The city of Las Vegas offers a variety of recreation programs that honor veterans and adults of diverse abilities through fitness, outdoor adventure and social connection. Whether you’re interested in group therapy in the pool, adaptive cycling or simply enjoying activities like pickleball, gardening or esports, there’s something for everyone. Membership options like the Veterans Pass, Disabled Veterans Pass and Outdoor Rec Pass provide access to a wide range of activities, from golf and bowling to camping and canoeing, all led by caring, experienced staff. These programs encourage independence, healthy living and camaraderie while creating a welcoming space for participants to thrive together.
Memberships
- Disabled Veterans Pass
Let us show you our appreciation for your service. With this pass, you will have the opportunity to participate in as little or as many of our recreation programs as you wish. These programs include fitness gym, fitness classes (strength & conditioning, zumba, yoga), pickleball, bowling, golf, gardening and eSports! This pass is grant funded. Memberships are limited. For more information contact Andrea Anzalone at aanzalone@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.6706.
- Outdoor Rec Pass
Adults 18 and older of diverse abilities will be able to experience different activities in the outdoors. These programs include cycling, camping, hiking, skiing, canoeing, rock climbing and more. For more information, contact Ashlynn Werner at awerner@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.4043.
- Veterans Pass
Let us show you our appreciation for your service. With this pass, you will get to sample of all the new and fun ways to recreate. From working out in our gyms to breaking a sweat at pickleball, to trying out your green thumb in our gardening program, you will find there is something for everyone. For more information contact Andrea Anzalone at aanzalone@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.6706.
Adaptive Trips
- Outdoor Adventures – 702.229.4043
Adults 18 and older of diverse abilities experience the outdoors in a fun and educational way. Adventure programming will vary from camping, hiking, skiing, canoeing, rock climbing and more. Activities are planned to promote a healthy lifestyle, social skills, individuality and independence. For more information, contact Ashlynn Werner at awerner@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.4043.
Adaptive Fitness & Wellness
- Adaptive Cycling - 702.229.4043
Adaptive cycling is a fun, engaging activity for adults with diverse abilities. Cycling promotes and encourages a healthy lifestyle, social skills and independence. Sessions are available on a weekly basis every Wednesday and Saturday mornings at 8 a.m. at Wayne Bunker Park, 7351 W. Alexander Rd. Hand cycles and recumbent trikes will be provided at a limited supply. For more information, contact Ashlynn Werner at awerner@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.4043.
- Beyond the Boots Women’s Retreat - 702.229.4073
This program provides quarterly half-day and overnight retreats for women veterans to experience a peaceful escape in nature, breathe fresh air, and reconnect with themselves.
- Disabled Veterans Bowling - 702.229.6706
If you’ve competed in a bowling league or are more of a passive bowler, this program provides an opportunity to socialize with other service men/women while participating in a fun, yet competitive sport. Sessions are held at Santa Fe Hotel & Casino, 4949 N. Rancho Drive. A Disabled Veterans Pass is required. For more information, contact Andrea Anzalone at aanzalone@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.6706.
- Disabled Veterans Golf - 702.229.6706
Golf is a great sport if you are looking to get outdoors, relieve some stress, get an entire body workout and interact with fellow service men/women. You will learn the skills of golf taught by experienced golfers. The eight-week sessions are held at Las Vegas Golf Club, 4300 W. Washington Ave. A Disabled Veterans Pass is required. For more information, contact Andrea Anzalone at aanzalone@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.6706.
- Disabled Veterans Strength Training - 702.229.6706
No matter your fitness level, come and get your sweat on with classes that will enhance your strength, while building muscle and improving your cardio. The program utilizes a combination of free weights, machines and cardio equipment. Classes are held at Dula Community Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road. A Disabled Veterans Pass is required. For more information, contact Andrea Anzalone at aanzalone@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.6706.
- Outdoor Adventure Hikes - 702.229.4043
This group will promote a healthy lifestyle and challenge adults of all abilities to grow as individuals through visiting what is in our own back yard in Las Vegas. All hikes will be led by and an experienced guide. All levels of hiking ability are welcome. For more information, contact Ashlynn Werner at awerner@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.4043.
- Pickleball - 702.229.6706
Pickleball is paddleball sport that combines elements of badminton, table tennis and tennis. Pickleball is easy to learn, provides social connections and health benefits as it’s an aerobic sport. Come learn the highly trending sport of Pickleball with experienced instructors. The best aspect of Pickleball is, anyone can play! The program is offered at Dula Community Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road. For more information, contact Andrea Anzalone at aanzalone@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.6706.
Adaptive Classes
- Disabled Veterans eSports – 702.229.6706
Studies have shown that gaming can provide solace to Veterans that face substance abuse, PTSD, anxiety and other mental health challenges. Our eSports room is an inviting and relaxing space where we offer a wide array of games to choose from to play. Come game with us while relieving some stress and socialize with fellow service men/women. Games are held at Dula Community Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road. A Disabled Veterans Pass is required. For more information, contact Andrea Anzalone at aanzalone@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.6706.
- Disabled Veterans Gardening – 702.229.6706
Gardening has so many therapeutic benefits that include building self-esteem, improving hand strength, promotes healthy eating, promotes socialization, and improves mental health and so much more. Come get your hands dirty and join our gardening class where you will learn to improve on your gardening skills while making new friends. Classes are held at Dula Community Center, 451 E. Bonanza Road. A Disabled Veterans Pass is required. For more information, contact Andrea Anzalone at aanzalone@lasvegasnevada.gov or 702.229.6706.