Safe, Supervised, and Family-Friendly Fitness
Army MWR Fitness Centers welcome Families while ensuring a safe workout environment for all patrons. Age policies help maintain safety and appropriate equipment use.
Age Guidelines
USAG Stuttgart local policy states:
USAG Stuttgart, Family & MWR Fitness Center Age Policy (AR 215-1)
Youth use. All participants are expected to conduct themselves in a reasonable, responsible, and prudent manner in accordance with facility rules and regulations. Youth may use adult indoor physical fitness centers only under the following provisions:
- Soldier programs must not be displaced.
- Children 12 years old & under may not use mechanical cardiovascular equipment, or strength, sauna, or steam rooms or jacuzzi areas at any time.
- As a Family member, children and youth (15 years old and under), not otherwise prohibited in paragraph 8–20d(2), must be actively participating in the same activity and under the direct supervision of a parent or guardian. Ages 13-15 may utilize basketball courts and racquetball courts without parent/guardian supervision.
- Youth must be a participant in a special program, organized & conducted by CYS, schools, or other authorized youth organizations.
- Children of kindergarten age & older will use gender appropriate showers, locker rooms & bathrooms.
16 and Older
Full access to all fitness areas without supervision
13-15 Years Old
Allowed with direct supervision by a parent/guardian actively participating in the same activity
12 and Under
Not permitted in cardio, weight, or sauna areas unless attending a designated youth program
CYS Youth Fitness Programs
CYS provides a variety of structured fitness programs for kids and teens.