Activities, Education & Recreation
This is a partial listing of activities and recreational opportunities for our 50+ population in Blount County. Please call the listed resource for current information on programs, activities, and fees. Some churches also offer senior fitness classes and activities for people in the community. For your convenience, you can click the resource name and go to the website.
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If you wish to have your organization listed, please go to the bottom of the sponsors page
AARP 866-295-7274 Meets on fourth Tuesday of each month at noon at Everett Senior Center. Activities include community service projects, educational programs, scholarships, and social gatherings. |
ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION EXERCISE PROGRAMS 865-470-7909 Life Improvement Series classes are offered at locations throughout East TN. Aquatic and floor exercises, Tai Chi, Walk With Ease programs are all designed specifically for persons with arthritis and related conditions but anyone is welcome. |
BLOUNT CO HISTORICAL MUSEUM 865-454-4256 1006 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville 37804 Model railroad display. Free admission. |
BLOUNT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY 865-982-0981 508 N Cusick St, Maryville Activities, events, computer classes, art exhibits and more are available seven days per week. Library tours may be scheduled. |
BLOUNT MEMORIAL MEDICAL FITNESS CENTER 977-5636 907 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, 37804 Supervised exercise for people living with chronic disease or who simply prefer coaching. Access to state-of-the-art exercise equipment. Educational as well as group strength classes. Physician referral required. A voluntary, self-pay program. Call for details. |
BLOUNT MEMORIAL WELLNESS CENTERS A variety of group exercise classes with a focus on fitness and health, including aqua classes. Special programs and discounted memberships for seniors. CHEROKEE 865-238-6091 1412 Sevierville Rd, Maryville, SPRINGBROOK 865-980-7100 220 Associates Blvd, Alcoa |
EVERETT SENIOR CENTER 865-983-9422 702 Burchfield St, Maryville, 37804 Multi-purpose senior center offering recreation and leisure programs including dances, billiards, art classes, quilting and poetry groups, potlucks, day tours, card playing, duplicate bridge, exercise programs and a walking group. |
GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK 865-436-1200 107 Park Headquarters Rd, Gatlinburg, 37738 For visitor information call for recorded message. Also check the website for information on park programs and services. |
LITTLE RIVER TRADING COMPANY 865-681-4141 2408 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37804 Outdoor event and activity events. Check the website or Facebook for upcoming events. |
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. COMMUNITY CENTER 865-983-1954 209 E Franklin St, Alcoa, 37701 Multi-purpose center offers a variety of activities for all ages. Special activities for seniors. Facility can be rented for events. Call for information. |
MARYVILLE TAI CHI 865-379-9997 115 E Broadway, Maryville 37801 Group classes provide gentle exercise and help students with a variety of health benefits for those with arthritis, diabetes, and stress-related issues. |
NATIONAL PARK PASS 888-275-8747 Offers lifetime entrance to most national parks, TVA campgrounds, and other recreation areas that have fees and discounts on some facilities and services for those 62 and older. Disabled persons can get an Access Pass for free with proof of medically determined permanent disability. Call for list of locations and how to purchase or go to website. |
OLYMPIA ATHLETIC CLUB 984-8300 398 Olympia Dr, Maryville, 37804 Group fitness classes for special conditioning needs of senior adults to increase muscular strength and range of motion. Call for information on classes and special membership rates for seniors. |
PLANET FITNESS 865-268-8506 Whether you’re a first-time gym user or a veteran member, we’re here to provide a workout environment in which anyone - and everyone - can be comfortable. |
SENIOR OLYMPICS EAST TENNESSEE DISTRICT 865-453-5441 200 Gary Wade Blvd, Sevierville, 37862 Olympic-style competition for adults age 50+. Sports include golf, tennis, bowling, swimming, basketball, track and field and others. District events held each spring; winners qualify for state competition. Preregistration required. |
SMITHVIEW PAVILION & LIFE EVENT CENTER 865-379-1860 627 Smithview Dr, Maryville Available for rent for family gatherings, receptions, meetings and corporate events. Kitchen, ample parking. |
SMOKY MOUNTAIN VISITORS BUREAU TOWNSEND VISITORS CENTER 865-448-6134 7906 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Townsend, 37882 Call for information on the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and other tourist and recreational opportunities in Townsend and Blount County. |
SOCIAL MEDIA 4 SENIORS 865-437-6556 Social Media 4 Seniors exists to help seniors in retirement communities, independent living communities, senior centers, and in their own homes, keep their connections with family and friends alive by teaching them how to use social media, through the use of mobile devices or computers. |
YOU SEW CRAZY 865-387-1453 Sisters Ruth Rios Atkinson and Renee Rios Weber offer shared Sewing Studio space and use of the equipment you need in a happy, nurturing sewing community. |
