EDUCATION CENTER CLASSES

COLLEGE 101 FEB 8TH @ 9AM

Are you thinking about pursuing college? Attend the College 101 briefing from 9 AM to 3 PM RSVP required.

Accessing Higher Education

FEB 8TH @ 9AM

Are you transitioning and plan to attend college? Join the Education Center for the "Accessing Higher Education" Briefing from 9 AM to 3 PM. RSVP required

SKILLBRIDGE FEB 23RD @ 9AM

Want to transition to civilian employment? Sign up for the SkillBridge Briefing! RSVP required.

COMMISSIONING MAR 2ND @ 9AM

Want to become an officer? Attend the bi-monthly Commissioning! RSVP required

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER - EAST

BLDG 3904 | (405) 734-4212

MON - FRI: 6 AM - 6 PM

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER - SOUTH

BLDG 1101 | (405) 582-9025

MON - FRI: 6 AM - 6 PM

CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER - WEST

BLDG 5510 | (405) 734-3646

MON - FRI: 6 AM - 6 PM

Child Development Program

The Child Development Program is conveniently located in three separate facilities. The centers provide quality developmental care for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years by certified and well-trained child care providers. The programs offered include full-day and hourly care. Children of active-duty military, DoD civilians, reservists and contractors assigned to Tinker are eligible to participate. The child development programs are DOD certified and nationally accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

Programs Offered:

Full-Day Child Care, Short-Term Drop-in Care, Give Parent’s a Break, and Parent’s Night Out

MilitaryChildCare.com

MilitaryChildCare com (MCC) is an exciting initiative that was launched at Tinker AFB in August of 2017 MCC is a Department of Defense website for military families seeking child care. It enables families to search for and request care, manage their requests, and update their profile online, making it easier for families to find the child care they need.

Register today at www.militarychildcare.com:

Step 1 - Create account. Go to militarychildcare.com to create an account containing information about your family or to login using an existing user name and password.

Step 2 - Search and request care. Search the system for the child care options that best fit your needs and submit your requests for care

Step 3 - Manage my requests You can manage your requests for care from anywhere in the world

Step 4 - Update my profile Keep your My Profile page up-to-date with important information

To get started visit: MyChildCare.com. For questions/support, call 855.696.2934

Youth Center

BLDG 5520 | (405) 739-7866

MON - FRI: 6 AM - 6 PM

Youth Center Membership Program

The Youth Center Membership Program is $60 a year per child ($50 if you sign up in the month of December) and open to youth 10-18 years of age who are dependents of active duty military, retirees, DoD civilians, and contractors The program includes Power Hour, Fit Factor, Smart Girls, Passport to Manhood, Career Launch, Money Matters, Fine Arts, Arts and Crafts, computer and internet access (monitored), a variety of video games and consoles, and much more on a daily basis During the summer a variety of weekly day camps are available

Before & After School Care (K-5th Grade) Transportation to/from:

Parkview Elementary

Soldier Creek Elementary

Barnes Elementary

Schwartz Elementary

Mid West City Elementary

Steed Elementary

Program Clubs

Torch Club: Ages 10-12

Keystone Club: Ages 13-18

Tinker AFB Youth Programs are for ages 5-18 (ages 3-4 for Start Smart Sports Programs) and is affiliated with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA).

Tinker Youth participate in the BGCA’s Five Programs

Education and Career Development

The Arts

Health and Life Skills

Character and Leadership Development

Sports, Fitness, and Recreation.

4-H Programs

The Youth Center also offers three 4-H programs throughout the year. The goal of 4-H programming is to develop growth and development in the four essential elements (Belonging, Mastery, Independence, and Generosity). The Oklahoma County 4-H Extension Office, Oklahoma 4-H Military Liaison, and Tinker Youth Center work closely to offer a variety of projects/programming.

MilitaryChildCare.com

MilitaryChildCare.com (MCC) is an exciting initiative that was launched at Tinker AFB in August of 2017. MCC is a Department of Defense website for military families seeking child care. It enables families to search for and request care, manage their requests, and update their profile online, making it easier for families to find the child care they need.

Youth Sports

All youth sports programs are $60 for youth ages 5-12 and the Start Smart for youth ages 3-4 is $75 (starter kit included)

Youth Sports offered:

Soccer

Flag Football/Color Guard/Cheer (October -December)

Basketball/Color Guard/Cheer

Baseball

Start Smart offered:

Soccer

Flag Football (October - December)

Basketball Baseball

Child And Youth Programs

Daily Membership Activity Clubs

Mon – Fri: 4 PM - 5 PM

Information available at the Youth Center.

Youth Dance Class

$50 a month for 1 class per week

Additional $60 recital fee and this will cover the recital costume.

Dance classes will offer free trial classes the first week of each month

Classes offered are: Ballet/Tap and Hip Hop

Classes are for children ages 3-18 and are 50 minutes long.

Youth Martial Arts

$55 a month for 2 classes per week (3rd child in a family is free).

Private Lessons: $50 per 1 hr session.

Martial Arts is offering free trial classes for the first 2 classes of each month

Kuk Sool Won is a Korean system of highly effective fighting techniques that teaches body throws, joint locks, break falls and pressure point exploitation as well as hand and foot striking techniques. Kuk Sool Won is a wellrounded martial art that increases your fitness, flexibility, balance and mental focus as you learn self-defense

Uniform/Lifetime Membership: $100 one-time cost.

Uniform includes all patches sewn and white belt World Kuk Sool Association (WKSA) membership valid for ALL KSW school world-wide Testing Fees: $40 for full belt promotion. Includes new belt and promotion certificate. There is no charge for stripe promotions.

Before the end of the first month of instruction, a fee of $100 will be charged for the full uniform, belt and lifetime membership to the WKSA. Other fees may be charged for belt testing, seminars, tournaments and additional equipment as required

Instructor will provide positive guidance while teaching the traditional Korean martial art style of KUK SOOL WON. Program curriculum will be in accordance with the World Kuk Sool Association (WKSA) The instructor and school is fully licensed by the WKSA Instruction will be tailored to the age group in each particular class. The instructor will work with each student to help them become better global citizens through the study of martial arts Other associated programs available are Stranger Danger, Bully-Proofing, and Women’s Self Defense. Other specialty programs and private lessons may also be provided on request. Additional activities include participation in tournaments, special seminars and belt testing

BLDG. 216 | (405) 734-2163

OPEN 24/7

3705

BLDG. 3705 | (405) 734-4664

OPEN 24/7

GERRITY FITNESS

BLDG. 6004 | (405) 734-5607

MON-FRI: 5 AM - 8:30 PM

SAT: 9 AM - 5 PM

SUN: 11 AM -5 PM

216 Fitness Annex & 3705 Fitness Center

Located on Arnold Street on Tinker AFB, the Tinker 216 Fitness Annex Center features a wide range of workout equipment to keep you fit to fight! Featuring free weight equipment, assisted weight machines, and cardio equipment, 216 has everything you need to keep yourself in the best shape possible! There are also 6 newly renovated racquetball courts. Both the men ’ s and women ’ s locker rooms have saunas and steam baths. 3705 offers weight equipment as well as an array of cardio equipment. Our fitness centers also offer a variety of fitness classes.

Gerrity Fitness Center

The Gerrity Sports and Fitness Center serves as the core fitness center for intramural sports, squadron & group fitness programs, and self-directed fitness activities for the base community This 36,500 square foot, modern, well-equipped facility offers an excellent assortment of aerobic machines, dressing rooms complete with steam and sauna baths The cardiovascular equipment includes integrated TV screens and two large multipurpose basketball courts and a racquetball court Microfit personal fitness assessments by a certified personal trainer are available Open to Active Duty, Dependents, retirees, and DoD Civilians Closed for deep cleaning on Thursdays and Sundays

Outdoor facilities include softball diamonds, a lighted track, lighted tennis courts, flag football field and a paved marked jogging trail Intramural sports include bowling, flag football, golf, softball, volleyball, basketball and several minor sports tournaments and special events throughout the year.

Fitness Class Schedule

Classes are free and open to all DoD ID cardholders. Classes are subject to change. Please call for availability.

Monday

Core & Strength · 3:30 PM · 3705 Fitness Center

Zumba · 4:00 PM · Gerrity Fitness Center

Cardio Sculpt · 4:20 PM · 3705 Fitness Center

Wednesday

Yoga Flow · 3:30 PM · 3705 Fitness Center

Zumba · 4:00 PM · Gerrity Fitness Center

Cardio Sculpt · 4:20 PM · 3705 Fitness Center

Friday

Zumba · 4:00 PM · Gerrity Fitness Center

Saturday

Functional Fit · 9:15 AM · Gerrity Fitness Center

Class Descriptions

Core N Stretch: This 45-minute class focuses on increasing core strength while incorporating basic yoga stretches to increase overall flexibility

Cardio Sculpt: Challenge yourself with this 45-minute full body calorie blasting workout Includes a combination of cardio and strength intervals for a great full body workout!

Functional Fitness: This 60-minute class is a strength and conditioning workout that is made up of functional movements performed at high intensity. These movements are actions you perform in your day-today life and will help you move and feel your best!

Yoga Flow: This 45-minute yoga class ties postures together with the breath and movement, into flowing combination of strength, flexibility and balance

GERRITY FITNESS BLDG. 6004

(405) 734-5607

3705 FITNESS CENTER BLDG. 3705 (405) 734-4664

Zumba: Join the party! This 60-minute class is a blend of Latin and international rhythm that provides a fun and effective workout

MILITARY & FAMILY READINESS CENTER

BLDG 6001 | (405) 739-2747

MON - FRI: 7:30 AM - 4 PM, BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

What’s the Military & Family Readiness Center Mission?

To provide targeted Military and Family support and services, contributing to the mission readiness, resiliency and well-being of the Air Force community.

The M&FRC provides services in several areas:

Information, Referral and follow-up

Coordination and consultation with other base and civilian agencies to strengthen base policies and programs, all in effort to benefit Air Force Families

Assistance for base leadership in their efforts to meet family needs.

Who is eligible?

Active Duty Military members and their family members.

Guard and Reserve members and their family members.

Retired military personnel and their family members

Deployment Benefits:

Give Parents a Break via CDC Hearts Apart Morale Calls Car Care Because we Care

* Vouchers can be obtained at the Military & Family Readiness Center

Tinker M&FRC has computers that Service Member can use during normal operation hours.

Food Pantry:

Open Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM to 4 PM

Airman’s Attic:

Open during Hours of Operation

Monday-Friday between 7:30 AM to 4 PM

(Open to all E-6 and below, all services) Airman can come once a month and fill a bag with items. If you are looking for something specific, we can notify them when a donated item comes in

Air Force Aid:

Apply for emergency assistance at www.afas.org. Call (405) 739-2747 to set up an appointment after the application is complete After hours? Contact American Red Cross for emergency assistance 877-272-7337

Appointments:

Although we do our best to accommodate Airman’s needs, we are limited by manning and can see your folks much easier if you make, or have them make, an appointment with us, by calling (405) 739-2747 All appointments are conducted by phone or email until further notice.

Personal Finance Readiness:

We are here to help with all types of financial questions; basic money management, building a budget, preparing to move out of the dorms, debt reduction, understanding Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), saving and investing-- just to name a few of the available services Don’t wait if you have a question about finances, call us to make an appointment and let us assist you to discover new ways to maximize your money.