The annual Tampa Bay Active Life Games are coming up!
We are happy to announce that this year's games will be held October 1 - 14, 2022.
Things to know
- You must be 50 years or older to participate
- Registration begins July 1
Schedule
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Week 1 - Oct. 1 - 7
- Saturday, October 1
- 7:30 AM - Sun City Center Tennis - Tennis (Men's)
- 7:30 AM - Sun City Center Tennis - Tennis (Women's)
- Sunday, October 2
- 7:30 AM - Sun City Center Tennis - Tennis (Men's)
- 7:30 AM - Sun City Center Tennis - Tennis (Women's)
- Monday, October 3
- 9 AM - Barksdale Active Adult Center - Walk/run -1 mile
- 10 AM - Barksdale Active Adult Center - Opening Ceremony / Talent showcase - registration required, no fee if this is your only activity
- 1 PM - Pinchasers - Bowling
- Tuesday, October 4
- 8 AM - Barksdale Active Adult Center - Shuffleboard
- 1 PM - Lightfoot Senior Recreation Center - Dominoes
- Wednesday, October 5
- 8 AM - Miller Park and Life Center - Bag Toss
- 1 PM - Lightfoot Senior Recreation Center - Bunco
- Thursday, October 6
- 8 AM - Summerfield Crossing - Golf ($25 fee)
- Friday, October 7
- 8 AM - Northlakes Sports Complex - Pickleball (Men's)
- 10:30 AM - Northlakes Sports Complex - Pickleball (Women's)
- Saturday, October 1
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Week 2 - Oct. 8 - 14
- Saturday, October 8
- 8 AM - Northlakes Sports Complex - Pickleball - Mixed Doubles
- Sunday, October 9
8:30 AM - Gaither High School- Track & field events- 50 meter dash
- 100 meter dash
- 200 meter dash
- 400 meter dash
- Standing long jump
- Shot put
- Discus
- Monday, October 10
1 PM at Brewland's Billiards- Billiards
- Darts
- Tuesday, October 11
- 9 AM - Northdale Rec Center - Table Tennis - Mens
- 9 AM - Northdale Rec Center - Table Tennis - Womens
- Thursday, October 13
- 8 AM - Barksdale Active Adult Center - Horseshoes
- Friday, October 14
- 11 AM - Closing luncheon at University Area Community Complex
- Ticket included if participating in multiple days events, or can be bought separately if participating in a single day
- Saturday, October 8
Additional Information
- The Tampa Bay Active Life Games is a regional qualifier for Florida Senior Games
- The Tampa Bay Active Life Games is supported by Friends of the County Parks
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FAQ
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Do I need to be a Florida Resident to participate in the Tampa Bay
Active Life Games?
No, the Tampa Bay Active Life Games are open to all 50+ athletes. However, is you are using the Tampa Bay Active Life Games to qualify for the Florida State Senior Games, the Florida State Senior Games does require participants to be Florida residents.
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How do I qualify for Florida State Senior Games?
In most events, you will need to be in the top five placement of your age group and gender.
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What are the dates for Florida State Senior Games?
December 3 - 11 in Greater Ft. Lauderdale area. For more information contact games@playinflorida.com or call (850) 577-7200.
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What are the age brackets?
Age brackets are determined by the age the participant is on December 31, 2022. They go 50 -54, 55 - 59, 60 - 64, 65- 69, and so on. If you play with a partner, the age bracket you will compete in is for the youngest partner's age bracket.
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What type of track will be used for Track events?
Rubberized Track
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Will there be a starting block for track?
No
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Will Pickleball be played on an indoor or outdoor court?
Outdoor
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What type of ball is used for Pickleball?
Franklin X 40 outdoor pickleballs
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What happens if I don't have a partner?
We are unable to assign partners. We encourage you to go to your local recreation center and play the sport to find new partners.
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How do I sponsor Tampa Bay Active Life Games?
We love our sponsors. If you are interested contact Recreation_Admin@HCFLGov.net for more information.
Contact
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