Staying physically fit is an essential part of being an Airman, so every base has a fitness center equipped with a variety of machines, free weights, cardio equipment, classes and sometimes childcare, all at no additional cost to you.
Every Air Force base has medical facilities offering services free of charge to Airmen and their families. The size of the facility varies from base to base, with some focusing on minor ailments, while others handle everything from cancer treatments to heart surgery.
Whether it’s antibiotics or long-term treatment, the medicine you and your immediate family need is completely covered by your insurance and can be picked up at the pharmacy that’s located right on base.
Dental care is offered free of charge to all Air Force personnel, and low-cost insurance is available for their immediate families, with dental facilities either on site or provided by a dentist in the local community.
Air Force health and wellness centers help Airmen deal with and overcome many of life’s challenges that affect our health, including smoking, stress and diet needs.
Each base has its own recreation center equipped with snacks, drinks, billiards, computers, Wi-Fi, arcade and console games and other activities to help you relax and unwind.
Most bases have plenty of room for you to get out and play sports. Depending on the base, you’ll find a variety of activities including tennis, basketball, racquetball, football fields and even paintball fields for intramural activities or pick-up games.
Some of the best golf courses in the world are on Air Force bases. Open to all military personnel and families, they’re more cost-effective than most municipal and private courses.
Most bases have pools and parks for Airmen and their families and friends to go for a swim, have a barbecue and spend time together outdoors.
Combat fitness is a popular way for our Airmen to maintain physical readiness for wherever they may go and whatever task they’re called to do.
From ski boats to snowboards, you can often find the outdoor gear, equipment and even amenities you need right on base at our rec camp and equipment rental facilities. While it varies from base to base, you’ll almost always find the gear or activity you’re looking for.
From bowling alleys to movie theaters and even skeet shooting, there’s a wide variety of activities that you and your family and friends can enjoy during your downtime, all with the equipment you need at prices that are less than what can be found off base.
Some bases boast horse stables on or near base. Each facility is different, but most offer English and western riding, jumps, trails, boarding, lessons and veterinary services.
Airmen with a shared passion for motorcycles have created a military motorcycle club called the Green Knights, with chapters that can be found on bases all over the world.