John H. Chafee Fitness Center

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Open to Active-duty personnel, Reservists, Retirees, Dependents, Veterans (100% disabled) & DoW with a valid ID and base access. Pool is open to Active Duty personnel, Reservists, Retirees, Dependents & DoD Civilians.

💪 CAN YOU JOIN THE 1,000 LB CLUB? 🏋️‍♀️🏋️‍♂️Think you’ve got what it takes? Put your strength to the test at the John H....
09/16/2026

💪 CAN YOU JOIN THE 1,000 LB CLUB? 🏋️‍♀️🏋️‍♂️

Think you’ve got what it takes? Put your strength to the test at the John H. Chafee Fitness Center during the 1,000 LB Club Challenge, running September 8–October 30!

Test yourself in powerlifting’s “Big 3”:
🏋️ Deadlift
🏋️ Bench Press
🏋️ Squat

The goal:
🔥 Men: Lift a combined 1,000+ pounds
🔥 Women: Lift a combined 500+ pounds

Think you can make the club? See a Fitness Specialist to schedule your challenge time!

💪 Three lifts. One goal. Can you hit the mark?

Open to Active-duty personnel, Reservists, Retirees, Dependents (18+), and DoW Civilians with valid ID and base access.

  every Wednesday from 11 AM-2 PM at the Community Recreation Center. Unlimited slices and full salad bar. Open to all p...
09/16/2026

every Wednesday from 11 AM-2 PM at the Community Recreation Center. Unlimited slices and full salad bar. Open to all patrons with base access!

Our friends are HIRING at Child & Youth Programs! If you love working with kids & want to make a positive impact, they w...
09/15/2026

Our friends are HIRING at Child & Youth Programs! If you love working with kids & want to make a positive impact, they want YOU on their team! Join them in creating fun, enriching experiences for children & youth at Naval Station Newport.

Child & Youth Program Assistant - MAY BE eligible for $1000 Incentive at 6 months and 1 year
$21.29 - $24.65 per hour, Intermittent - Flex (0-40 hours) No Benefits
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/884398500
11 vacancies open
Closes 10/11

Child & Youth Program Food Service Worker
$20.09 - $23.43 per hour, Full-time
https://www.usajobs.gov/job/883888100
1 vacancy open
Closes 9/21

Wednesday’s   Schedule at the John H. Chafee Fitness Center:9-10 am - Total Body10:15-11:15 am - Body Sculpt4:30-5:15 pm...
09/15/2026

Wednesday’s Schedule at the John H. Chafee Fitness Center:

9-10 am - Total Body
10:15-11:15 am - Body Sculpt
4:30-5:15 pm - Yinyasa Yoga
5:30-6:30 pm - Zumba

Pool: 9 am-6 pm Adult (18+) Lap Swim
3-6 pm Family Open Swim

🏊‍♀️ **POOL CLOSURE** 🏊‍♂️The **John H. Chafee Fitness Center Pool** is closed for the remainder of today due to an issu...
09/15/2026

🏊‍♀️ **POOL CLOSURE** 🏊‍♂️

The **John H. Chafee Fitness Center Pool** is closed for the remainder of today due to an issue with the chlorination machine.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We’ll keep you updated as soon as we have more information. 💦

🎃Leisure Bay Internet Café has your favorite  ! 🍁Dive into the cozy vibes with our delicious Pumpkin Spice delights or t...
09/15/2026

🎃Leisure Bay Internet Café has your favorite ! 🍁Dive into the cozy vibes with our delicious Pumpkin Spice delights or treat yourself to a Pecan Crunch Latte. Which one will you try first? ☕

  at the Community Recreation Center 11 AM - 2 PM. Open to all patrons with base access. Check out our
09/15/2026

at the Community Recreation Center 11 AM - 2 PM. Open to all patrons with base access. Check out our

Tuesday's group fitness classes at the John H. Chafee Fitness CenterKickboxing: 9-10 am Les Mills BODYPUMP™: 10:15-11 am...
09/14/2026

Tuesday's group fitness classes at the John H. Chafee Fitness Center

Kickboxing: 9-10 am
Les Mills BODYPUMP™: 10:15-11 am

Pool: 6 am-2 pm
Adult (18+) Lap Swim

Enjoy a delightful lunch at Officers' Club! Join us on the deck Monday-Friday starting at 11 AM. Open to all patrons wit...
09/14/2026

Enjoy a delightful lunch at Officers' Club! Join us on the deck Monday-Friday starting at 11 AM. Open to all patrons with base access.

Are you an Active-Duty Sailor?MWR want to hear from YOU. 💬Tell us what you need. Let’s enhance MWR programs together.👉 h...
09/14/2026

Are you an Active-Duty Sailor?
MWR want to hear from YOU. 💬
Tell us what you need. Let’s enhance MWR programs together.

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Address

1109 Taylor Drive Naval Station
Newport, RI
02841

Opening Hours

Monday 5am - 8pm
Tuesday 5am - 8pm
Wednesday 5am - 8pm
Thursday 5am - 8pm
Friday 5am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 3pm
Sunday 8am - 3pm

Telephone

+14018412512

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