The city offers many activities for those age 55+ to keep minds sharp and bodies active.
Most activities are offered at the Clements Community Center or the city's Recreation Centers. Transportation is available to ages 60+ via Lakewood Rides.
REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS
We are now offering in-person and virtual classes, as well as outdoor activities in the local area. To view offerings, browse these sections or visit the Older Adult section on Lakewood.org/Register.
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Aqua Fitness
Aqua fitness is a great low-impact way to stay fit and active! A variety of classes are now being offered at indoor and outdoor pools. Reservations are not needed. Most classes are free for SilverSneakers and insurance-based members.
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Lap Swim and Water Walking
Lap swim, water walking and open swim are available at indoor and outdoor pools throughout city recreation centers and at some parks.
Visit Lakewood.org/Pools for location listings and schedules. A reservation is not needed.
Swimming Lessons
Swimming lessons are not currently being offered.
- Fundamentals
Acquire basic swimming skills and comfort in water. No prior swimming experience needed.
- Development
Must have completed fundamentals class or can demonstrate skills acquired in fundamentals. Front and back crawl
- Refinement
Must have completed development class or can demonstrate skills acquired in development. Refine strokes so participants can swim with more ease, efficiency, power and smoothness over greater distances.
Swim Teams
Some swim teams are being offered. Contact Hillary Osmack at 303-987-7836 for more information.
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RESERVE ARTS STUDIO TIME
Washington Heights Arts Center is offering self-guided pottery studio time for current students. Visit Lakewood.org/WashingtonHeights to sign up.
Zoom assistance is currently being offered; no technology classes are being held at this time.
Schedule Zoom assistance by emailing DanPet@Lakewood.org or calling Clements Center at 303-987-4820.
DANCE CLASSES
Dance classes are offered at the Clements Community Center and the Lakewood Cultural Center. Cardio (now called Move With the Beat) and Western Line Dance at Clements Center are offered at a discount to SilverSneakers and Renew Active members.
View Dance Class List
SATURDAY NIGHT DANCES AT CLEMENTS CENTER
Saturday Night Dances are not currently being offered.
Saturday Night Dances are typically offered on the second, third and fourth Saturdays of the month from 7-10 p.m. at the Clements Community Center. Cost is $7/person.
View the schedule on the Clements Center calendar.
A variety of in-person, outdoor and virtual classes are offered at the Clements Center, recreation centers and the Fitness Court in Addenbrooke Park. View the class lists by following the links below.
View Schedules and Register
General admission fitness classes are being offered at recreation centers and Clements Community Center. IMPORTANT: Pre-registration is required. To register over the phone, call 720-963-5360.
View the Class List
Pre-registration is no longer required for these classes. View the schedule below to plan your visit.
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Insurance-based memberships, like SilverSneakers, give great perks to encourage adults and older adults to stay active. Please check with your insurance provider to see if you are eligible.
Benefits include free admission to recreation centers, free general admission fitness classes, most aqua fitness classes for free, and a discount on registration fitness classes. Fitness classes take place at recreation centers and Clements Community Center. View the fitness class calendar to view offerings.
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These activities take place at Clements Community Center. For questions, call 303-987-4820.
Drop-in Activities
The following drop-in activities have resumed. View details and schedules below.
Cost
No fee for SilverSneakers and Renew Active members. All drop-in activities require a payment of $2 for each meeting or the purchase of a passholder card ($30 residents, $35 nonresidents). A passholder card is good for one year from the date of purchase and good for all drop-in activities. Purchase a card in-person at Clements Center or call 303-987-4820.
Drop-in programs schedule:
MONDAY-FRIDAY
- SidePockets billiards and cards
Everyone age 55+ is welcome to drop in for a game of billiards or cards.
8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily
Fee: $2/day or $60/year. Free for SilverSneakers and Renew Active members.
MONDAY
- Clements Men's Club
Men 55+ are cordially invited to attend weekly meetings where fellowship and helping the community are important. Drop in and meet some new friends!
Meets every Monday except holidays, 9-11 a.m.
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MahJongg
Experienced players are invited to come to play this ancient game.
Meets every Monday except holidays, 12:15-4 p.m.
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Table Tennis
Follow the bouncing ball to a friendly game of table tennis. All experience levels are welcome.
1-3 p.m., except on the third Monday of the month.
WEDNESDAY
- Needlecraft Social
If you like to do handwork, share time with others and enjoy a comfortable and friendly atmosphere, please join us on Wednesday mornings. We cross-stitch, crochet, knit and tat.
Meets every Wednesday except holidays, 9-11:30 a.m.
FRIDAY
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Friday Afternoon Social Bridge
(RESUMES FRIDAY, JUNE 11)
Contract bridge is played with a change of partners every four hands. You will meet a host of new friends with a strong common bond: the game of bridge. No partner necessary.
Meets every Friday except holidays, 1-3:30 p.m.
Free Activities
LOUNGE ACTIVITIES
The free senior lounge located in Clements Community Center is always open for friendly board games or cards. Work on a needlecraft project or a jigsaw puzzle. A lending library of books and magazines is available as well as vending machines.
MONDAY AFTERNOON MOVIES
Returning in July!
Join us at Clements Community Center on the third Monday of each month at 1 p.m. for a free movie. Due to space constraints, a reservation is required. Call 303-987-4820 or stop into Clements Center to grab your spot.
View the movie schedule
Outdoor group activities are offered throughout the year. Some activities are led by Bear Creek Lake Park rangers; others are led by staff at Clements Community Center. Follow the links below to view schedules and register for programs.
WEATHER HOTLINE
In the event of inclement weather, please call the weather hotline at 303-987-4831.
Some programs are being offered. Follow links or directions below to view any upcoming programs.
Sport Leagues
If you have questions regarding senior sports, contact Sports Coordinator Kyle Parker at kylpar@lakewood.org or 303-987-4804.
PicklebalL AND TENNIS
Outdoor courts are open and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Indoor pickleball courts are available via reservation only. For details, visit the pickleball and tennis webpage via the link below.
Pickleball and Tennis
Get out and about with other older adults and leave the planning to us. Day hikes, concerts and plays, scenic tours and more with the Clements Community Center travel program.
IMPORTANT TRANSPORTATION DETAILS:
Some travel programs depart from Clements Center and provide transportation. Some meet on location; no transportation provided. As you browse upcoming trips, please read the details carefully before registering.
View Upcoming Programs
Receive the Latest Travel Updates:
The city's 24-hour travel hotline is always updated with newly-scheduled trips. Call 303-987-7011 for the latest info.