Goodbye, 9-5. If you (or someone you know) recently retired, you might be looking for activities catering to older adults. Clock into our retirement guide, and find opportunities in Fort Worth that work for you.
Get fit
If you’re not planning on slowing down in your retirement, keep moving with fitness classes designed for older Fort Worthians.
- Various pickleball courts around the Fort, including a $75/year pickleball membership at Game On, are a great way to stay active.
- Local YMCA branches offer senior programs, including chair yoga and Silver Sneakers, which are designed to increase strength, flexibility, and endurance.
- One of our readers recommended the Jazzercise Lo-Impact class offered at the Colleyville Senior Center. There is also a franchise located in FTW.
- Fit Body Boot Camp located in Benbrook offers a Fit Body Forever program designed specifically to build strength, boost stamina, and increase stability in adults 55+.
There’s no wrong way to get fit. Your first step could be as easy as finding walking trails at a local park or exploring one of Cowtown’s easier hikes.
Spend time with the grandkids
If you’re looking to spend time with the grandchildren, explore these 25+ kid-friendly activities in Funkytown and pick one that’s your speed. Pro tip: Don’t drive — kids 5-19 and adults 65+ receive reduced Trinity Metro fares like $1 single-day tickets (kids ages 4 and under ride free).
Volunteer
Give back to the community by volunteering at a local organization. Whether you’re interested in supporting a community center or want to volunteer outdoors, check out our full list.
Take a class
It’s never too late to learn new skills while making friends. In addition to all of the free programming offered at the Fort Worth Public Library, check out these university-sponsored classes.
- TCC’s Senior Education program has no tests or grades and is primarily designed to help older adults find areas of interest or future activity. Classes range from woodcarving to computer basics, photography to mahjong + are $20 for unlimited classes for 10 weeks.
- TCU’s Silver Frogs program offers four-week mini-courses and one-time lectures to learn everything from cookbook writing to Italian for a $ 125-semester fee.
- UNT’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute has virtual and in-person classes year-round where you can learn things like calligraphy and astronomy starting at $55 annually.
Explore the arts
Beat the crowds and take a weekday trip to one of Cowtown’s many museums, and be on the lookout for senior discounts (we see you, FWMSH and the Modern). Or, enjoy a performance — older adults can receive discounts for shows at Hip Pocket Theatre, Circle Theater, and for select events at Bass Performance Hall.
