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ActivitES & Clubs For Ages 50+

Active Lifestyles offers a variety of fun activities and clubs. While most are free-of-charge, some carry a nominal fee or require that the participant purchase supplies. For specific dates and times, view the Active Lifestyles Newsletter or call 757-926-1400.

Pickleball

  • New and skilled players welcome
  • Indoor play offered year-round
  • Free to play (pre-registration required)
  • All levels welcome
  • Lessons for beginners
  • Some equipment provided but bring your own paddle
  • Please call ahead for updates and to confirm schedule
Brittingham-Midtown Community Center
(757) 591-4853
  • Tuesdays, 9 am – 1 pm
  • Fridays, 9 am – 1 pm
Denbigh Community Center 
(757) 812-7905
  • Tuesdays, 6:30 pm – 9 pm
  • Wednesdays,  9 am – 12:30 pm
  • Thursdays, 1 pm – 4 pm

Walking

Brittingham-Midtown Community Center 
(757) 591-4853
  • Early Bird Morning Walk
    Monday – Friday
    6 – 7 am 
  • Walk With Ease
    Monday / Wednesday / Friday
    7 – 8 am 
Denbigh Community Center 
(757) 812-7905/7909
  • Walk At Your Own Pace
    Monday – Friday
    7 – 9 am
Newport News Park
(757) 591-4853
  • Nature Walks
    2nd and 4th Tuesdays (March – November)
    8:30 am
    Meet at the Interpretive Center

Fitness Classes

Brittingham-Midtown Community Center
(757) 591-4853
  • Boot Camp for Seniors
    Monday / Wednesday / Friday
    8 – 9 am
  • pre-registration is required, limited space
Courthouse Way Community Center
(757) 886-7928
  • Yoga – Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 – 10:30 am – Registration required: $40 – $70
  • Enhance Fitness® Class – Mon/Tue/Thu, 8:30 – 9:30 am Registration required: $25
  • Mon, Tue, Thu, 8:30 am – 9:30 am. Use of hand and ankle weights for maximum benefits, includes both seated and standing exercises for all levels
Denbigh Community Center 
(757) 812-7905
  • Low Impact Exercise
    Monday and Wednesday
    9 – 10 am (pre-registration required)
  • Movement for Parkinson’s
    Fridays, 9:30am – 10:15 am, open to people of all ages. (4 week sessions for $20) 
Hilton Senior Center
(757) 926-1400
  • Tai Chi
    Thursdays, 9 – 10 am, 10 – 11 am, 2 – 3 pm (10-sessions) –  Registration required: $60 – $85
  • Balance
    Tuesdays, 10:00 – 11:45 am (4-sessions) – Registration required: $40

Clubs

The following clubs have no membership fee unless otherwise stated. Supplies and equipment are the participant’s responsibility.

 

Brittingham-Midtown Community Center
(757) 891-4853
  • Joy of Watercolor Pencils
    Monthly, 2nd Thursday at 10 am
  • Rubber Stamping
    Create cards, stationery, and home decorating projects with rubber stamps and inks.
  • Meditation & Aromatherapy
    Monthly, 3rd Thursday, 1 pm
  • Book Club
    Monthly, 4th Monday, 2 pm
  • Mahjong Club
    1st & 3rd Thursdays, 9 am
  • Canasta
    2nd & 4th Fridays, 9 am
  • Fashion Elegantés Modeling Club
    1st Tuesday of the month at 1 pm.  Monthly fashion shows.  Annual dues:  $25. 
    After completing the Essence of Modeling Class, club members will meet the first Tuesday of every month to discuss activities.  Models will perform at small venues throughout the year and participate in an annual Fashion Show.

  • Bunco, 1st Friday, 12:15 pm – 3:00 pm
  • Under Rubber Stamping Club:  monthly, 1st Friday at 10:30 am
  • Mahjong Club, every Thursday, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
  • National Mahjong Club, every Monday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
  • Canasta, 2nd & 4th Friday, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
  • Bridge, Mondays at 10:30 am – 3:30 pm
  • Pinochle, 3rd Friday, 9:30 am – 2:00 pm
Courthouse Way Community Center
(757) 886-7929
  • Denbigh Crafters (Crochet & Knitting)
    Monday & Thursday, 10 AM – 12 PM
    Some yarn provided.
  • Dominoes
    Tuesday and Thursday, 10 AM – 2 PM
  • Mahjong
    Tuesday, 10 AM – 2 PM
    Game supplies provided.
Denbigh Community Center
(757) 812-7905
  • Boredom Busters
    Monday and Wednesday, 10:00 AM
    Play Skip-Bo, Mexican Train, Scrabble and more!
  • Dominoes 
    Monday, Wednesday (please call the center for times)
    Play includes Mexican Train.
  • Pinochle

    Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:00 am

  • Cornhole

    Fridays, 10:00 am

Downing Gross Cultural Arts Center
(757) 247-8950
  • Arts & Crafts: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 11 am
  • Card & Game Club: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 12:30 pm
  • Grocery Delivery: 3rd Friday of the Month (Registration Required)
  • Bingo & More: Last Wednesday of the Month 11 am
Hilton Senior Center
  • Mahjong
    Thursday 11 AM – 5 PM
    Friday 10 AM – 5 PM
    Game supplies provided.
  • Cards

    Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays:  11:00 am – 5:00 pm

  • Billiards

    Tuesdays, 11:00 am- 5:00 pm

  • Seasonal Dances as planned

    Dances are held every other month from 1 – 3 pm

  • Hampton Roads Doll Club

    4th Wednesday of the month, 11:00 am

  • Tidewater Holidays

    Monthly Meetings, Bridge, Socials

North Newport News Community Center
(757) 591-4850
  • Mahjong
    Thursday 11 AM – 5 PM
    Friday 10 AM – 5 PM
    Game supplies provided.
  • Scrapbooking Club
    Mondays, 10:00 AM
  • Card Games – Pinochle, Spades & Bridge
    Various days and locations. Game supplies provided. Call 757-926-1400 for information.

Women who hike

Newport News is joining this national group for women who love to hike and do so in a group.  Through community, Women Who Hike empowers those who are on their own explorative journey through hiking, self-discovery, and connection to nature.

  • Visit us for an introduction on hiking, future hikes, gear, and to introduce yourself to the newly formed group.  All levels and abilities are welcome.  Most hikes will be local and statewide.  The group will decide on the locations, dates, and length of the hikes.

     

    · January 25, 2024, 11 am, Jamestown Island

    · February 22, 2024, 11 am, Newport News Park

    · March 28, 2024, 11 am, Cape Henry Trail, Virginia Beach

    · April 25, 2024, 11 am, James River North Bank & Buttermilk Loop Trail, Richmond

    · May 23, 2024, 9 am, Carrollton – Nike Park Trail

    · June 27, 2024, 9 am, Beaverdam Park, Gloucester

Active Lifestyle Office

700 Town Center Drive, Newport News, VA 23606

(757) 926-1400

activelifestyles@nnva.gov