(Current as of 11 September, 2020)

Based on the guidance from the DeCA, Joint Base Charleston Commissary has rescinded two COVID-19 measures.

1. Guests are now permitted to accompany authorized patrons in the commissary.
2. 100% ID checks are no longer required. EXCEPTION: The Naval Weapons Station commissary will continue with 100% ID checks.

Please continue to practice the prevention measures already in place such as, face coverings, proper hygiene, and social distancing.

New Updates:

• Starting September 8, the Air Base fitness center is open to Active-Duty, Reserve, Guard, & DoD civilians Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Starting September 13, the Air Base fitness center is open to everyone Sunday (16 years and older) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Air Base side ONLY).
• Starting 8 Sep: Weapons Station (Sam's Fitness Center) is open to Active-Duty, Reserve, Guard, & DoD civilians Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Starting September 12, Sam’s Fitness Center is open to everyone Saturday (16 years and older) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Weapons Station side ONLY)
• Lodging Space-A Reservations – 1 September
  • Reservations for September and beyond can be made immediately

Regular Operations:

• Air Base Playgrounds
• Weapons Station Playgrounds
• Commissaries and Exchanges - open normal hours to all eligible patrons
  • DECA requires face coverings in all Commissary facilities
• AAFES Food Services - open normal hours to all eligible patrons - continued carry-out services with reintroduction of limited dine-in seating
• AAFES Charley’s: Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun Closed
• AAFES Subway: Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
• NEX Food Services open normal hours to all eligible patrons - continued carry-out services
• NEX Wayback Burger: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. daily
• NEX Subway: Mon-Sat 8 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun 9 a.m.-10 p.m.
• NEX Panda Express: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. daily
• NEX Blimpie: open 24 hrs daily
• NEX Café at NPTU: 6 a.m.-2 p.m. daily (carry-out services only)
• NEX Bald Monkey: Tue-Fri 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat-Sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Weapons Station Galley (eligible patrons) – continue normal operations
• Hunt privatized housing maintenance - routine maintenance services returned
  • Mon-Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m. – Note: Community center doors will be locked, one person in the office at a time and must wear protective face covering to enter
• Balfour Beatty privatized housing - routine maintenance services resumed
  • Office hours: Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. – Note: Office doors are locked, but staff is available to support customers and can be reached by phone or email
• Air Base and Weapons Station Golf Courses - (all eligible patrons)
  • Normal golf operations daily for both Air Base and Weapons Station; 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
• Motorcycle Safety Course - (all eligible patrons)
  • Register on ESAMS or through your motorcycle safety rep
• Air Base Chapel
  • Catholic Service: 0900
  • Protestant Service: 1100
• Weapons Station Chapel
  • Catholic Service: 1200
  • Protestant Service: 1000

Limited Operations:

• Air Base Dining Facility – Limited dine-in services
• Education Center - Mon-Fri 0800-1500
• Air Base and Weapons Station Libraries
  • Mon-Fri 1000-1500
• Parks/Picnic Areas (Mission Critical Only)
• Basketball courts (Mission Critical Only)
• Tennis courts (Mission Critical Only)
• Military and Family Readiness Center - continued virtual services; in-person appointments as needed
  • Appointment line: 843-963-8883
• Outdoor Recreation Center/Outdoor Adventure Center/ITT
  • ORC Mon-Fri 0900-1700; (843) 963-1672
  • OAC Mon-Fri 1100-1700; (843) 794-2120
  • Arts & Crafts in-person services
    • Mon-Fri 0900-1700; (843) 963-1936
  • Short Stay and Air Base/Weapons Station FAMCamps
  • Short Stay - Mon-Fri 0800-1700; (843) 743-2608
  • Air Base FAMCamp call Outdoor Recreation Center for reservations
    • Mon-Fri 0900-1700; (843) 963-1672
  • Weapons Station FamCamp call Outdoor Adventure Center for reservations
    • Mon-Fri 1100-1700; (843) 714-3992
  • Foster Creek Villas and FamCamp
    • Call Outdoor Adventure Center for reservations Mon-Fri 1100-1700; (843) 297-6317
  • Skeet Range
    • Sat-Sun 1400-1700, weather permitting
• Air Base and Weapons Station Golf Course Snack Bars - (all eligible patrons)
  • Air Base Snack Bar: 0700-0800; 1100-1300 - carry-out services only (grab and go available after hours)
  • Weapons Station Snack Bar: 0700-0800; 1100-1300 - carry-out services only (grab and go available after hours)
• Fitness Centers – (military members only - AD, Guard and Reserve) – showers/locker rooms remain closed per AF Guidance)
  • Starting September 8, the Air Base fitness center is open to Active-Duty, Reserve, Guard, & DoD civilians Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Starting September 13, the Air Base fitness center is open to everyone Sunday (16 years and older) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Air Base side ONLY).
  • Starting 8 Sep: Weapons Station (Sam's Fitness Center) is open to Active-Duty, Reserve, Guard, & DoD civilians Monday to Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Starting September 12, Sam’s Fitness Center is open to everyone Saturday (16 years and older) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Weapons Station side ONLY)
  • Eastside Fitness Center – Closed
  • All Fitness Center locations are closed Saturday and Sunday; after-hours access is not available; Showers, locker rooms and saunas are closed; please arrive in PT/workout gear; changing clothes inside Fitness Centers is not permitted; masks must be worn when social distancing (6ft) cannot be maintained; maximum room capacities will be enforced; see staff at each facility for equipment check-out availability
• AAFES Services (All eligible patrons)
  • Vista Optical Shop:
    • Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m.;
    • Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun Closed
  • Cleaners:
    • Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
• AAFES and Air Base Club Barbershops/Salons
  • AAFES Barbershop - Mon – Sat 1100-1600; Sun – Closed
  • AAFES Beauty Shop - Tue – Fri 1100-1600; Sat – Appointment Only; Sun-Mon – Closed
  • Air Base Club Barbershop – Mon – Fri 0900-1500, Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Auto Skills: By appointment only
    • 843-209-6525
    • Weapons Station Pool:
      • Tuesday-Friday: 6-7 a.m.; 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; 5-7 p.m. (Hours may vary based on training needs)
      • Usage is restricted to military members for fitness requirements (lap swim) and mission qualifications only. No participation fee.
    • Contact the pool for more information: 843-794-7156
    • Air Base and Weapons Station Bowling Center Snack Bars - Closed