Discover Our Lifestyle - Leisure World of Maryland

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Plenty To Do Within The Community

Leisure World of Maryland residents enjoy an array of amenities. Homeowners regularly meet friends for lunch, go to yoga class, or enjoy a round of golf, all without leaving the community. Every convenience is close to home.

Our resort-style amenities include two clubhouses, three recently renovated restaurants and a redesigned ballroom. Indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, walking trails, and an 18-hole championship golf course help residents stay active and fit. A 5,400-square-foot fitness facility in Clubhouse II features state-of-the-art equipment and golf course views.

Clubhouses

CLUBHOUSES

Conveniently located at the north and south ends of our community, Clubhouse I and Clubhouse II are hubs of activity. Managed by our Lifestyle Department, the clubhouses provide dining options, recreational facilities, and meeting rooms.

Clubhouse I

Restaurants: Terrace Room, Stein Room, Clubhouse Grille
Crystal Ballroom
Library
Art Studio
Wood Shop
Outdoor Pool and Lanai

Clubhouse II

Fitness Center
Indoor Pools: Lap Pool, Social Pool, Whirlpool
Tennis and Pickleball Courts
Auditorium
Ceramics Studio
Technology Resource Center

The Lifestyle Department oversees daily clubhouse events and plans and executes a comprehensive program of activities for residents. The team maintains a schedule of events and classes; books rooms for meetings and private parties; and plans film screenings, performances, flea markets, craft fairs, and community celebrations.

Restaurants

Whether residents are connecting with neighbors or meeting friends and family, Leisure World of Maryland offers plenty of dining options within the community. Located in Clubhouse I, our restaurants are operated by Perrie LLC.

Terrace Room and Stein Room
Newly renovated, the Terrace Room offers casual dining in a light-filled space looking out on the surrounding landscape and golf course green. Next door, the Stein Room provides a full-bar and communal atmosphere with flat-screen televisions for viewing sports or the latest news. The Terrace and Stein Rooms serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, and share a menu of hot and cold breakfast items, homemade soups, healthy sandwiches and hearty hamburgers, a full salad bar, and regular dinner specials.

Clubhouse Grille
For a more elevated dinner experience, Clubhouse Grille serves residents in a completely redesigned dining room featuring elegant lighting, a fireplace and full bar. Selections on the steak and seafood menu include broiled halibut, crab cakes, and rosemary lamb chops; roasted brussels sprouts and honey-glazed carrots; along with salads, a variety of desserts, and a selection of wines and whiskey. Come for live music on Friday nights featuring some of the area’s most popular bands.

Throughout the year, Perrie hosts large-scale dinners in the Crystal Ballroom for holidays such as Easter, Mother’s Day, Thanksgiving, and New Year’s Eve. There are seasonal crab feasts, too. Catering services for special events and meetings are also available to individual residents and Leisure World clubs and organizations.

18-Hole Golf Course

WELCOME TO LEISURE WORLD OF MARYLAND GOLF

Leisure World of Maryland is proud to be the only 55+ community in the area featuring a premier golf course. Our championship, 18-hole, par 71 golf course is the centerpiece of our community, designed (by Desmond Muirhead) to offer both challenges and enjoyment for players of all skill levels.

Renovated in late 2024 by McDonald and Sons, a leader in golf course design and construction, our course now boasts stunning improvements. The bunkers, expertly designed by Joel Weiman, are filled with premium “Augusta” white sand, enhancing both playability and aesthetics. Additionally, all cart paths have been newly repaved for a smoother experience.

Click here to view a slideshow of our beautiful golf course.
Click here to take a virtual tour of the entire golf course, with lots more information.

Course Features

Our course offers three sets of tee boxes to accommodate golfers of different abilities:
• Green – For the longest hitters
• Blue – Ideal for average ball strikers
• White – Designed for those with a shorter drive

Featuring Bermuda grass, the fairways are spacious and inviting, and the bentgrass greens prove a challenging yet rewarding test for golfers.

Golf Amenities and Community

Whether playing a quick round or fully involved in our golf programs, golfers enjoy fellowship, services and opportunities to enhance their game.

Driving Range, Putting Green – Sharpen your skills on practice areas adjacent to our Pro Shop and Lounge. Pick up a bucket of balls at the Pro Shop, choose one of ten driving range stations, and send golf balls sailing down the 210-yard range. Or, take your putter and concentrate on your short game on the quiet green.

Cart Rentals – Our new fleet of golf carts can be leased for a 9-hole or 18-hole game, or annually.

Pro Shop – Our fully stocked shop features equipment by top golf brands, a variety of stylish and comfortable clothing, and accessories galore.

Lounge – Relax and socialize between games in a comfortable space with a view of the range. Golf leagues like to hold events and gatherings here. A newly renovated locker room is adjacent.

Leagues – Our golfers have opportunities for competitive play in our 9-Hole Ladies, 18-Hole Ladies, and 18-Hole Men’s Leagues. In addition, the calendar contains regular Maryland Interclub Senior Golf Association (MISGA) tournament dates.

Lessons and Clinics – Our Class-A PGA Golf Pro, Richard Rosenthal, offers beginner clinics and private lessons for a fee. Whether you want to learn to swing or perfect a pretty good one, he’ll give expert guidance.

Course Maintenance and Environmental Excellence

Thanks to a group effort by dedicated residents and staff, the Leisure World golf course achieved certification by Audubon International in 2023 as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, one of fewer than 900 in the world. Its many sprawling areas of pristine nature and wildlife havens benefit our animal friends as well as all Leisure World residents. The certification is a testament to Leisure World’s commitment to environmental stewardship.

Under the direction of our golf superintendent, Frank McLaughlin, our course is meticulously maintained to pristine conditions.

More Information

Who can play – The golf course is open to all residents and their guests. Associate memberships are also available for non-residents.

Management – Our golf staff coordinates management of the course with the resident-led Golf & Greens Committee.

Come visit – Prospective residents and golfers are invited to visit and experience Leisure World’s beautiful course and exceptional facilities in person. Contact the Golf Pro Shop at 301-598-1570; they’ll be happy to speak with you.

Click on the items below for more information:

2025 Golf Course Fee Schedule and Information

Local Golf Rules

2025 Golf Course Calendar

Golf Course, Pro Shop and Lounge virtual tour

Indoor & Outdoor Pools

Pools

Leisure World has both indoor and outdoor pools providing residents with year-round access to one of our most popular community amenities for both exercise and recreation.

Indoor Pools
Located in Clubhouse II, our indoor pool complex includes a lap pool, social pool, and whirlpool.

Outdoor Pool
Our outdoor pool at Clubhouse I is open seasonally from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and on a week-by-week basis through September. The pool is surrounded by a lanai where residents lounge, eat, and socialize. Clubs and organizations often host parties on the lanai.

Lifeguards are on duty at the pools during operating hours. Both pool areas provide locker room facilities for pool users.

Youth Policy
Our pools generally serve adults only. To accommodate family members and guests, special pool hours for children aged 4-16 are provided from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult in swim attire.

Management
Leisure World pools are maintained and operated by Premier Pool Management, LLC. The company also provides our lifeguards. Our Lifestyle Department manages the pool contract.

Fitness Center

Opened in September 2017, our new and improved fitness center is twice the size of our previous workout space. Significantly enlarging the Clubhouse II footprint, the 5,300-square-foot space features golf course views and state-of-the-art equipment.

Our fully equipped fitness center is designed to provide a safe workout environment for residents and opportunities to improve their health, wellness, and quality of life. It includes:

Cardiovascular Machines
Strength-Training Equipment
Free Weights
Exercise Balls and Bands
Balancing and Stretching Area
20-person Private Workout Studio for Classes

Personal Training
A personal trainer is on duty during scheduled hours to answer questions and assist with equipment use. Trainers are also available for individual sessions (for a fee) to help residents begin or update a fitness program.

Tennis & Pickleball Courts

Leisure World has four outdoor tennis courts located at Clubhouse II. Recently resurfaced, the courts are used for both tennis and pickleball. The courts are open to all residents.

The Tennis Club and Pickleball Clubs reserve play times, plan clinics, and participate in tournaments. Club members host Round Robin contests and discreet play times for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, as well as all play times. Tournaments are also held for men’s and women’s doubles and mixed doubles.

SAFE SURROUNDINGS AND MAINTENANCE-FREE LIVING

One of the most appealing aspects of Leisure World of Maryland is our menu of top-notch services.

Our gated community boasts 24-hour security. A complimentary shuttle operates daily. MedStar Health at Leisure World Boulevard provides regular medical appointments and specialty medical services. Best of all, life at Leisure World is maintenance-free. There is no need to worry about lawn mowing and snow removal.

24-Hour Security

Providing a safe and secure environment is a top priority and a hallmark of Leisure World’s appeal. A new, automated gate acces system at the community’s three entrances was installed in 2023.

Services
Our Security & Transportation department is available 24 hours a day to assist residents. Security personnel perform a range of vital services:

Patrol Community
Staff Entrance Gates
Provide Car Service (for a fee)

Armed and unarmed officers patrol our community in marked vehicles, respond to and document incidents, and cooperate with local law enforcement authorities, emergency response personnel, and fire department teams.

Community Transportation

Transportation Services

The Security & Transportation Department operates our complimentary community shuttle system. Two different routes traverse Leisure World, servicing all mutuals and providing transportation to community amenities including MedStar Health medical center, clubhouses, and the Administration building.

The shuttle buses operate Monday-Saturday (no shuttle service on Sunday)

Car Service
As an added convenience, Security provides residents with car service, within our community, throughout the day, including evening and weekend hours, for a nominal fee. Similar to Uber or Lyft, safe and convenient rides are just a phone call away.

For residents with special requirements, a van service accommodating wheelchairs and scooters is also available.

Healthcare Services

Healthcare

Our community has an on-site medical center operated by MedStar Health, the largest healthcare provider in the Washington, D.C., and Maryland region.

Medical Services
MedStar Health at Leisure World Boulevard is a multi-specialty, patient-centered medical center. Residents enjoy access to a variety of programs and physician and medical services:

Audiology
Home Care
Primary Care
Specialty Physicians
Registered Nurses
Dentists
Rehabilitation Programs
Lab Services
Medical Equipment
Massage Therapy

Insurance
Most insurance plans, including Medicare, are accepted at our MedStar Health location.

More About MedStar Health

Social Work
Social workers, employed directly by Leisure World, are also available at the medical center building. The primary concern of our social work team is the well-being of residents.

The staff is available to work with residents and their families to address temporary health setbacks requiring outside help. In such situations, social workers provide information about home care, home-delivered meals, and shopping and errand services.

When a resident is no longer able to live independently, assistance is available to help identify suitable living arrangements in another community.

Maintenance Services

Maintenance

Leisure World proudly provides residents with maintenance-free living. The usual chores of homeownership are no longer a concern. Lawn mowing and snow removal are handled by our landscaping contractor.

Residents are able to alleviate further worries by taking advantage of household maintenance and repair services. Assistance is a phone call away for residents who take advantage of handy maintenance and repair services offered by our Physical Properties Department (PPD).

Resident Services
PPD provides qualified and licensed (as required) home repair and maintenance assistance to residents for a fee. Services include:

Appliance Repair and Replacement
Carpentry and Painting
Electrical and Plumbing
Heating and Air Conditioning
Kitchen and Bath Renovation

Assistance with basic “handyman” duties such as light-bulb replacement, picture hanging, and smoke detector inspection/battery replacement is also available.

Service Hours
Maintenance and repair services are provided around the clock. Regular hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The After Hours Department is on duty to respond to emergencies Monday-Friday from 4:30 p.m.-12 midnight; Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays from 8 a.m.-12 midnight. Service provided between 12 midnight-8 a.m. is charged at the overtime rate of time and one-half.

Annual Contracts
PPD annual service contracts are available and provide homeowners with a full year of cost-effective coverage for a range of repairs and maintenance.

Worship Services

The Inter-Faith Chapel
An important part of our community, The Inter-Faith Chapel provides worship services and functions as a base for volunteer and outreach activities. It is located within Leisure World, but is independent. The first service was held in the newly constructed chapel on Oct. 28, 1978, with about 600 people in attendance.

The chapel is an interdenominational and multicultural congregation that is truly committed to being “A House of Prayer For All People.” Representing 30 denominations, members live in our community and several nearby neighborhoods. The chapel hosts a Jewish Shabbat service on the first Friday of every month, and Leisure World’s Unitarian Universalist community also collaborates with chapel clergy for special events and services.

http://www.inter-faithchapel.org

Our Lady of Grace
Catholic masses were celebrated at The Inter-Faith Chapel since its first year of dedication. In 1983, Our Lady of Grace Parish was canonically established and a church was constructed in 1991 on donated land adjacent to our community.

The church provides parishioners with a worship home, programs and meetings to support ongoing spiritual growth, and an outlet for charitable works.

http://ourladyofgracelw.weebly.com

Nearby Worship
Many houses of worship, representing the Protestant, Catholic, Jewish, Buddhist and Islamic faith traditions, are located in the surrounding community, just a few blocks away from Leisure World of Maryland.

Chinese Bible Church of Maryland cbcm.org
Ichthus Mission Church imcmd.org
Bethel World Outreach Church bethelcityofhope.com
True Buddha Temple Maryland truebuddha-md.org
Mahamevnawa Meditation Center mahamevnawadc.org
Shaare Tefila Congregation shaaretefila.org
Muslim Community Center mccmd.org
Iglesia Cristina Vida Nueva La Gran Cosecha Christian Church
Waves of Glory Worship Center
Mt. Pleasant Church
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church

Financial Services

Located in our Administration Building, Signal Financial Federal Credit Union is a full-service branch that provides the same variety of financial products and services that customers would find at a bank, including:

Checking, savings and money market accounts
Certificates
Personal and auto loans
Credit cards
Mortgages
Investment products and advice
Online and mobile banking
On-site ATM
Safe deposit boxes

Credit union membership is open to residents and employees of Leisure World.

JOIN A GROUP AND MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS

More than 80 resident-organized groups and clubs are active in Leisure World. There is a vegetarian group, a photography club and exercise groups, and residents tend their own plots in an expansive community garden.

Our residents have a broad range of interests and have a choice of clubs to join to pursue them and meet like-minded neighbors.

Clubs are organized around a range of interests and affinities, including:

Cultures and Lifestyles
Arts, Crafts, and Hobbies
Sports and Games
Issues and Politics
Volunteering
Literary and Academic
Health-related
Music, Dance and Performance

The Lifestyle Department works with residents to register and officially recognize organizations. The formality grants the groups access to accommodations for gathering.

Our community has a number of facilities to serve the groups, including meeting rooms, an art studio, ceramics studio, wood workers shop, a ballroom, and an auditorium.

Resident Clubs and Organizations List

PURSUE YOUR INTERESTS, EMBRACE LEARNING

Leisure World provides countless opportunities for residents to pursue their interests and exercise both their brains and bodies. Our Lifestyle Department is responsible for a comprehensive program of events for residents and oversees a full schedule of classes that meet in our community clubhouses.

Health and Fitness
A wide selection of health, fitness, and dance classes led by expert instructors keeps residents active and makes it easy to try new forms of exercise. Classes include:

Yoga
Zumba
Ba Duan
Stretch, Tone and Strength Training
Water Exercise
Line Dance
Ballroom Dance

Ideas and Perspectives
Resident-led groups plan talks and discussions. The Center for Lifelong Learning offers courses on a variety of intellectual topics. Fireside Forum presents lectures by authors and subject experts on newsworthy topics.

Entertainment
The Lifestyle Department schedules concerts, performances, speaker programs, and free film screenings; hosts flea markets and arts and crafts fairs; and plans holiday events.

Public Interest
Throughout the year, Leisure World organizes public interest events including health and wellness fairs, tax preparation services, estate-planning workshops, voter registration drives, and forums with local elected officials.