Hours of Operation
All Fitness Centers 24/7 Access ONLY on Federal Holidays and AFMC Family Days
Main Fitness Center
Monday – Friday: 5 AM – 9 PM
Saturday: 7 AM – 5 PM
24/7 Access Available!
Register In-Person Hours
Lightning Fitness Center
Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
24/7 Access Available!
Register In-Person Hours
Fitness Field House
Monday – Friday: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
24/7 Access Available!
Register In-Person Hours
Physical Training Center
Reservation Only
Fitness Assessment Cell
Monday – Friday
SUMMER | May-Oct:
• 5 AM – 1 PM
• PT Sessions: 5 AM, 7 AM, 9 AM
WINTER | Nov-Apr:
• 6 AM – 2 PM
• PT Sessions: 6 AM, 8 AM, 10 AM
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Address Information
Main Fitness Center
Building 810
404 Wicker Road
Fitness Field House
Building 741
In the Track & Sports complex near East Gate
Lightning Fitness Center
Building 1325
Griffin Way, Off Nomad Way (33 FW)
FAC (Fitness Assessment Cell)
Building 2398
Oak Hill location, across from Unity Park
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Contact Information
Main Fitness Center
850.882.6223
Fitness Field House
850.882.6028
Lightning Fitness Center
850.883.6816
FAC (Fitness Assessment Cell)
850.882.9260
Sports & Special Events
850.882.4229
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FAC (Fitness Assessment Cell)
96fss.fsvs.fitnessassessment cell@us.af.mil
Fitness & Sports
December Fitness Classes
Intramural Basketball in January
24/7 Acces Registration
2025 Intramural Sports Schedule
Fitness & Sports Helpful Information:
Eligibility & Access
All base personnel are eligible to utilize Eglin’s Fitness Center locations. Access to indoor facilities require in-person registration.
Hours of Registration at Main Fitness Center, Field House, & Lightning Facility.
Information on facilities, Intramural and Varsity sports, and hours of operation can be obtained by calling the Fitness Center at 850.882.6223.
The Main Fitness Center Complex is located on both sides of Eglin Blvd. at the East Gate.
Fitness Facilities
MAIN FITNESS CENTER • Building 810 • 404 Wicker Circle • 850-882-6223
FITNESS FIELD HOUSE • Building 741 • Near East Gate at the Track & Sports Complex
LIGHTNING FITNESS CENTER (33 Fighter Wing) • Building 1325 • Nomad & Griffin Way • 850-885-3331
FAC (Fitness Assessment Cell) • Building 2398 • Chinquapin Dr. • Across from Unity Park • 850-882-9260 • 96FSS.fsvs.fitnessassessmentcell@us.af.mil
RUNNING & BIKE PATHS • MAPS
FACILITY RESERVATION REQUESTS & SPORTS & SPECIAL EVENTS • 96SVS.elitefitnessprogram@us.af.mil • 850-882-4229
Fitness Center Dress Code
ALLOWED
Tops
• Tops with built-in undergarments
• Top must meet top of the shorts when standing
Bottoms/Pants/Shorts
• Pants and mid-thigh-length shorts
• Pants and Shorts with built-in undergarments
Footwear
• Socks
• Appropriate athletic shoes
(tennis, running, court, cross-training)
Other
• Proper hygiene
• Limited use of scent, perfume, or cologne
NOT Allowed
Tops
• Clothing with rivets
• Modified/homemade t-shirts/tank tops
• Exposed cleavage, chest/nipple, back, side & midriff area
• Tops designed to be worn as an undergarment
Bottoms/Pants/Shorts
• Saggy pants
• Denim
• Exposed gluteus muscles
• Shorts designed to be worn as an undergarment
Footwear
• Bare feet
• Flip flops
• Sandals
• Crocs/clogs
Other
• Altered PT Uniforms
*Anything not covered by these dress code rules is at the discretion of Eglin Fitness & Sports Facility Management.
Fitness Center Rules
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Personnel utilizing the Eglin Fitness Center will be in appropriate athletic attire (gym shorts, shirts, and approved gym shoes) except for formal military training Plastic or rubber suits are not authorized in any fitness facility, including tracks and fields. Dress Code is enforced at all facilities.
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ALL Clothing, personal items, bags, and valuables must be secured in lockers. EFC will not be responsible for items in the dressing rooms or the Fitness Center.
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Inappropriate language or graphics are prohibited.
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Shirts must be worn by all personnel in all areas of the fitness center except the locker rooms. (See Dress Code)
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Smoking, Food, glass bottles or canned beverages are prohibited in the Fitness Center.
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Only court shoes (non marking) will be allowed on hard wood courts. No swimming attire or bare feet allowed in the Fitness Center. (See Dress Code)
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Dunking or hanging on the basketball rims is not allowed. Anyone violating this will be ask to leave the facility. Damage caused by dunking or hanging on the rim will be paid for by the individual or their sponsor.
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Please wipe down ALL exercise equipment after use.
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Direct all questions, concerns and maintenance needs to the Fitness Staff on duty.
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All Gym bags, book bags, large purses, etc. must be stored in the locker rooms.
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AGE RESTRICTIONS:
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16 years of age and over — Unrestricted use of all FC facilities and equipment. Need not be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
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• 13 – 15 years of age — All cardiovascular and weight equipment, group exercise rooms: Require interactive supervision* from an adult (parent, legal guardian, qualified fitness or youth program staff member, or coach) at all times. **Other activity areas (basketball court, racquetball courts, running track): Parent or legal guardian must be in facility.
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6 – 12 years of age-All cardiovascular and weight equipment, group exercise rooms: Access to these areas prohibited. *** Other activity areas (basketball court, racquetball courts, running track): Requires interactive supervision from an adult at all times.
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Children 6 and above are not allowed in the Opposite gender locker room.
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Fitness Center Rules (Unmanned Hours)
During Unmanned Hours:
Do not use your CAC access to let others enter.
Do not hold or prop the door for anyone.
Do not go to the door to let anyone in.
This is a high priority, security and safety issue.
Video surveillance footage will be viewed daily and actions will be taken.
1st violation = CAC access suspended 7 days
2nd violation = CAC access suspended 30 days if further violations occur, your commander will be notified and your after hours access could be suspended permanently.
Note: if your CAC /ID card expires after registering for 24-hour access, visit the front desk to update your information and activate your new CAC /ID.
Intramural Sports
Basketball, Softball, Volleyball, Soccer and Flag Football Intramural Sports Leagues are open for participation seasonally. Active Duty (All Services) and dependents (18-year-old or older) assigned to Eglin AFB and DoD Civilians (NAF/GS) are welcome. Others interested must check with Fitness Center staff for eligibility. Contact Eglin Fitness and Sports for more information 850-882-6223
Volleyball
LOIs Due August 2, 2024
Coaches Meeting August 7, 2024
Season Begins August 12, 2024
Current 2024 Schedule:
Volleyball
LOIs Due August 2, 2024
Coaches Meeting August 7, 2024
Season Begins August 12, 2024
Soccer
LOIs Due August 23, 2024
Coaches Meeting August 29, 2024
Season Begins September 2, 2024
Flag Football
LOIs Due October 18, 2024
Coaches Meeting October 23, 2024
Season Begins October 28, 2024
Varsity Sports
Varsity Co-Ed Soccer – Join the Varsity Co-Ed Soccer Team. Practices are usually 5:30 pm on Monday and Wednesdays at the Eglin Track and Field. Active Duty (All Services) and dependents (18-year-old or older) assigned to Eglin AFB, DoD Civilians (NAF/GS), Guard/Reserve on Active-Duty Orders, Retirees, and Veterans are Welcome! For more information contact Thomas Pogue at thomas.pogue@us.af.mil, using WhatsAPP at Eglin Varsity, or call 850-882-6223.
Varsity Co-Ed Volleyball – Active Duty (All Services) and dependents (18-year-old or older) assigned to Eglin AFB, DoD Civilians (NAF/GS), Guard/Reserve on Active-Duty Orders, Retirees, and Veterans are Welcome! For details contact Coach Aaron Bartlett at 850-974-1731 or email eglin.varsity.volleyball@gmail.com or call 850-882-6223.
Varsity Basketball – Coming in September! Active Duty (All Services) and dependents (18-year-old or older) assigned to Eglin AFB, DoD Civilians (NAF/GS), Guard/Reserve on Active-Duty Orders, Retirees, and Veterans are Welcome! For details call 850-882-6223.
Get your folks in the game!
The Eglin Fitness Center is looking for Sports Representatives for all units on base. Do you like sports? Would you like to help get your unit involved in sport leagues? Contact the Eglin Fitness Center at 850.882.6223 for more information.
Fitness Assessment Cell (FAC)
On the west side of base, the Fitness Assessment Cell (FAC) at Oak Hill, across from Unity Park, is where Active Duty Airmen perform their bi-annual PT tests. And down Nomad Way to the home of Eglin’s 33rd Fighter Wing, you’ll find The Lightning Fitness Center, where 24-hour access is available. FAC Map
Running & Bike Paths
Available jogging paths include:
Please remember to stay off the roads when running or jogging.
Personal Training with Janie
Boxing & Personal Training
Pickleball Courts & Rules
Best in AFMC
Frequently named “Best in AFMC,” the Fitness Center operates the largest intramural sports program in AFMC and one of the largest in the USAF, encompassing seven different intramural sports. The Annual Gate-to-Gate Run and regular fun runs are also hosted by the Fitness Center. During the week, a diverse schedule of fun group fitness classes offers a wide range of physical intensities and a variety of focuses, from strength training to fat burning to heart health and more.