Vance AFB Leadership Pathways Aug-Dec 2014

Classes offered on Tues & Thurs at the PDC or Fitness Center unless noted. More info: (580) 213-7709 Classes with a * counts as credit towards RTA training.

Leadership Pathways

Do you advise, supervise, mentor or teach? The Leadership Pathways

program offers classes and opportunities to enhance leadership skills at

all levels. Take classes with physical, mental, social and spiritual topics

and get ready to help yourself and others.

Participants will receive credit and recognition at the Squadron, Group

and Wing levels. Achievements can also be used for career progression

as well bullets, awards, and professional resumes for spouses.

Develop the leader in you in a relaxed and fun environment

Convenient, easy and simple . . . 25min – 1hr classes

Open to Active Duty (all ranks), Civilians and Spouses!

Contact

Vance Community Support Coordinator

Phone: (580) 213-7709

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.vanceconnect.com

Facebook: VanceConnect

Pathways

LEADERS ARE STRONG IN ALL ASPECTS OF LIFE.

THIS PROGRAM IS DESIGNED TO DEVELOP MILITARY LEADERS

THROUGH COMPREHENSIVE AIRMAN FITNESS.

AUG – DEC 2014

Leadership

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Program Credits/Incentives

Recognition at all Levels

1 Star – 8 Classes Squadron Certificate

2 Star – 13-16 Classes Group Certificate

3 Star – 20+ Classes Wing Certificate

RTA Certification

*Resilience Training Assistant (RTA)*

Earn credit towards RTA certification by

taking classes with a * next to them. Active

Duty, Civilians and Spouses eligible.

Certificate from 71 FTW

CAF Instructor Program

Any participant who reaches the 3 Star level will

have the opportunity to become an instructor in

the Comprehensive Airmen Fitness program.

Active Duty, Civilians and Spouses eligible.

Getting Started

To start, browse through courses in this catalog and select the ones that

interest you. To achieve 1 Star status, select at least 2 courses from each

Course Pillar: Social, Mental, Spiritual and Physical, attend those courses

and track your participation. That’s it!

After you have reached 1 Star status, you can take any course from any

Course Pillar as long as you take the amount needed. Simple and easy.

Resilience is Strength.

How Strong are you?

Register Scheduled Class

Spouses, Active Duty and Civilians register for classes online at: Vance

Connect Facebook. You can also view all class schedule at

www.vanceconnect.com

Make one-on-one Appointment

Can’t make a class because of your hectic schedule?

One-on-One classes are available for your convenience. All you need to do is

call the course POC found on the course calendar or online at VanceConnect

and work out the times from there, or call 213-7709.

Classes offered on Tues & Thurs unless noted

HP & Fitness Center Classroom (Bldg 316) In the Fitness Center PDC Auditorium (Bldg 455) Behind Teen Center

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Courses: Social

Habits of Healthy Marriages 8/21/2014 1200 - 1245

John Gottman revolutionized the study of marriage by using rigorous scientific procedures

to observe the habits of happily married couples. In this class, participants will learn the

positive interactions happy couples practice and four common key problems that can lead

to divorce.

Taking the Mystery Out of Mutual Funds 9/9/2014 1200-1300

This class will provide information about mutual funds, IRA’s and TSP along with

Managing Investment Risk Tolerance and Evaluating Performance.

Team Builders 101 9/30/2014 1200-1245

This is a hands on class; attendees will participate and learn how to use 8 different

team builder activities that can be brought to their workplace. Teambuilding kits can

be checked out from your Community Support Coordinator. The featured team

builders this class include: 8 Person Trolley, Treacherous Platform, Circular Team

Toss, Diversity Dots, The Cube, Spider web, 4 Way Tug of War and the Team

Running Man. Class held in the Fitness Center.

Credit Check (Free Credit Report) Walk In A&FRC

Come into the A&FRC and receive a free credit report and learn how to review it.

Session will also discuss what creditors are looking for and how to improve your

score.

Workplace Appreciation 10/7/2014 1200 - 1230

The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the workplace applies the love language concept

to the workplace. This class is based on the book, and will help supervisors and

managers effectively communicate appreciation and encouragement to their

employees, resulting in higher levels of job satisfaction, healthier relationships

between managers and employees, and decreased cases of burnout.

Managing the Millennial 10/14/2014 1200-1245

Dr. Alec Levenson’s research of over 40,000 employees, comparing Millennials to

Generation X, shows significant differences in their needs for flexibility, team cohesion,

and supervisor support and appreciation. Learn how to maximize your Millennials’

contributions, channel their energies, and maintain their focus for success.

1-2-3 Magic 10/21/2014 1200-1300

Come learn about this simple discipline technique for children ages 2 - 12 that will

get children to stop doing what you don't want them to do while encouraging good

behavior and strengthening your relationship.

Taking the Mystery Out of Car Buying 10/28/2014 1200-1300

Pick out your dream car, go to the dealer to see what “deal” they will offer you, get

financing through the dealer, and be upside-down on your car with a high-interest loan

the second you drive off the lot. Is this scenario in your future? Make sure it is not by

coming to this class to learn the proper steps to buying a car.

Communication Chaos 12/9/2014 1200-1245

Learn the 12 communication traps we all fall in on a daily basis. These traps Stop,

Hinder and Promote CHAOS in communication. They cause us to leave our thinking

brain and go to our emotional brain. When this happens the receivers stop receiving the

message and defenses start. Stop the traps in their tracks and become a leader in

communication.


Courses: Mental

The “Gold Standard” (4 Part Series) 11:30-12:30

Part 1 Part 2 Part 3 Part 4

26 Aug 18 Nov 3 Feb 12 May

Steps 1-3 Steps 4-6 Steps 7-9 Steps 10-12

We are not just going to learn about the Gold Standard, we are going to apply it! The

class will study the 12 key points from 2008 Olympic Team USA Coach K (Mike

Krzyzewski) on how to build a world-class team. This 4 part class will run thru fall 14’ and

the spring 15’. This course is meant to provide tools to use in the workplace, this is not

an endorsement series it is a skill builder series. Participants will review 3 steps each

quarter so that they may have time to apply them at their work place. Participants will

receive a “Gold Standard” kit to help them get started.

Habits of Happy People 8/28/2014 1200-1245

Can you choose to be happy? Happy people have developed specific strategies to cope

with life. Learn how to adapt some of these habits to enhance your life and elevate levels

of happiness.

The Balancing Act 9/16/2014 1200-1245

Are you struggling to find a balance in your work and personal life? Participants will learn

practical advice and strategies on how to deal with feelings of overload in life and ways to

work towards achieving balance

Goal Setting 9/25/2014 1200-1230

Bring positive changes into your life with the power of Goal Setting. Goal setting is a

tremendously powerful tool to enhance your quality of life. Goal Setting is a powerful tool

for: sport, health, learning, career, business and life in general. Attendees must be

prepared to begin goal setting in class and will receive a goal planner.

Positive Psychology 10/16/2014 1200 - 1245

Known as the father of the new science of positive psychology, Martin E.P. Seligman

draws on more than twenty years of clinical research to demonstrate how optimism

enhances the quality of life, and how anyone can learn to practice it. Learn the power of

positive thinking and how to apply it in your life and in the lives of those around you.

The Power of Organizing Your Life 11/4/14 1200 - 1235

Designed for those seeking organization, clarity and focus while achieving results in a

balanced manner. Attendees will receive a Life Coach-in-a-Book planner, like having your

own business and personal coach, mentor, and time-management expert by your side. A

valuable resource and key to a less hectic and less stressful life.

How to Fight Fairly 11/6/2014 1200 - 1245

Rule number 1, attend this class. Rule number 2, apply 12 easy, quick rules starting

now. These rules become skills, and when mastered create respect, rapport and

integrity. Fighting fairly is necessary in enhancing professional and personal

relationships. Start today!

Mindset Psychology of Success 11/20/2014 1200 - 1245

Learn about the World-renowned Stanford University psychologist Carol Dweck and his

idea of the power of our mindset. It’s not just our abilities and talent that bring us

success–but whether we approach them with a fixed or growth mindset. With the right

mindset, we can motivate ourselves, co-workers and family members, as well as reach

our own goals–personal and professional.


Courses: Spiritual

The 5 Love Languages of Teenagers 8/12/2014 1200-1245

It’s easy to tell when a teenager wants to be loved. Getting the message across is another

matter entirely. In addition to the obvious generation gap, many parents and children face a

sort of language barrier as well. The 5 Love Languages of Teenagers is an invaluable tool

for analyzing a teen’s love language and expressing your affections in an effective way.

The search for love in a teenager’s life can lead to disastrous results. But if you can speak

the right language, the difference can seem miraculous. http://www.5lovelanguages.com/

Make it Stick: The Art of Public Speaking 9/2/2014 1200-1245

Have you ever wanted to convey and idea and capture the hearts and minds of those who

the idea is directed? Learn techniques and strategies to enhance your public speaking

skills, motivate your audience and send a clear message. Story Tellers is not just about

public speaking, it is about conveying a message that sticks.

Purpose and Values 09/11/2014 1200-1230 Purpose and values provide us with a direction. As a leader it is important to identify yours

and develop it in others. This is a fun, hands on course; participants will learn how to

identify purpose and values and how to teach it to others.

The 5 Love Languages Military Edition - Couples 9/18/2014 1200-

1245

Simple and profound concept that will help military couples confidently grow closer through

the unique challenges they face. This class is hands on and participants will leave knowing

their love language and how to use it. Written by Dr Chapman (Author of the 5 Love

Languages) and Jocelyn Green (former military wife). Learn your partner’s primary love

language and how to speak it. http://www.5lovelanguages.com/

Thinking Smarter Not Harder 9/23/2014 1200-1245

Did you know there are 2 parts of the brain that are in conflict with each other:

creating hardship and thinking critically? Learn how the process works and how you

can manage it to think smarter not harder making workdays and personal life more

productive and enjoyable. Increase your mind power.

Everyday Healthy Habits for Women 10/03/2014 1200-1240

Having a career, raising children and maintaining a household can often lead to

stress, anxiety and exhaustion. Too often we have trouble eating well, making time

for relationships, relaxing, and sleeping. This lunch & learn will provide education and

support to enable you to make dietary and lifestyle changes to reduce symptoms of

chronic health conditions and learn to live a life that is flexible, fun and free of denial

and discipline. Come enjoy a relaxing experience with other ladies just like you!

Problem Solving Across Cultural Divides (NW/Mediator) 10/9/2014 1200-1300

This lunch and learn training will advance your problem-solving skills with integration

of cultural competence. The culturally aware and sensitive leader can effectively

create a safe environment for conflict resolution.

Discover Your Character Strengths 12/18/2014 1200-1240

Research shows that knowing and applying our unique character strength profile

increases our life satisfaction and well-being. The goal at the VIA Institute is to

provide a simple and effective way for each of us to learn more about ourselves and

our personalized pathways to happiness. Developing your character strengths can

have a significant impact on quality of life as well as a positive effect on relationships,

careers and personal growth. Start your journey here; Class is held at the

A&FRC Bldg 314.

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Courses: Physical

PREP-2-PASS 1 (Cardio) (25 min) 8/14/2014 1200-1230

This course focuses on the basic principles of running form, aerobic vs. anaerobic training,

and how to exercise to improve your cardiovascular health and excel on your fitness test.

One-on-One available.

Mindful Eating 8/19/2014 1130-1230

Mindful eating (ME) is paying attention to what we eat and being aware of the related

sensations and experience. Mindful eating is considered a critical component of weight

management. Participants will learn 4 steps to practice ME; how to identify hunger and

ways to incorporate ME in their daily lifestyle.

Healthy Children, Healthy Families 9/4/2014 1200-1230

Learn Fun and Innovative ways to incorporate fitness and health into your daily life.

Great tips/ideas from the experts!

Planning, Shopping & Cooking for Health (3 Part Course) Planning for Health at the HP Classroom 9/24/2014 1200-1300 & 1600-1700 Shopping for Health at the Commissary 10/1/2014 1200-1300 & 1600-1700 Cooking for Health at the HP Classroom 10/8/2014 1200-1300 & 1600-1700

Becoming a Health Promoter 10/2/2014 1200-1300

Health promotion is about making healthy choices and living a lifestyle that supports

personal goals. This course will review the factors influencing lifestyle related diseases

and explore the Performance Triad - nutrition, exercise and sleep. Participants will learn

tips for guiding others in promoting health.

PREP-2-PASS 2 (Strength) (25 min) 10/23/2014 1230-1300

This course focuses on push up and sit up performance during the fitness assessment. It

addresses general strength training principles to help you excel in your fitness and on your

fitness test. One-on-One available.

Motivational Interviewing 11/13/2014 1200-1300

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a communication approach designed to effect

behavior change. MI emphasizes both personal choice and responsibility. During

this participants will learn the Stages of Change and the 5 Principles of MI.

Flexibility 101 12/2/2014 1200-1300

"Stretching for injury prevention and improved sports performance is a

misunderstood area in exercise, fitness and sports" –Michael R. Bracko, FACSM

Attend Flexibility 101 to learn about different types of stretching, how stretching

can help or hurt you, and how stretching fits into your exercise and daily routine.

Healthy Weight 12/4/2014 1200-1300

The average American adult gains 1-2 pounds every year. This course explores

why this occurs and how to prevent it. Participants will understand nutrition

facts/label reading and how to control portions; review the pros and cons of

supplements and learn healthy strategies to reach weight goals.

Planning Health Behavior Change 12/11/2014 1200- 1300

Understanding and creating health behavior change requires knowledge of health

behavior theory, models and personal health related goals. Participants will explore

what motivates them and how to increase “enhancers” and reduce “barriers” to

change.

Exercise is Medicine 12/16/2014 1200-1230

Exercise is medicine and so much more! Learn the latest studies on how exercise

can help various ailments and illnesses.

Natural Running Clinic 1300-1500 Monthly Contact POC ext 6639

Natural Running (2 hours/credits) Participants will have their running form

analyzed, discuss the principles of natural running, running shoes & practice form

and strength drills. Participants will leave class with a diagnosis and plan to

improve their running form. Please wear athletic gear and running shoes. RSVP

as Class size is limited.


Courses: Vance Resilience Training

*Resilience Training Assistant Program Training*

This 3 day course is held quarterly. It is open to Active Duty, Reserve, Guard,

Civilians and Dependents. Attendees receive a certificate of completion once

they have completed the course. Graduates will assist in teaching others through

CC/Calls, Wingman Day, Peer to Peer teaching and more. This training is great

for professional development, bullets, and resumes! The goal of this class is to

introduce to the audience the definition of resilience, a foundation, skills to build

it and use it.

Training Dates Time Location

4-8 Sept 0800-1400 Fitness Center Classroom 13-15 Nov 0800-1400 Fitness Center Classroom

Air Force Resilience Boot Camp for Spouses (Key Spouse Class Approved) 2hr Class This 2 hour course streamlines the Top Rated Resilience Skills as reviewed by the Vance Community. The goal of this class is to introduce to the audience the foundation/definition of resilience, skills to build it and use it in boot camp style.

Sep 15 0900-1100 or 1730-1930 Fitness Center Classroom

Nov 17 0900-1100 or 1730-1930 Fitness Center Classroom

Courses for: MRT’s and RTA’s

Team Builders 101 MRT’s and RTA’s only

8/22/2014 0800-1000 in the Fitness Center Classroom

This is a hands on class showcasing team builder activities and teaching resilience

trainers how to use them for Wingman Day and in their squadron to boost unit

morale and cohesion. Teambuilding kits can be checked out from your Community

Support Coordinator. Featured team builders for this class include: 8 Person

Trolley, Treacherous Platform, Circular Team Toss, Diversity Dots, The Cube,

SpiderWeb, 4 Way Tug of War and the Team Running Man. Class held in the

Fitness Center.

Sleeping: Physiology Perspective – MRT’s and RTA’s only


This class will discuss the newest science and studies about sleeping. How to

improve sleep, why it is important and share the newest resources available to the

community to assist in these areas.

Learned Optimism – MRT’s and RTA’s only


This class is for members who have completed the master resilience trainer

course or the resilience training assistant course. Dr Martin E. Seligman is the

founder of Positive Psychology, one of the key concepts in the Air Force

resilience program. This class will review the main points of Learned Optimism to

enhance resilience trainer toolbox kits.


Social Class Name

POC Number Time

Dates

1. Habits of Healthy Marriages (580) 213-7419 1200-1245 8/21/2014

2. Mystery out of Mutual Funds (580) 213-6330 1200-1300 9/9/2014

3. Team Builders 101 (580) 213-7709 1200-1245 9/30/2014

4. Workplace Appreciation (580) 213-7211 1200-1230 10/7/2014

5. Managing the Millennial (580) 213-7211 1200-1245 10/14/2014

6. 1-2-3 Magic (580) 213-7419 1200-1300 10/21/2014

7. Mystery Out of Car Buying (580) 213-6330 1200-1300 10/28/2014

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9. Communication Chaos (580) 213-6330 1200-1245 12/9/2014

10. Credit Review and Free Credit Report

(580) 213-6330 Anytime Walk-In

Contact POC

hysical Class Name POC Number

Time

Dates

1. Prep 2 Pass 1 (CARDIO) (580) 213-7968 1200-1230 8/14/2014

2. Mindful Eating (580) 213-7968 1130-1230 8/19/2014

3. Healthy Children, Healthy Families (580) 213-7968 1200-1230 9/4/2014

4. Planning/Shopping/Cooking for Health (580) 213-7968 1200-1300 9/24/2014

5. Becoming a Health Promoter (580) 213-7968 1200-1300 10/2/2014

6. Shopping for Health @ Commissary 580) 213-7968 1200-1300 &1600-1700

10/1/2014

7. Cooking for Health @ HP Classroom 580) 213-7968 1200-1300 &1600-1700

10/8/2014

8. Motivational Interviewing (580) 213-7968 1200-1300 11/13/2014

9. Flexibility 101 (580) 213-7968 1200-1300 12/2/2014

10. Healthy Weight (580) 213-7419 1200-1300 12/4/2014

11. Planning Health Behavior Change (580) 213-7968 1200-1300 12/11/2014

12. Exercise is Medicine (580) 213-7968 1200-1300 12/16/2014

13. Natural Running Clinic (580) 213-5597 Varies Contact POC

Mental Classes at the PDC Bldg 455

Mental Class Name POC Number Time Dates

1. Gold Standard Part 1 (580) 213-7709 1130-1230 8/26/2014

2. Habits of Happy People (580) 213-7419 1200-1245 8/28/2014

3. The Balancing Act (580) 213-7419 1200-1235 9/16/2014

4. Goal Setting (580) 213-7709 1200-1230 9/25/2014

5. Positive Psychology (580) 213-7419 1200-1245 10/16/2014

6. The Power of Organizing Your Life (580) 213-7709 1200-1235 11/4/2014

7. How to Fight Fairly (580) 213-6330 1200-1245 11/6/2014

8. The Gold Standard Part 2 (580) 213-7709 1130-1230 11/18/2014

9. Mindset Psychology (580) 213-7419 1200-1245 11/20/2014

Spiritual Class Name POC Number Time

Dates

1. The 5 Love Languages of Teens (580) 213-7709 1200-1245 8/12/2014

2. Make it Stick The Art of Public Speaking

(580) 213-7419 1200-1245 9/2/2014

3. Purpose and Values (580) 213-7709 1200-1230 9/11/2014

4. The 5 Love Languages Mil Edition (580) 213-7419 1200-1245 9/18/2014

5. Thinking Smarter not Harder (580) 213-6330 1200-1245 9/23/2014

6. Mediation and Culture (580) 213-6182 1200-1300 10/9/2014

7. Everyday Healthy Habits for Women

(580) 213-7709 1200-1240 10/3/2014

8. Discover Your Character Strengths (580) 213-7709 1200-1240 12/18/2014

Physical Classes at the Fitness or HP Classroom Bldg 316

Social Classes at the PDC Bldg 455 Spiritual Classes at the PDC Bldg 455 unless noted

Physical Classes are offered at the Fitness Center or Heath Promotion Bldg 316 All other courses are offered at the PDC Bldg 455

Classes may be available for one on one. Have instructors sign your tracking sheet, when you have completed a level scan and email the sheet to [email protected]


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