Ormond Beach Senior Games Happening Now

The Ormond Beach Senior Games, a regional Olympics of sorts offering a variety of events, started Saturday, Oct. 24, and end Nov. 1. Winners qualify for the state games in December.

Most contestants started training as the years went by, and were not great athletes when younger. They train as a way to stay fit, active, and healthy as they pass the milestone of 50 years of age.

The 27 scheduled sports and activities are as diverse as the participants. There are the physically demanding -- 5K run, beach volleyball, tennis, racquetball, cycling -- and the less taxing -- billiards, croquet, shuffleboard, spelling, trivia, darts.

More than 250 competitors are expected, starting with today's 5K run and ending with bowling Nov. 1 at the Ormond Lanes. Last year, participants hailed from 53 Florida cities, four states and Canada. "I'd say 30 percent of the participants are from outside the area," said Mike Demchak, who oversees community events like the games for the city. "But the majority are from Volusia and Flagler."

For event details visit Ormond Beach Events. To learn more about the Senior Games, visit NSGA.com and the Florida Senior Games page.

If you come to watch an event or support one of the athletes, be sure and give me a call to talk about our great Ormond Beach lifestyle. I can help you with relocation questions and plans.

SherryArmstrong, Realtor
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