As the premier 55+ active adult retirement community in Florida, On Top of the World Communities is an award-winning, family owned company founded in 1947. With more than 300,000 square feet of recreational activities and amenities, there are plenty of opportunities for swimming, tennis, fitness classes, massage, kick-boxing, weightlifting and many more activities. The real test of an active adult community is the quantity … and quality … of activities and programs designed to fill those facilities every day, all year long. We’ve got it all covered!
On Top of the World Communities
Lifelong Learning Education Center
An award winning, lifelong learning program.
Master the Possibilities (MTP) Education Center, a not-for-profit program, offers more classes, more lectures and more chances to expand your horizons than any other active adult community. Why? Because we believe learning is a lifelong enterprise. Part of the vision of On Top of the World Communities is putting education at the forefront through this innovative adult-centered program.
More classes and more opportunities to expand your horizons.
With as many as 700 offerings per semester, you will always find something to pique your interest. And, most classes are free to On Top of the World residents.
The current MTP catalog is available online, at the Education Center and at various libraries.
ACADEMIC
American History
World History
Current Events
Scientific Ideas
Philosophy
Law
Film
Literature
Spanish Language
Italian Language
Book Club
Identity Theft
Government
Economics
And many more!
ART
Metal Embossing
Drawing
Glass Painting
Batik
Ceramics & Pottery
Photography
Watercolor
HEALTH & MEDICAL
Nutrition and Diet
Nurse Practitioner Series
Alzheimer’s Series
Eye Series
Pharmacology Series
TECHNOLOGY
Computer Maintenance
e-Bay
Microsoft Word Basics
Create a Website
Android Smart Phones
Saving Digital Photography
iPad and iPhone
Social Media
LEGAL
Estate Planning
End of Year Considerations
Hobby Building
The Hobby Building consists of 5 separate rooms where you can explore a new hobby or expand one you’ve already fallen in love with! We’re sure you will find something to pique your interest!
Art Studios
Art Studios for ceramics, painting, sewing and other craft hobbies.
Card Rooms
The Card Room has 16 card tables with enough seating for 64 people!
Billiard Room
The Billiards Room is setup with six pool tables, six (6) of which are official tournament pool tables.
Woodworking Shop
The Woodworking Shop is a wood worker’s dream. Use your own expertise or learn from fellow residents.
Golf
3 Courses. 54 Holes. Let’s Play!
Choose from three (3) golf courses. Two private courses: Tortoise & Hare and The Links. One Semi-private course: Candler Hills Golf Course. You can walk or ride and enjoy nature and beautiful vistas. Our private golf club features two links-style, par 72 championship courses for On Top of the World residents and their guests. Impeccably maintained, these courses offer outstanding play throughout the year. The club also features a driving range, practice facility and pro shop.
Candler Hills Golf Course
An expertly manicured, par 72 championship golf course, Candler Hills Golf Course is designed as a Palm Springs-style course with one of the longest par 5 in Florida – 669 yards! The semi-private course boasts a state-of-the-art practice facility (both long and short game practice areas) and five (5) sets of tees.
- Par-72 semi-private championship course
- 7,333 yard course
- State-of-the-art practice facility
- Lessons available by PGA and LPGA Professionals
- Special group & corporate events/fundraisers
- U.S.G.A. Handicap System Available
- Fully stocked Golf Shop
- The Club at Candler Hills adjacent to the golf shop serving breakfast brunch (Sunday only), lunch and dinner with full service bar.
The Tortoise & The Hare and The Links
Both The Tortoise & The Hare and The Links are private 18-hole golf courses in a picturesque natural setting, exclusive only to On Top of the World residents and their guests. Play is on a first-come, first-served basis. The Tortoise & The Hare is a shot makers delight, while The Links offers more traditional southern flavor.
- Both courses are par-72
- No initiation fees or club minimums
- Lessons available by PGA and LPGA Professionals
- Driving range, short game and practice putting green areas
- USGA handicap system available to all members
- Fully stocked Golf Shop
- Men’s and women’s leagues
- Planned mixers, scrambles and tournaments
Active Sports
As the premier Florida retirement community, On Top of the World is an active place!
Tennis
Tennis is “tops” at On Top of the World! The Arbor Club boasts of six (6) tennis courts of which four are lighted and surfaced with the Plexicushion Prestige Cushion Acrylic.
Racquetball
“Fast & Furious” could be the name of some of the racquetball games at On Top of the World because once you step onto the indoor court, it’s game on! It is a great sport for exercise and fun, even if no one is keeping score.
Softball Field
When was the last time you hit a home run, or even made it to second base? Brush up on your softball skills with year-round play time on our softball field. On Top of the World is proud of the six (6) teams that currently compete while having tons of fun!
Pickleball
Pickleball is best described as a cross between tennis and ping-pong. This high energy game can be enjoyed with friends on our six (6) courts.
RC Flying Field
…Into the Wild Blue Yonder!
How many communities with RC airplanes and a private flying field are there in Florida? Just one! And R/C flying enthusiasts will enjoy the private R/C flying field at On Top of the World. It is a 14-acre site with a 600′ x 150′ foot grass runway and a large pavilion where spectators can comfortably watch the action and enjoy the beautiful and scenic pastoral view. The R/C flying field is open daily to members of the R/C Flyers Club. The club organizes special events at the field such as regional fly-ins which welcome hundreds of enthusiasts and experts from everywhere. The club also provides flight-training for new flyers. The R/C flying field is managed by the R/C Flyers Club. The On Top of the World RC Flyers and its members are affiliated with the Academy of Model Aeronautics, AMA which is a world-class association of modelers organized for the purpose of promotion, development, education, and the advancement of model aircraft activities. The On Top of The World RC Flyers and the Academy provide leadership, organization, competition, communication, protection, representation, recognition, education, and scientific/technical development to its members regarding remote control model aircraft.
Recreation
The real test of an active adult community is the quantity … and quality … of activities and programs designed to fill those facilities every day, all year long.
Bocce
Get ready for your next bocce match! With four (4) bocce ball courts located at the Arbor Club, you are sure to make new friends…and friendly rivals…while enjoying this outdoor sport.
Shuffleboard
Shuffleboard is quintessential in an active adult community, right? We agree. Here at On Top of the World, there are seven (7) shuffleboard courts for your enjoyment.
Horseshoes
Ready, aim and toss…it’s a ringer at the horseshoe pits! With nine playing areas, residents enjoy leagues, inter-community teams and special events.
Miniature Golf
With 18 holes, this miniature course is just right to practice putting skills and take pleasure in the healthful benefits that come from enjoying the outdoor environment.
Fitness
The Recreation Center
The Recreation Center building hosts many services and recreational activities for residents of On Top of the World Communities, Candler Hills and Indigo East residents who purchased the Gateway of Services Pass.
- Large group exercise room with fitness class programming
- The Fitness Center includes full workout area, sauna, steam room and hot tub.
- Racquetball Courts
- Olympic-sized swimming pool
- And more!
The Arbor Club
The Arbor Club is both a recreational and fitness facility. With over 10,000 sq. ft., the Arbor Club has a fitness room for group classes, indoor and outdoor pools for aquatic classes as well as locker rooms with showers.
- Large group exercise room with fitness class programming
- Olympic-sized indoor swimming pool
- Large outdoor pool with whirlpool
- Tennis and Bocce ball courts
- And more!
Restaurants
Choose from three different restaurants at On Top of the World. From casual dining, to pub-style atmosphere, to morning coffee and deli sandwiches…the variety is well balanced for all.
The Pub
Breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as a full service bar, can be enjoyed in a casual atmosphere. The Pub is the ideal location to meet old friends and make new ones and enjoy a delicious meal. Good Friends, Good Food, Good Place!
The Club at Candler Hills
Whether you come in for lunch or cocktails and a light dinner, you are sure to be impressed with gorgeous views of the greens and the delicious menu offerings. Don’t forget to leave room for dessert!
Sid’s Coffee Shop & Deli
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and lunch with friends. Located just outside the gates in Circle Square Commons, Sid’s is a local favorite.
Circle Square Commons
Circle Square Commons is becoming the heart of the hometown atmosphere at On Top of the World Communities. Offering a variety of daily choices, Circle Square Commons is an entertainment and social hub for not only On Top of the World residents, but the general public as well. Master the Possibilities Education Center, On Top of the World Design Studio, The Ranch Fitness Center & Spa, Circle Square Cultural Center, Sid’s Coffee Shop & Deli, Mr. B’s Big Scoop Ice Cream & Smoothies Shop and The Town Square are now open, along with other retails vendors.
The Ranch
Fitness Center & Spa
State-of-the-art cardiovascular and strength training equipment and features an exclusive selection of specialized massages, facials, body wraps, and hair and nail services. The Ranch also features private men and women’s saunas, steam rooms, locker rooms and personal amenities – so that you feel truly pampered in this lavish retreat.
Circle Square
Cultural Center
Top name entertainment for the Ocala area, featuring spectacular events and performers every year. With seating for over 830 guests theatre style, you’ll have an incredible concert experience in this unique intimate setting. This beautiful auditorium also hosts theatrical productions, dances, conventions, expos, fundraising events, and more.
Farmer’s Market
The Farmer’s Market provides healthy, fresh, local produce and other assorted local value-added food & non-food products to the residents of and visitors to the community. The Town Square also serves as a great central meeting place where you can relax, dance, meet with neighbors or friends and simply enjoy the day.
Retail
- Mr. B’s Big Scoop
- Sid’s Coffee Shop & Deli
- Bridgenet Wireless
- On Top of the World Real Estate
- Marion County Title
- McLeod Financial Group
- Senior Health Plus, Inc.
- Visiting Angels
- VIP Primary Care