Granados Adult and Senior Center

500 Freiling
(210) 731-9654


Virginia Marie Granados Adult and Senior Center, the Parks and Recreation Department’s newest facility in the northwest part of town, is now open. Located in a house that was donated by the Granados family, adults and seniors are invited to stop by and take advantage of recreational, educational and social programs.


Hours:

Monday and Wednesday, 8am – 7pm
Tuesday and Thursday, 8am – 8pm
Friday, 8am – 6pm


$5 annual fee

Walking / Jogging Venues

Brackenridge Park: North of downtown.

Eisenhower Park: Five miles of trails dot this facility south of Camp Bullis on Northwest Military Drive.

Gorrell Memorial Park: The Northwest Side has fallen in love with this shade-filled venue on De Zavala Road.

Mahncke Park: This small, neighborhood park off Broadway near Fort Sam Houston is perfect for short intervals.

McAllister Park: Walk among deer at this 856-acre wilderness oasis near the San Antonio International Airport.

Mission Trail: Stretching from Mission Conception just south of downtown to Mission Espada on the South Side, this nine-mile path connects four of the city’s five historic missions and offers some of the area’s most scenic walking and running terrain.

Mud Creek Park: This hidden gem in the Loop 1604/Redland Road area offers some rugged terrain for urban hikers.

Olmos Basin Park: Half-mile trek in this park across from Olmos Basin Municipal Golf Course.

Stone Oak Park: This recent addition north of Evans Road has trails covering 2.1 miles that are well suited for either power walking or running.

Trinity University’s Meadows Pavilion walking path: A tartan track surface makes this a perfect spot for seniors.

Woodlawn Lake Park: Walk around the 30-acre artificial lake northwest of downtown not far from Jefferson High School.

YWCA

314 Hackberry  
(210) 433-9922, Estella Forhan

Exercise classes, fitness activities and health education for seniors.  Visit them online for more information.

Sports Foundation Dreams for Youth Training Center

525 San Pedro
(210) 820-2113, Alma Striker

Seniors Get Fit:
Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 11:30am

Free to Seniors 55+

Lion’s Field Adult & Senior Center

2809 Broadway
(210) 826-9041, Maeve Reddin
Maeve Reddin

Lion's Field is truly a multipurpose center, offering a variety of classes and programs. Classes are small enough to provide social opportunities and individual attention from instructors. Special events and holiday celebrations occur frequently.

 

Exercise Programs:

• Fitness Room - Treadmill, Bike, Weights

• Exercise classes Mon - Fri 9:00am - 10:00am

• Arthritis Exercise Classes and “Matter of Balance”

$5 annual membership (60+); $10 (for 18-59)

For more information, visit them online, or email Center Director This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 

Texas AgriLife Extension Services

Walk Across Texas is a free* 8-week program designed to help Texans establish a habit of regular physical activity. 

Get together with a group from work, church, neighborhood or on your own, log miles walking, riding a bike, or even dance or garden - mileage equivalents provided to convert activity to miles.

For more information, including necessary tools, FAQ, and to register, click here!

*some charges may apply for local events

Methodist Healthcare

(210) 575-0355 or 1-800-333-7333
http://www.mhshealth.com


Stretch and Tone: Mon, Wed, Fri - 9:00 to 10:00am
Mall Walkers at Crossroads Mall


First Friday of the month at 8:30am - speakers, free health checks, coffee and healthy snacks at Crossroads Mall (upper level across from Learning Zone)


55+ services are either complimentary or offered at discounted prices

Free membership in the 55Plus program is required. 

Oasis

6161 Northwest Loop 410
(210) 647-2546
http://www.oasisnet.org/sanantonio

Aqua Stretch & Strength, Fitness Over 50, Tai Chi, Arthritis Aquatics, Better Balance Yoga, as well as Health Education (Aging Gracefully, Diabetes, Wt. Training at home).

Fees: Membership is Free, but fees for classes vary from free to $59 per session.

Alamo Texercise

Alamo Texercise is comprised of state and local organizations committed to developing an exciting new way to get moving, eat right and stay fit. They serve as a resource to Texans of all ages by offering educational events to help motivate the community with the long-term goal of adopting a healthier lifestyle. Whether you want to get started at home or in the company of others, Almao Texercise has activities that are right for you.

 

Check out their website for events, programs, and more information.

SilverSneakers® Fitness Program

(personalized, high touch physical activity program for seniors)

Your health plan may include SilverSneakers as a part of your benefit package.  Find our how you can take advantage of all that SilverSneakers has to offer – at no additional cost.

Eligible members receive a free membership at participating fitness centers where they can enjoy specialized SilverSneakers Classes taught by certified instructors focusing on improving strength, flexibility, balance and coordination. In addition to classes, SilverSneakers participants can also enjoy other fitness center membership benefits, including use of each location’s exercise equipment (e.g., treadmills, exercise bikes, pool, etc.), weight training, circuit training, and other fitness offerings (e.g., aerobics, sauna, hot tub, social events).

Visit http://www.silversneakers.com for more information, or call 1-888-423-4632 (hearing impaired members call the National Relay Service: 711), Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Standard Time to speak with a customer service representative.

If your health plan includes the SilverSneakers® Fitness Program as part of your benefit package you are eligible for a free basic fitness membership at any SilverSneakers® fitness center.  Please visit http://www.silversneakers.com for more information.

AMENITIES LEGEND
E- Exercise Equipment   SC - SilverSneakers Classes P - Pool
W - Whirlpool S - Steam/Sauna P* - Seasonal Pool

SAN ANTONIO LOCATIONS
Antioch Sports Complex & Community Center 314 Eross Street 210-270-0944 Amenities:  E, S, W, SC	Gold’s Gym – Walzem 4555 Walzem Road 210-650-5444 Amenities:  E, S, P, W, SC
Bally Total Fitness – President Square 8725 Marbach Road 210-674-2244 Amenities:  E, P, W, SC	HealthLink 288 Bitters Road 210-297-9900 Amenities:  E, S, P, W, SC
Bally Total Fitness – San Antonio 5819 N.W. Loop 410, #150 210-647-9600 Amenities:  E, P, W, SC	Heavyweight Gym & Aerobics 515 Fair Ave. 210-333-2900 Amenities:  E, SC
D.R. Semmes YMCA 3233 N. St. Mary’s 210-246-9600 Amenities:  E, SC	Mays Family YMCA 21654 Blanco Road 210-497-7088 Amenities:  E, SC
Davis-Scott YMCA 1213 Iowa 210-532-0932 Amenities:  E, S, P, W, SC	Spectrum Club at Hill Country Village 15759 San Pedro, #281 210-490-9161 Amenities:  E, S, P, W, SC
Elvira Cisneros Senior Center 517 SW Military Dr 210-927-9328 Amenities: E, SC	Spectrum Club at Alamo Heights 1246 Austin Hwy 210-822-4742 Amenities:  E, S, P, SC
Gold’s Gym-Crossroads 100 Crossroads Blvd 210-736-9900 Amenities: E,S, P, W, SC	Spectrum Club at Prue Road 5025 Prue Road 210-641-7777 Amenities:  E, S, P, W, SC
Gold’s Gym-Military 2555 SW Military Dr 210-924-8200 Amenities: E,S, SC	Spectrum Club at Tezel & Guilbeau 9240 Guilbeau Road 210-680-5161 Amenities:  E, S, P, W, SC
Gold’s Gym – Naco 12233 Nacogdoches Road 210-654-8686 Amenities:  E, S, P, W, SC	Westside YMCA 2900 Ruiz 210-433-6391 Amenities: E, S, P, W, SC

AMENITIES LEGEND
E- Exercise Equipment   SC - SilverSneakers Classes P - Pool
W - Whirlpool S - Steam/Sauna P* - Seasonal Pool

OTHER CITY LOCATIONS
BOERNE Boerne Hill Country Family YMCA 1361 S. Main Street 830-815-1040 Amenities:  E, SC	LYTLE Fitness 4 Life Club 15055 Main Street 830-709-5007 Amenities:  E, SC
CANYON LAKE CRRC of Canyon Lake II 125 Mabel Jones Drive 830-964-3003 Amenities:  SC	NEW BRAUNFELS World Gym 147 S. IH-35 830-620-1300 Amenities:  E, S, SC
CANYON LAKE VJ’s Fitness Express 830-964-6046 Amenities: E, SC	PLEASANTON Pleasanton Athletic Club 1202 W. Oaklawn 830-281-3648 Amenities:  E, S, SC
CASTROVILLE Iron Haus Fitness 842 FM 471 N 830-538-2121 Amenities: E, S, SC	SEGUIN Strom’s Family Fitness 928 S. Hwy 123 Bypass 830-401-4040 Amenities:  E, P, SC
KERRVILLE Ultrafit 151 Ashley Drive 830-792-4815 Amenities:  E, P*, W, SC	UNIVERSAL CITY Spectrum Club at Universal City 2925 Pat Booker Road 210-566-7272 Amenities:  E. S. P, W, SC

AMENITIES LEGEND
E- Exercise Equipment   SC - SilverSneakers Classes P - Pool
W - Whirlpool S - Steam/Sauna P* - Seasonal Pool