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Live Your Best Life at SunRiver St. George 

St. George is one of the best cities in Utah to settle down and retire. Established in 1998, SunRiver is Utah’s only active golf course community for adults ages 55+. It is the place to retire if you’re looking for resort style living. With the warm and sunny weather, pleasant atmosphere, and friendly community, you can be sure to find yourself right at home. Read on to find out what sets SunRiver apart from other retirement homes.

Golf Course

One of the best championship golf courses in all of Southern Utah can be found at SunRiver. The intricate 18-hole course of smooth greens is surrounded by the beautiful landscape of the Virgin River Valley. To make the most of your golfing experience you can make a stop at Chef Hog’s Oyster Bar & Grill to refuel with a cold beer and a burger. Don’t hesitate to book your tee time and enjoy a day on the green at SunRiver.

First-Rate Amenities

The lifestyle at SunRiver can’t be beat, thanks to its number of high-quality amenities. The 35,000 sq ft Community Center is the perfect gathering place for your friends and fellow community members. The center is equipped with a fitness center, computer lab, library, ballroom, multipurpose rooms, pools, and a sports court. There is so much to do day and night, you will wonder how you can fit all the fun into your schedule. 

Ballroom 

Multiple dinner and dancing events are held here every month and it is the place to be for a memorable night out. With a resident chef, you can enjoy some delicious meals too. The Ballroom serves as a versatile space, hosting not only dinners and dances, but arts & craft fairs, weekly bingo, educational presentations, movie nights, and theatrical shows as well. 

Fitness Center

Get some exercise and movement at the fitness center. Build strength and endurance using the cardio and weight facilities or break a sweat at one of the weekly group fitness classes. There are over 40 different weekly classes offered, each led by an instructor.

Pool 

If you want to cool off from the Southern Utah sun, you can swim in the indoor pool and the outdoor pool. Lap hours are available as well as weekly Aqua classes. 

Labyrinth

One attractive outdoor feature of SunRiver is the labyrinth. Take some time to meditate, quiet your mind, and unwind as you wander through the maze of stones.

Clubs & Activities 

One of the defining features of SunRiver are the wide range of clubs they offer. They offer over 60 clubs and social groups with activities that fit all interests. With such high quality amenities, this community has the space and the resources to help you do the things you love, as well as try out some new hobbies. Some of their clubs worth mentioning include bicycle club, ukulele circle, french conversation club, dancin’ to the oldies, gardening, creative writing, and model railroad club. Read on for more!

Tennis Courts

Join the Tennis Club if you want to stay active. Residents are big fans of the three tennis courts, as they are used often. 

Pottery Studio 

The Pottery Studio will allow you to learn new skills and create impressives ceramics from clay. As a member, you will be assigned an instructor to guide you in your process of wheel-throwing or hand building various works of art out of clay.

Woodworking studio

Learn about the craft of wood-working and get started on a project at SunRiver’s woodworking studio. The studio is equipped with all the tools and machinery you’ll need including a table saw,miter saw, jointer, sanders, drill press, and more. Join the Woodworking club and expand your knowledge and skills as a craftsman. 

The Lapidary studio

 the destination to learn how to transform rocks into eye-catching creations. This club offers you instructions and teaches you about the world of silversmithing and jewelry making. Learn about wire-wrapping, soldering, and many other techniques. 

Billiards Room

School your friends in a game of pool. The pool hall at SunRiver gives both novices and pros a chance to enjoy some friendly competition. Tournaments are put together often!

Lawn Bowls Green

The only active Lawn Bowls Green in Utah can be found at SunRiver. You can bowl three times a week in the Lawn Bowls Club or you can participate in various tournaments throughout the year.

Pickleball

This famous sport is one of the best leisure activities to participate in, especially in Southern Utah because the sunny and mild weather is the ideal environment for pickleball. The 14 pickleball courts at SunRiver are where all the fun is at. The SunRiver St. George Pickleball Club hosts tournaments, socials, lessons, and more. 

The experience at SunRiver is incomparable. You can enjoy the perfect balance of luxury down-time and active recreation at this resort-style community. SunRiver encourages connection, friendship, and adventure. Take part in the activities you never had time to do before all within the comfort of your own backyard. Take on the adventurous lifestyle of Southern Utah at SunRiver St. George.