Aberdeen Proving Ground MWR - Recreation - Sports and Fitness Centers

RECREATION / SPORTS AND FITNESS CENTERS

SPORTS FACILITIES
HOURS OF OPERATION


Aberdeen Area Fitness Center (Bldg 320)

MON - THURS	5:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Closed Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays

Aberdeen Athletic Center (Bldg 3300)

MON - FRI	5 a.m. - 8 p.m.
SAT, SUN & HOLIDAYS	7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Hoyle Fitness Center (Bldg E4210)

MON - FRI	5 a.m. - 8 p.m.
SAT, SUN & HOLIDAYS	7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

At Hoyle Gym we are creating a new space for the fitness equipment you already know and use.
The room will have shatterproof windows that look over the basketball court, flat screen TV's, ventilation fans, and and mirrors to enhance the work out experience. In addition, you will soon see work being done on the locker rooms on the Fitness Center side. Upgrades will be made to the fixtures, lockers, restrooms and more.

Thank you for your patience while we make these improvements!

SPORTS PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS

Email Letter of Intent

SPORTS AND FITNESS CENTERS

Aberdeen Athletic Center
Aberdeen Area, Bldg 3300
410-278-7934

Hoyle Fitness Center
Edgewood Area, Bldg E4210
410-436-7134

Aberdeen Proving Ground has two gymnasiums: the APG Athletic Center and Hoyle Gymnasium.

Each facility has a large basketball/volleyball court area, racquetball courts, fitness areas, free weight room and locker and shower areas, some with saunas and steam rooms. Both gymnasiums have a wide variety of sports equipment for checkout, including racquetball equipment, jump ropes, and indoor & outdoor practice balls!

Each facility has a wide variety of cardiovascular equipment, to include aerobic bicycles, stair climbers, treadmills, and cross country ski & rowing machines! Each has a variety of free and circuit weight machines!

Additional Facilities

Tennis Courts
There are seven courts available for play in the Aberdeen Area: three (lighted) in the 3300 block; four in the 100 block and one in the 3600 block. Five courts are located in the Edgewood Area: two in the E4100 block and three in the E4600 block.

Running Track
There is a running track in the Aberdeen Area (5400 block) and a track in the Edgewood Area around the Weide Army Airfield.

Multi-Purpose Athletic Fields
Fields are located in both the Aberdeen (3300 block) and Edgewood Areas (E4100 block). Fields are lighted and are used for softball, soccer and flag football.

Services Available


·	Equipment checkout
		Racquetball Supplies
		Jump Ropes
		Tennis Racquets/balls
		Indoor/Outdoor practice basketball,soccer, volleyball etc.

Patrons Authorized to Use Facilities


	·	Active duty military personnel and their families
	·	Members of Reserve Components (RC) on annual training
	·	Retired military personnel and their families (included RC with pay)
	·	Cadets of military academies
	·	DOD NAF/APF civilian employees (includes AAFES and their families)
	·	DOD contractor employees

General Policies



	·	Athletic bags cannot be stored in the exercise equipment areas or around cardiovascular equipment due to safety and crowded conditions. Bags must be stored in lockers.

	·	During peak participation times or when individuals are waiting to use cardiovascular exercise, there is a 15-minute time limit on each piece of equipment.


	·	Patrons using the center are required to scan in using a valid military/DOD identification card upon entry.

	·	Eye protection is required by all patrons when playing racquetball or handball.

	·	Click here for official age policy.

Services Available


	·	Strength & Aerobic Training Equipment; Walking Track, Stair Climbers, Treadmills, Rowing Machines, Free Weights & Aerobic Classes plus more!
	·	State-of-the-art "Microfit Health Assessment System"
	·	On Staff Certified Personal Trainers

Sports Programs and Special Events

Intramural Sports
The Intramural Sports Program offers active military the opportunity to enhance individual morale and unite esprit de corps, through individual and team competition. Intramural sports include softball, golf, bowling, soccer, flag football, tennis, volleyball, basketball and power lifting. In addition to awards given for each competition, the Commander's Cup is awarded to the unit with the most points collected from competitions throughout the year. Point standings and information on current and up-coming programs will be distributed at quarterly MWR Council meetings. Unit Sports Representatives attend these meetings and, in turn, keep their units informed.

All Army Sports
Active Duty soldiers who are interested in participating in All Army Sports must submit applications to the Intramural Sports Coordinator. Candidates are advised to visit www.armymwr.com for a calendar of sports, dates, entry deadlines and application information.

Aberdeen Area Fitness Center
Aberdeen, Bldg 320
410-278-9725

Aerobic Training Class Program
Classes will be held at lunch time and during the evening. Call the Fitness Center for schedule and pricing information.

Other Sports Programs
The MWR Program Team offers a wide variety of sports leagues, lessons and special events throughout the year.

Special Events


·	Racquetball Tournament	·	Basketball Tournament
·	Powerlifting Tournament	·	Softball Tournament

For additional information on any of the sports programs, call 410-278-3929 or email Sports Programs.