TICKETS & TOURS AUGUST 05 WAKEBOARDING
AUGUST 12 & 20 PEARL SNORKEL HUNT
AUGUST 05 LOST PARADISE WATER PARK
AUGUST 12 SCUBA DIVE – PADI CERTIFIED
Wakeboarding is the coolest of all the tow watersports. It was developed from a combination of water skiing, snowboarding, and surfing techniques but has now grown enough to have its own unique culture. Package includes equipment, tuition & transportation. Time: 0830 - 1100 MWR Price: $55.00 Registration Deadline: August 02
Bahrain’s first world-class water park features some of the latest water based amusement technology. The park provides fun for all ages with special facilities and play areas including the wave pool, lazy river and several water slides. Trip includes: entrance fee and transportation Time: 0930 - 1730 MWR Price: $50.00 Registration Deadline: August 02
AUGUST 06 Arabian Gulf Fishing
Bahrain has a legacy of being the Gulf’s premier pearl diving location. Join in the fun on this exciting & adventurous trip where what you find is what you keep. Tour includes: equipment rental, boat fees and transportation. Time: 0730 MWR Price: $80.00 Registration Deadline: August 10 for August 12 August 17 for August 20
This trip is the perfect blend of mystery and adventure when we take you diving to coral reefs and a shipwreck around the Gulf. Please provide proof of international dive certification upon sign-up. Time: 0830 MWR Price: $80.00 Registration Deadline: August 09
AUGUST 13 Amwaj Island Kayaking
This kayaking trip will show you the beautiful waters surrounding Amwaj Islands. Experience fishing in the warm and shallow waters of Trip includes: all kayaking gear & usage of hotel facilies the Arabian Gulf. Package includes: four hours fishing, (beach, pools, showers). What to bring: swimsuit, all fishing gear/bait and boat ride with transportation. sunblock, camera, water-shoes/sandals, cash (dinar) for Time: 0730 MWR Price: $95.00 food and Registration Deadline: August 02 beverage . Time: 1000 – 1430 MWR Price: $42.00 AUGUST 06 Registration Deadline: August 10
AL AREEN WILDLIFE PARK
The park is a nature reserve and zoo located in Sakhir, AUGUST 14 Bahrain.*Separate Entrance fee: only 1BD TREE OF LIFE Time: 0900 MWR Price: $11.00 The Tree of Life in Bahrain is a Prosopis Cineraria tree Registration Deadline: August 02 that is approximately 400 years old, and stands 32 ft. high. 50,000 tourists visit this tree every year and you get AUGUST 08 the chance to visit this national treasure as well. Time: 0800 – 1100 MWR Price: $5.00 GO-KART RACING Whether it is for pleasure or to start out on the road to Registration Deadline: August 10 professional motor sports, karting is accessible, fun AUGUST 13 & 27 and affordable. Now you can drive a kart at the home CITY TOUR of motorsports in the Middle East: the Bahrain Enjoy this guided tour of the Grand Mosque, the National International Karting Circuit (BIKC). Museum, the Bahrain Fort, & Handicraft shops. We will Trip includes: 15 minutes of race time & the registraeven stop at the camel farm to visit the camels owned by tion fee. What to bring: closed toed flat shoes. Time: 1645 MWR Price: $32.00 the royal family. What to bring: bring your camera for that Registration Deadline: August 04 epic camel selfie! Time: 0900 – 1600 MWR Price: $35.00 Registration Deadline: August 10 for August 13 August 24 for August 27
AUGUST 19 BEACH DAY AT ART ROTANA
Package includes: beach day pass, which gives access to the kid’s water park, family pool, adult only pool, beach and transportation. What to bring: money for food and beverage expenses. Time: 0900 – 1500 MWR Price: $30.00 Registration Deadline: August 17
AUGUST 20 Al JASRAH & CAMEL FARM VISIT
Visit the island’s famous handicraft center were you could purchase unusual gifts and collector’s items for family and friends. We will also take a ride to the camel farm where you will see 600+ of the royal family’s camels. Time: 0900 - 1300 MWR Price: $11.00 Registration Deadline: August 17
AUGUST 26 HORSE BACK RIDING
First time riders will be offered riding instruction. Package includes one hour ride & transportation. Time: 0800 – 1030 MWR Price: $26.00 Registration Deadline: August 24
AUGUST 26 TRIP TO JARADA ISLAND
Jarada Island is one of the most beautiful locations in Bahrain with its golden sand and clear blue water; the island appears in the ebb and disappears in the tide. Package includes: boat ride to the Island and transportation. What to bring: swimsuit, sunblock and camera. Time: TBA depending on tide MWR Price: $50.00 Registration Deadline: August 24
AUGUST 27 STAND-UP PADDLE BOARDING TRIP
Stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) offer a fun, full-body workout on the water. This trip soaks in the unique views of Amwaj Islands. Trip includes: all SUP gear and usage of hotel facilities (beach, pools, showers).What to bring: swimsuit, sunblock, camera, water-shoes/sandals, cash (dinar) for food/drinks. Time: 1000 – 1430 MWR Price: $42.00 Registration Deadline: August 24
THE FOLLOWING GROUP TOURS ARE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST: • FISHING • SNORKEL PEARL HUNT • mosque • ISLAND TRIP • SPA
DISCLAMIER: • TOURS, DATES & TIMES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR CANCELLATION • PLEASE SHOW UP 15 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE TIME • TOURS ARE SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION IF THE MINIMUM OR MAXIMUM PARTICIPATION REQUIRED IS NOT MET. Neither the U.S.Navy or any other part of the U.S.Federal Government offically endorse any company, sponsor, or their products or services.
FOR MORE INFORMation, call: 439 - 4206 / 3531 | bldg. 261, 2nd floor, freedom souq hours: sun - thurs & holidays: 1000 - 1800 | fri - sat: Closed MWR what’s up? | AUGUST 2016
01
MWR what’s up? | AUGUST 2016
02
ATHLETICS
sports PROGRAM
fitness PROGRAM
FITNESS center: 439-8184 SUN-sat 0500-2200
FITNESS center: 439-9306 SUN-sat 0500-2200
NOFFS Opertional course (navy operational fitness and fueling system)
Date: August 11 Time: 0900-1600 Location: MWR Conference Room Registration: Fitness Center by August 9
BAck to basics 2016
Date: August 1 - December 31 6 week rotations Location: Fitness Center Registration: Fitness Center between now and November 19
new group x class: Boot camp h20 Day: Mondays Time: 0800-0900 Location: Fitness Pool
swim Panama Canal 32,000 Meters
captains cup volleyball league
captains cup swim meet
Date: Starting August 02 Location : Memorial Field Registration: Fitness Center or Gym by July 31 Coaches Meeting: July 31, 1200 @ Sports Office
Date: Starting August 21 Location: Gymnasium Registration: Fitness Center or Upstairs Gym by August 17; 1200 Coaches Meeting: August 17, 1200 @ Sports Office (Upstairs Gym)
YOUTH BASKETBALL SEASON
Date: Starting September 11 - October 29 Age: 3-17 Cost:$50.00 Location : Youth Sports Gym Registration: Youth Sports Office; July 31- August 25 Skills Assessment : August 28 Parents Meeting: September 5 Coaches Meeting: : September 6
- Monday & Wednesday, 1000 | Thursday, 1745
FunctIONAL FITNESS Trainer: Rene
Date: August 01-31 Location: Fitness Pool Time: Sun-Thur 0600-1800 | Fri & Sat 1000-1800 T-Shirts awarded to the first 50 finishers Date: August 13 Location: Fitness Pool Time: 1000 Registration: Fitness Pool, August 10; 1200
YOUTH SWIM LESSONS final session
Date: August 07-17 Location: Family Pool Cost: $50.00 ($5 multiple child discount) Swimming skill orientation date & time: 05 & 06 August from 1030-1530 Registration & Payment: 24 July – 04 August, at the Fitness Center
AIKIDO - Sunday, 1130 | Tuesday, 0930 | Saturday, 1100 - Sunday, 1700 - Monday, 0845 | Wednesday, 0845 | Thursday, 1630 - Monday, 0530 | Tuesday, 1700
GLUTES & ABS Trainer: Jennie
FITNESS POOL: 439-4102 SUN-THRU 0600-1800; FRI,SAT & HOLIDAYS 1000-1800 FAMILY POOL: 439-8738 Fri & Sat 1000-1800; Sun- Thurs 1000-1500
captains cup flag football league
CYCLE Trainer: Ai Trainer: Crizaldo Trainer: Jennie Trainer: Wesley
AQUATICS PROGRAM
ADULT Trainer: Sufyan
- Sunday & Tuesday, 1800
Trainer: Sufyan
- Saturday, 1000
FAMILY
* All classes are FREE except Aikido ** Classes are subject to change or cancellation *** Classes are based on the availability of the trainer
- Sunday & Tuesday, 1600
bootcamp h20 Trainer: Deborah - Monday & Wednesday, 0800
FAMILY BOOTCAMP - Sunday, Tuesday & Thursday, 0830
MWR what’s up? | AUGUST 2016
03
LIBRARY: 439-9089 Sun-thurs 1000-1800; fri & sat CLOSED SIX MONTH READING CHALLENGE
01 July - 31 December Age Group: Adults The first challenge is to read 12 books and the second is to read 25 books. Complete one of these challenges by December 31 and win a prize.
PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA TRIVIA
Thursday, 04 August Time: 1030 - 1730 Age Group: Adults How much do you know about President Barack Obama? Take this quiz and see how much you know! Participants may enter to win a prize.
NATIONAL FRIENDSHIP DAY
Tuesday, 09 August Time: 1030 - 1730 Reading is a great hobby. Reading is educational, informative, and relaxing. Celebrate Book Lovers Day by grabbing an interesting book and entering a raffle!
Sunday, 16 August Time: 1030 - 1130 Celebrate your summer reading success with a fun gathering at the Library. Families are invited to celebrate their children’s achievements! Receive your summer reading certificate of participation and some goodies to help you remember the fun you had at the library this summer.
CALLING ALL TEENS
Sunday, 07 August Time: 1630 - 1730 Age Group: Youth ages, 3 - 10 Friendship Day is a special day to honor and celebrate friendships. Gather up your best friends and check out the fun filled activities that will bring you even closer.
BOOK LOVERS DAY
END OF SUMMER READING PARTY
Thursday, 18 August Time: 1600 - 1700 Age Group: Youth ages, 13 - 16 Make your voice heard by joining the Teen Advisory Group. Help decide what to buy, what programs to plan, and how to make the library a great place for teens. Snacks will be provided.
TOOTH FAIRY STORY TIME
Monday, 22 August Time: 1600 - 1700 Age Group: Youth ages, 3 - 8 Visit the Library and find books about the Tooth Fairy or other traditions related to teeth. Join us for coloring, crafts, and snacks.
Family Fun Day
Friday, 26 August Time: 1300 - 1600 Location: Multipurpose Room Join us in celebrating Family Fun Day with lot of activities. This is an opportunity to relax, meet fellow community members, and have fun! Families are invited to visit multiple booths including inflatable games, snacks, and cultural activities.
SINGLE ELIMINATION TOURNAMENT! DATE: August 09 TIME: 1600-1900
$1.50 PER GAME, $1.00 FOR SHOE RENTAL
Teen Special
MONTH OF August
SUNDAY-THURSDAY TIME: 1100-1500
ONE FREE GAME PER PERSON, $1.00 FOR SHOE RENTAL
BOWLING CENTER: 439-4205 SAT-WED 1000-2200; THUR & FRI 1100-2300 MWR what’s up? | AUGUST 2016
05
MWR what’s up? | AUGUST 2016
06
AUGUST EVENTS OUR PROGRAMS SCHOOL-AGE CARE PROGRAM
TEEN CENTER
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER (CDC)
MilitaryChildCare.com
BAHRAIN SCHOOL; CONTACT: 3940-3780 GRADES: K- 6th HOURS OF OPERATION: Sunday through Thursday: 0630-0730 & 1500-1730 on school days 0630-0730 & 11:00-1730 on early release days 0630-1730 on no school days BLDG 267; CONTACT: 439-9092 AGES: 6 WEEKS - 5 YEARS HOURS OF OPERATION: Sunday through Thursday, 0630 - 1730 p.m. Hourly care is on a space available basis.
BLDG 267; CONTACT: 439-4901 GRADES: 7th - 12th HOURS OF OPERATION: 1500 - 1730 on school days, 1100 - 1730 on early release days, and 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on no school days. Friday and Saturday CLOSED
By using Military ChildCare.com, families can conduct a customized search for the care they need and submit a request for care at any time and from any location.
©militarychildcare.com
REGISTER AT THE YOUTH SPORTS OFFICE
Week 7: Aug 7-11 Volleyball Camp
Register by: Aug 3 $30/person
Week 8: Aug 14-18 Basketball
Register by: Aug 10 $30/person
Week 9: Aug 21-25 Sport N’ Play
Register by: Aug 17 $30/person
“Continuing The Legacy” TUESDAYS 1615- 1715 TEEN CENTER AGES: 14-18 • ICE SKATING & BOWLING @ FUNLAND • SEEF MALL • BAHRAIN CULTURAL TOUR • GRAVITY INDOOR SKYDIVING • FREE HAIL & FAREWELL & YOUTH OF THE MONTH • BIC GO KARTING • LATE NIGHT: FOOT GOLF & DINNER @ PASSIONS RESTAURANT Visit the teen center for dates & times. MWR what’s up? | AUGUST 2016
BASKETBALL LEAGUE Grade: K - 12 Registration: 31 Jul - 25 Aug Session: 11 Sept - 29 Oct
BASKETBALL Age: 3-5 Registration: 31 Jul - 25 Aug Session: 11 Sept - 29 Oct SWIMMING Every Monday From
June 22nd - August 22nd
COOKING CLUB Every Tuesday From
June 21st - August 23rd
FIT CLUB Every Thursday From June 23rd - August 25th
MOVIES Every other Sunday From June 26th - August 21st
BOWLING Every other Sunday From June 26th - August 21st
07
Food & Beverage F R E S H
&
D E L I C I O U S
Family Make Your Own Pizza Night
You asked for it...You Got It! Join us for our Summer Brunches July 15, August 26, and September 23
July 15 1000-1400 Asian
JULY 20 1700-1900 OASIS LARGE(14’’): $3.85 | MEDIUM(8’’): $1.85 | SMALL(6’’): $1.50 TOPPING: +$0.44/OZ FOR EACH
Brunch Featuring Cuisine from:
Walk-ins Welcome Kids 3 and under are FREE Kids 4 to 11 $8.95 Adults $19.95
Hawaii Phillipines Korea Japan
Bottom Floor Freedom Souq (Oasis, CPO & OClub) Reservations Requested. 439-4206
hours of operation:
August 26
Save the Date!
September 23
End of Summer BBQ Brunch A Taste of Germany
Oasis Hot Line Oasis Grille
– 0530-1400, 1700-2000 – Breakfast 0530-1000; After Breakfast 1100-0230 A&W American Grill – 1030-2400 Gourmet Bean Express – 0600-2200 Gourmet Bean Café – Sun-Thurs 0700-2000 Fri & Sat 1030-2000 Health Bar – 0630-1900 Café Panini – 0630-1330 (Closed on Fri & Sat) Hot Stuff Pizza – 0600-2200 Taco Bell – 1030-2200 Smash Hits Deli – 1030-2000 Simply Smoothies – 0700-1400 NSA Fusion – 1030-1400, 1700-2000 Shawarma Express – 1100-1400, 1700-2000 MWR Cinema SIPS & BITES – Opens 30 minutes prior to movie showing of the day Game Time Sports Grill (Bowling Center) – Sat–Wed 1100-2230 Thu-Fri 1100-2300 Officer’s Club at Freedom Souq – 1600-2330 Chief’s Club at Freedom Souq – 1600-2330 Club 261 (Enlisted club) at Freedom Souq – 1600-2330 MWR what’s up? | AUGUST 2016
08
MWR what’s up? | AUGUST 2016
09
Scan the QR code or navigate to
navymwrbahrain.com
using your iPhone or Android browser
MWR what’s up? | AUGUST 2016
10