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Fitness Centers

Youth Age Policies

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Enhance your fitness journey with group training and classes. 

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Participate in fitness-related activities and events to keep you in top shape.

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Army Sports Fitness Aquatics

Safe, Supervised, and Family-Friendly Fitness

Army MWR Fitness Centers welcome Families while ensuring a safe workout environment for all patrons. Age policies help maintain safety and appropriate equipment use.


Age Guidelines

Local policies may differ - please verify with facility staff.

16 and Older

Full access to all fitness areas without supervision

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13-15 Years Old

Allowed with direct supervision by a parent/guardian actively participating in the same activity

12 and Under

Not permitted in cardio, weight, or sauna areas unless attending a designated youth program

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Youth Fitness Programs

CYS Youth Fitness Programs

CYS provides a variety of structured fitness programs for kids and teens. 

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Fitness Centers

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  • Whittington High Performance Center
  • The facility will be closed beginning June 8 until renovations are complete. 24/7 access will be unavailable during this time.
  • Hours:
    Monday
    5:00am-8:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Tuesday
    5:00am-8:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Wednesday
    5:00am-8:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Thursday
    5:00am-8:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Friday
    5:00am-8:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Saturday

    Open 24-7
    Sunday

    Open 24-7
    Training Holidays
    7:00am-3:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Federal Holidays (except 24/7 access with prior registration)

    Open 24-7
  • Smith Fitness Center
  • Our parking lot will be closed from 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 16 until 3 p.m. on Friday, April 17.

    24/7 access with prior in-person registration and access card.
  • Hours:
    Monday
    5:00am-8:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Tuesday
    5:00am-8:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Wednesday
    5:00am-8:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Thursday
    5:00am-8:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Friday
    5:00am-8:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Saturday
    9:00am-5:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Sunday
    9:00am-5:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Training Holidays
    9:00am-5:00pm
    Staffed Hours

    Open 24-7
    Federal Holidays (except 24/7 access with prior registration)

    Open 24-7

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May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month – a perfect time to get fit for summer with MWR! Learn health and wellness tips and join events at participating locations.

STRONG B.A.N.D.S.
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2026 All-Army Sports
2026 All-Army Sports

2026 All-Army Sports

Think you can MAKE THE CUT? Soldier-Athletes and Coaches - Apply for the All-Army Sports Program and compete in a sport against the other services!

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Learn about the Army-wide program that stimulates competition and recognizes the top unit in intramural sports of basketball, flag football, soccer, softball, and volleyball.

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