The Northern Beaches offers seniors a diverse range of educational and volunteer opportunities, and social and exercise activities to help keep you active, engaged, and connected with your community.
Northern Beaches Seniors Directory
The best place to start researching activities for seniors is in our Seniors Directory. Copies of the Directory are available from Council customer service centres, libraries and community centres.
Alternatively contact our Community Development Team (Seniors) on 8495 6618 or seniors@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au.
Education and leisure
There are a number of education and leisure activities on the Northern Beaches. These include art, craft and hobby groups, cards and board games, computer groups, and education and learning on a range of topics including history, photography, technology and languages. View the list in the Seniors Directory
Fitness and exercise
Organised activities include aqua fitness, bowls, croquet, table tennis, Lifeball, gentle exercise, walking groups, and various styles of dancing. View the list in the Seniors Directory
You can search for exercise programs for seniors in your area on the NSW Health Active & Healthy website.
We also have seniors programs at the Warringah Aquatic Centre and Manly "Andrew Boy Charlton" Fitness Centre.
Social clubs and outings
Social connection is of vital importance at any age and particularly so as we get older. There are plenty of options on offer including seniors clubs, Aboriginal and multicultural groups, luncheon clubs, and service clubs. View the list in the Seniors Directory
Volunteering
Council's volunteer programs are a great way to be in involved in your local community. View our list of community volunteer opportunities.
More information
Contact our Community Development Team (Seniors) on 8495 6618 or seniors@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
What's on?
The events below have been curated for seniors - see the full What’s On Event Calendar.