Aviano HOG Chapter #9239 is a motorcycle organization and has been around since October of 1993. Our organization is based on three tiers:
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Facebook: @AvianoScuba
Looking for scuba partners to discover some of the world class dive sites in Europe? Together we can share tips, save money, and plan trips to some exotic scuba dive sites around Europe.
Facebook: BBQ Pit Boys Pitmasters “Camp Darby” Official Chapter Camp Darby Pit-masters is a group for Camp Darby members. The purpose of this group is to share BBQ tips, recipes and pictures to expand our love of the Bar-B-Que! Beef, pork, poultry, seafood, vegetables, wild game, and side dishes. Enjoy creating and sharing your BBQing experiences.
Facebook: Aviano Board Gamers
Board and card games of all types for all levels.
Facebook: Aviano String Ensemble
We are a group of beginner to intermediate string players. This group is open to those who play violin, viola, cello, or double bass. As new people join, we will probably have the adults and students meet separately.
Facebook: ImproViano
Meets: 6pm-8pm on odd Thursdays of each month
Group which practices improvisational acting skills with games. (18+ only)
Volunteer run group dedicated to connecting the Aviano community together to create lasting keepsakes while building resilience.
https://www.facebook.com/design.unwind.aviano/
Meets: Various times and places POC: SrA Kyle Yaklin, 632-5552 TSgt Jacob Watson, 632-4164 SrA Alexander Stair, 632-8733
Aviano Rock Climbers is an organization that focuses its activities out in the mountains, at the beach, or anywhere that nature allows us to convene. We pride ourselves on a laid back philosophy; simply coming out and having a good time with everyone. We aim to increase physical fitness in new and exciting ways, and conquer different challenges that life may present. We are a solid group of people who support and encourage others to try and try again, and no matter the outcome, strive to never give up.
Meets: Monday, Wednesday & Friday 1730-1900 POC: Manny Gamboa: +393405857853 Channa Thol: +395039846976
POC: Manny Gamboa: +393405857853
Channa Thol: +395039846976
Family oriented team that welcomes all who wish to learn.
Meets: Practice every Sunday, 4 p.m. at Field 5. Game times varyPOC: TSgt Joseph Cherry, 632-7555 (340-329-8570)
We are a baseball team that plays in a local Italian amateur league as well as tournaments in Europe.
POC: MSgt. Gerardo Esquivel
TSgt.Jose Mangrobang
Dedicated to all Aviano Air Base runners and even casual hikers for distances from 5 km to ultra-distance events. Whether you run alone or as a group use this group to share info, find running partners and local trail routes, and attend running event. Pretty much anything to do with running.
We don't have organized runs at the moment but some group members do participate in the weekly non-competitive Volksmarches that take place every Sunday at local towns/villages. The Volksmarches are family and pet friendly. Exploring Friuli by foot is way better than behind the wheel any day!
POC: MSgt Robert Pemberton, 632-8305
We currently have 165 members of all different abilities and skill. We post hard training rides, slower social rides with gelato/café/spritzer stops and beautiful touring rides. We have all female rides, couples rides and regular group rides. We make it a point to try and host rides for all skill levels and abilities.
We have a Facebook page (Aviano Cycling Club) where members post ride times and locations for anyone to join.
POC: JoJo Mangrobang jose.mangrobang@us.af.mil
Master swim group is a venue where swimmers of all abilities could meet up to do a swim workout that is usually facilitated by a coach. Sessions are usually an hour and vary depending on technique, speed, power development and breathing.
POC: TSgt Dominic DeWeese, 632-7787
Facebook Page: Bonsai Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Aviano)
The team is an affiliate under Bonsai/Figo Guam where our head instructor, Ruben Rivas, trained prior to arriving at Aviano Air Base. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a martial art which focuses on grappling and ground fighting. Students learn how to defend themselves against attackers with the use of joint locks and chokeholds. Knowing you have the ability to protect yourselves and your family gives students a level of self-confidence that translates into other aspects of their lives (work, family) and allows to them to continually improve in all aspects of their lives.
There are 5 belts in the promotion system for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, which are in order, White, Blue, Purple, Brown, and Black. Each belt has five different levels (stripes) to obtain before moving up to the next belt.
If you have any further questions regarding the classes please let us know. Thank you.
Meets: Every Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at the Aviano HS Gym.
Geared for ages 9-18 but all are welcome. Licensed youth coach providing more playing opportunities for those interested in soccer.
Meets: Various times and places POC: SSgt Nathan Scheffel 632-4106 SrA Chris Berglund 632-4105
Meets: Various times and placesPOCs: Bridget Neighbor (632-1593) and Chealsey Lynch (632-5080)
Description: The goal of this group is to create an athletic and aggressive roller derby team. Through roller derby, we strive to improve each member's athletic ability, self-discipline and foster camaraderie in the community. Any individual (ages 18+) can participate. Skating experience is a plus, but not a limiting factor (we will teach you how to skate). Finally, for those people that want to be part of the team and don't want to skate we have non-skating official (NSO) positions. Individuals that support the team by keeping score, managing penalties and performing referee duties during the bouts. Check us out on Facebook at Aviano Roller Derby
POC: Evelyn Greene +393478162969
Women’s soccer team. (17+)
POC: A1C Adams Chandler, 632-4206
Aviano Cornhole Club is just a bunch of folks who get together and host tournaments for all ages and levels of expertise.
Club will host events and sign-ups and equipment will be provided or bring your own cornhole boards and bags to join the fun. We keep it fun and bags fly at every meeting.
Who will be the King or Queen of Cornhole at Aviano? Join the fun today and find out!
POC: mopsaviano@gmail.com
Meetings include time for developing relationships through teaching, discussion groups, creative activities and fellowship time over shared meal or snack. Group meant to connect moms and stands for mothers of preschoolers but is really for moms of kids birth to kindergarten.
Supports group for those who have lost their children.
POC: Katie McKernan avianowoc@gmail.com
A group for women of the catholic faith for learning, making friends and growing in faith.
Meets: Wednesday mornings 8:45am to 11:45am Chapel on Area 1.
Bible class for all ages.
POC: Josh Morgan, +39 334 8028043, men@avianobaptist.church
The Baptist Men’s ministry is for spiritual growth and fellowship. Activities include the monthly men’s prayer/fellowship breakfast, men’s bible studies, and retreats.
POC: avianopwocpresident@gmail.com
A group for protestant women.
POC: A1C Terra Ford, 632-7062 or +1 (772) 708-1357 Location: Beaches (Jesolo, Bibione, etc...), parks/trails (nearby such as Barcis and Dardago)
Each month, we will head out to a new location such as the beach or trails to pick up trash and promote a healthy, natural environment throughout Italy. This would also be a great way to get some volunteer hours in, meet new people, and see more of this beautiful country.
Contact A1C Ford with name and cell phone number to be a part of this club. Thank you!
Meets: Meetings are every 4th Saturday of the month. Time and location is posted in the Aviano Masonic Community Facebook Group 1-2 weeks prior.POC: Kevin Kirkpatrick, DSN 632-7329, robertbcroxton@yahoo.com
Linking past and present Freemason members of all houses at Aviano and surrounding area and allowing interested potential members a way to fellowship together. No atheists please.
POC: Wendi Graham, 632-5407
Call for more STEM volunteer information!
Spouses of Aviano (SOA) is a private organization open to enlisted, officer, and civilian spouses at Aviano Air Base. SOA is both a philanthropic organization and a social group. We strive to strengthen, support, and serve the Aviano military community.
POC: spousesofavianopresident@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spousesofavianocommunity/