MCCS Hot Job BOWLING EQUIPMENT WORKER NA 03/FLEX
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Location: Camp Foster Description: Makes corrective adjustments to bowling alley machinery. Clears ball and pin jams, repairs/replaces foul lights and performs preventive maintenance on automatic handling equipment such as vacuuming, ball cleaning machines, cleaning turn around pans, ball elevators and cross conveyors on pinsetters. Apply by: August 4
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ar East Bodybuilding “Beasts of the East” show is back on August 6 (check out mccsokinawa.com/ bodybuilding for details). The biggest bodybuilding event of the year attracts competitors from throughout the Pacific to the Camp Foster Theater for a spectacle of muscle and brawn second to none. Many of the bodybuilders you’ll see on stage got their start after witnessing their first show. Though it may seem like an impossible feat, becoming a bodybuilder is entirely possible. Any bodybuilder will tell you, the most important aspect of getting stage-ready is dieting. It is arguably a competition to see who can diet the best. For most of us, trying to lose weight or start a diet is not easy. It’s best to start slowly. Weight loss involves a lifestyle change, and there’s a lot working against you these days. First, our lives revolve around highly accessible, tasty and calorically-dense food. On top of that, many of us live sedentary lifestyles so we rarely burn as many calories as we should. Our bodies have simply not evolved to catch up to this way of life—food science has advanced beyond our homeostatic system
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(a system which helps maintain our weight), and it’s simply not equipped to handle a diet of nachos and ice cream. To top it all off, and possibly the worst part of all, is the ineffective and often senseless diet advice we all get: juice cleanses, detoxing, belly fat torching supplements and fad diets. Diets today are short-term solutions that give the satisfaction of fast—usually temporary—weight loss: excluding one food group in favor of another, body wraps or metabolism-boosting foods. But diets require long-term adherence, so the idea of completely excluding certain foods or sticking only to “diet” or “healthy” foods is not very sustainable. The healthiest and most sustainable form of dieting isn’t even a diet at all—it’s being flexible and mindful about your food choices and sources. If you want a cookie, have a cookie—just not all the cookies. Read this week’s Okinawa Spotlight for more sustainable tips on healthy living and visit mccsokinawa.com/ healthpromotion to see what we offer to help you make better choices for your health.
Health Promotion Offerings | 3 LifeJuice Café | 3 Island Adventure: 10,000 Eisa Festival | 5 Japanese Phrase of the Week | 5
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he summer has arrived on Okinawa. With longer daylight hours, warmer weather and—best of all—no school, it’s the perfect time of the year to introduce your child to the timeless game of golf. The best way to familiarize children to the game is to enroll them into a good golf program that not only teaches but also inspires confidence on and off the course. This summer, Taiyo Golf Club is offering $25 junior golf clinics for children and teens. All great players start early and practice often. Why not now? Before you know it, your little Rory McIlroy or Ai Miyazato will be breaking 100 and offering you driving tips. (cont. on page 9)
Pick of the Week: Okinawa Dive Spots | 7 Summer Junior Golf Clinics | 9 MCCS Tours+ | 11 Semper Fit Events | 11
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t’s the time of year when those extra slices of pizza from a few months ago haunt us; our bathing suits are a bit tighter and a t-shirt at the beach becomes a necessity. Don’t let this be you. With all the resources available through MCCS Semper Fit Health Promotion, getting fit is fun, easy and FREE! Start with getting a FREE nutrition
consultation from a nutrition expert to discuss weight management tips, healthy eating habits and more. Next, try one of the many FREE group fitness classes. From cardio and endurance-focused classes, something that highlights strength or a class that’s meant to be more fun, there’s a class for everyone. Visit mccsokinawa.com/ groupfitness for a full class schedule.
If you’d like a more personalized experience, get in touch with a personal trainer. Unlike the other services listed, personal trainers are not free, but sessions start at only $30. For more information on how MCCS Health Promotion can help you, visit mccsokinawa.com/ healthpromotion.
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LifeJuice Café
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER | Jim Kassebaum MANAGING EDITOR | Ryan Anastoplus ART DIRECTOR | Catherine Newquist CULTURAL RESEARCH SPECIALIST | Ayako Kawamitsu GRAPHIC ARTS MANAGER | Henry Ortega GRAPHIC DESIGNERS | Margie Shimabukuro, Lisa Miyagi, Hector Nieves, Jongeun Spencer EDITOR-IN-CHIEF | Mike Daley WRITER/EDITOR| Shelbie Thilmony DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER | Thomas Alan Smilie PHOTOGRAPHER | Roderica Mathis AD/SPONSORSHIP MANAGER | Roy Forster AD SALES | Yoshihiro Shinzato, Yoriko Yamashiro DISTRIBUTION | Kelli Kreider, Desiree Adams MARKETING ACCOUNTS MANAGER | Andrew Menges ACCOUNTS & RESEARCH | Marissa DeSmet, Ashley Herring, Kristen Wong, Secoya Holmes, Ashley Snipes, Allison Dixon BROADCAST | Kathlene Millette, Gabriel Archer, Emi Komiya SUMMER HIRES | Nicholaus Featherston, Mia Cox
Questions? Comments? Please e-mail OLW@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org. To advertise in Okinawa Spotlight, call 645-2245, fax 645-0975, or email sales@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org. MCCS is not responsible for designing and editing outside ads. No Department of Defense, U.S. Marine Corps or Marine Corps Community Services endorsement of commercial advertisers or sponsors implied.
moothies instantly make us feel healthier, even if we’ve spent the entire afternoon sitting on the couch watching Netflix. Once you peel yourself off the cushions, your first stop for rejuvenation should be LifeJuice Café, a smoothie and juice bar at MCCS Fitness Centers island-wide. The name says it all. The juices and smoothies will bring you back to the world of the living. The offerings are great as pre or post-workout fuel-ups or an anytime-treat. Race cars rely on high-quality fuel to run efficiently, and your body is no different. You may have never given much thought to what keeps your body running smoothly during your workout, but LifeJuice Café has. Stop by today to pick up some post-work out recovery fuel. Visit mccsokinawa.com/lifejuice for more information.
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japanese phrase of the week
Sanshin wo hikimashô Let's play the sanshin.
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For details about FREE Japanese language classes, please call Marine & Family Programs-Resources at 645-2104/2106.
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10,000 Eisa Festival
isa can be traced to a dance called the esa omoro. The word “Esa” is found in the the Omorosôshi, (a compilation of more than 1,000 Okinawan songs and poems written during the 15th century). Esa, which was in the poem Iro-iro-noEsa Omoro, was used in Buddhist prayers for the dead. Over time, the poem combined song with dance and transformed into eisa as we know it today. Modern-day eisa is a dynamic, spirited dance that is a symbol of the Ryukyu Islands. The musical instruments used in eisa include the sanshin (a three-stringed lute-like instrument), large barrel drums called ôdaiko, medium-sized drums called shimedaiko and hand drums called pârankû. In many dances, men play the sanshin and beat vigorously on drums while jumping and spinning, as the women dance to the rhythms, incorporating fans,
towels, kerchiefs and other accessories into routines. Eisa is performed by people of all ages at special occasions and tourist attractions. For one of the best examples of eisa today, join MCCS Tours+ at the 10,000 Eisa Festival
on Kokusai Street. The festival is on August 6 from noon to 6 p.m. Tickets for adults are $21, children from 3 to 11 are $14, and children under 3 are FREE. To register, visit mccsokinawa.com/tours or your nearest Tours+ office today.
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Open Water Camp Hansen Class starting August 7 5–11 p.m. Advanced Open Water Camp Hansen Class starting August 3 5–7:30 p.m.
Okinawa Dive Spots
kinawa has a reputation as one of the best dive locales in the world. Whether you’re a master diver or a recreational snorkeler, the waters of Okinawa offer something for everyone. If you’re not yet certified to dive, getting a PADI certification is easy as ever through Tsunami SCUBA’s many courses. Once you’re certified, it’s time to explore the underwater world of Okinawa. Here are some of the best dive sites to start your journeys: Junkyard: The Junkyard is home to a fertile coral kingdom and diverse marine animal life. It’s not uncommon for divers to come across octopuses, eel, anemone, clownfish, angelfish, parrotfish, sergeant majors and a lot more. Maeda Point: Maeda Point (pictured below) is your own personal aquarium, with loads of chromis, eels, tube worms, anemone, clownfish, lionfish, schools of squid and even the occasional turtle. Before
suiting up at the point, check the conditions at Maeda. Don't dive if the surf exceeds two feet. The stairs from the parking lot lead to about 15 feet above the waterline. At this point, you'll have to climb down the cliff 's limestone rock before reaching the water. Save some energy for the exit and the climb back up. Channel Crevasses: Here, visibility can reach over 150 feet. The
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Need to get dive-certified? Call MCCS Tsunami Scuba today at 645-4206 or 098-970-4206 for details.
nooks and crannies in the rocks make for a natural dwelling place for crab and lobsters. Sea turtles lay their eggs in a protected area on the beach. Beyond the reef you can see cones, turbans, augers and other shellfish. Beware of strong rip currents during extreme tidal changes. Directions to all these dive sites and more can be found online at mccsokinawa.com/tsunamiscuba.
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Call Taiyo Golf Club at 622-2004/2006 or visit mccsokinawa.com/golf for more information.
Summer Junior Golf Clinics (cont. from page 1)
The clinics will provide young, aspiring golfers with tips and advice about the game of golf. Topics to be covered this year include chipping, putting, fine-tuning one’s golf swing, game instruction and course etiquette. Selecting a learning program that nurtures their interest and stresses having fun is not only vital to the growth of their game, it can also help instill disci-
pline in other aspects of their lives. Additionally, the sport is a fantastic way for families to spend quality time together while doing something you all enjoy in the beautiful Okinawan outdoors. Summer Junior Golf Clinics are offered for two different age categories: ages 5 to 9 from 8 to 10 a.m. and 10 to 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. Sessions run on August 1 to 4. Clinics
are open to all DoD ID card holders within the age limits. But of course, you can’t let your kids become better than you too soon. That’s why Taiyo Golf Club also offers adult golf lessons for experienced golfers looking to polish their skills a bit or newbies who are learning the game for the first time. Call to book your first session today.
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mccshotjobs EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR NF-04
SUPERVISORY MANAGEMENT ANALYST NF-04
LIFEGUARD NF-02
Location: Camp Foster Implements a systematic process to develop, deploy and analyze the effectiveness of training courses for MCCS. Duties include: provide leadership for employee development, define competencies by role and/or function and manage the instructional design, content development, and delivery of training for the organization’s workforce.
Location: Camp Foster Assists the Director of the Internal Control Branch in planning, directing, and developing to meet program objectives. Verifies programs are compliant with regulations, policies, and procedures. Writes evaluations of NAF operations.
Various Locations Supervise patrons to ensure that they are swimming within the safety protocols. Maintain continuous surveillance of patrons in swimming pools. Ensure appropriate headcount of patrons involved in swimming and/or watersports on an hourly basis.
Apply by: July 31
Apply by: July 30
Apply by: August 1 For more information about Marine Corps civilian careers with MCCS, visit mccsokinawa.com/jobs
tours+ Urushima Dinner Theater August 4, 5:30–9:30 p.m. Adults $68 with lobster, $52 without lobster; Children (6–12) $38; (3–5) $34, (under 3) FREE Savor the flavors of Okinawan cuisine while entertained by traditional music and dancers.
Kerama Islands Snorkeling August 5, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Adult $73, Children (4-11) $41 Grab your fins and get ready for some fun! Tour includes a boat ride to two snorkeling spots in the Kerama Islands.
Tea Ceremony with Kimono Dressing August 5, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Adults $49, Children (3-11) $38 Take part in a traditional tea ceremony. Continue the experience by discovering the history behind kimonos and dressing in one. Afterwards, we will travel to Naha Main Place for lunch and shopping.
Summer Evening at Ryukyu Mura August 12, 4 –9:30 p.m. Adult $53; Children (6-15) $39; Children (3-5) $23; Children (under 3) FREE Experience a special summer festival that brings Okinawan culture to the forefront and includes a constellation observation, eisa dancing, game booths and firefly watching.
*Bring yen for additional food, drinks and/or purchases. Camp Foster 646-3502 | Camp Hansen 623-6344 | Camp Kinser 637-2744
Athletics/Adult Sports
Thomas Alan Smilie
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Aquatics 645-3180 Courtney Ironworks 622-9261/7297 Futenma Semper Fit 636-2672 Gunners Fitness Center 645-3985/2235 Hansen House of Pain 623-5558/4831 Health Promotion 645-3484/3910 Kinser Fitness Center 637-1869/1114 Schwab Power Dome 625-2654/2442 Taiyo Golf Club 622-2004 Tsunami Scuba 645-9500 Youth Sports 645-3533/3534
upcoming semperfitevents 6 vs. 6 Soccer Tournament August 11–13 Courtney Bowl Field Register at any MCCS Fitness Center by August 7 at 1 p.m. for $100. This event is open to participants island-wide. Top three teams will receive awards. Details: 622-7297.
Southern Camps Commanders’ Cup Flag Football Tournament August 11–13 Camp Foster Gunners Fitness Center Eligible units may register at any MCCS Fitness Center by August 7 at 1 p.m. Top two teams will receive awards. Details: 645-4866/3003.
classof theweek Zumba Zumba combines body sculpting movements with Latin dance steps. The interval training routines tone and sculpt the body. Dancing skills are not necessary. Camps Courtney, Foster, Hansen & Kinser For a full schedule and class descriptions, visit mccsokinawa.com/groupfitness.