Are you 50-years-old or more and a resident of Las Vegas? If you are, there is never a reason for you to be bored in this town, because there are loads of things that are especially geared towards folks in your age group.
There is a sizable senior community in this area, so we are pretty blessed that there are so many activities offered here to ensure that we can still emjoy life to its fullest, no matter what age we happen to be.
Here are some samplings of weekly groups and classes available in Las Vegas for people who are 50-years-old and more.
Free Walking Group
Where: East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave.
Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays 8 a.m.
Fee: No fee required
Phone: 702-229-1515
They say that one of the best forms of exercise for seniors is walking, so why not get started giving your body a good cardio workout that won’t overstress your body? Make your way over to the East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center two mornings a week, where participants who are 50+-years-old meet to walk for fitness. Since the activity is held in the center’s ballroom, which is air-conditioned, you don’t need to be concerned when the heat really hits Vegas.
Free Senior Fitness
Where: Doolittle Senior Center, 1950 N. J Street
Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-11 a.m.
Fee: No fee required
Phone: 702-229-6125
Why spend big bucks to join a health club when you can get fit for free? You may also feel a lot more comfortable being someplace where there are people closer to your age, instead of a bunch of narcissistic 20-or-30-something-year-olds. A senior fitness class will most likely keep in mind the physical limitations that some individuals 50 and beyond have to deal with and help you set realistic goals.
Tennis Classes for People 50-and-Older
Where: Lorenzi Park Courts, 3343 W. Washington, Ave.
Time: Mondays, 10-11 a.m.
Fee: $10 monthly fee
Phone: 702-229-6601
Tennis is a wonderful way to keep in shape. If you want to perfect your game or if you’ve never played tennis before and want to learn, bring your tennis racquet to the Lorenzi Park Courts. It’s advisable to bring water with you. For just $10 a month, you can have a lot of fun and meet new people as you practice your serve.
Spanish for Everyday Communication
Where: Northwest Senior Center, 6841 W. Lone Mountain Rd.
Time: Mondays, 8-9 p.m.
Fee: $3 per session
Phone: 702-229-4794
If you are 50 or older and have the desire to learn a new language, this class is held weekly. Las Vegas is steadily becoming a bilingual town, so it’s just a practical thing to learn how to speak and understand Spanish.
Writing for Pleasure
Where: Derfelt Senior Citizens Center, 3343 W. Washington Ave.
Time: Fridays, 10:a.m.-12 noon
Fee: $3 per session
Phone: 702-229-6601
I know there are seniors who are content producers on Associated Content, so this class may give you an opportunity to not only help sharpen your writing skills, but to get more readers to your AC content. It’s always good to be able to have an occasional face-to-face critique of your work and get opinions on how to improve your writing. The classes are open to those age 50 and over.
Guitar Classes
Where: Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Rd.
Time: Thursdays 4 p.m.
Fee: $3 per session
Phone: 702-229-6454
It’s never too late to learn how to play an instrument. When you consider that the cost of private lessons is a lot more expensive than this class costs, you can see that it’s quite a bargain taking class guitar at the Las Vegas Senior Center, plus it’s a fantastic way to hobnob with other people. Call ahead to find out if you need to bring your own guitar or if the class provides you with one during class.
Ballroom Dancing Lessons
Where: East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 N. Eastern Ave.
Time: Thursdays 1-3 p.m..
Fee: $5 per class
Phone: 702-229-1515
You no longer have to envy the participants on Dancing With the Stars. Experience ballroom dancing for yourself by meeting once a week for lessons. No one expects you to be an expert, just to want to learn something new. This is a fabulous thing for couples to do together and dancing provides a good workout.
Porcelain Doll-making Class
Where: Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Rd.
Time: Tuesdays, 1 p.m..
Fee: $3 per class
Phone: 702-229-6454
If you like crafts and have some interest in learning how to make porcelain dolls, this class is for you. It’s also good, in that you will be learning a skill that you could utilize someday to make money at craft shows, etc., if you decide to pursue it beyond just being a hobby.
Oil Painting and Watercolor Classes
Where: Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Rd.
Time: Thursdays at 12 noon for Watercolor classes and Fridays at 9 a.m. for Oil Painting classes
Fee: $3 per class
Phone: 702-229-6454
Are you an artist at heart? Come on out to the Las Vegas Senior Center and learn the basics of watercolor and oil painting. You may not be another Picasso, but you’ll learn a hobby that helps you to pass time creatively and gives you a sense of accomplishment. You will need to check ahead of time to see what materials you are required to bring.
Free Sing-A-Long with Las Vegas Fun Time Singers
Where: Las Vegas Senior Center, 451 E. Bonanza Rd.
Time: Fridays, 1 p.m..
Fee: No fee required
Phone: 702-229-6454
Okay, it’s no American Idol, but this is just an enjoyable excuse to utilize that rusty pipe you call a voice to sing along on some old, familiar song favorites. Musical talent is not necessarily a requirement, but having a spirit of fun and a sense of humor is a must, if you want to get the best out of this activity.
Free Bingo
Where: Doolittle Senior Center, 1950 N. J Street
Time: Thursdays and Saturdays at noon
Fee: No fee required
Phone: 702-229-6125
Bingo is big here in Las Vegas, but, if you don’t want to have to travel to a casino to play or are not a big “gambler” per se, the Doolittle Senior Center has just what you’re looking for. They have a free bingo game twice a week and you get to play for prizes. This is a chance to meet people, kick back and maybe win something.
Bridge Club
Where: Howard Lieburn Senior Center, 6230 Garwood Avenue
Time: Mondays, 12 noon- 3 p.m.
Fee: Call ahead for info
Phone: 702-229-1600
Meet other fellow bridge players on Mondays and test your expertise against theirs. It’s always pleasurable to socialize doing something you like to do and if playing bridge is your “thing”, then, by all means, make your way to the weekly bridge club activities. You’ll need to call ahead and find out if there are any fees.
FOR MORE INFORMATION …
Obviously, these are just a few examples of what’s in store for seniors who take the initiative to become active.
You can find more activity listings at visiting the website for Las Vegas Senior Activities and Events .
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