The Aviano Outdoor club is a group of people who enjoy the outdoors through activities like camping, hiking, kayaking etc. and get together to go on adventures and meet new people.
POC: TSgt Christopher Gregory and SSgt Justin Beaudean, 632-7545
Find out more by joining Aviano Outdoor Club on Facebook!
POC: Hendrick Parks reaper@ruffryderseurope.com
Organization which sponsors events throughout the year to give back to the community. Most members ride motorcycles but people who drive cars, trucks and dog owners may also participate.
Description: Get your hands dirty with other gardeners here at Aviano! This group is for gardeners of all levels, from absolute beginners to expert green thumbs. Our purpose is to bring together anyone who is interested in gardening to share tips and advice, learn from each other, and most importantly, get out and have a good time in the garden. We aim to help the community by bringing together people with similar interests and get people out of the house and into nature. We also hope to empower others to start growing their own garden to enrich their experience here in Italy.
Contact: Jennifer Clarkson
Meets: Third Saturday of the month. Contact POC for off-base meeting location. POC: Annetta "Wyked" Lnader, 331-919-9874 Charles "Chuck" Nichols, 366-383-6593 Steve "Hiccup" Holman, 632-5225 (346-261-3399)
Aviano HOG Chapter 9239 is a motorcycle organization. Our organization is based on three tiers: 1) Riding and having a great time doing it! 2) Fostering good will in the community. 3) Mentorship of all riders regardless of skill level. MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS: 1) Work on Aviano AB (American or Italian) 2) Own a Harley Davidson or Buell motorcycle 3) Member of national Harley Owners Group (HOG) EVENTS: Annual Blessing of the Bikes in March/April with an attendance of approximately 250 bikes/400 people. Toys for Tots collection at the BX. The toys are donated to the First Sergeants, Aviano Asilo and the San Vito School for the Handicapped.
POC: MSgt Joseph Rivera, 632-5381
Open to ALL RANKS and ALL TYPES of motorcycles to include Cruisers, Sport, Dirt and Scooter, addressing the needs and concerns of military and DoD civilian riders, through education, safety knowledge, and the shared joy of riding
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS:
1) FULL MEMBER: Active Duty, reservist, military retiree, DoD Civilian, DoD Civilian retiree from any branch of service
2) Own a Motorcycle
3) Attend 3 meetings, participate in 2 sanctioned rides, pay initial/annual dues, mandatory participation in 31 FW traffic/motorcycle events
EVENTS:
31 FW Wing Safety Rodeo Motorcycle Events throughout year across europe Our organization is based on three tiers:
1) Maintaining camaraderie among all motorcycle riders, promoting EO treatment for ALL MOTORCYCLE RIDERS whether SPORT, CRUISER or SCOOTER
2) Encourage continuing skills development and reduce risk of mishaps
3) Enhance base and local community relations through effective service efforts Open to ALL RANKS and ALL TYPES of motorcycles to include Cruisers, Sport, Dirt and Scooter, addressing the needs and concerns of military and DoD civilian riders, through education, safety knowledge, and the shared joy of riding.
POC: TSgt Martin Wallace, 632-4598
We are a group of local petrol heads that have an appreciation of all cars. We get together to work on cars go to local tracks/shows/events. Basically petrol-heads helping other petrol-heads.
POC: TSgt Kon W. Lee, kon.lee@us.af.mil, DSN 632-7283
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.
Minimum Requirements: PADI Minimum Open Water Certification
Recommended: PADI Advance Certification
Via Condulmer, 12 A, 30029 San Stino di Livenza VE
POC: SrA Elizabeth Sims, +39-340-705-5249
A1C Irene Ochoa, +39-333-150-3746
The purpose of Winged Warriors Skydiving Club is to bring together people with the common interest of skydiving. Even if you’ve never skydived before, but you’re interested in doing a tandem or started on your solo skydiving license, feel free to contact us!
Description: Darby Pet Lovers is a support group for those stationed at or near Camp Darby that have pets, are thinking of adopting/rescuing pets, or willing and able pet sitters. We collect and share information on how to adopt or rescue, PCS in or out, or simply travel around Europe with our animals. There is a lot of great information on English speaking vets, 24 hour emergency vets, where to buy pet food, toys, or anything else you need for your four-legged loved ones. If you need someone to watch your pet while you get away, we also help each other with pet/housesitting. With no available on-base vet, we are on our own to discover how to care for our pets, this site will ease that struggle by collecting all the information you will need in one place! Meets: Varies Contact: MSgt Adam Albrecht DSN 633-8813
Description:
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.
Meets:
Meetings are held weekly, usually at the High School Drama Classroom. Meetings are posted on the Aviano String Ensemble Facebook page.
Meets: Various times and places
POCs: MSgt Venerando Caoile and TSgt Charles McCrorie @ 632-8828/8829
Calling all the nerds stationed in Camp Darby!!! We created this group to bring together people with common interest. So if you are into all types of gaming, anime, movies, comic books, PC builds this group is for you!
Meets: 6pm-8pm on odd Thursdays of each month on the high school stage.
POC: Julie.rose.esther@gmail.com
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/
POC: Keshia King, lividexpression@gmail.com, +39-348-454-4891
A group accepting amateur to professional photographers of all ages. Offers regular classes and meet ups to shoot a new theme every month. Models, make up artists, costume designers and more are welcome to join and network for projects. Offer volunteer opportunities through base events.
Meets: At the Community Center on Mondays
POC: D'Andre J Carter
Jah'mar Moore
Meets: Various times and places POC: Capt Joseph Feerst, 632-1591
Meets: Various times and places POC: SSgt Austin Harvill, 632-7555
Gamers of every breed, nerds of all nations, this group is for you. Whether an anime aficionado, gamer geek, movie marathon, or a total book bro, everyone here is definitely of a like mind. I created this group so we could interact with one another, since as a community we are very reclusive. So let's strike up a D&D campaign, or Misty 3K that Godzilla reboot. Let's throw a house party and argue about who would win, Thor or Captain Marvel. I want us to come out of our custom-made ergonomic gaming chairs, to peel away from our newest 49271-inch dual screen, 60+ FPS monitors and maybe meet someone new.
Meets: Once a month
Do you want to get rich? Well, join the club! Here at the Finance Club, we
accumulate information and share strategies on money-making ventures (i.e.
Real Estate, Day Trading, etc.). In areas where networking is key and
knowledge is power, we have the opportunity to become truly wealthy. So, do
you want to get rich quick? Then go somewhere else! This club is for those
who want to get rich the right way!
bennie.cooper@us.af.mil
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
Family oriented team that welcomes all who wish to learn.
Meets: Practice every Sunday, 4 p.m. at Field 5. Game times vary POC: 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 places POCs: 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.
Brazialian Jiu Jitsu meets: Tuesday and Thursday from 14:00-14:45 for 4-5 year olds & 15:00-16:00 for 6yr.+
POC: Andrea, +393478745605, Stoppa2@virgilio.it
Karate Kyokushinkai and Brazilian jiu jitsu are taught at the Wyvern Gym.
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!
POC: Staff Sgt. Trevor McClelland, 632-5164
M.E.T.A.L. is a resiliency building, reoccurring activity that provides a fun, safe, and inclusive environment for Big “A” Airmen to play Nerf gun games. It is designed to bring people together, build relationships, increase morale, and create opportunities to network with multiple people.
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/