NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY BAHRAIN | MWR NEWSLETTER | SEPTEMBER 2016
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COMMUNITY RECREATION • LIBERTY • SPORTS • FITNESS • AQUATICS • BOWLING • LIBRARY CHILD & YOUTH PROGRAMS • FOOD & BEVERAGE • ENTERTAINMENT
TICKETS & TOURS SEPTEMBER 02 LADIES SPA DAY PACKAGES AT DESSANGE
SEPTEMBER 10 AMWAJ ISLAND KAYAKING
SEPTEMBER 23 BEACH DAY AT ART ROTANA
This kayaking trip will show you the beautiful waters surrounding Amwaj Islands. Trip includes: all kayaking gear & usage of hotel faculties (beach, pools, showers). What to bring: swimsuit, sunblock, camera, water-shoes/sandals, cash (dinar) for food and beverage. Time: 1000 – 1430 MWR Price: $42.00 Registration Deadline: Sept 08
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: Sept 21
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: $55.00 Registration Deadline: August 31
SEPTEMBER 10 & 17 AL AREEN WILDLIFE PARK
SEPTEMBER 24 GRAVITY INDOOR SKYDIVING
SEPTEMBER 03 Jarada Trawl Fishing
SEPTEMBER 16 ARABIAN GULF FISHING
Sign up for 1 of 9 Spa packages to unwind and relax. Time: 0900 (Times subject to availability) Registration Deadline: August 31
SEPTEMBER 02 JARADA ISLAND DAY TRIP
Experience fishing in the warm and shallow waters of the Arabian Gulf. Package includes: three hours fishing, all fishing gear/bait and boat ride with transportation. Time: 0730 MWR Price: $60.00 Registration Deadline: August 31
SEPTEMBER 03 & 24 CITY TOUR
Enjoy this guided tour of the Grand Mosque, the National Museum, the Bahrain Fort, & Handicraft shops. We will even stop at the camel farm to visit the camels owned by the royal family. What to bring: bring your camera for that epic camel selfie! Time: 0900 – 1600 MWR Price: $35.00 Registration Deadline: August 31 for Sept 03 Sept 21 for Sept 24
The park is a nature reserve and zoo located in Sakhir, Bahrain. *Separate Entrance fee: only 1BD Time: 0900 MWR Price: $11.00 Registration Deadline: Sept 07 for Sept 10 Sept 14 for Sept 17
Experience fishing in the warm and shallow waters of the Arabian Gulf. Package includes: four hours fishing, all fishing gear/bait and boat ride with transportation. Time: 0730 MWR Price: $95.00 Registration Deadline: Sept 14
SEPTEMBER 16 SCUBA DIVE – PADI CERTIFIED
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: Sept 14
SEPTEMBER 17 & 30 PEARL SNORKEL HUNT
Bahrain has a legacy of being the Gulf’s premier pearl diving location. Join in the fun on this exciting and adventurous trip where what you find is what you keep. Bahrain’s first world-class water park features some of Tour includes: equipment rental, boat fees and transportation. the latest water based amusement technology. The MWR Price: $80.00 park provides fun for all ages with special facilities and Time: 0730 Registration Deadline: Sept 14 for Sept 17 play areas including the wave pool, lazy river and Sept 28 for Sept 30 several water slides.
SEPTEMBER 09 LOST PARADISE WATER PARK
Trip includes: entrance fee and transportation. *Towel and lockers available for rent at the park. Time: 0930 - 1730 MWR Price: $50.00 Registration Deadline: Sept 07
SEPTEMBER 10 AL JASRAH HANDICRAFT & CAMEL FARM 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: Sept 07
SEPTEMBER 17 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: Sept 14
SEPTEMBER 23 WAKEBOARDING
Wakeboarding 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: $45.00 Registration Deadline: Sept 21
Hold on tight, & JUMP! Just like you would from an aircraft, but without a parachute, & even without boarding an airplane in the first place! Package Includes: Transportation, instruction/briefing on freefalling, all equipment/gear, 2 minutes flying time, & usage of the recreation game center. Time: 0930 MWR Price: $59.00 Registration Deadline: Sept 21
SEPTEMBER 24 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: Sept 22
SEPTEMBER 30 TREE OF LIFE
The Tree of Life in Bahrain is a Prosopis Cineraria tree that is approximately 400 years old, and stands 32 ft. high. 50,000 tourists visit this tree every year and you get the chance to visit this national treasure as well. Time: 0800 – 1100 MWR Price: $5.00 Registration Deadline: Sept 28
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? | SEPTEMBER 2016
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NEW INVENTORY
LIGHTWEIGHT, DURABLE & INFLATABLE FOR EASY TRANSPORT
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ATHLETICS
sports PROGRAM FITNESS center: 439-8184 SUN-sat 0500-2200
LABOR DAY 1- PITCH SOFTBALL TOURNAmenT
Date: September 2 & 3 Location : Memorial Field Registration: Fitness Center or Gym by August 30 Coach es Meeting: August 30, 1200 @ Sports Office
captains cup SOFTball League
Starting: September 11 Location: Memorial Field Registration: Fitness Center or Upstairs Gym by September 7; 1200 Coaches Meeting: September 7, 1200 @ Sports Office (Upstairs Gym)
fitness PROGRAM FITNESS center: 439-9306 SUN-sat 0500-2200
(navy operational fitness and fueling system)
Patriot Day Run
Date: September 11 Time: 0600 Sign Up: 0530 Location: NAVCENT Roundabout All runners are entered to win a FREE iPad Mini
CYCLE
Trainer: Crizaldo - Sunday, 1700 Trainer: Ai - Sunday, 0945 | Tuesday, 0945 | Thursday, 0945 | Saturday, 1100 Trainer: Jennie - Monday, 0845 | Wednesday, 0845 | Thursday, 1630 Trainer: Wesley - Monday, 0530 | Tuesday, 1700 | Wednesday, 0530
GLUTES & ABS Trainer: Jennie
- Monday & Wednesday, 1000 | Thursday, 1745
FunctIONAL FITNESS Trainer: Rene
- Sunday & Tuesday, 1600
bootcamp h20
Trainer: Deborah - Monday, 0800
FAMILY BOOTCAMP
- Sunday, Tuesday & Thursday, 0830
CLIMBING COURSE Trainer: Rene
H.I.I.T.
Trainer: Abdul
- Sunday & Tuesday, 1800
- Monday & Wednesday, 1630
Date: September 01-30 Location: Fitness Pool Time: Sun-Thur 0600-1800 | Fri & Sat 1000-1800 Registration: Fitness Pool T-Shirts awarded to the first 50 finishers
Date: September 22 Time: 0900-1600 Location: MWR Conference Room Registration: Fitness Center by September 20
Starting: September 13 Location: Upstairs Gymnasium Registration: Fitness Center or Gym by September 8; 1200 Coaches Meeting: September 8, 1200 @ Sports Office
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
Swim the English Channe 40,000 METERS
NOFFS Opertional course
captains cup VOLLEYBALL League
AQUATICS PROGRAM
captains cup 6x6 water polo tournament
Date: September 10 Location: Fitness Pool Time: 1030 Registration: Fitness Pool,September 8; 1200 Captains Meeting: September 8; 1200; Fitness Pool Medals awarded to 1st & 2nd Place Teams
CALLING ALL GROUP EXERCISE INSTRUCTORS MWR is looking to expand our group exercise schedule with more variety and class times. If you are currently a certified group exercise instructor interested in teaching for our facility, visit the Fitness Center. REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: Current CPR/First Aid Certification Group Fitness Format Certification Liability Insurance
STRENGTH CORE
Trainer: Rebecca - Monday, 0645
HEART core
Trainer: Rasheed K - Thursday, 1130
POWER YOGA Trainer: Karime
YOGA
Trainer: Sandra Trainer: Banu
- Sunday & Tuesday, 0600
- September 13, 18, 20 & 25, 1630 - Monday & Wednesday, 1630
SPORTS POWER HOUR
Trainer: Rebecca - Thursday, 0645
NOFFS SES
Trainer: Aneesh - Monday, 1100
AIKIDO 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 MWR what’s up? |SEPTEMBER 2016
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T H E L I B E RT Y C E NT E R’S ACTI VI TI E S AND T RIPS A RE O P E N T O A C T I V E DU TY S I NGLE MI LI TARY M EM B ERS & G E O G RAP HI CAL B AC H E LORS 5
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Ice Cream Sunday
1130
Foosball Tourney
1130
Ping Pong
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1130
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Ice Cream Sunday
1130
Foosball Tourney
1130
Speed Pool
September Birthday Celebration
1130
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Bubble Soccer
1730
Board Game Night
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Bowling League 1700
Board Game Night
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Last Buck Party
1130
Board Game Night
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Lost Paradise Water Park
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Paddle Boarding 1000 Trip
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Bowling League 1700 19
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Ice Cream Sunday
1130
Foosball Tourney
1130
Ping Pong
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Ice Cream Sunday
1130
Foosball Tourney
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Speed Pool
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4-Man Sand Volleyball
Bowling League 1700
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Bubble Soccer
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Board Game Night
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Midnight 2400 Madness Movie Night 28
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Bowling League 1700
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Lost Paradise Water Park
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This re creation ce nter i s the s i n g le s e rv i ce me m b ers ’ home away f rom home . L ib ert y’s fa c il it y of f er an ar ray of tri p s , to u rs an d to u rn am ent s a s wel l a s ot he r l eisure a c t ivit ie s. Li be rty Offe rs : S nack Bar, Fre e I n te rn e t, Tv L ounge, Mini Movie T hea t er, Pl ay Sta t ion A nd Xb ox Gam e s .
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LIBRARY: 439-9089 Sun-thurs 1000-1800; fri & sat CLOSED ADULT READING CHALLENGE
LABOR DAY PROGRAM
LIBRARY CARD SIGN–UP MONTH
INTERNATIONAL LITERACY DAY
01 Sep -30 Sep This challenge is designed to “celebrate” September author birthdays. Choose one author, read at least three books from the Library, and write a book report. Complete the task to be eligible to win a prize. 01 Sep – 30 Sep Ages: 13 - 16 Sign up for a library card in September and you will receive a free book and your name will be entered in a drawing for a prize. If you already have a library card, you can enter your name to win a prize.
GRANDPARENTS DAY
Sun, 11 Sep 1600 - 1730 Age Group: 3 - 12 This day is set aside to honor grandparents with special activities. Get involved in the observance of this day by learning how to understand and appreciate your elders. Our special activities will be story telling time, crafts, and games.
Mon, 05 Sep 1630 - 1730 Ages: 3 -10 A selection of activities will be offered for kids such as story time, coloring pages, crafts, word searches, and games. Snacks and door prizes will be given to participants. Thu, 08 Sep 1000 – 1730 Age Group: Adults Read a book from the library, write a book report, and enter to win in our grand prize drawing.
PIZZA & BOOKS FOR TEENS
Thu, 15 Sep 1600 – 1730 Ages: 12 - 16 Talk a little bit about awesome books you’ve read. Eat, have fun, and plan teen events.
SEPTEMBER SPECIALS
BOWLING CENTER: 439-4205 SAT-WED 1000-2200; THUR & FRI 1100-2300 MWR what’s up? | SEPTEMBER 2016
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Travel To Greece *LAND OR CRUISE*
2 NIGHTS ATHENS, 4 NIGHTS MYKONOS OFFER VALID FROM AUGUST 21 TO OCTOBER 2 Athens: Visit the ancient Mediterranean metropolis highly recognized for its unique place in history.
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Mykonos: Enjoy five sun-filled days on the island of Mykonos, where the options are endless. Spend four nights at the deluxe San Marco Hotel, where the service is unbeatable and the accommodations and vistas remarkable.
How to Redeem: 1. Visit www.afvclub.com 2. Search Property ID: RI01 3. Enter Travel Code: Beale AFB FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT MWR LEISURE TRAVEL: 439 - 4777 | SUN - THUR: 1000 - 1800 MWR what’s up? | AUGUST 2016
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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 ©militarychildcare.com care at any time and from any location.
SEPTEMBER 8 1830-2230; CDC
• Light snack will be provided
FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE Grade: K - 12 Registration: 25 Sept - 20 Oct Session: 06 Nov - 17 Dec CHEERLEADING Grade: K - 12 Registration: 25 Sept - 20 Oct Session: 06 Nov - 17 Dec
FLAG FOOTBALL Age: 3-5 Registration: 25 Sept - 20 Oct Session: 06 Nov - 17 Dec
“Continuing The Legacy”
Day For Kids:
17 september 1000 - 1300 youth sports gym
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Food & Beverage F R E S H
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* WHILE SUPPLIES LAST
hours of operation: 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? | SEPTEMBER 2016
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A TASTE OF GERMANY BRUNCH 23 SEPTEMBER 1000-1400 FREEDOM SOUQ COST: $ 19.95 ADULTS $ 8.95 KIDS (4-11) 3 & UNDER ARE FREE
22 SEPTEMBER 1800 MARIO’S COURTYARD
29 september 1700 - 2000 mario’s courtyard
music, food & cold DRINKS free entry - BAG TOSS - DJ - BEER STEINS
EARLY BIRD STARTS: 1700 JACKPOT IS A MINIMUM OF $6500
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