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Soldier & Community Recreation

2015 Army BOSS TrainingShades of Green, Orlando, FL

IMCOM delivers and integrates base support to enable readinessfor a self-reliant and globally-responsive

All Volunteer Army

WE ARE THE ARMY’S HOME


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Soldier & Community Recreation Program Overview

• Physical Fitness Facilities/Programs• Warrior Adventure Quest (WAQ)• Unit Sports / Outdoor Sports Fields & Complexes• Library Services• Aquatics Training / Recreational Swimming• Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS)• Recreation Centers/Warrior Zones• Outdoor Recreation Programs• Automotive Skills Programs• Arts & Crafts Programs• Leisure Travel Services• Entertainment Programs

Core Programs


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Program Overview: • Cardiovascular & Strength Equipment (FY15 buy in progress)

• Cardiovascular – 2,722 pieces @ $6.8M in FY11• Strength – 8,211 pieces @ $3.2M in FY11• Deployment Support, 4 buys in FY13, 1 in FY15• Combative Mat and Functional Fitness package added to FY13-14 solicitation• Ebola Containment Sites - $600K in fitness & Rec Kits

• Library Book Kits (Paperbacks, Playaways, e-Books) & General Library Integrated System• Garrison requirements• Deployed Theater support• Paperback Books – 8,500 units @ $56K per month• Playaways – 5,000 units @ $183K per month• GLIS – $1.8M in FY14 (includes data bases)

• Enterprise contracts/volume discounts in FY16 • Gym Floor Resurfacing• Library Makeover• Auto Skills’ Vehicle Diagnostic System• Library RFID & Pin Pads

Enterprise Initiatives


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Senior Commander: Partner with the Garrison to support Soldier opportunities and initiativesGarrison Commander: Maximize program capabilities – efficiencies & income generation

Governing Authorities: AR215-1, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Programs andNonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities; DODI 1015.10, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Programs; TC 3-20.21, Army Physical Readiness Training

Program Overview:

• Provide Garrisons the ability to conduct functional fitness programs in support of TC 3-20.21• Assist commanders in meeting the physical requirements of their Mission Essential Task List (METL) • Provide authorized patrons opportunities to enhance individual readiness, general physical fitness

and contribute to overall wellness• Target: All I.D. Cardholders; Garrisons reported 21M visits in FY13 • Army Baseline standards for staffing, equipment, training and programming based upon hours of

operation, size of facility and garrison ASIP population.• 60+ Garrisons participated in the FY15 Strong B.A.N.D.S. Campaign, showcasing Garrison health &

fitness offerings in conjunction with National Sports & Fitness Month (May)

Desired Outcomes: • Facilities are open to authorized users a minimum of 90 hrs/week (1 facility per Garrison)• Equipment meets industry “heavy commercial use” standards• Soldiers demonstrate the physical skills to perform occupational mission essential tasks• General improvement in the overall health of the force, building total Army Family resiliency• Mitigate aberrant behaviors via positive discretionary time choices/programming


Physical Fitness Facilities/Programs


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Programs Include: 223 facilities (155 CONUS/68 OCONUS)

Programs/Services Offered:

• Unit directed Physical Training (includes combatives)• Scheduled Classes (aerobics, circuit training, functional fitness)• Self-directed physical training • Practice in preparation for athletic programs• Competitive events

Strategic Partners: OSD; ACSIM; Army Physical Fitness School; YMCA


Physical Fitness Facilities/Programs


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Senior Commander: ensure training program is documented on mission training calendarsGarrison Commander: work with mission leadership to recognize importance of WAQ training

Governing Authorities: AR215-1, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Programs andNonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities; DODI 1015.10, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Programs

Program Overview:

• Combine existing high adventure, high adrenaline outdoor recreation activities with LLAD debriefing techniques in an interactive training environment to establish a new normal for Soldiers returning from deployment. Expanded in FY15 to include Train/Ready. Now both ends of deployment cycle.

• Introduce Soldiers to the Combat Operational Stress Control (COSC) model. • Empower small-unit leaders, maintain combat readiness and increase unit cohesion.• Target: Soldiers returning from deployment; program expanded to pre-deployment “train/ready” • Platoon formations participate within 180 days of return• Participation as of Aug 15: 45 Garrisons; 8,086 Units; 202,157 Soldiers

Desired Outcomes: • Increase Soldier/leader interaction• Reduce Soldier behavioral incidents/accidents • Increase individual/unit resiliency factors• Enhance Individual skill development


Warrior Adventure Quest (WAQ)


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Program Examples:

• Paintball• Climbing Tower/High Ropes Courses• White Water rafting/Kayaking• Ice/Rock Climbing• Skiing/Snowboarding

Strategic Partners: OSD; ACSIM; Combat Readiness & Safety Center; Army Medical Department Center & School; Defense Finance & Accounting Service


Warrior Adventure Quest (WAQ)


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Senior Commander: ensure Soldier participation is maximizedGarrison Commander: maximize deliverables against maximized resource capabilities

Governing Authorities: AR215-1, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Programs andNonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities; DODI 1015.10, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Programs; National Governing Bodies (rule books)

Program Overview:

• Garrison programs designed to encourage large scale Unit participation, build cohesion, camaraderie & esprit de corps

• Provide Soldiers positive discretionary time choices, supporting Comprehensive Soldier Family Fitness and IMCOM Top 10

• Target: Active Duty military/Unit level teams• Army Baseline standards for staffing, equipment, training and programming

Desired Outcomes:

• Reduce Injuries/improved physical skills• Increase Individual and Unit resiliency• Maximize participation• Mitigate aberrant behaviors via positive discretionary time choices/programming


Unit Sports / Outdoor Sports Fields & Complexes


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Programs/Services Include:

• Unit level core sports (Basketball, Softball, Flag Football, Soccer, Volleyball, etc)• Combatives• Individual Sports (running events, racquet sports, etc)• Fitness competitions (strength, stamina/endurance, etc.)• Non-traditionals (paintball, golf, bowling, floor hockey, etc.) based upon local demand/resources• Commanders Cup Competition provides healthy competition amongst units

Strategic Partners: ACSIM; National Governing Bodies (rule books/officials training)


Unit Sports / Outdoor Sports Fields & Complexes


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Senior Commander: ensure Soldier participation is maximizedGarrison Commander: maximize deliverables against resource capabilities

Governing Authorities: AR215-1, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Programs andNonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities; AR25-97, The Army Library Program; DODI 1015.10, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Programs

Program Overview:• Provide virtual, facility and non-facility based programs and services, including exportable e-books,

Playaways and paperback book kits to deployed Soldiers • Support Soldier continuing education• Offer leisure reading opportunities • Provide Soldiers positive discretionary time choices• Target: all I.D. Cardholders (CAC access to virtual services); Garrisons

reported 2.2M visits in FY13• Army Baseline standards for staffing, equipment, training and programming• Send monthly avg. of 8,500 Paperback Books and 5,000 Playaways to deployed forces • 60+ Garrisons participated in the FY15 “Read to the Rhythm” Summer Reading Program

Desired Outcomes: • Contemporary options for information gathering, leisure reading, etc.• Mitigate aberrant behaviors via positive discretionary time choices/programming• Link deployed Soldiers and their Families via on-line communications


Library Services


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Programs/Services Include: 74 facilities (59 main libraries, 15 branch libraries)

• Access to resource and leisure collections• General Library Information System (GLIS), virtual web-based system• On-line data base access to over 30K items (e/audio books, magazines, manuals, etc.)• Educational Support (continuing education, reference materials, tutors, college prep, etc.)

Strategic Partners: OSD; Army G1; ACSIM; Army Continuing Education Services


Library Services


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Senior Commander: partner with Garrison to ensure Soldiers are fully trainedGarrison Commander: maximize training opportunities Governing Authorities: AR215-1, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Programs andNonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities; DODI 1015.10, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR)

Programs; TB MED 575, Occupational and Environmental Health Swimming Pools and Bathing Facilities; TM 5-662, Swimming Pool Operation and Maintenance; TC 21-21, Water Survival Training

Program Overview:

• Deliver mandatory water survival training• Enhance Soldier swimming skills• Support the rehabilitation of Wounded Warriors • Enhance the general health of the military community. The Army emphasizes the importance of high

level physical capabilities and the occupational tasks that Soldiers are required to perform by rating this program Mission Essential.

• Target: Active Duty Military; Garrisons reported 2.5M visits in FY13 (includes Recreational Swimming)• Army Baseline standards for staffing, equipment, training and programming

Desired Outcomes: • Key component of mission readiness• Enhance life skill development• Strengthen Soldier resilience• Life saving capability (self, others)


Aquatics Training


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Programs/Services Include: 116 pools (89 CONUS/27 OCONUS)

• Includes seasonal pools• Swim Lessons (military/civilian, child/adult)• Water Survival Training (drown proofing, emergency egress, etc.)• Wounded Warrior adaptive training• WSI/Red Cross lifesaving certification courses

Strategic Partners: OSD; ACSIM; American Red Cross


Aquatics Training


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Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS)Senior Commander: endorse program; ensure all units/battalions are representedGarrison Commander: ensure program maximizes resource capabilities to best represent Soldiers

Governing Authorities: AR215-1, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Programs andNonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities; DODI 1015.10, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR)

Programs

Program Overview:• Engage the NCO leadership across the Army to support the identified needs of our single Soldiers• Provide leisure activities and opportunities for community support• Serve as a tool for commanders to gauge the morale of single Soldiers regarding quality of life issues• Designed to be the collective voice for single Soldiers through the chain of command • Promotes Army values• Disseminates command messages through “peer to peer” campaigns • BOSS is an advisory group to identify & develop garrison programs to meet the needs of the demographic• Target: Single Soldiers, 18-25 years old• Army Baseline standards for staffing, equipment, training and programming• Developed the BOSS Meeting Minute and Event Publisher Tools to ensure

IMCOM Leadership has visibility of real-time data/metrics

Desired Outcomes: • Develop social, coping and life skills• Reduce barriers to improving Soldier QOL• Mitigate aberrant behaviors through peer to peer intervention


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Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers (BOSS)

Programs/Services Include: 73 programs (68 Army, 5 Joint Base)

• Quality of life – Serving on community councils• Recreation – planning and participating in various recreational activities• Community Service – improving community relationships through volunteer activities

Strategic Partners: OSD; ACSIM, Military Units, Major Commands


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Senior Commander: ensure Soldiers are afforded opportunities to socialize, recreate, etc.Garrison Commander: maximize Soldier opportunities to address social fitness


Programs

Program Overview:

• Serve as an interactive social hub for the Army Family• Provide a variety of directed and self-directed activities and services • Warrior Zones take the Recreation Center concept to an advanced level, with emphasis on high tech,

on-line gaming, and presenting the same social recreation opportunities in a Soldier-only environment • Both centers are designed to provide programs and services that meet the psychological and social

needs (Comprehensive Soldier Fitness) of today’s total Army Family• Target: all I.D. Cardholders (Warrior Zones are for Soldiers, targeting Single Soldiers,18-25 years old);

Garrisons reported 3M visits in FY13• Army Baseline standards for staffing, equipment, training and programming

Desired Outcomes:

• Develop social, coping and life skills • Foster stress reduction, building a sense of community• Mitigate aberrant behaviors via positive discretionary time choices/programming

Community Recreation Centers/Warrior Zones


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Programs/Services Include: 77 facilities (39 CONUS/38 OCONUS)

• WZ – high energy state-of-the-art audio/visual capabilities and sound systems; high-tech gaming, Internet capabilities, Wi-Fi connectivity and video/arcade opportunities

• Rec Center – community/family focused events, Internet access, Wi-Fi, tables games, etc.• Both – competitive events (talent contests, recreational games, on-line gamming)• Both – food and beverage services

Strategic Partners: OSD; ACSIM

Community Recreation Centers/Warrior Zones


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Senior Commander: endorse/encourage Soldier participation, life skill building, etc.Garrison Commander: maximize opportunities for Soldier participation and growth

Governing Authorities: AR215-1, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Programs andNonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities; DODI 1015.10, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Programs

Program Overview:

• Promote outdoor lifetime leisure skill development through diverse programming, such as high ropes courses, climbing towers, mountain biking paths, equestrian centers, paintball venues, marinas, parks, hunting & fishing, ski/snowboard hills, hiking trails and picnic areas

• ODR is identified as a growth industry across the US, specifically within the 18-25 age group, a key Army demographic

• Target: all I.D. Cardholders; Garrisons reported 2M visits in FY13• Army Baseline standards for staffing, equipment, training and programming

Desired Outcomes:

• Life Skill Development• Mitigate aberrant behaviors via positive discretionary time choices/programming• Strengthen coping skills, build resilience

Outdoor Recreation Programs


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• Equipment Checkout Services• Hunting/Fishing licenses• Skeet/Trap/Archery Ranges • Parks/Picnic Areas/Nature Trails• WAQ Program Support• Marinas/Stables• Cabins/Cottages/Camp Grounds/RV Parks


Outdoor Recreation Programs


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Senior Commander: endorse/encourage Soldier participation, life skill building, etc.Garrison Commander: maximize opportunities for Soldier participation and cost savings


Programs

Program Overview:

• Provide Soldiers, DA Civilians, Family members and Retirees a wide range of skill development activities and services

• Promote the enhancement of individual coping skills and self-reliance• Reduce maintenance costs through self-help repairs • Improve fine motor skills (hand eye coordination)• Annually, thousands of dollars are saved by Soldiers doing their own POV repair and maintenance at

Garrison Auto Skills facilities• Target: all I.D. Cardholders; Garrisons reported 760K visits in FY13• Army Baseline standards for staffing, equipment, training and programming

Desired Outcomes:

• Reduce out of pocket expenses for authorized patrons• Individual skill development • Strengthen coping skills• Enhance resilience

Automotive Skills Programs


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• Self-directed (staff supervised) automotive maintenance/repair• Fee-based services• Body Work/Paint Shop• Vehicle Storage• Strip Yards (OCONUS)• Lemon Lots• Towing Services• Safety Inspections

Strategic Partners: ACSIM

Automotive Skills Programs


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Recreational SwimmingSenior Commander: endorse/encourage Soldier participation, life skill building, etc.Garrison Commander: maximize opportunities for Soldier participation and growth

Garrison Authorities: AR215-1, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Programs andNonappropriated Fund Instrumentalities; DODI 1015.10, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR)

Programs; TB MED 575, Occupational and Environmental Health Swimming Pools and Bathing Facilities; TM 5-662, Swimming Pool Operation and Maintenance; TC 21-21, Water Survival Training

Program Overview:

• Provide eligible patrons leisure recreation swimming opportunities• Offer life skill development in learn to swim instruction for adults/youth • Present positive recreational opportunities for the entire Army Family, such as venues for pool parties,

outdoor movies, swim competitions, scuba lessons, etc.• Target: all I.D. Cardholders; Garrisons reported 2.5M visits in FY13 (includes Aquatics Training)• Army Baseline standards for staffing, equipment, training and programming

Desired Outcomes:

• Individual skill development • Strengthen coping skills• Enhance resilience• Mitigate aberrant behaviors via positive discretionary time choices/programming


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Recreational Swimming

Programs/Services Include: 116 pools (89 CONUS/27 OCONUS)

• Includes Aquatics Training pools• Swim Lessons (adult/youth)• Lap Swimming• Recreation Leisure Activities (pool parties, outdoor movies, etc.)• Scuba/Kayak lessons• Competitive events (Intramural Swim Meet, Triathlon)

Strategic Partners: OSD; ACSIM; American Red Cross


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Arts & Crafts ProgramsSenior Commander: endorse/encourage Soldier participation, life skill building, etc.Garrison Commander: maximize opportunities for Soldier participation and growth


Programs

Program Overview:

• Provide Soldiers, DA Civilians, Family members & Retirees a variety of skill development activities• Enhance individual coping skills and self-reliance, personal creativity & cultural awareness• Improve fine motor skills (hand-eye coordination)• Present a venue to enhance socialization in support of Comprehensive Soldier & Family Fitness• Target: all I.D. Cardholders; Garrisons reported 470K visits in FY13• Army Baseline standards for staffing, equipment, training and programming• National Intrepid Center of Excellence III at Ft. Campbell displaying winning photographs from the

annual Army Digital Photography Contests since Jul 14• Ft. Hood’s Apache Arts & and Crafts Center partnered with the WTB to offer creative activities to

recovering Soldiers in the center’s Resiliency Room

Desired Outcomes:

• Individual Skill Development • Strengthen coping skills & enhance resilience• Reduce out of pocket expenses for authorized patrons• Mitigate aberrant behaviors via positive discretionary time choices/programming


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Arts & Crafts Programs


• Fine Arts• Woodshops• Self-Directed Craft Activities (ceramics, pottery, framing, etc.)• Custom Framing/Engraving• Resale activities• Directed Activities/Instructional Classes• Army Photo/Arts Contests



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Leisure Travel ServicesSenior Commander: endorse/encourage Soldier participation, cultural awareness, social interaction, etc.Garrison Commander: maximize opportunities for Soldier participation and cost savings


Programs

Program Overview:

• Provide eligible patrons local and nation-wide opportunities for discounted tickets to sporting events, theme parks, concerts, movies, theaters, museums, sightseeing tours, etc.

• Offer reduced-priced lodging at popular USA destinations and best prices for cruises and packaged vacations

• Target: all I.D. Cardholders; Garrisons reported 690K visits in FY13• Army Baseline standards for staffing, equipment, training and programming• FY13 MWR-Initiatives Group (OSD & all Services) identified the Leisure Travel

Services as one of the top initiatives for online ticketing, an initiative w/ the potential to enhance the program’s self-sustainability

Desired Outcomes:

• Cultural Awareness • Strengthen coping skills• Enhance resilience• Mitigate aberrant behaviors via positive discretionary time choices/programming


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Leisure Travel Services


• Virtual/Walk-In Travel Services• Discounted Tickets • Local Trips/Tours• Travel Planning• Cruise Line Bookings

Strategic Partners: ACSIM; Armed Forces Vacation Club; Cruise Line Industry of America; Joint Travel Services; other military services


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Entertainment Programs

Senior Commander: endorse/encourage Soldier participation, life skill building, etc.Garrison Commander: maximize opportunities for Soldier participation and growth


Programs

Program Overview:

• Provide Soldiers, DA Civilians, Family members and Retirees opportunities to develop &/or enhance personal talents and skills

• Present leisure recreation alternatives to alleviate stress• Target: all I.D. Cardholders; Garrisons reported 470K visits in FY13• Army Baseline standards for staffing, equipment, training and programming

Desired Outcomes:

• Enhance individual coping skills• Showcase Soldier talents• Build life skills• Expand cultural awareness


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Entertainment Programs


• Music/Voice Lessons• Theater Workshops• Children's Theater• Public Performances• Commercial Concerts• Talent Shows• Live entertainment for food & beverage facilities• Support for community functions

Strategic Partners: ASCIM; USO; Armed Forces Entertainment; Association for the Promotion of Campus Activities


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U.S. Army Soldier ShowSenior Commander: endorse/encourage Soldier participation, life skill building, etc.Garrison Commander: maximize opportunities for Soldier participation and growth


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Program Overview:

• 30+ years of Soldiers entertaining Soldiers• Provide Soldiers the opportunity to develop &/or enhance personal talents and skills• Provide key Army messaging platform• Present leisure recreation alternatives to alleviate stress• Target: all Soldiers• 2014 Soldier Show: 71 performances; 39 Garrisons; 56,350 patrons (1st year performing in deployed

theater)

Desired Outcomes:

• Showcase Soldier talents• Build life skills• Inform/Educate Total Army Family, e.g., SHARP, SOS, etc.• Expand cultural awareness


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U.S. Army Soldier Show

Strategic Partners: OSD; ASCIM


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TakeAways

Fitness Centers: 223; 155 CONUS/68 OCONUS; 21M visits in FY13 Aquatics: 116 pools; 89 CONUS; 27 OCONUS; 2.5M visits in FY13 Libraries: 74 (59 main/15 branch); 2.2M visits in FY13 BOSS: 73 programs; 68 Army/5 Joint Base Recreation Centers/Warrior Zones: 77; 39 CONUS/38 OCONUS; 3M visits in FY13 Outdoor Recreation: 73; 48 CONUS/25 OCONUS; 2M visits in FY13 Automotive Skills: 63; 38 CONUS/25 OCONUS; 760K visits in FY13 Arts & Crafts: 42; 23 CONUS/19 OCONUS; 470K visits in FY13 Leisure Travel Services: 49; 41 CONUS/8 OCONUS; 690K visits in FY13 Entertainment: 17; 2 CONUS/15 OCONUS; 470K visits in FY13

Warrior Adventure Quest (since began in 2009): 45 garrisons; 8,086 Units; 202,157 Soldiers

GLIS: virtual web-based library services expand capabilities outside traditional facilities; 30K items available on-line (e-books, magazines, tutorials, manuals, etc.); expanding access to 24/7

2014 U.S. Army Soldier Show: 71 performances; 39 Garrisons; 56,350 patrons

Bulk Buy Fitness Equipment: 2011 purchase = $6M cardio, $3.5M strength; 2015 in progress

World Class Athlete Program: 11 Soldier athletes/coaches in 2012 London Summer Olympics; 9 Soldier athletes/coaches in 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics; 1 Soldier athlete in 2014 Sochi Winter Paralympics (1st Gold Medal Active Duty Soldier); 4 current/former World Champions (14 medalists); 21 qualified for 2016 Olympic Trials and 2 already qualified for 2016 Olympic Games.

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