BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 34 …

1 AIR FORCE INSTRUCTION 34-266. BY ORDER OF THE SECRETARY . OF THE AIR FORCE 25 SEPTEMBER 2018. Services FITNESS, SPORTS, AND WORLD. CLASS ATHLETE PROGRAM. COMPLIANCE WITH THIS PUBLICATION IS MANDATORY. ACCESSIBILITY: Publications and forms are available on the e-Publishing website at for downloading or ordering RELEASABILITY: There are no releasability restrictions on this publication OPR: HQ USAF/A1 SOS Certified by: SAF/MR. (Mr. Daniel R. Sitterly). Supersedes: AFI 34-271, 30 August 2018; Pages: 48. AFI 34-266, 8 December 2014;. AFI 34-277, 7 June 2011. This INSTRUCTION implements Department of Defense INSTRUCTION (DoDI) , Military morale , Welfare, and recreation Programs, DoDI , Armed Forces Participation in National and International Sports Activities, Air FORCE Policy Directive (AFPD) 34-1, Air FORCE Services, and AFPD 34-2, Managing Nonappropriated Funds.

2 In collaboration with the Chief of the Air FORCE Reserve (AF/RE) and the Director of the Air National Guard (NGB/CF), the Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel, and Services (AF/A1) develops personnel policy for the Air FORCE Fitness, Sports, and World Class Athlete Program. This publication may be supplemented at any level; all MAJCOM level supplements must be approved by the Human Resource Management Strategic Board (HSB) prior to certification and approval. This publication covers the Air FORCE (AF) fitness and sports program, discusses athletes of world-class caliber obtaining the opportunity to train for national and international sports competitions, and explains qualifications and procedures for awarding United States Air FORCE Excellence in Competition badges as well as the Distinguished International Shooter badge.

3 This INSTRUCTION applies to all regular component, Air National Guard, and AF Reserve members participating in AF fitness and sports, world class athlete, and shooting programs. Ensure all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this publication are maintained in accordance with Air FORCE Manual 33-363, Management of Records, and disposed of in accordance with the Air FORCE Records Disposition Schedule located in the Air FORCE Records Information Management System. Refer recommended changes and questions about this publication to the OPR using AF Form 847, Recommendation for Change of 2 AFI34-266 25 SEPTEMBER 2018.

4 Publication; route AF Form 847s from the field through the appropriate functional chain of command. Submit requests for waivers through the chain of command to the appropriate Tier waiver approval authority, or alternately, to the Publication OPR for non-tiered compliance items. The use of the name or mark of any specific manufacturer, commercial product, commodity, or service in this publication does not imply endorsement by the AF. This publication requires the collection and or maintenance of information protected by the Privacy Act of 1974 authorized by Title 10 United States Code Section 8013, SECRETARY of the Air FORCE .

5 SUMMARY OF CHANGES. This document has been revised and must be completely reviewed. It reflects the standup of AF. Installation and Mission Support Center and associated points of contact, roles, and responsibilities changes. In addition, policy for the world class athlete and shooting programs has been incorporated. Chapter 1 PROGRAM OVERVIEW 5. Program Mission.. 5. Program Eligibility .. 5. Funding Fitness and Sports Programs: .. 6. Chapter 2 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 8. Roles and Responsibilities.. 8. Air FORCE Services Directorate (AF/A1S): .. 8. Air FORCE Installation and Mission Support Center (AFIMSC): .. 8. Chief, National Guard Bureau.

6 8. Air FORCE Services Activity Commander:.. 8. AFSVA Fitness and Sports Branch: .. 9. Headquarters Air FORCE Personnel Center Directorate of Personnel Program Management and Directorate of Assignments (AFPC/DPP/DPA): .. 10. Warner Robins Air Logistics Center Small Arms Program Office and the Air FORCE Gunsmith Shop: .. 10. The Commander, National Guard Marksmanship Training Center:.. 11. Installation Commander:.. 11. FORCE Support Squadron Commander or Director: .. 11. Sustainment Services Flight Commander: .. 12. Fitness and Sports Manager: .. 12. AFI34-266 25 SEPTEMBER 2018 3. Fitness and Sports Advisory Council: .. 13.

7 Athlete/Participant in Higher Level Competition: .. 13. Participating World Class Athlete: .. 13. Air FORCE Shooting Team 14. Air FORCE Shooting Team Members: .. 15. Chapter 3 FITNESS AND SPORTS CENTERS 16. Fitness and Sports Center Standards: .. 16. Table Age 18. Fitness and Sports Center Staff and Training.. 19. Facilities, Equipment, and Supplies.. 21. Fitness Center Programs: .. 23. Sports Programs: .. 25. Table Sports Programs.. 27. Table Varsity Sports Financial Support.. 28. Fitness and Sports Center Services: .. 29. Table Core Services.. 30. Table Enhanced Services (See Notes).. 31. Fitness and Sports Center Emergency Preparedness, Health and Safety.

8 32. Medical Emergencies: .. 32. Chapter 4 WORLD-CLASS ATHLETE PROGRAM 34. Statutory Authority: .. 34. Application Procedures.. 34. Participation and Service Commitments.. 34. Assignment Procedures.. 35. Duty Location.. 35. Removal from Program.. 36. Transportation.. 36. Travel Orders and Per Diem.. 36. 4 AFI34-266 25 SEPTEMBER 2018. Chapter 5 SHOOTING PROGRAM AND EXCELLENCE IN COMPETITION 37. The Shooting Program .. 37. Shooting Teams .. 37. Air FORCE Shooting Program Munitions Management.. 38. Shooting Program Ammunition: .. 38. Dress and Personal Appearance: .. 38. Acceptance of Awards: .. 38. After-Match and Cumulative Cost Summary.

9 38. Excellence in Competition: .. 39. Attachment 1 GLOSSARY OF REFERENCES AND SUPPORTING INFORMATION 43. Attachment 2 US NATIONAL GOVERNING BODIES 47. AFI34-266 25 SEPTEMBER 2018 5. Chapter 1. PROGRAM OVERVIEW. Program Mission. AF fitness and sports, world class athlete, and shooting programs provide military communities with resources, programs, and opportunities for active, healthy lifestyle choices. Active lifestyles increase productivity, optimize the health of Airmen, and enhance the level of mission readiness. These opportunities support the physical and mental well- being of participants, buffering the negative effects of stress and fostering resilience in Airmen and their families.

10 Program Eligibility Fitness and Sports Centers: AFI 34-101, Air FORCE morale , Welfare, and recreation (MWR) Programs and Use Eligibility, outlines program participation priorities for morale , welfare, and recreation programs. For Fitness and Sports Centers, active duty members have priority over family members. World Class Athlete Program: This program provides a means for military personnel approved as world class athletes to train for, attend, and participate in Pan American games, Conseil International du Sport Militaire, Olympic games, other qualifying forums, and preparatory competitions. Regular AF, AF Reserve, and Air National Guard (ANG).