Friday, September 23, 2022
Check out Healthapalooza, MCAS Iwakuni’s first base-wide health and wellness fair! This is an opportunity to learn about healthy lifestyles, receive health assessments, and participate in specialized activities with experts!
The family-friendly event lasts all day and is open to all base patrons.
Branch Health Clinic | 12–7 PM
- Physical therapy screenings
- Mental health care accessibility and skills
- Family medicine general health screenings
- Breast cancer awareness
- Audiology information
- All about contraception and pregnancy
- Healthy dental hygiene
- Tricare transfers and accessibility
American Red Cross | 12–7 PM
- CPR class information, demos and giveaways
Fire Department | 12–2, 5–7 PM
- Firefighter challenge activities
- Freddy the Firetruck water games
- Sparky the dog
Semper Fit | 12–7 PM
- Outdoor rec information and games
- Chance to win massage therapy gift certificates
- Youth sports and competitive events activities
- Archery practice
Single Marine Program | 12–3 PM
- Upcoming events and volunteer opportunities
- Facility resources and activities
Station Safety | 12–3:30 PM
- Heat stress information and activities
- Bring your bike for a quick tune-up
MCMAP | 1–7 PM
- Martial arts demonstrations and exercises for all ages
Chaplains | 12–7 PM
- Spiritual fitness activities
- Religious resources
Behavioral Health | 12–7 PM
- Tipsy-turvie target practice
- Alcohol, substance abuse, stress and anxiety resources
New Parent Support | 12–4 PM
- Register for an infant massage session
- Bubble and balloon artist
- Soccer and parachute activities
COSC | 12–7 PM
- Resources for resiliency, suicide prevention and stress control
- Sign up for ASIST and OSCAR training
- Push for Prevention competition to win a skivvy shirt
Commissary | 12–7 PM
- Basket giveaways with games
Vet Clinic | 12–7 PM
- Pet water station and treats
- Pet health and first aid information
- Mini dog obstacle course *Please clean up after your pets
Class Schedule
Registration for group fitness classes will be held at the information table next to the DJ. Please register ahead of time to secure your spot in classes.
Time (PM) | Class | Location |
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12-1 | HITT | Northside Field |
12:30-1 | Spin | IronWorks North Aerobics Rm. |
1-1:30 | Intro to Yoga | IronWorks North Aerobics Rm. |
1-2 | Infant Massage | Northside Field |
1:30-2 | Foam Rolling | Northside Field |
2-2:30 | Zumba | Northside Field |
2:30-3 | TRX | Northside Field |
3-3:30 | Youth Fitness (ages 5-6) | Northside Field |
3:45-4:15 | Youth Fitness (ages 7-9) | Northside Field |
4-4:30 | Tabata and Stretch | IronWorks North Aerobics Rm. |
4:30-5 | Youth Fitness (ages 10-13) | Northside Field |
4:30-5 | Meditation for Stress Reduction | IronWorks North Aerobics Rm. |
5-5:30 | Cardio Kickboxing | IronWorks North Dojo |
5:30-6 | Zumba | Northside Field |
*Class registration will only be held at the information table, not at IronWorks North front desk
- Spin: A non-weight bearing, heart-pumping workout on a spin bike. Ride flats, hills, intervals and sprints to the beat of the music.
- Infant Massage: Learning how to massage your baby may help ease your child’s tummy troubles and teething pains, boost his muscle development, calm him when he’s fussy and soothe him to sleep. However, the advantages don’t stop there: Physical touch make it easier for you to bond with your newborn. Giving your baby a massage can help you find your own inner Zen, too. You can start these gentle massages the day you bring your baby home. Or you can encourage your partner to try their hand at infant massage - a good opportunity for bonding. All attendees will receive free infant massage oil and a blanket to snuggle up with their little ones. Massage dolls will also be onsite for anyone expecting or wanting to learn more about how to bond sooth a baby.
- Intro to Yoga: Connect your body, mind and spirit with yoga poses and a guided meditation in this beginner-friendly class.
- Zumba: Dance your way to a fitter you with Latin-based high and low-intensity intervals designed to boost your cardiovascular endurance.
- Youth Fitness: 30 minute sample Youth Fitness classes for various ages
- Tabata & Stretch: Interval training in blocks of 20 seconds with 10 seconds of rest using a variety of fitness equipment and body-weight movements. This class features an extended cool down to improve your overall flexibility.
- Meditation for Stress Reduction: Reduce stress with a guided meditation in this beginner-friendly class.
- Cardio kickboxing combines martial arts techniques with fast-paced cardio to increase stamina, improve coordination and flexibility, and reduce stress.