a group of happy active adults enjoying the beach at Surf City

Active Adult Program


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Programs Active Adult Centers Active Adult Trips Golden Years Clubs Wake County Senior Games Active Adult Program Announcements

The Active Adult Program serves thousands of adults in the Raleigh area. While our clubs require a minimum age of 50 to participate, classes are open to all adults regardless of age.

View the Active Adult Program Brochure

Some of the many activities offered include:

  • More than 25 one-day and overnight trips each year including cruises and international travel
  • Educational seminars and workshops on a wide range of topics
  • Exercise and wellness classes
  • Art classes
  • And more!

Active Adult Centers

Programs

Cardio at Five Points Center for Active Adults

Raleigh Parks offers a variety of Active Adult programs throughout the year. Exercise and wellness, new languages, dance and music, cards and games, sports, and social activities are all available through Raleigh. With such a variety, you are certain to find a class!

Browse and register for Active Adult programs and classes on RecLink.

Register for any program using this registration form

Active Adult Centers

Exterior of the Five Points Center building

Our Active Adults Centers offer an even larger variety of programs and events for adults 50 and older.

Five Points Center for Active Adults

Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults at Millbrook Exchange Park

Walnut Terrace Center

Active Adult Trips

group of people in front of a pretty lake

The Active Adult Program staff organize numerous trips throughout the year. In addition to monthly one-day and seasonal multi-day trips, the Active Adult Program partners with the Outdoor Recreation Program to offer Social Outdoor Active Recreation trips.

View our full listing upcoming of Active Adult Trips and how to register.

Golden Years Clubs

a couple at the golden year registration

There are more than 30 clubs affiliated with the Adult Program. These clubs meet at area community centers, churches, and senior housing facilities, and offer a range of activities such as bridge, speakers, trips, community service projects, and more. Clubs are comprised of persons aged 50 or older. 

Wake County Senior Games

Three active adults racing on a track

The Active Adult Program is involved in the planning of this annual event for adults age 50 and older and takes place each spring. View more information on the Wake County Senior Games.

Active Adult Program Announcements

 

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Contact

 

Allie Crawford Program Director
allie.crawford@raleighnc.gov
919-996-2151

Carmen Rayfield Program Manager
carmen.rayfield@raleighnc.gov
Walnut Terrace Center
919-996-4734

Brian Philpot Center Director
brian.philpot@raleighnc.gov
Anne Gordon Center for Active Adults
919-996-4724

Jimmie Overton Center Director
jimmie.overton@raleighnc.gov
Five Points Center for Active Adults
919-996-3287

Tawnie Gong Assistant Center Director
tawnie.gong@raleighnc.gov
Five Points Center for Active Adults
919-996-4733

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