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2023 STRONG B.A.N.D.S. - muted

COMMIT – STAY FIT!

Army Soldiers, units, Families and communities – they all work better when they’re fit. That doesn’t happen by accident. It takes commitment. And you can do it!

Commit to Staying Fit this May
with the 12th Anniversary of STRONG B.A.N.D.S. 

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.

Commit today! Get stronger and faster. Eat right. Join garrison fitness and wellness opportunities. Learn more about how to improve your body, mind and total health.

Tell your friends and Family about STRONG B.A.N.D.S., and invite them to make the commitment, too!

Check out the fitness and nutrition resources we have put together from Human Performance Resources (HPRC) and the Exchange's BE FIT program and get started today!

Human Performance Resources (HPRC) by CHAMP, is a DoD initiative that provides evidence-based information that empowers members of the military community to be physically and mentally fit, fuel and hydrate properly, maintain social ties, and stay resilient—all pieces of the puzzle that make up Total Force Fitness. 

STRONG B.A.N.D.S. Month in May at USAG Bavaria Tower and Rose Barracks

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  • Lunchtime Social Couponing Class
    May 3, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
    LC Diner, B227, Rose Barracks
  • Strong B.A.N.D.S. Karaoke
    May 12, 4-8 p.m.
    Tower View Conference Center, Tower Barracks
  • Nutritional German Food Class
    May 16, 11 a.m. - noon
    Army Community Service, B322, Rose Barracks
    Event offered in-person and virtual
  • Determined to Reach Your Goals Workshop 
    May 24, 1-3 p.m.
    Army Community Service, B322, Rose Barracks
    Event offered in-person and virtual
  • Strong Families Healthy Communication Class
    June 1, 1-3 p.m.
    Army Community Service, B322, Rose Barracks
    Event offered in-person and virtual

ACS classes are free but require registration 48 hours prior.

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EVENTS are free and (unless noted) offered noon - 3 p.m.
Outside the EXCHANGE and Commissary, Tower Barracks 

  • Balance Challenge and Outdoor Yoga 
    May 5: Test your single leg stance and Bosu Ball balance.
  • STACK IT! Challenge
    May 12: Race to unstack cones and place them at finish line with medicine balls on top of each cone. Fastest time wins.
  • Nutrition Clinic Dietitian Booth
    May 19: Learn what you should and shouldn’t eat. 
  • Burpee Challenge
    May 26: 100 Burpee Challenge
    • 100 Burpee Challenge:
      Level 5: 12 minutes: Not terrible, but you can up your game!
      Level 4: 10 to 12 minutes: You’re fit, but can do better! Keep training!
      Level 3: 8 to 10 minutes: Wow, this is pretty impressive!
      Level 2: 6 to 8 minutes: Not bad at all, you’re almost THERE!
      Level 1: under 6 minutes: You’re a superhuman!
  • Run to Honor
    May 25, 7 a.m., Physical Fitness Center, B170,  Tower Barracks 1-Mile Track.
    Register by May 20. Free to participate.     
  • Bauer Challenge
    May 31: Farmer walk with Y-Bell to half-way point, complete 10 push-ups and proceed to end point with walking lunges for one rep. Top reps for male and female receive awards.

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WEEKLY LIBRARY DISPLAYS

  • Week of May 1: BALANCE
  • Week of May 8: ACTIVITY
  • Week of May 15: NUTRITION
  • Week of May 22: DETERMINATION
  • Week of May 29: STRENGH

Tower Barracks Library, B607 
Tuesday-Saturday: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Rose Barracks Library, B227 
Monday-Friday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

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Buy a salad, bowl two games free!
Thursdays and Fridays in May, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Lane 25 Bowling Center, B612, Tower Barracks
LC Diner, B227, for use at Bowling Center, B2201, Rose Barracks
Rental shoes not included. Offer valid same day only.

Other News

Fitness Calendar
USAG Bavaria Sports & Recreation Events Calendar 2024
Climbing Hall Programs
Now Hiring!
Volunteer Program
Apply to be a FCC provider - Family Child Care
  • Physical Fitness Center - Tower Barracks
  • Facility is 24/7 if registered for access. Regular Locker Room, Shower & Sauna Cleaning Closure Schedule: Male Locker Room: Mon. - Fri. 9:30-11am and 8-8:45 pm, Sat., Sun., & Holidays 7-8:30am and 5-5:45pm Female Locker Room: Mon. - Fri. 9:30-11am and 8:45-9:05 pm, Sat., Sun., & Holidays 7-8:30am and 5:45-6:05pm
  • Military DSN (314) 526-1420
  • Hours:
    Monday
    6:00am-8:00pm
    Tuesday
    6:00am-8:00pm
    Wednesday
    6:00am-8:00pm
    Thursday
    6:00am-8:00pm
    Friday
    6:00am-8:00pm
    Saturday
    9:00am-5:00pm
    Sunday
    9:00am-5:00pm
    U.S. Holidays
    9:00am-5:00pm
    Training Holidays
    9:00am-5:00pm
  • Lane 25 Bowling Center - Tower Barracks
  • Call to make a reservation! LANE 25 opens at noon on holidays and Training Holidays. Kitchen orders end 15 minutes before closing. Lane rentals end 30 minutes before closing.
  • Military DSN (314) 475-6177
  • Hours:
    Monday
    11:00am-7:00pm
    Tuesday
    11:00am-7:00pm
    Wednesday
    11:00am-7:00pm
    Thursday
    11:00am-9:00pm
    Friday
    11:00am-10:00pm
    Saturday
    12:00pm-10:00pm
    Sunday
    12:00pm-8:00pm
  • Lane 25 Lounge - Tower Barracks
  • LANE 25 opens at noon on holidays and Training Holidays. Kitchen orders end 15 minutes before closing. Lane rentals end 30 minutes before closing.
  • Military DSN (314) 475-8252
  • Hours:
    Monday
    11:30am-6:30pm
    Tuesday
    Closed
    Wednesday
    Closed
    Thursday
    11:00am-9:00pm
    Friday
    11:00am-9:00pm
    Saturday
    12:00pm-9:00pm
    Sunday
    12:00pm-8:00pm