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Strong B.A.N.D.S.

Strong BANDS

 

STRONG B.A.N.D.S. – STRONG Balance, Activity, Nutrition, Determination and Strength – promotes healthy, active lifestyles for Army communities. It helps motivate Army Soldiers, Families, Retirees and Civilians to get and stay fit.

Get involved at our garrison events from May 1 - June 7!!

Commit to Staying Fit! Strong B.A.N.D.S. is back! 

Local Strong B.A.N.D.S. Events, May 1 - 31

Week 1 "Balance” (May 1 - 3)

Healthy Army Community (HAC) Storywalk | 24/7 | Begins on the corner of 9800 Belvoir Road. 

Library Strong B.A.N.D.S. Challenges | Monday, Wednesday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.| Tuesday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Library 

Strong B.A.N.D.S. Kick-off Workout of the Day (WOD) | Wednesday, 5 a.m. - 7 a.m. | Specker Human Performance Center | Pre-registration required!

HIIT Cycle Classes | Graves Fitness Center | No registration required.

Wednesday, 6 - 7 a.m.

Friday, 6 - 6:45 a.m.

Yoga Class | Thursday, 12 - 1 p.m. | Graves Fitness Center | $5 per person | No registration required.

Library Strong B.A.N.D.S. Storytime | Thursday, 10:30 a.m.| Library

 

Week 2 "Activity" (May 4 - 10) 

Healthy Army Community (HAC) Storywalk | 24/7 | Begins on the corner of 9800 Belvoir Road. 

Library Strong B.A.N.D.S. Challenges | Monday, Wednesday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.| Tuesday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Library

Intro to Archery Class | Monday, 5:30 p.m. | Outdoor Recreation | $15 per person | Pre-registration required!

Yoga Classes | Tuesday and Thursday, 12 - 1 p.m. | Graves Fitness Center | $5 per person | No registration required.

Library Strong B.A.N.D.S. Storytime | Thursday, 10:30 a.m. | Library

HIIT Cycle Classes | Graves Fitness Center | No registration required.

Saturday, 9 - 10 a.m.

Wednesday, 6 - 7 a.m.

Friday, 6 - 6:45 a.m.

 

Week 3 "Nutrition" (May 11 - 17) 

Healthy Army Community (HAC) Storywalk | 24/7 | Begins on the corner of 9800 Belvoir Road. 

Library Strong B.A.N.D.S. Challenges | Monday, Wednesday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.| Tuesday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Library

Yoga Classes | Tuesday and Thursday, 12 - 1 p.m. | Graves Fitness Center | $5 per person | No registration required.

Library Strong B.A.N.D.S. Storytime | Thursday, 10:30 a.m. | Library

HIIT Cycle Classes | Graves Fitness Center | No registration required.

Saturday, 9 - 10 a.m.

Wednesday, 6 - 7 a.m.

Friday, 6 - 6:45 a.m.

 

Week 4 "Determination" (May 18 - 24) 

Healthy Army Community (HAC) Storywalk | 24/7 | Begins on the corner of 9800 Belvoir Road.

Workout of the Day/Week (WOD) | Monday - Friday, 5 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Sunday - Sunday, 7 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Specker Human Performance Center| No registration required.

Library Strong B.A.N.D.S. Challenges | Monday, Wednesday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Tuesday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Library

Intro to Archery Class | Monday, 5:30 p.m. | Outdoor Recreation | $15 per person | Pre-registration required!

Yoga Classes | Tuesday and Thursday, 12 - 1 p.m. | Graves Fitness Center | $5 per person | No registration required.

Library Strong B.A.N.D.S. Storytime | Thursday, 10:30 a.m. | Library

HIIT Cycle Classes | Graves Fitness Center | No registration required.

Saturday, 9 - 10 a.m.

Wednesday, 6 - 7 a.m.

Friday, 6 - 6:45 a.m.

 

Week 5 "Strength" (May 25 - May 31) 

Healthy Army Community (HAC) Storywalk | 24/7 | Begins on the corner of 9800 Belvoir Road. 

Library Strong B.A.N.D.S. Challenges | Monday, Wednesday - Friday, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.| Tuesday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Library

Yoga Classes | Tuesday and Thursday, 12 - 1 p.m. | Graves Fitness Center | $5 per person | No registration required.

Library Strong B.A.N.D.S. Storytime | Thursday, 10:30 a.m. | Library

Strength Program | Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. | Specker Human Performance Center | No registration required.

HIIT Cycle Classes | Graves Fitness Center | No registration required.

Saturday, 9 - 10 a.m.

Wednesday, 6 - 7 a.m.

Friday, 6 - 6:45 a.m.

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Kids in the Kitchen

Cook up some kitchen-confidence with your little ones!

Apr 17 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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International Coffee Hour

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Apr 21 1 pm - 3 pm
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Operation Megaphone

Gather alongside local youth to enjoy organized activities and impactful conversation with Child and Youth Services (CYS).

Apr 25 6 pm - 12 am

Operation Megaphone

Gather alongside local youth to enjoy organized activities and impactful conversation with Child and Youth Services (CYS).

Apr 25 6 pm - 12 am
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Two-Person Scramble & Chapman-Alternate Shot Golf Tournament

Join us for this fun and exciting day on the green!

Apr 26 8 am
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Crafts & Cocktails

Light up your life with handmade candles and martini magic!

Apr 26 4 pm - 6 pm
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"First Fridays" at the Community Center

Join Family and MWR for a blast from the past!

May 2 7 pm - 11 pm
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Volunteer Orientation

Your gateway to impactful volunteerism in the Fort Belvoir community.

May 6 11 am - 12 pm
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Cookbook Book Club

Combine the joys of literature and cuisine as you make new friends and expand your culinary skills!

May 9 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
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BOSS Fishing Tournament

Cast your line and reel in some fun with Better Opportunities for Single Service Members (BOSS).

May 10 8 am - 12 pm
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Army Ten-Miler Qualifier Run

Race for your chance to represent Fort Belvoir at the 2025 Army Ten-Miler!

May 14 6:30 am
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Army Ten-Miler Qualifier Run

Race for your chance to represent Fort Belvoir at the 2025 Army Ten-Miler!

May 14 6:30 am
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Crafts & Cocktails

Let's sip, craft and laugh the night away!

May 17 4 pm - 6 pm
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Crafts & Cocktails

Fizz, relax and create, it's DIY craft time!

May 31 4 pm - 6 pm
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9-Hole Garrison Golf Scramble

Join the Garrison Command Team for an exciting afternoon on the green.

Jun 4 1 pm - 5 pm
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Hearts Apart

Providing support to families affected by temporary duty assignments.

Jun 9 1 pm - 2 pm
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Crafts & Cocktails

Create a masterpiece of your beloved pet!

Jun 14 4 pm - 6 pm

Crafts & Cocktails

Create a masterpiece of your beloved pet!

Jun 14 4 pm - 6 pm
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