Drill Hall

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.

24/7 Drill Hall Access

• Monday-Friday: 5 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
• Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Sunday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Federal Holidays: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• Monday-Friday: 8:30 p.m.-5 a.m.
• Saturday: 5 p.m.-9 a.m.
• Sunday: 4 p.m.-10 a.m.
• Federal Holidays: 5 p.m.-9 a.m.

Starting May 27 at 8 p.m., after-hours access to the Drill Hall will be suspended until May 31 at 4 a.m. for St. Mary's County Public Schools Project Graduation. After-hours access will also be suspended June 4 starting at 8 p.m. until June 6 at 5 a.m. Access during staffed hours will be unaffected.

Registration for 24/7 Access

Please note that during unstaffed hours of operation, access to the following areas is prohibited:

• Saunas
• Pool

• Active Duty
• Reservists
• Retired Military
• Military Dependents
• DoD Civilians
• Contractors (with membership)

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
• Cable machines
• Full line of Life Fitness strength machines
• Auxiliary free weight room with:
  • 1 squat rack
  • 1 leg press
  • 3-way Olympic 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. DoD employees and contractors pay $5 per class, $35 for 10 classes and $60 for 20 classes.

NOFFS Aquatics: Mondays 8 a.m. at the Drill Hall 
With a mission to enhance physical readiness and performance of the individual through an aquatic-based workout, this class combines swimming, strength training and conditioning exercises to optimize performance, reduce injury risk and promote overall well-being. All fitness levels are welcome as modifications and variation options will be provided to ensure a safe and challenging workout.

Yoga Fusion: Mondays 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the Energy Zone
This dynamic class combines the principles of traditional yoga with elements of Pilates, dance and strength training. Each mindful movement will cultivate presence and awareness through slow, controlled movements and deep breathing. All fitness levels are welcome as modifications and variation options will be provided to ensure a safe and challenging practice.

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: 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.