About Us
The Senior Recreation Program provides recreational programs for Senior Citizens ages 50 and above. We provide numerous activities, lectures, health information and much more. In addition, we are concerned with what the community would like to see happen in the program and encourage your input. We are not an Adult Day Care Center. Participants must be able to maintain their own personal hygiene without assistance. No drop offs allowed. Care providers must be with client at all times. Senior Recreation Services is located in the East Wing of the Congresswoman Juanita Millender McDonald Community Center, office hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. For more information, call (310) 835-0212, ext. 1479.
Classes and programs do not run-on City Holidays. All Fees Are Subject to Change. NO CHILDREN ALLOWED IN SENIOR PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES, TRIPS OR SPECIAL EVENTS.
Carson Event Center
801 E. Carson St. Carson, CA 90745
Salsa Dance: Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Needle Craft, Tuesday/Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Chair Exercise: Tuesday. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Body Balancing: Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Table Games: Thursday, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tai Chi: Thursday, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Yoga: Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Yoga w/Charlene, Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Social Bingo Clubs
*Fee to participate
Senior Clubs and Groups are co-sponsored by the City, yet operate independently. Activities include bingo, games, cards, and luncheons.
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- Bingo Games are SOLD at 11:00 a.m.
- Bingo STOPS selling at 12:15 p.m.
- Bingo BEGINS at 12:35 p.m.
- Bingo ENDS at 3:45 p.m.
VIP Club: Tuesday, 11:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
TLC Club: Wednesday, 11:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Jolly Club: Thursday, 11:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Friendship Club: Friday, 11:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Swinging 50's Club: Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
*swinging 50's club meets at Dominguez Park: 21330 S. Santa Fe Ave. Carson, CA 90801
Free Tax preparation for Seniors
The AARP offers free tax preparation help to anyone, and if you are 50 and older, and can't afford a tax preparation service, we were made especially for you! We understand that retirement or other life changes may mean your taxes are a little more complicated now. With the help of our team of IRS-certified volunteers, we make it easy for you. AARP Foundation
Tax-Aide will be available at the Carson Community Center on Monday & Wednesday between February-April 2024. There's no fee and no sales pitch for other services, and AARP membership is not required. This service is provided by appointment only, so please call (310) 835-0212 ext. 1479 to make your appointment today.
Carson Park
21411 Orrick Ave. Carson, CA 90745
Hula Hoop Fitness: Monday, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Open Basketball: Monday thru Thursday, 10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Line Dance: Tuesday, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Zumba: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Functional Fitness: Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Yoga: Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Zumba Gold: Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Country Line Dance: Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Open Fitness Room: Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Stevenson Park
17400 Lysander Drive. Carson, CA 90746
Open Fitness Room: Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Yoga: Monday, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Line Dance: Friday, 10:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Foisia Park
23410 Catskill Ave. Carson, CA 90745
Open Fitness Room: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Open Basketball: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Senior Technology Center
801 E. Carson St. Carson, CA 90745
The Senior Computer Lab was dedicated on February 11, 2004, through the generous support of Computers4School. The lab offers 19 computer stations and internet access. Seniors will acquire skills that will allow them to keep up with the advances of technology and save time with tasks such as preparing tax forms, researching information, and communicating with their loved ones.
NOTE: Must be 50+ of age in order to participate.
For further information, please call (310) 835-0212 ext.1479