Drill Hall

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The Drill Hall is the center of indoor recreation at Patuxent River! All of the facilities located in the Drill Hall are staffed by recreation specialists ready to assist patrons. Staff members also serve as valuable sources of information pertaining to recreation at the installation.

 

Fitness Amenities

The facility is dominated by three basketball courts and another full-sized, NCAA regulation basketball court, one full-sized regulation volleyball court, and two full-sized regulation racquetball courts.

Other fitness equipment includes:

  • Treadmills
  • Ellipticals
  • Stairmill
  • Upright, recumbent and spin bikes
  • Assault bike
  • Concept 2 rowers
  • Cables machines
  • Full line of Life Fitness strength machines
  • Auxiliary free weight room with:
    • 1 squat rack
    • 1 leg press
    • 3-way Olymbic bench
    • Dumbbells up to 50lbs with benches
    • Hip thrust machine

 

Group Fitness Classes

Group classes make fitness more fun! Classes are held both in the Drill Hall and in the Energy Zone, which is located next door to the Drill Hall. Classes are free for Active Duty/Reserve and their dependents and retired military. For all other eligible patrons, each class is $5, 10 classes are $35 and 20 classes are $60.

NEW! Yoga: Mondays 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the Energy Zone
This mindful practice will transform your physical and mental well-being. Immersing yourself in this yogic practice will help increase flexibility, improve posture, enhance muscle strength, relieve stress, reduce anxiety and promote mental clarity. You will be guided through gentle movements of various yoga poses, controlled breathing, meditation, and relaxation.  Come and create a space to nurture your mind, body, and soul. All experience levels welcome. Clothing should be comfortable. Personal mats, blocks, and blankets are recommended but not required. 

Mission FIT: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 3-4 p.m. at the Drill Hall Court 2
Our mission is to get you FIT! This Active Duty-geared class will get your heart pumping with functional movements and interval training. A total-body workout incorporating strength, flexibility, speed, agility, balance, and coordination to improve core strength and overall conditioning, this class incorporates various equipment including dumbbells, stability balls, BOSU, kettlebells, TRX, battle rope, medicine ball, and sliders to keep the body challenged. It is followed by a 10-minute functional movement stretching routine designed to help with flexibility, mobility, and recovery. This efficient workout is suitable for all experience levels.  

Moms (and Dads) on the Move: Tuesdays, Thursdays 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the Drill Hall Court 2
Step up your stroller game with a circuit-based workout designed to build strength and muscular endurance. This total-body conditioning workout uses resistance training, endurance training with high- and low-intensity exercises in a 13-station circuit.  Get set to challenge yourself using various equipment including dumbbells, stability balls, BOSU, kettlebells, TRX, battle rope, medicine ball,and sliders. This efficient workout is suitable for all fitness levels as you can work at your own pace and modify the exercises to suit your level of intensity.  A 10-minute post workout stretching routine will end the class. Children of all ages are welcome to accompany their parent during the training session. 

HIIT the Erg: Mondays 4:30-5:30 p.m. and Tuesdays, Thursdays 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Drill Hall Court 2
Join us for a heart-pumping workout targeting both cardiovascular and muscular endurance. This high-intensity, full-body interval training incorporates rowing with strength training using body weight and various equipment with short bursts of cardio on the erg. This fun workout is suitable for all levels as you can work at your own pace and accommodate the workout to suit your level of intensity. Get your sweat on and finish strong! 

 

Eligible Patrons

The Fitness Centers and Gyms at NAS Patuxent River are available for all individuals with base access. Military personnel, DoD Civilian employees, and family members may use the facilities in the Drill Hall at no charge. Contract employees must purchase an MWR membership to enter the Drill Hall.

 

Fitness/Sports Fees

Standard fees for access (DOD contractors) apply:

  • Active Duty, Reserve, Retired Military, and dependents: Free
    • Guests of Active Duty, Reserve, Retired Military: Free (limited to 2/visit)
    • Guests of Active Duty, Reserve, Retired Military dependents over age 18: Free (limited to 2/visit)
    • Guests of Active Duty, Reserve, Retired Military dependents age 10-18: Free (limited to 1/visit)
       
  • DoD Civilian, DoD Retired, and dependents: Free
    • Guests of DoD Civilian Employees: $5 (limited to 2/visit)
       
  • Contractors:
    • $250 for six months from the day of purchase
    • $500 for one year from the day of purchase
       
  • Intramural fees are charged per sport season.

 

NOFFS - Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling System

Navy Operational Fitness and Fueling System is an evidence-based performance tool that addresses injury prevention by physically training operational job movement patterns. Rather than focusing specifically on the physical readiness test (PRT), NOFFS emphasizes how to specifically improve the functional performance of a Sailor during daily operations including lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying, aerobic/anaerobic demands, body movement skills with balance, agility and coordination.

Additionally, NOFFS provides foundational and performance nutrition guidance. The purpose of NOFFS is to meet the operational, physical and fueling demands of Sailors in order to remain ready for the missions of today's Navy.