayride

Dec 7 6 pm - 8 pm

Holiday Hayride

Dec 7 6 pm - 8 pm
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