Rocky Mount Senior Center

Rocky Mount Senior Center A parks and recreation community center open to individuals age 50 or older. The center is nationally accredited by National Council on Aging's NISC.

The Division of Senior Programs provides endless learning and recreational/leisure opportunities for adults 50 or older to age actively. In addition we serve as an information and referral service hub for the older adult community. Our programs and services are broken up into the following categories:

1. Health/Wellness - Low-Impact/Chair Aerobics, Zumba, Line Dancing, Fitness Center, Water Aerob

ics, Aqua Zumba, Lap Swimming, various Health Screenings, and Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP).

2. Day and Overnight Trips - Various locations such as Blue Ridge Mountains, aquariums, museums, novelty shops, restaurants, farmer's market, beaches, and casino boats just to name a few.

3. Special Events - Annual and seasonal events such as Christmas Lights Tour, Christmas Gala Luncheon, Ice Cream Social, Dinner Theatre, Dances, New Years Party, Unity Luncheon, Veterans’ Luncheon, Senior Tea Party, Senior Day at the Mall, National Senior Health & Fitness Day and many more.

4. Athletics Leagues and Tournaments - Softball, Bowling, Billiards and the Down East Senior Games

5. Educational Classes/Workshops - Scam Alerts, Computer Classes, Tax Workshops, and Arts & Crafts Classes.

6. Drop-in/Informal Recreation Activities - Walking, computer lab, library, horseshoe, shuffle board, TV/Lounge, Bingo, cards, and puzzles.

7. Senior Clubs - As part of our commitment to being a “center without borders” the division serves as a liaison to several local clubs for individuals 55 or older. Joining a club is a great way to meet new people, socialize, and learn about senior issues and happenings. Clubs usually meet once a month. For more information contact the Senior Center.

8. Information and Referral Service - For all Senior Adults to various other services located in surrounding area.

9. Volunteer Opportunities - Volunteers play a vital role in the success of the Division of Senior Programs and the Rocky Mount Senior Center. We are constantly seeking highly energetic and dedicated individuals to serve in a wide array of volunteer roles. Opportunities include front desk receptionist, assistance with mailing newsletters, class instructors, and division special events. Interested individuals are encouraged to stop by the facility or contact us at 252-972-1561. All volunteers are required to attend a volunteer orientation. While many of our activities are free to all participants, some classes/activities do require a small monthly, daily, or one time registration fee.

Starting off the week with water aerobics!
05/04/2026

Starting off the week with water aerobics!

04/01/2026

The Rocky Mount Senior Center will be closed on Friday, April 3, 2026.

04/01/2026

Pool Hours Update:
Open swim for Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday are now 8:30am to 10:30am.

All other times remain the same for the pool.

The City of Rocky Mount is looking for lifeguards. Do you have a desire to serve your community and work outdoors. If ...
03/06/2026

The City of Rocky Mount is looking for lifeguards. Do you have a desire to serve your community and work outdoors. If so, click on link for more details.

The primary purpose of the course in the American Red Cross lifeguarding program is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to prevent, recognize and respond to emergencies; and provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illness un...

03/05/2026
March 2026 Newsletter
03/05/2026

March 2026 Newsletter

The 2026 February Senior Center.
02/05/2026

The 2026 February Senior Center.

02/20/2025

For Friday, Feb. 21: City of Rocky Mount offices, Thursday route garbage & recycling collection, and Tar River Transit, will operate on a 2-hour delay. Yard waste will not be collected. Friday's garbage & recycling collection will occur on Saturday.

Address

427 S Church Street
Rocky Mount, NC

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12529721152

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