Seniors
The Senior Adult Program serves over 6,500 senior adults in the Raleigh area. Some of the many activities offered include sports leagues such as tennis, golf, bowling and more; over 25, one-day and overnight trips each year including cruises and international travel; educational seminars and workshops on a wide range of topics; and various exercise and wellness classes. There are also 48 Senior Clubs affiliated with the Senior Adult Program. These clubs meet at area community centers, churches and senior housing facilities, and offer a range of activities such as bridge, speakers, community service projects and more. While some activities in the Senior Adult Program do require a minimum age of 55 to participate, many are open to all adults regardless of age.
NEW PROGRAMS FOR SUMMER 2009!
Chair Yoga
Try this fun and relaxing form of exercise FREE! Join us on Tuesday, August 18 at 9:30am for a free demonstration class. Held at Jaycee Community Center, 2405 Wade Avenue. To register, call Carmen Rayfield at 807-8525. And look for more information on our website for new Chair Yoga classes starting in September!
Seniors Outdoor Adventure & Recreation Program (SOAR)
If hiking, canoeing, road biking or other outdoor sports are among your interests, come SOAR with us! This program connects senior adults who enjoy outdoor recreation activities, and for beginners to learn about these opportunities. Please call 807-8525 for more details on upcoming trips.
2009 Trip Brochure
Thinking about a trip this year? Take a look at our 2009 schedule by clicking here. For more information on upcoming trips, please call 831-6851 or 807-8525, or click the "Trips and Travel" icon below.
2009 "Read and Go" Program information
"Read and Go" combines the joy of reading with the fun of travel! Participants read from a select list of fiction and non-fiction books whose storylines are based in North Carolina, then engage in a group book discussion, followed by a trip to the areas in our state on which each storyline is based. Click here to access the 2009 book list, along with the book discussion dates. For more information, please call 807-8525.
For More Information Contact:
Steve White
Senior Adult Program Supervisor
Parks and Recreation Department
2401 Wade Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27607
919-831-6851
Carmen Rayfield
Recreation Program Manager
Parks and Recreation Department
2401 Wade Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27607
919-807-8525
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