What is OASIS?

OASIS is a pioneer in the field of successful aging, offering programs of continued lifelong learning, healthy lifestyles and civic engagement for people age 50+. Keep your brain and body fit with OASIS!

Welcome to Syracuse OASIS

OASIS is a unique educational program for mature adults who want to continue to grow, learn and be productive during the best years of their lives. Membership is free and open to anyone 50 or older. Members receive a catalog of opportunities three times a year. If you are not already a member, we invite you to join OASIS.

OASIS offers a broad range of stimulating educational classes - from the arts and humanities to wellness, fitness and travel. Come to pursue a new interest or develop an old one. Meet people who share your interests. Learn new ways to stay healthy and active. Search our current classes.

We offer convenient online registration or mail in your registration form.

view our catalog

New Volunteer Opportunities!

Remain active, involved and enjoy the companionship of others who share similar interests. OASIS offers many rewarding volunteer opportunities and a flexible schedule.

Currently we are seeking Reception Desk Volunteers. This position requires two volunteers to work together from 9 -1 and two more from 1-5. In this position you are the face of OASIS. A cheerful and welcoming personality are the main requirements.

For more information on joining our volunteer family, sign up for class #901, New Volunteer Overview.

Kicking it into High Gear

Members of the Syracuse chapter of OASIS perform a flash mob at Destiny USA as part of their 30th Anniversary Celebration. The routine was taught as a fitness class for the Marylen Mann Founder’s Series as one of the “30 ways to discover life after 50”.

Check out the entire video on YouTube.

Better Choices, Better Health^® Diabetes is the online version of Stanford University's Chronic Disease Self-Management Program and is now available – the online workshop is FREE—and it starts next week! All participants will also receive a FREE copy of the workbook, Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions. Sign up now for the 6-week course.

Gloria Mabie stays healthy with OASIS health and fitness classes, and taking advantage of hiking opportunities on OASIS trips!