What is OASIS?

OASIS is a unique educational program for adults age 50-plus who want to learn, grow and explore new ideas. We promote successful aging through lifelong learning, health programs and volunteer engagement.

Join OASIS to receive a catalog in the mail three times a year.

Membership is free and open to everyone 50 and over.

Chris Wingert isn't finished learning or creating.
A wife, mother, grandmother and realtor, Hannelore Christiane Wingert - also know as Chris - has written two books for children on the subject of divorce, including A Bucket Full of Love. She volunteers much of her time to civic and arts organizations in the Escondido area and she makes time for OASIS classes that encourage her desire to create. More

Welcome to Escondido OASIS

OASIS is a unique educational program for adults age 50 and over who want to continue to grow, learn and be productive. We serve over 13,600 members in North San Diego County. Membership is free. If you are not already a member, you can join now.

We offer stimulating classes in the arts, humanities, wellness and computers along with numerous exciting travel opportunites. Pursue a new interest, learn a new craft or maintain your health while making new friends at one of our 9 North County locations.

Volunteers are the heart and soul of the program. OASIS volunteers tutor children who are learning to read, teach kids about healthy physical activity and nutrition, represent OASIS at community events, and help run the center on a daily basis. Find out more about our

volunteer opportunities

What is OASIS?

OASIS is sponsored in Escondido by:

The OASIS Institute