Torrevieja U3A, Lifelong learning for older people.

U3A stands for the University of the Third Age. We are a self-help group based in Torrevieja, (Costa Blanca, Spain) for people aged 50 and over, although there is no specified minimum age for membership. The purpose of our organisation is to provide education and leisure opportunities, in a relaxed and friendly environment, for those who are no longer in full time employment. Local U3As are learning co-operatives which draw upon the knowledge and skills of their own members to organise and provide interest groups in accordance with the wishes of the membership. Our organisation encourages and enables older people to help each other share their knowledge, skills and experience to celebrate the capabilities and potential of older people and their value to society. Between them, Groups offer the chance to study many different subjects in varied fields and our approach to learning is "learning for pleasure". There is no accreditation or validation and there are no assessments or qualifications to be gained. Our current activities include History of Spain, Art Appreciation, Computing, Mah Jong, Bridge, Shakespeare, Psychology, Literature, Cross Stitch, Spanish, Classical Music Appreciation, Creative Writing, Travel, Walking etc. etc. More courses are added as new members come along and offer new skills which they are willing to share, on a completely voluntary basis, with other members.

Come and Join Us If you are interested in joining us, then we invite you to visit us at one of our monthly general meetings where you can meet the team, have a coffee, and get to know how informal and friendly the U3A is. Our general meetings are held on the last Monday of each month and start at 10:30am (see below for details). Interest Group meetings are held at a variety of venues throughout the month following an agreed timetable. If you require further information or directions to any of the events or venues, then please make contact via the telephone or email addresses on the Interest Groups Page. Further details including current membership fees, are available on the About page. Welcome to Torrevieja U3A