The Illinois Senior Olympics based in Springfield began in 1977, making it the oldest State Games in the United States. Springfield’s first Senior Olympics hosted 122 athletes. Today, the Illinois games hosts up to 1,400 male and female athletes with an age range of 50 years and better. The Illinois Senior Olympics include more than 20 events and 3 team sports. Springfield is the only qualifying site in Illinois for athletes that would like to participate in the National Senior Games. The Illinois Senior Olympics is proud to promote healthy lifestyles for seniors. The games are an excellent way for seniors to be fit and active and improve their physical and mental condition. This is a great opportunity to socialize with other athletes, enjoy some friendly competition and engage the entire family in health and wellness. The 2019 Illinois Senior Olympics are right around the corner. Please see below for our schedule of events. The Illinois Senior Olympics would not be possible without great volunteers. We have several volunteer opportunities for sports enthusiasts of all ages. These games are hosted in cooperation with the Springfield Park District & the Senior Services of Central IL, Inc. For more information, please visit the Illinois Senior Olympics website or call our office at (217)528-4035. Fast Facts:
Volunteer Opportunities
July 27: Stoneman Triathlon - Lake Springfield Beach House August 3: Cycling - Chatham Intermediate School August 27: Bridge - Erin's Pavilion September 12th, 13th, & 14th: Pickleball - Iles Park September 14: Archery - Robin Roberts Stadium September 14 & 15: Softball - Spartan Sports Park September 18 & 19: Tennis - Velasco Tennis Center September 19: Mini Golf - Knight's Action Park September 19: Badminton - Downtown YMCA September 19: Basketball Free Throw - Downtown YMCA September 19: Rope Skipping - Downtown YMCA September 20: Casting - Washington Park September 20: Celebration of Athletes - Erin's Pavilion September 20 & 21: Shuffleboard - Lincoln Park September 20 & 21: Bowling - King Pin Lanes September 20 & 21: Table Tennis - Douglas Avenue United Methodist Church September 21: 5K & 10K Runs - Washington Park September 21: Swimming - Eisenhower Pool September 21: Bags - Lincoln Park September 21: Horseshoes - Lincoln Park September 22: Track and Field - Memorial Stadium September 23: Golf - Lincoln Greens October TBD: Wii Bowling - Erin's Pavilion TBD: Basketball TBD: Volleyball
The Illinois Senior Olympics is headquartered at the Senior Services of Central IL, 701 West Mason Street, Springfield. The majority of events take place at the Springfield Park District facilities and outdoor spaces. For more information contact Justin Yuroff at (217) 528-4035 or visit the websites below: Senior Services of Central IL, Inc: www.ssoci.org Illinois Senior Olympics:www.ilsenoly.org National Senior Games Association: www.nsga.com