Continuing Education
City of Austin Parks and Recreation Varsity Generation Educational Program is a mixture of non-profits, private organizations, volunteers, and staff that provide services and supplies to the seniors in the Austin and surrounding area. These classes, presentations and fairs are designed to bring seniors resources and information that concern:
FinanceHealthMedicalGovernmentSecurityGardeningHousingLeisureComputer EducationMoviesBook reading/Book Club
Excursions
City of Austin Parks and Recreation Varsity Generation Senior Trip Excursions program provides a variety of destinations for participants to engage in.
There are four different categories in which participants choose: adventure/bucket list, educational, entertainment, and health/fitness.
Adventure/Bucket list- Zipline, IFly, Swimming with Dolphins, and Overnight CampingEducation-cultural, arts/music, history, science, nature, and museums.Entertainment- Theater/Plays, Festivals, Movies, Theme Parks, Shopping, Sight-Seeing.Health/Fitness- Hiking, Biking, and Kayaking
Healthy Lifestyle
City of Austin Parks and Recreation Varsity Generation Healthy Lifestyle Program is sponsored by volunteers, non-profits and private organizations that provide services, equipment and supplies to the seniors in the Austin and surrounding area. These classes take place to inspire Austin seniors to learn, play, protect and connect by creating diverse programs and experiences in sustainable natural spaces and public places.
Fitness RoomLine DancingZumbaStretch and strengthSeniorsizeSenior Health and FitnessTai ChiYoga
Volunteer Programs
Help make our community a better place to live by volunteering! There are several volunteer opportunities with the City of Austin that support City services and programs, and Austin’s quality of life.
Class instructorsMeal volunteersOffice VolunteersCommunity service projects
For more volunteer opportunities please call your city of Austin senior center.
Socials
City of Austin Parks and Recreation Varsity Generation Socials are aimed to provide a variety of fun activities that coincide with the holidays
Community Needs
Senior Transportation
As part of the Austin Parks and Recreation Department’s Senior Support Services, Senior Transportation offers several services for older adults in the greater Austin area. By calling 974-1464, we can get you out and about with our services. Our goal is to provide a special system of transportation to enhance quality of life and promote independence for persons 60 years of age or older.
Senior Meal Programs
The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department welcomes Meals on Wheels and More as our partner for the delivery of congregate meals to eight (8) recreation/neighborhood and senior activity centers throughout Austin. The Senior Congregate Meals Program is open to anyone 60 years of age or older. The meals are at the suggested Client Share donation of $1.00 to $3.00 but no contribution is required. In addition to lunch, participants share social and recreational activities and receive additional benefits such as nutrition education, health and welfare counseling and information and referral services.
Facility and Grounds Rentals
2026 Facility Rental Agreement
Staff
Johnny Saldana – Recreation Program Supervisor
Justin Talioaga – Recreation Program Specialist
Mariah Silva – Recreation Program Specialist
Carrolyn Vaterlaus – Recreation Program Specialist
Daniel Mendoza – Administrative Assistant
Arthur Ramirez – Building & Grounds Assistance