There are a wide variety of sports for seniors that offer not just entertainment but healthy activity for seniors in their golden years. It's unsurprising that the people who are the most physically and mentally healthy in their twilight years are often the ones who are still young on the inside, and are willing to play sports and partake in physical activities to stay mentally alert and physically fit.
The advent of technology as well as advances in industrial design and engineering mean that there is now a wide variety of sports equipment suitable for seniors, that takes into account their unique physical abilities.
Popular sports for seniors include run the gamut from boxing and martial arts to bodybuilding and team sports.
11 Sports for Seniors
From Fitness Competitions for Seniors to Competitive Outhouse Racing:
Rahul Kalvapalle — Sep 12, 2014 — Life-Stages
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Fitness Competitions for Seniors
79 Year-Old Bodybuilder Ray Moon
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Auto-Adjusting Cycle Seats
The Elev8 Bike Allows Elderly to Change Height at Whim
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Senior Superhero Scooters
74-Year-Old Grandpa Brian Vann Builds Personal Batmobile
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Record-Breaking Boomers
Jennifer Figge Becomes First Female to Swim Across Atlantic
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Sparring Senior Citizens
At 70+ Years Old, The Dutch Windmills Can Still Kick Your Ass
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Elderly Exercise Equipment
Miriam Petersen Designs an Outdoor Gym for Retirees
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Competitive Outhouse Racing
These Portable Bathrooms Take on Completely New Uses in This Race
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Superfit Seniors
Inspirational Fitness Stories Go Beyond Age
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Boomer Racketeers Change to Pickleball
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Active Aging
Fencing and Sword Fighting Seniors in Australia
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Senior Judo Experts
Keiko Fukuda is the First Female 10th Degree Black Belt
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Senior-Targeted Beers
Beck's 70+ is a Bitter Beer Exclusively for Mature Drinkers
Customizable Senior E-Bikes
Hase Bike’s Trigo Up E is Made with Elderly Riders in Mind
Collaboration Retro Tennis Apparel
The Lacoste x Sporty & Rich Collection Has a Soft Palette
Retro Sporty Luxe Accessories
adidas Presents a New Series of Nostalgic Retro Accessories
Preserve-Themed Pickleball Gear
Vlasic X Sprints Collaborated on a Pickleball Collection
Inclusive AI Trainings
Asics is Retraining AI on What Healthy People Look Like
Empowering Body-Confidence Sports Ads
Dove's 2024 Super Bowl Ad Will Inspire Young Girls
Colorful Athleisure Essentials
Jill Yoga’s Athleisure Line is Colorful, Cozy, & Performance-Driven
Space-Saving Training Sets
The Tempo Move is a Compact At-home Gym and Table Hybrid
Sporty Fashion Spring Campaigns
adidas Originals Introduces the 1000 Back Campaign
Senior Pet-Friendly Walking Aids
The Steady Walking Aid is Meant to Assist Elderly Pets
Space-Conscious Exercise Kits
The Conceptual 'SUMMER' Home Fitness Kit is All-in-One
Strength Training Wearables
Whoop's Strength Training Feature Measures a Workout's Muscular Load
Bookshelf Board Games
These Classic Board Games are Disguised as Vintage Books
Road Racer Running Shoes
The adidas Adizero Takumi Sen 10s are Ready for Shorter Races
Mid-Life Sex Festivals
Davina McCall Debuts World's First Menopausal Sex Festival for Gen X Women
Cross Sports Athletic Wear
The Reigning Champ x Racquet Magazine Line Arrives in Time for Summer
Snazzy Electric Mobility Scooters
The 'Tectus' is Designed to Transport Seniors In Safety & Style
Cross-Cultural Esports Programs
USEF and Ghost Gaming Debut the International Esports Exchange
Timeless Sports Drinks
Ancient Drinks Offers Time-Honored Recipes for Enhanced Energy
Sleek Senior Walker Concepts
The Conceptual Suzuki Go! Motorized Walker Has a Wrap-Around Frame
Senior-Supporting Exoskeletons
This Robotic Exoskeleton Can Help Augment Elderly Care Services
Modernly Optimized Tennis Racquets
The Snauwaert 'HI-TEN' Tennis Racquet Improves Performance
Senior Safe Sex Campaigns
Jems Launched a Bold New Campaign Called “F#cking Old”
Gen Alpha Fitness Influencers
ASICS' Little Reminders Inspires Adults to Make Movement Joyful
Senior-Friendly Snacks
These Packaged Snacks Speak to the Needs of Senior Snackers
Multi-Functional Compact Fitness Tools
The Conceptual CARVE1 Sportsball is Compact & Versatile
Tennis Icon-Inspired Collections
Wilson Sportswear's Modern Icons Collection is Performance-Driven
Everyday Athleticism Sneakers
On Running The Roger Spin Sneakers are Athletic and Sustainable
Athleisure Resale Marketplaces
Vitality's New Platform Fosters the Purchase & Sale Of Used Apparel
Plogging-Friendly Sports Bands
Fountain Studio Develops a Device to Enhance Eco Running Adventures
Spherical Athletic Large Ballparks
BIG Designs a Ballpark on the Vegas Strip for the Athletics
Olympic-Ready Elevated Footwear
Nike Optimizes its Air Cushioning Tech in New Range of Shoes
Dog-Friendly Board Games
The Dog’s Best Friend Game Incorporates Enrichment and Training
VR Physiotherapy Tools
A Team of UniSA Researchers Created Superhero Therapy for Pain Management
Senior-Centric Smartwatches
This Standalone Smartwatch Links Seniors With Their Service Providers
Remote Aging Care Solutions
Essence SmartCare Revolutionizes Aging-In-Place Healthcare Solutions
Garden-Themed Activewear Capsules
MoveActive's Garden Party Collection is Eye-Catching
Gamified Tennis Metaverses
Race to Wimbledon is a Fast-Paced Game on Fortnite
Stylish Outdoor Gyms
The Out-Fit Gym Was Designed by Studio Adolini for Ethimo
Socially Focused Sports Centers
MoDus Architects Reveal the Fieldhouse Sports Center in Italy
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Hyper-Personalized Wellness Apps
28 Seeks to Empower Women on Their Wellness Journey
Dosage-Managing Medicine Boxes
Tarun Pahadiya's MedEasy Box Project is Designed for the Elderly
Boozy Backyard Games
Beer Darts is an Engaging Spin on Traditional Backyard Games
Slick Steel Torches
Mathieu Lehanneur Unveils the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Torches
Muscle Loss-Combating Playground Benches
Helan & RAAK Design Modify Benches to Encourage Activity
Summer-Ready Luxe Sporty Fashion
The New Fendi Active Basketball Series Readies for Summer
Sporting Moment-Inspired Fall Fashion
Admiral Sporting Goods Presents its New Capsule for FW23
Plastic-Free Compostable Sportswear
Community Clothing's Organic Athletic Uses Natural Materials
Gen Z Sports Apps
Stadium Live is Aiming to Entice Gen Z Consumers with Immersive Experiences
Senior Self-Care Campaigns
L'Oreal Paris is Celebrating the Aging Consumer with 'Age Perfect'
Cellular Health Dog Supplements
Zesty Paws' Healthy Aging NAD+ Precursor Supports Happy Aging
Adaptive Senior Fashion
Joe & Bella Specializes in Modern, Adaptive Fashion for Seniors
Dog Longevity Supplements
Arterra's Advanced Dog Supplements Boast 63 Science-Backed Ingredients
Exercise-Focused Gaming Apps
The Smart 5min x Suika Game is Entertaining and Beneficial
Hyper-Durable Hydration Bottles
The Hydro Flask Sport Bottle is Ready for Any Athletic Endeavor
Nourishing Pickleball Pop-Ups
The Quaker Pickleball Academy Refuels Active Individuals
Gamer-Targeted Workout Plans
Go Mate, Sergio Aguero, and Astralis Launch a Workout Plan For Gamers
On-the-Go Audio Workouts
Obé On the Go Supports Screen-Free Movement
AI Spin Coaches
'Spun' is an AI Fitness Coach That Re-Defines Indoor Cycling Classes
Multifaceted Swimsuit Cover Models
Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Enlists Martha Stewart on its Cover
Sporty Gen Alpha Footwear
The HOKA Youth Collection Supports the Next Generation of Athletes
Senior Reskilling Initiatives
Google Partnered with AARP to Train Those Aged 50+ on Tech Jobs
Toronto Pickleball Clubs
Fairgrounds and QuadReal are Hosting a Free-to-play Pickleball Weekend
Vibrant Women's Athlete Kits
Oakland Soul Sports Club Unveils Its 2024 Designs
Ability-Focused CSR Campaigns
Decathlon's Ability Signs Reshape the Narrative around Disabilities
20s-Inspired Sportswear Collections
Balmain Unveils Its New Vintage-Themed Sportswear Range
Sporty All-Inclusive Retreats
Rise Up Surf Retreats Offers a Unique and Holistic Experience
Active Lifestyle Retailer Ranges
The Sports Edit on M&S Now Features Reebok and Puma
Dedicated Mobile Fitness Apps
SilverSneakers GO Helps Older Consumers Stay Fit in 2024
Plant-Powered Sports Hydrators
Sap's Makes Plant-Powered Performance Beverages
Violence-Combatting Sporty Capsules
adidas and Arsenal Expand the No More Red Collection
Optimized Aging Supplements
Qualia Senolytic is a Two-Day Regimen Targeting "Zombie Cells"
One-on-One Coaching Marketplaces
Skillest Launches New Sports to Its Roster of Coaching Offerings
Body Confidence Coaching Programs
Dove & Nike are Launching Body Confident Sport for Girls
Club-Backed Esports Partnerships
Sporting CP Teams Up with Esports Organisation DUX Gaming
Basketball Social Networks
Basktball is the Sports Social Network for Fans and Players Alike
Senior-Focused Wellness Platforms
Mirabelle Launches a New AI-Powered Fitness Hub for Seniors
Size-Inclusive Pickleball Bras
Glamorise Offers Size-Inclusive Sports Bras for Pickleball Players
Multi-Generational Vacation Packages
Multigenerational Vacations Connect Seniors with Grandkids
Expansive Pickleball Stadiums
The World's First Pickleball Stadium Will Open in South Florida
Perimenopause Coaching Programs
Wingwoman Supports Millennials' Reproductive Health Journey
Inclusive Nutritional Supplements
The Optavia Active Supplements Target All Kinds of Athletes
Adult Board Game Campaigns
Hasbro and Ageless Innovation Rebrand Childhood Games for Adults
Soccer-Specific Online Retail Destinations
Men in Blazers Has Partnered with WorldSoccerSShop
Pickleball Drink Mixes
Jigsaw Health's Pickleball Cocktail Supports Healthy Muscles
Boomer-Friendly Travel Services
Silver Travel Advisor Offers Curated Holidays for Mature Travelers
Plant-Powered Senior Dog Foods
Petaluma's Senior Dog Food Formula Includes Age-Defying Nutrients
Digital At-Home Healthcare
birdie Helps Older Adults Receive Quality Care Using Digital Interfaces
Transparent Healthcare Campaigns
Kaiser Permanente Aims to Support the Modern Aging Consumer
Transformational Yoga Activities
The CircusYoga Program is Fit for Ages 7 to 107
Style-Conscious Mobility Aids
Medline & Martha Stewart Teamed Up on Safety & Mobility Aids
Connected Training Baseballs
The Playfinity Backyard League Smart Gaming Baseball is App-Enabled
Free Family Hotel Getaways
A U.K-Based Hotel Company is Offering Free Rooms for Senior Citizens
Senior Care Robots
An Autonomous Robot Called Aiden Enhances Senior Care in Singapore
Betting-Ready Sports Apps
Apple's Latest Sports App Streamlines Scores and Stat Viewing
Financial Security Research Partnerships
The NIA Partnered with Sun Life on a New Initiative
Folding Strength Training Systems
The MAJOR FITNESS LIGHTNING F35 Offers Over 80 Workouts
Adult Swim Clubs
The Allianz Swim Club Teaches Adults How to Swim
Holistic Weight Management Tools
Health Kraft Me Empowers Women 40 and Above to Stay Healthy
Organic Athletic Supplement Ranges
Garden of Life Sports Supplements Come in New Options
Purpose-Driven Boomer Vacations
Discover Corps' Volunteer Vacations Appeal to Active Older Adults
Outdoor Activity Challenges
L.L.Bean is Inviting People Outside for Mental Health Awareness Month
Winter Clothing Drives
United Way Organizes an Initiative to Collect Winter Clothing for Seniors
Inclusive Adaptive Basketball Uniforms
Adaptive Sports Northwest and adidas Join on a Capsule
AI Boomer Mentor Programs
Eldera is Connecting Baby Boomers with Kids Who Need Mentors
Retro-Inspired Boxing Gear
The Modest Vintage Player Offers Gear with a Vintage Aesthetic
Men's Mental Health Services
Rocky Health Launched Mental Health Services Specifically for Men
Exercise Recovery Campaigns
California Almonds' National Recovery Day Kick-Starts the Offseason
Generational-Lasting Dynamic Playgrounds
Mike Hewson Designs a New Public Playground with Boulders
Follow-Up Golf Game Launches
Sports Story Recently Launched on Nintendo Switch Platforms
Pizza-Themed Beer Promotions
This Old Golden Hen Promotion Offers Wood-Fired Pizza Ovens
Multigenerational European Tours
Road Scholar's 'Exploring Copenhagen' Package is for Families
Enriching Senior Initiatives
Ogilvy Shanghai Debuts a Seniors Initiative Called 'Morning Shanghai'
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Fantasy Sports Betting Apps
OnlyBets Builds a Sense of Community Around its Players
Boomers Travel Insurance
Boomers Travel Insurance Helps Protect Baby Boomers Travels
Inclusive Sports Torches
The Paris 2024 Olympics Torch Won’t Be Extinguished After The Games
Heritage Month Sports Campaigns
ESPN's 'Somos' Campaign Celebrates Hispanic Sports Icons
Stadium-Based Gaming Facilities
Sheffield Wednesday's Owls Esports Gets a New Esports Arena
Student-Focused Esports Deals
Generation Esports Partners with Nintendo for Middle School Esports
Temporary Retirement Sweepstakes
Coors Light is Helping Adults to Experience the Retiree Life
Esports Mental Health Initatives
UKETC's Teams Unite with Play Aid for a Mental Health Initiative
Knee-Strengthening Training Systems
The TheraScoop Lateral Trainer Has Eight Resistance Levels
Senior-Specific Health Fairs
The City of Coral Springs is Hosting a Free Health Fair for Seniors
High-Tech Indoor Skiing Machines
The Concept 2 SkiErg Gives You a Full-Body Workout
Fitness-Focused Sport Headphones
These Creative Outlier Headphones Come in Two Models
Athlete-Led Shopping Sprees
DICK'S Sporting Goods' Holiday Shopping Sprint is Led by Kelsey Plum
50+ Living Communities
GemLife Creates Vibrant Communities for Australians Over 50 Years Old
Esports Wellness Courses
Entain Foundation U.S. Introduces a New Esports Mental Wellness Campaign
Inclusive Accessibility-Focused Tournaments
Ghost Gaming Hosts the 'Adaptive Gaming Cup'
Empowering Educational Initiatives
Sight School Empowers Individuals with Visual Impairments
German Sports Channels
wedotv Debuts a FAST Sports Channel Covering Horse Racing and Sports Events
Senior-Focused Defense Classes
Bemidji Senior Center Will Host a Senior Self-Defense Class
Senior-Friendly Pride Campaigns
misterb&b and Les Audacieuses et Les Audacieux Target Seniors
Senior Enrichement Programs
Art Windsor-Essex Aims to Combat Social Isolation and More
Comprehensive Fitness Platforms
Fitcomrade Combines Multiple Tools and Platforms into One
Senior-Targeted Website Builders
Dwellr Seeks to Help Senior Communities Facing Limitations