Hobbies And Interests
Exercise
Adults that enjoy exercise have the choice of more than 80 parks and over 60 miles of trails administered by the City of Knoxville (ci.knoxville.tn.us). Many of the trails run through greenway areas, linking the city parks together and providing scenic locations to enjoy walking, jogging and biking. Seven city recreation and community centers have training equipment for those who prefer to exercise indoors.
Sport
Facilities for golfers in Knoxville include Whittle Springs Golf Course (golfwhittlesprings.com). Players have the choice of three tees, with the back set playing to a length of just over 5,700 yards and rated a Par 70. Knoxville women skaters have the chance to get involved in team sport through the Hard Knox Roller Girls flat track roller derby league (hardknoxrollergirls.com). Matches take place at the Knoxville Coliseum and Knoxville Convention Center, with skaters welcome to contact the organization about joining.
Cultural Activities
The Tennessee Theater (tennesseetheater.com) began life as a movie theater in the 1920s, although restoration and renovation in the early 2000s converted it to a performing arts center. Visitors can take in a variety of performance styles, from classical music to live theater, vintage movies and dance. Art enthusiasts can take in the exhibitions at the Knoxville Museum of Art (knoxart.org). The museum displays the works of East Tennessee artists, as well as displaying a permanent collection of paintings and sculptures to view.
Outdoor Activities
The Ijams Nature Center (ijams.org) covers 275 acres of land in Knoxville, providing a location within the city for outdoor activities. Options available for visitors include hiking the 10 miles of trails that run through woodlands and meadows. A boardwalk running along the bank of the Tennessee River provides hikers with a view of the river. Adults can also enjoy programs and workshops related to the environment, with some of these including organic gardening and tips to create a bird friendly yard.
Seniors
The John T. O'Connor Senior Citizen Center (ci.knoxville.tn.us) organizes activities for residents of Knoxville aged 55 and over. Some of the options include fitness classes to help keep seniors active, as well as fun activities, including bingo and card games. The center also hosts dances on a Friday evening.