The Naval Station Norfolk Fleet Readiness division encompasses Morale, Welfare and Recreation, or MWR programs, Child & Youth Programs, as well as Food Service Galleys. MWR programs include fitness and sports, clubs & catering, movie theaters, libraries, golf courses, bowling centers, marinas and outdoor recreation, the single sailor/liberty program, information, tickets and travel, recreational lodging, special events and deployed forces support. By providing quality support services to active duty, reserve and retired personnel and their family members, these programs contribute to the retention, readiness, and mental, physical and emotional well being of our Sailors and their families.
Where: Sailing Center & Marina, LAG-77
When: Wednesday through Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Information: FREE hour-long cruise Get an introduction into the world of sailing while enjoying yourself out ton the water. Call 444-2918 for more information & to reserve your place onboard!
paddle your way to fitness
Where: Sailing Center & Marina, LAG-77 When: Now through October 15, 2013 Information: Unlimited one hour kayak and paddle board rentals for as little as $10 per month when you join the Paddle for Fitness Club. Register in person or call 444-2918.
Click here to view promotional video.
free bowling
Where: Pierside Lanes, Bldg. CEP-127
When:
Last Monday of every month Information: Come in uniform and bowl FREE on the last Monday of every month from
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information, call 451-0600.
bowling family fun pak
Where: Pierside Lanes, Bldg. CEP-127 When: Ongoing Information: Get two games of bowling, shoe rental, one large pizza and a pitcher of soda for $30. Offer not valid during Friday and Saturday night extreme bowling.
Call 451-0600 for more information.
Fleet Readiness Directory of Facilities
MWR Recreation & Dining
Auto Skill Center
MWR/NEX Auto Center
Location: 1st Ave & West D St., Bldg. U-126 Phone: (757) 444-1130 Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.
Holiday, closed
Amenities/Information: This partnership is the first of its kind in the metro area and has enabled the sharing of resources to provide our sailors with several more options when it comes to car repairs. To better service our sailors NEX and MWR now share 15 Bays, seven days a week. In addition to MWR and NEX sharing facility usage, the new partnership provides improved services and opportunities along with a new retail store. Experience first-hand how the “New and Improved” NEX/MWR AutoCenter can help assits with your vehicle repair needs.
Now offering access to Mitchell on demand repair information (via computer), part order and delivery services, bay reservation options, ability to request assistance from the NEX full service mechanics, general vehicle maintenance services. back to top of page
Bowling - Pierside Lanes
Location: B Ave., Bldg. CEP-127 Phone: (757) 451-0600 Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Friday, 10 a.m. to midnight
Saturday, noon to midnight
Sunday, 1 to 7 p.m. Amenities: Pierside Lanes offer bowling for your recreational pleasure. Pierside Lanes support league action and are open daily. Amenities include a pro shop, internet access and snack bar. Rent the bowling facility for just about any occasion including, children’s birthday parties, re-enlistments, command functions and or private party. In addition to ongoing specials, listed below, the bowling center is generally open on holidays and offers special discounts during these times. Pierside Lanes Ongoing Bowling Specials back to top of page
BREEZY POINT OFFICER'S CLUB
Location: 9080 Fifth Ave., Bldg. SP-45 Phone: (757) 444-1111 All Hand Lunch:
Monday - Friday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Weekends & Holidays, closed Information:
Breezy Point is a spectacular building with a large outside deck and a history dating back over 100 years. Come join us for lunch and chose from our versatile menu prepared in our kitchen or from our buffet with over 30 items. To-go orders are welcome for menu items only. Parties & Event Planning:
Breezy Point Officer's Club offers separate dining rooms for larger parties or special events. Reservations are recommended. Breezy Point All Hands Lunch Buffett Menu Breezy Point All Hands Lunch Cooked To Order & To Go Lunch Menu Catering & Conferencing Guide back to top of page
VISTA POINT CATERING & CONFERENCING CENTER Location: 1754 Massey Hughes Dr., Bldg. Q-88 Phone: (757) 489-2890 Hours of operation:
Scheduled events only Information:
Vista Point is a spacious facility located on the Chesapeake bay. With four rooms and a beautiful deck it can accommodate a party of 10 or for larger groups, up to 450 people. Whether you are getting married, have a command function, conference or any other special occasion, let Vista Point cater your special event. Our professional staff can offer several food and beverage packages to support all your needs. Catering & Conferencing Guide back to top of page
THIMBLE SHOALS PUB Location: 1741 Dillingham Blvd., Bldg. A-52 Phone: (757) 444-6320 Hours of operation:
Monday - Friday, 3:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Small party reservations available outside normal hours of operation. Call for more information. Information:
Thimble Shoals Pub is your place to relax and unwind. We are one of Naval Sation Norfolk best kept secrets, located inside Truxtun Hall (A-52) and in between Maryland Ave. and Bacon Ave. Thimble Shoals Pub is open to all hands. Thimble Shoals Flyer (includes map location of pub) back to top of page
BELLISSIMO EXPRESSO CAFE Location:9475 Bacon Ave., Bldg. C-9 Phone: (757) 444-4033 Hours of operation:
Monday - Thursday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday, noon to 10 p.m.
Sunday, noon to 9 p.m.
Holidays, noon to 7 p.m. Information:
We proudly brew Strarbucks Coffee back to top of page
SPINZ HAND CRAFTED FOOD SNACK BAR Location: B Ave., Bldg. CEP-127 Phone: (757) 451-0600 Hours of operation:
Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Friday, 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Saturday, noon to 11:30 p.m. back to top of page
Information, Tickets & Travel
Location: NEX Mall Complex, Bldg. CD-13 Phone: (757) 445-6663 Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to noon
Sunday & Holidays, closed back to top of page
WIND & SEA RECREATION CENTER at C-9
Location: 9475 Bacon Ave., Bldg. C-9 Phone: (757) 444-4033 Hours of Operation:
Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Friday, 11 a.m. to midnight
Saturday, noon to midnight
Sunday,
noon to 11 p.m. Information & Amenities:
* Wi-Fi internet
* Snack Bar
* Quarterly holiday/theme parties
* Liberty trip sign up
* Pool tables
* Ping Pong table
* Individual TV viewing area
* PS3, Xbox, & Xbox360, Wii with a large game library
* UFC & WWE, NFL, March Madness pay per view events
* Large theater room with 800+ titles from Navy Motion Picture Service
* Regular tournaments including Texas Hold 'em, Pool and on Gaming systems
WIND & SEA RECREATION CENTER AT Q-80
Location: 1910 Decatur Ave., Bldg. Q-80 (second deck) Phone: (757) 444-1216 Hours of operation:
Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 1 to 9 p.m. Amenities:
* Internet Computers
* Wi-Fi internet
* Gaming computers
* Tournament Tuesday
* Pool tables
* Ping Pong tables
* Individual TV viewing area
* PS3,& Xbox360, Wii with a large game library
* Sound Room with instruments provided
* Movie theater room with 800+ titles from Navy Motion Picture Service Wind & Sea Monthly Liberty Calendar 2013 Liberty Trips back to top of page
Wind & Surf Internet Café at C-9
Location: Building C-9, Second deck, 9475 Bacon Avenue Phone: (757) 444-2888 Hours of operation:
Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Friday, 11 a.m. to midnight
Saturday, noon to midnight
Sunday noon to 11 p.m. back to top of page
Year round docking for privately owned boats for vessels up to 48 feet in length. A fixed pier is $5.75 per foot, per month and a floating pier is $6.50 per foot, per month. Transient Docking available for $1.50 per foot per night. Boat ramp passes available for $5 a day or $40 a year. Please contact us for more information.
Requirements for slip rental: must be active duty, retired military or DoD civilian; have proof of insurance, registration/documentation, Coast Guard safety inspection, and a credit card to be used for automatic debit payments.
Please view the click on the links above for the latest Naval Station Norfolk Sailing Center & Marina brochures, newsletters, camps, calendars and rentals.
Sailing Center has the following boats for rent:
Kayaks and Kayak Trailers - Singles, doubles and fishing kayaks with GPS units
Dinghy Sailboats - Lasers, 420s, Hobie Waves, Knockabouts and Hunter 170s
Keelboats - Colgate 26s, Catalina 310 and Hunter 260
Powerboats - 19-foot Carolina Skiffs, Triumph 170s, Bayliner 180s and Tahoe Q4s. * Qualifications are required for renting. Please call for information and prices. Prices are subject to change.
Phone: (757) 444-8686 Hours of operation:
Closed for 2013 back to top of page
MWR Fitness & Sports
N-24 Gymnasium
Location: Gilbert Street Phone: (757) 444-0629 Hours of Operation:
Monday trhough Friday, 5 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Weekends, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Holidays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fitness, Sports & Aquatics Guide includes (ongoing group exercise schedule, captain's cup calendar, run schedule) back to top of page
CEP-58 - McCormick Sports Center
Location: B Avenue (just inside Gate 5 ) Phone: (757) 445-4691 Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday, 5 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Weekends, closed Fitness, Sports & Aquatics Guide includes (ongoing group exercise schedule, captain's cup calendar, run schedule) back to top of page
Q-80 - Waterfront Athletic Complex
Location: 1910 Decatur Avenue Phone: (757) 444-1267 Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday, 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Weekends, 1 to 9 p.m.
Holidays, noon to 7 p.m. Fitness, Sports & Aquatics Guide includes (ongoing group exercise schedule, captain's cup calendar, run schedule) back to top of page
MB-43 - Gymnasium
Location: 1330 Piersey Street Phone: (757) 444-2300 Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday, 5 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Weekends, closed
Holidays, closed Fitness, Sports & Aquatics Guide includes (ongoing group exercise schedule, captain's cup calendar, run schedule) back to top of page
Information GuideInformation Guide includes facility hours of operation, ongoing group exercise schedule, captains cup schedule and regional run schedule
