Beaufort Jasper Active Adult Challenge (BJAAC)

"I encourage everyone to sign up for the Beaufort Jasper Active Adult Challenge. What I have enjoyed most , from my past participation, is the atmosphere of excitement, meeting old and new friends, the exercise, competition and the overall super fun-filled time! Incidentally, I love to win!!"

   - Melvina Nozick

This is the official web site of the Beaufort Jasper Active Adult Challenge. Please check back often as information will be added and updated throughout the year leading up to the games in the fall. Updates will include information about events, venues, registration, etc.

Two weeks of fun events! Registration fee includes embroidered polo shirt, and Torch Lighting with Parade of Athletes scheduled for Saturday October 30th 3:30-8pm at Sun City Hilton Head Pavilion. This event will provide a delicious pasta meal cooked on site by Carrabbas Italian Grill and dancing to music provided by the "Headliners". Guests are invited for an additional fee.

On Friday, November 5th from 1-4 pm all are invited to the Closing Celebration with Motivational Speaker. There will be an additional cost if you select the gourmet lunch. Guests are invited for an additional fee. All proceeds will benefit the United Way of the Lowcountry.

The History

The games began in 1986 on Hilton Head Island; these games were called the Hilton Head Senior Games and in the fall of 1997, the name of the Olympic style contest was changed to the Beaufort County Senior Games. Now with Jasper County’s involvement the name has changed once again and is now the “Beaufort Jasper Active Adult Challenge” (BJAAC).

• Two great events now combined as one great salute to active adults
• 2 weeks of Sports, Games, Seminars and Celebration
• October 25th – November 5th , 2010

Now Rolled into One …

The Beaufort Jasper Active Adult Challenge (BJAAC) will be taking place over two weeks from October 25th - November 5th. Two weeks of fun filled activities where you can demonstrate your commitment to being physical activity!

Two great counties –

• Beaufort and Jasper - coming together
• 26 sport and game events combining Sun City Challenge and Beaufort County Senior Games
• Opening and Parade of Athletes

The Purpose of the Beaufort Jasper Active Adult Challenge

The main vision of the games is to inspire seniors to stay active, promote health, well-being and to provide a true sense of fellowship within the counties. The games are not all about winning. The value of the games goes far beyond the glory of receiving medals. One remembers the fun and camaraderie of the moment and the friendships that evolve. Also in the vision of the BJAAC (Beaufort Jasper Active Adult Challenge) is to have every Beaufort and Jasper Counties' seniors create and maintain a physical, emotional, and healthy lifestyle.

• To offer the finest competitive athletic and recreational experience.
• To provide an opportunity for socializing and to have fun for senior adults across the county.
• To provide a spectacular opening event, professionally organized events, and a wonderful closing and awards ceremony.
• To enhance the quality of life for all Beaufort and Jasper Counties' fifty (50) and better adults.