Aviano Air Base  Child and Youth Services

The Teen Center is located in Area One. Inside the Teen Center, teens can enjoy the X-Box, pool tables, movie screen, air hockey and Foosball. There is also a Computer Room with Internet access. All youth must have a current physical on file and up to date immunizations prior to registration.

Our Teen Center also offers a Teen Sponsorship program that makes the transition to Italy easier. Click on our link to access the teen interest survey. After your teen completes the survey, we'll use their answers to match them up with an Aviano teen who shares similar interests and hobbies. Our Aviano teen sponsors will then reach out via email to describe their Aviano experience and answer any questions your teen may have!

Please send your survey to the Aviano Youth Program's Facebook page as an attachment in a private message.

We offer a variety of opportunities for youth to develop their physical, social, emotional and cognitive abilities and to experience achievement, leadership, enjoyment, friendship and recognition. 

School Age Care -- For youth in Kinder-6th grade. This program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA) and provides care before and after school and all day on non-school days. This program provides a safe, supervised, healthy, age appropriate environment for youth.

The Youth Center (AYP) offers instructional classes, open recreation, fit factor, school age program and access to many other indoor and outdoor facilities.

Open Recreation -- For youth ages 9-12 and in the Teen Center for teens ages 13-18, we offer Boys & Girls Club and 4-H programs, field trips and activities after school, expanded hours and programs during non-school days.

Instructional Classes -- Ballet, Dance, Karate, Instrumental lessons and Cheernastics. All youth must have up to date immunizations to attend the programs.

We offer basketball, baseball/softball, soccer, and flag football for youth ages 5-15. We also offer t-ball, smart start basketball, football and soccer for youth ages 3-4. All youth must have a current physical on file and up to date immunizations prior to registration. Volunteer coaches are always needed!

For more information on any of our Youth Programs, contact the Youth Programs Director at DSN 314-632-7575 or view the various programs on the Youth Programs website.

FitFamily -- This is an online program for families to develop a healthy lifestyle. Goal tracker allows for participation in physical activities, eating healthy and doing household chores.

While off base you can go sight-seeing, or you can take advantage of Italy's incredible shops and name-brand stores. The closest mall is in Portoguaro, but it is not your typical mall (it's much smaller). The best local place to go shopping is in Pordenone where there are hundreds of little shops and specialty stores. The buildings and products in Italy are different than those in the States, but it won't be long before you begin to appreciate their unique styles and products. You will love it!

One of the best things about being an American living in Italy is that you can enjoy both cultures and experience the best of both worlds. Get out and be adventuresome!