Physical Fitness Centers

Indoor soccer tournament

The Fort Bliss indoor soccer team will host an indoor soccer tournament February 4-5 at Biggs Gym. The tournament is open to all teams, both military and from the surrounding community.

Each team is guaranteed three games. The top two teams will receive team trophies. The tournament will follow a group play into single elimination bracket format.

Registration costs $200 per team and closes January 31. To register, or to learn more, call (915) 241-4382.

Fire Brand Boot Camp at Ironworks Gym

Do you need a kick in the pants to reach your fitness goals? Join the fitness professionals at Ironworks Gym for the Fire Brand Boot Camp, and see results through functional training. Ironworks Gym is located at Bldg. T20700 Anzio Way on East Fort Bliss.

The six-week course meets from 6-7 p.m. each Tuesday and Thursday from February 7-March 15. Registration costs $60 per person and is open to individuals age 18 and older. There must be at least eight participants registered to hold the program. Register at the Soto Gym Juice Bar by Monday, February 6. For more information, call 744-5785.

Border Rumble boxing smoker

Family and MWR Sports and El Paso Golden Gloves present the Border Rumble boxing smoker Friday, February 10 at Stout Gym. Bouts will begin at 6 p.m. Spectators are welcome and entry is free.

Active-duty Military with five or fewer amateur fights can participate. Both male and female participants are welcome.  A bout will consist of three, one-minute rounds. Sixteen-ounce gloves will be used in the lighter weight classes and 18-ounce gloves for all other weight classes. Bouts will be determined after weigh-ins. The event is sanctioned by the USA Boxing Border Association.

Participants need to complete all requirements before allowed to fight. Requirements include recent physical, pre-fight physical and a sworn statement that Soldier has five or fewer amateur fights signed by commanding officer. Weigh-ins will take place Thursday, February 9 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Stout Gym.

To learn more, call (915) 744-5793 or (915) 744-5800.

Army Strong Wrestling

Are you a wrestler? Join the Army Strong Wrestling Team offered through Team Bliss Sports and Fitness. Registration is now open and the season begins Monday, February 27.

Army Strong Wrestling is open to active-duty military. Practices will be held at 6 p.m. each Monday at Soto Gym, with additional locations to be announced.

To learn more, call (915) 744-5800.

Therapeutic yoga session

Clear stress from your body and mind during a special therapeutic yoga session offered by Team Bliss Sports and Fitness.

The class costs $15 per person and will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, February 29 at Stout Gym. There are 20 seats available.

Instructor Mega Sullivan DeRosa will teach participants to support deep healing and improved well-being while giving their bodies the gift of a mini retreat. Therapeutic yoga is a blend of restorative poses, gentle yoga, breat awareness and guided meditation that encourages your body to release and your mind to open.

To learn more, call (915) 744-5785.

Spring Open Softball League

The Team Bliss Sports and Fitness Spring Open Softball League will being play Saturday, March 3. A mandatory coaches meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Wednesday, February 22 at Soto Gym.

The league is open to active-duty military, family members 18 and older (with military ID), retirees and DoD/DA civilians. Registration costs $225 per team. All teams are guaranteed a minimum of eight games. All games are played on Saturday.

To learn more, call (915) 744-5790.

Civilian Fitness Program applications due March 9

The Civilian Fitness Program is an opportunity for Army civilians to develop and continue healthy lifestyle changes. The six-month, structured program is open only to civilian employees of Fort Bliss.

The six-month program begins Monday, March 26 and involves pre- and post-program fitness assessments and one-hour workouts three times a week. Guidance will be provided on exercise program design, nutrition, and aerobics, but the actual program will be determined by the participants. Group fitness classes offered include TRX, gravity, yoga, pilates, spin and more, all on a rotating schedule.

Click here to download the application packet, or pick one up at the front desk of Stout PFC. Completed packets must be returned no later than Friday, March 9 to Doug Briggs in Room 111 at Stout Gym. Late applications WILL NOT be accepted. For more information call 568-6458.

Women's Volleyball League

The Team Bliss Sports Women's Volleyball League will begin play the week of March 12. The league is open to active-duty Soldiers, family members 18 and older, and DoD/DA civilians.

Registration is free for active-duty military and costs $15 for all others. All teams are guaranteed a minimum of eight games. All games are played Saturday at Biggs Gym.

There will be a mandatory coaches meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 7 at Soto Gym.

To learn more, call (915) 744-2444.

St. Patty's Day 6-Mile Race

Lace up your running shoes and be sure to wear green when you take part in the St. Patty's Day 6-Mile Race at 8 a.m. Saturday, March 17 at Soto Gym, located at Bldg. 20751 Constitution Drive on East Fort Bliss.

The 6-Mile Saint Patty's Day Run is open to all, including the El Paso community. The first 200 runners registered will receive T-shirts. The first 100 registered are guaranteed sizes.

Age groups are 19-under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49 and 50-over. Early registration is now open at both Stout and Soto Gyms and online at www.active.com. Early registration is free for active-duty military assigned to Fort Bliss and costs $20 for all other runners. Early registration closes Wednesday, March 14. Late registration will be held on-site from 7-7:50 a.m. the day of the event. Late registration costs and additional $10 per runner.

The St. Patty's Day 6-Mile Race is generously sponsored by USAA.

To learn more, call (915) 744-5790.

Open Flag Football League

The Team Bliss Sports and Fitness Open Flag Football League will begin play Monday, March 19. A mandatory coaches meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 13 at Soto Gym.

The league is open to active-duty military, family members 18 and older (with military ID), retirees and DoD/DA civilians. Registration costs $200 per team. All teams are guaranteed a minimum of six games.

To learn more, call (915) 744-5790.

Intramural volleyball league

The Team Bliss Sports and Fitness Intramural Volleyball League begins play the week of March 19. Registration begins March 1. A mandatory coaches meeting will be held at 6 p.m. March 14 at Soto Gym.

The league is part of the Commander's Cup competition and is open to active-duty military assigned to Fort Bliss only. Players must play with their units.

To learn more, call (915) 744-5800.

Intramural soccer league

The Team Bliss Sports and Fitness Intramural Soccer League begins play the week of March 19. Registration begins March 1. A mandatory coaches meetings will be held at 6 p.m. March 12 at Soto Gym.

The league is part of the Commander's Cup competition and is open to active-duty military assigned to Fort Bliss only. Players must play with their units. To learn more, call (915) 744-5793.

Army Strong Freestyle Wrestling Tournament

Team Bliss Sports and Fitness will host the Army Strong Freestyle Wrestling Tournament Saturday, March 24 at Soto Gym. Weigh-ins begin at 8 a.m. and matches begin at 9 a.m.

The tournament is open to all wrestlers ages 8 and up. Registration costs $10 per wrestler.

Medals will be awarded to first- through fourth-place finishers in each division. All competitors age 10 and under will receive medals.

To learn more, call 744-5800.

10K Post Championship

The Fort Bliss Intramurals 10K Post Championship will take place at 6:30 a.m. Friday, April 6 at Soto Gym on East Fort Bliss. On-site registration begins at 5:30 a.m. the day of the event.

The 10K run is open to all military ID holders and DoD/DA civilians. Registration is free for active-duty military assigned to Fort Bliss and costs $10 for all others. Age groups are 19 and under, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, and 50 and over.

This is a Commander's Cup event. Only active-duty results contribute to Commander's Cup standings.

To learn more, call (915) 744-5790.

Fort Bliss combatives team tryouts

Fort Bliss and the 1st Armored Division is currently forming its combatives team to compete at the Army championships. All skill and experience levels are welcome to train and try out for the team. Training takes place at the installation combatives facility, Bldg. A493, from 6-7:30 a.m. each Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Other training times are available for those unable to attend these sessions. The team travels to compete in both civilian and military tournaments. For more information call 744-2467. We are also on Facebook at www.facebook.com/fortblisscombatives.

Unit PT Reservations

Effective immediately, all Unit PT Reservations for Spinning and Group Exercise will be done at the front desk of Stout Gym. When making reservations, you must provide the following information: 

1. Type of PT requested, i.e., Spinning or Group Exercise
2. Unit name
3. Number of participants
4. Contact information

If your unit is not in the requested room by 6 a.m., your reservation is CANCELLED and will open it up to anyone present. All 6 - 7 a.m. classes are for Soldiers in PT Gear. This includes our spinning program, as well as group exercise program which is held in the aerobics room. If the class is not full, the priority goes to active duty Soldiers, then dependents of active duty Soldiers, and then to civilians.  The class instructor has final say on all class related issues.

Please call 568-3264 or stop by the front desk to make your reservation.  Reservations need to be made one week in advance and may not be made for more than two weeks at a time.