U3A
(University of the Third Age)
.
University is
a loose term, and the third age refers to the age of active retirement,
following on from the age of childhood and the age of a working
life.
U3A is a worldwide
organization founded in France in 1973. The first group was formed
in Australia in 1984. U3A Rockhampton and District Inc. is a self-funded,
not-for-profit association formed in 1988. Management, tutors
and coordinators are all volunteers. You can contact
us here to find out how U3A can help you remain active
physically and mentally well into your later years.
U3A brings
together people who have retired from full-time work but not from
living an active and fulfilling lifestyle. We provide courses
and activities covering a wide variety of interests including
physical exercise, health, lunch groups, discussion groups, music,
craft, writing, poetry, history, drama and much more. Click the
main button Activities above. U3A requires no prior learning or
qualifications and there are no exams. We provide learning without
stress in an environment of fun and friendship. We encourage our
members to keep youthful and enthusiastic.
U3A Rockhampton
has a close relationship with CQUniversity
whereby both parties engage in a number of ways for their mutual
benefit.
If you wish
to meet our members personally, you are welcome to attend any
of our general meetings as a visitor. You can find our
meeting dates here.
If you want
to keep your body and brain active and make new friends, join
U3A Rockhampton
now.