Sun City guide

Sun City recreation centers and clubs.

Pools, golf, more than 100 clubs, and how your rec card works. Ask anyone why they moved to Sun City and the rec centers come up fast.

4.97 from 228 Google reviewsLicensed real estate agents since 2014In real estate since 1999, starting in mortgage lending

The heart of Sun City living

The Recreation Centers of Sun City (RCSC) run eight recreation centers and eight golf courses across town, and every homeowner gets access. It is one of the best values in 55+ living anywhere.

Sun City AZ Rec Centers: A Resident's Testimony
No HOA, golf cart life, and 130+ clubs in Sun City AZ

What you will find

  • Indoor and outdoor pools and fitness centers
  • Golf courses spread across the community
  • Bowling, lawn bowling, billiards and pickleball
  • Woodworking, ceramics, lapidary, sewing and art studios
  • A huge list of chartered clubs, from computers to quilting to fishing
  • The Sun Bowl amphitheater for concerts and events

With more than 100 clubs, there really is something for everyone. A lot of our clients tell us they are busier now than when they were working.

How the rec card works

Each property can get rec cards for the owners, and at least one member needs to be 55 or older. Renters and guests can buy privilege cards. Every property pays an annual assessment to RCSC, and there are one-time fees when a home is sold or transferred. We give our buyers the current fee sheet before they make an offer so they know exactly what to expect. For the details, read RCSC explained.

Sun City West rec centers

Sun City West has its own separate system with four rec centers (Beardsley, Kuentz, Palm Ridge and R.H. Johnson) and seven golf courses. Your card works in the community where you own. See our Sun City West rec centers guide.

Live close to your favorite rec center

If you know you will be at the pool every morning or on the lanes every Tuesday, we can help you find a home close by. See current listings, read about the Sun City lakes, or start your search.

Client reviews

In our clients' words.

Real Google reviews from buyers, sellers and families we've helped.

4.97
★★★★★
Average from 228 Google reviews
“We relocated from Iowa to Sun City… They are the very best and I would totally recommend them when purchasing a home.”
MMary B.Buyer, relocated to Sun City
“Tim & Amy are a great tag-team. If one isn't available, the other usually is. They spent time showing us several homes and helped us dial in to what we were looking for.”
PPeggy S.Buyer
“Amy and Tim are the best! They know Sun City like nobody else, can get a great deal, and were there for us every step of the way.”
TTerri B.Buyer, Sun City
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Reviews from Google, shortened for length.

Questions & answers

Frequently asked questions

How many clubs are in Sun City, AZ?

Sun City has more than 100 chartered clubs through the Recreation Centers of Sun City, covering everything from golf, pickleball and lawn bowling to ceramics, arts, crafts and computers.

Do I have to pay to use the Sun City rec centers?

Every property pays an annual assessment to RCSC, and owners get rec cards. There are also one-time fees when a home sells. Fees change, so ask us for the current numbers.

Can renters use the Sun City rec centers?

Yes. Renters and guests can buy privilege cards. At least one occupant needs to be 55 or older.

Want a home near your favorite center?

Tell us how you like to spend your days and we will find homes close by.