CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (Aug.18) – Registration for the 2023 “Fit for Life” Senior Games is open online and in-person.
The Olympic-style event focuses on athletic competitions, camaraderie, and recreational opportunities for seniors of all ages. The games are sanctioned by the Florida Sports Foundation and serve as a qualifier for the Florida Senior Games State Championships. Pre-registration for all events is required.
“Registration is open and it’s time to start practicing those skills,” said Community Services Coordinator Lisa Smithson. “Whatever your favorite activity is, we’ve got a match for you.” she said. Events will take place at parks and recreation centers throughout Charlotte County.
Events Schedule
Oct. 1 – Racewalk at South County Regional Park
Oct. 3 – Bag Toss at Centennial Park Recreation Center
Oct. 5 – Basketball (shooting) at Harold Avenue Regional Park Recreation Center
Oct. 7 – Swimming at Centennial Park Pool
Oct. 8 – Disc Golf at Centennial Park
Oct. 10 – Table Tennis at Harold Avenue Regional Park Recreation Center
Oct. 12 – Tennis (singles) at Tringali Park
Oct. 13 – Tennis (doubles) at Tringali Park
Oct. 14 – Tennis (mixed doubles) at Tringali Park
Oct. 20 – Softball Homerun Derby at Centennial Park
Oct. 21 – Pickleball (doubles) at South County Regional Park
Oct. 22 – Pickleball (mixed doubles) at South County Regional Park
Oct. 24 – Golf at Rotonda West Country Club
Oct. 28 – Track and Field at Charlotte High School
Oct. 29 – RC Sailing at South County Regional Park
To register online, visit www.CharlotteCountyFL.gov/seniorgames. Walk-in registration and Senior Games booklets will be available at the following locations:
Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park Pool
7001 San Casa Drive, Englewood
Centennial Park Recreation Center
1120 Centennial Blvd., Port Charlotte
South County Regional Park Recreation Center
670 Cooper St., Punta Gorda
Harold Avenue Regional Park Recreation Center
23400 Harold Ave., Port Charlotte
The final entry deadline is two weeks prior to individual events. Athletes who register by Aug. 20 will receive a t-shirt.?
For information, contact Lisa Smithson at 941-681-3751 or Lisa.Smithson@CharlotteCountyFL.gov
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