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EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT SUPERVISOR, NF-04 Location: Camp Foster Description: Develops longrange employee development plans that complement the strategic operational focus of MCCS and ensures compliance with all applicable directives from higher headquarters. Apply by: August 28
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MCCS Youth & Teen Centers: Something for Everyone!
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lot of parents might look forward to a new school year, but let’s be real, most kids find it to be kind of a bummer. It is, after all, the end of the lazy-hazy days of summer. This time around, how about showing your kids that going back to school doesn’t have to be a drag? Help ease the jitters and get them excited for new beginnings by enjoying some school-themed family time at a Back to School Family Fun Night. Back to School Family Fun Night is an awesome end-of-summer celebration that features a familyfriendly buffet, fun “name that school snack” game and a chance to win a backpack filled with school supplies or other prizes from event sponsor Mattel. It’s also the perfect opportunity to get in some quality time before things get a little hectic.
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There will be two Back to School Family Fun Nights this month, so if you really want to get the kids excited, why not go to both? Events will be held on both Camp Foster and Camp Kinser. Foster’s will be on Wednesday, August 22 at The Veranda inside Ocean Breeze and Kinser’s will be on Thursday, August 30 in the Surfside Ballroom. Both nights will run from 5 to 9 p.m. Prices are $7.95 for adults, $3.95 for children 5–11 and FREE for children under 5. So make sure to mark your calendars and get ready for a new school year the way you should—with loads of fun for everyone! For more information, call Ocean Breeze at 6453666 or Kinser Surfside at 637-3137. You can also visit mccsokinawa.com/clubs.
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CCS Youth and Teen Centers are the place to be for kids. Each day, centers on Camps Courtney, Foster and Kinser have activities and events planned to not only stave off boredom, have fun and make new friends, but they can also learn more about themselves, the local community and how to improve both. Students between the ages of 10 and 18 are invited to hang out after school and on the weekends with their buddies while they watch movies, play video games, challenge each other in board games and more (even study)! (cont. on page 3)
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MCCS Youth & Teen Centers: Something for Everyone!
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Along with various activities, each center hosts a variety of clubs and classes for youth and teens to engage in, such as Book Club, Art Club, Cooking Club and more. Throughout the month, the Youth and Teen Centers schedule crafts, sports, membership appreciation parties and themed events for
members to enjoy. And don’t forget the Lock-In events, where members are invited to stay the night at the facility and play games, watch movies and eat yummy snacks. Know of any kids lounging on the couch that may be interested? Download the Youth and Teen Registration Packet off the MCCS
Child and Youth Program website or pick one up at your nearest center. The simple questionnaire needs to be filled out by a parent and then submitted. It’s that easy. For contact information and center locations or to download your registration packet, visit mccsokinawa.com/cyp.
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End of Summer Luaus
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ummer is slowly coming to an end as back-to-school shopping gets ready for the spotlight. But before your kids get ready to buckle down and cram their schedules (and yours) with homework and extracurricular activities, consider letting them have one last hurrah. Kinser Youth and Teen Centers will be hosting two end of Summer Luau parties to celebrate what’s left
of summer on August 24. Kids and teens are invited to say “so long” to summer and “aloha” to the new school year with ono Hawaiian food (such as fried saimin, butter mochi, fruit kabobs and more), fun games and a dunk tank. One luau will be for kids (ages 10 to 12) and the other for teens (ages 13 to 18). The kid’s luau will be from 2 to 4 p.m. and the one for teens will be from
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6 to 8 p.m. So send your kids and teens to Kinser’s Youth and Teen Centers to have a little more fun before the school year. They’ll enjoy good food, good company and a Hawaiian good time! Both events are open to all members and non-members. For more information, call 637-1755 or visit mccsokinawa.com/cyp. This publication printed with
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Jurassic Park e youkoso. Welcome to Jurassic Park.
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For details about FREE Japanese language classes, please call Marine & Family Programs-Resources at 645-2104/2106.
Dino Park & Neo Park Tour
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n August 12, join MCCS Tours+ on an expedition to Okinawa’s Neo Park and Dino Park. At Neo Park, you’ll get the opportunity to hand-feed an entire trove of exotic creatures, including birds, monkeys, llamas and many more! Then, after lunch, the tour will head over to Dino Park located
within the subtropical forest of Yanbaru. On this jungle adventure, you’ll be able to roam throughout the grounds amongst life-sized models of some of the most impressive dinosaurs to ever grace this planet. The Neo Park and Dino Park tour will run from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Prices are $48 for adults, $39 for children ages 13 to 17, $29 for children ages 4 to 12 and FREE for children under 4. Pricing includes admission to both parks and lunch. Bring yen for additional spending. For more information on this tour and others, visit mccsokinawa.com/tours. —Adrian Alcozar
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For more information on learning how to swim, swimming for health and enjoyment or competing in the pool visit mccsokinawa.com/aquatics.
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Youth Swim Team Signups
oes your kid dream of swimming in a pool of gold medals? Put them on the path to possibly living their dream by enrolling them in Summer Swim League Swim Camp! Here, they can test the waters and prepare themselves for swim team tryouts by learning the four swimming strokes, basic starts and turns all used in competitive swimming. The camp will consist of five sessions running from August 13 to August 17 (8 a.m.–10 a.m.) at the Kinser, Foster and McTureous Aquatics Centers respectively. Swimmers must be at least 7 years old and pass the official MCCS swim test on the first day of camp. Register at mccsokinawa. com/learntoswim. Soon after, Okinawa Dolphins Swim Team (ODST) youth tryouts will take place on August 27 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Foster Aquatics Center (located behind Ocean Breeze). Tryouts will consist of two parts, based on the exit skills
assessment for Level 5 American Red Cross Swimming Lessons. Part 1 will consist of a non-stop 50-meter freestyle with proper side breathing, head/body position and kicking. Part 2 is a 25-meter backstroke followed by a 25-meter breaststroke. Tryouts
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are open to swimmers at least 7 years of age who were not on ODST the previous season. Swimmers with prior experience should speak with a coach if interested in joining. Visit mccsokinawa.com/swimteam for more information.
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In the U.S. today, 97% of all cheerleaders are female. However, cheerleading started as an all-male sport at its inception in the mid-1800s.
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Youth Sports Basketball & Cheerleading
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t’s about that time! Registration for the Youth Sports 2018 Winter Basketball and Cheerleading season opens August 15. But hurry—the window for registration closes on September 15. All youth basketball players and cheerleaders ages 5 to 18 are welcome to join. Register online at mccsokinawa.com/youthsports.
Children 4 years of age may also register as long as they turn 5 prior to the final day of the season. A $60 fee along with proof-of-age (ID, passport, birth certificate, etc.) is required and can be paid at any staffed MCCS Fitness Center on Camps Foster, Kinser, Courtney, Hansen, Schwab or MCAS Futenma. Practices begin October 15 and
the official season runs from October 26 through January 26. Youth Sports is also recruiting volunteer coaches. If interested, register at any staffed MCCS Fitness Center on one of the prior listed camps. For more information, contact Semper Fit Youth Sports at 645-5333 or email youthsports@ okinawa.usmc-mccs.org.
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adventure begins here Hiji Falls and Okuma Tour August 11, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Adults $23; Children (3–11) $16, (0–2) FREE Enjoy a hike to Hiji Falls in the northern village of Kunigami and work up an appetite. After the hike, we’ll have a late lunch at Okuma. Hiking can be strenuous and is not recommended for individuals with health problems. Bring ¥500 for admission to the falls and dollars for lunch.
Urashima Dinner Theater August 17, 5:30–9:30 p.m. Adults $68 (half lobster), $54 (no lobster); Children (6–12) $38, (3–5) $34, (0–2) FREE Savor the flavors of Okinawan cuisine while being entertained by traditional music and dancers. Choose from Okinawan or American menu items when you purchase your ticket. No meal for children under 3. Bring yen for additional spending.
Summer Bullfighting Tour August 12, Noon–5 p.m. Adults $35; Children (13–18) $24, (3–12) $10, (0–2) FREE Experience Okinawa in a whole new way and see an Okinawan bullfight. Bring yen for lunch and spending. You may also bring a cushion to sit on.
Summer Evening Festival at Ryukyu Mura August 18, 4:30–9:30 p.m. Adults $54; Children (6–15) $41, (3–5) $24, (0–2) FREE Experience a traditional summer Okinawan festival style event at Ryukyu Mura. There will be firefly watching, Okinawan dance shows, games and much more. Tour prices include a festival food and one drink. Bring yen for additional spending.
*Bring yen for additional food, drinks and/or purchases. For more information, contact MCCS Tours+: Camp Foster 646-3502 | Camp Hansen 623-6344 | Camp Kinser 637-2744
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Open Racquetball Tournament August 17–19, 9 a.m. Kinser Fitness Center Register by August 13 (1 p.m.) at any staffed MCCS athletic facility for $20. This event is open to all participants island-wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place individuals. By-laws and the tournament bracket will be emailed August 13. For more information, call 637-1869/3913 or email adultsports@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org. Northern CC Cup Flag Football Tournament August 17, 6 p.m. August 18 & 19, 9 a.m. Hansen Parade Deck Field Register by August 13 (1 p.m.) at any staffed MCCS athletic facility for FREE. This event is open to all units aboard Camps Courtney, Hansen and Schwab. A group trophy will be given to first and second place teams. By-laws and a tournament bracket will be emailed August 14. For more information, call 6235558 or email adultsports@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org.
General CC Cup Flag Football Tournament August 24, 6 p.m. August 25 & 26, 9 a.m. Foster Gunners Fitness Center Register by August 20 (1 p.m.) at any staffed MCCS athletic facility for FREE. This event is open to all eligible units and sections. A group trophy will be given to first and second place teams. By-laws and a tournament bracket will be emailed August 21. For more information, call 645-4866 or email adultsports@ okinawa.usmc-mccs.org. 6-on-6 Soccer Tournament August 24, 6 p.m. August 25 & 26, 9 a.m. Hansen House of Pain Fitness Center Register by August 20 (1 p.m.) at any staffed MCCS athletic facility for $100 per team. This event is open to participants island-wide. Awards will be given to first, second and third place teams. By-laws and a tournament bracket will be emailed August 21. For more information, call 623-5569 or email adultsports@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org.
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Turbo Kick This class is packed with real kickboxing moves, calorie-blasting HITT training and bodyweight exercises. Sculpt your upper and lower body and burn major calories with rhythmic boxing and kickboxing combinations. For a full group fitness schedule, visit mccsokinawa.com/groupfitness.