The HUNTSMAN WORLD SENIOR GAMES, headquartered in Southern Utah, is an international sports event for men and women ages 55 and over, to depict that the golden years are better when good health and physical fitness became a way of life, not an occasional hobby.

This renowned event attracts serious athletes from Japan to Russia and from Alaska to Australia to participate in 27 athletic events over a two-week period each October. Scores of countries have participated in the GAMES, where peace among nations is fostered through friendly competition.

In addition to athletic events, the Games promote health by providing life saving health screenings for cancer.  Screenings also detect other serious health threats–glaucoma, diabetes, high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, and decreased bone density. Volunteer medical and nursing students assist with the screenings and generous sponsors provide diagnostic equipment and services.

Band concerts, dances, and awards socials for each sport are also part of the package, bringing athletes and guests together in a social atmosphere where they share in, and congratulate each other for their achievements. This important aspect of the Games emphasizes the celebration of success for all participants, whether or not they win a medal.

An overview of the Games would not be complete without mentioning the volunteers–thousands donate innumerable hours to make this two-week event a treasured experience for all. From sport directors to entertainers, each volunteer plays a valuable role in the success of the Games.

Please join us in celebrating these amazing athletes for the 2015 Huntsman World Senior Games October 5 – 17, 2015.