Winter Break Camp is a great place for students who want to get out of the house over their winter break. Campers will participate in winter and holiday-themed arts and crafts, sports, and games, enjoy hot chocolate, decorate cookies, and more. Campers will also have the opportunity to warm up in the PTCC pool! Camp will not meet on the following dates (No Camp: 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1)

The league is open to children ages 6-12. Early-bird registration begins Monday, 9/8/2025 and runs through Sunday, 10/5/2025. Open registration begins on Monday, 10/6/2025, and ends Monday, 11/24/2025. All games will be held at the Prairie Township Community Center on Saturday mornings. All games will be officiated, and the score will be kept. Each team will practice once per week for the six weeks of the season. The purpose of this league is to develop fundamentals, learn the rules of the game, and help introduce participants to the sport of basketball. Prairie Township Recreation Staff will provide all equipment for practices and games.
Important Dates:
Early-Bird Registration Begins: Monday, September 8th
Registration Begins: Monday, October 6th
Registration Ends: Monday, November 24th
Coaches' Meeting: Wednesday, December 3rd
Parents' Meeting: Thursday, December 18th
Early-Bird: Residents/Members: $65.00 Non-residents: $79.00
Open: Residents/Members: $70.00 Non-residents: $84.00

The Prairie Soccer League is a recreational league focused on teaching and developing skills in a fun, safe, and non-competitive environment.

Early Bird Registration Opens: 10/6/2025
Early Bird Registration Closes: 01/04/2026
Standard Registration Opens 01/05/2026
Standard Registration Closes: 02/22/2026
Coaches Meeting: 03/04/2026
Parents Meeting: 03/12/2026
Practices Start: 03/23/2026 - 03/28/2026
Games Start: 04/04/2026 (6 games)
Games End: 05/09/2026 (If games are canceled, this date may be extended one weekend to 05/16/2026)

Location: Prairie Township Sports Complex (potential for off-site games)
Early Bird Price: $66R | $78NR
Standard Registration Price: $71R | $83NR
Each team will practice once per week on a weeknight. Practices will be held Monday through Thursday, and practice nights will be determined primarily by coach availability. We will consider requests but can't guarantee you will be assigned to your preferred practice night. Games are on Saturdays, with the potential of Friday nights or Sundays as makeup dates.

Coaching Information
This league wouldn't operate without the appreciated help of volunteer coaches! If you are interested in coaching your child's team, please indicate this on your registration, and head to tinyurl.com/ptcccoaches to complete the Youth Sports Program Volunteer Application. If you have questions, you may contact Christian Williams at cwilliams@prairietownship.org.

Enter water using ramp, steps or side
 Exit water using ladder, steps or side
 Blow bubbles, 3 seconds
 Bobbing, 5 times
 Open eyes underwater and retrieve submerged objects, 2 times (in shallow water)
 Front glide, 2 body lengths
 Recover from a front glide to a vertical position
 Back glide, 2 body lengths
 Back float, 5 seconds
 Recover from a back float or glide to a vertical position
 Roll from front to back Roll from back to front
 Arm and hand treading actions (in chest-deep water)
 Alternating leg action on front, 2 body lengths
 Simultaneous leg action on front, 2 body lengths
 Alternating arm action on front, 2 body lengths
 Simultaneous arm action on front, 2 body lengths
 Combined arm and leg actions on front, 2 body lengths
 Alternating leg action on back, 2 body lengths
 Simultaneous leg action on back, 2 body lengths
 Alternating arm action on back, 2 body lengths
 Simultaneous arm action on back, 2 body lengths
 Combined arm and leg actions on back, 2 body lengths
Exit Skills Assessment:
1. Enter independently, using either the ramp, steps or side, travel at least 5 yards, bob 5 times,
then safely exit the water. (Participants can walk, move along the gutter or “swim.”)
2. Glide on front at least 2 body lengths, roll to a back float for 5 seconds and recover to a
vertical position. (With assistance)

Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side (in shoulder-deep water)
 Exit water using ladder, steps or side (in chest-deep water)
 Fully submerging and holding breath, 5 seconds
 Bobbing, 5 times (in chest-deep water)
 Opening eyes under water and retrieving submerged objects, 2 times (in chest-deep water)
 Front float, 5 seconds
 Jellyfish float, 5 seconds
 Tuck float, 5 seconds
 Front glide, 2 body lengths
 Recover from a front float or glide to a vertical position
 Back float, 15 seconds
 Back glide, 2 body lengths
 Recover from a back float or glide to a vertical position
 Roll from front to back
 Roll from back to front
 Change direction while swimming on front or back
 Treading using arm and leg actions, 15 seconds (in shoulder-deep water)
 Combined arm and leg actions on front, 5 body lengths
 Finning arm action on back, 5 body lengths
 Combined arm and leg actions on back, 5 body lengths
Exit Skills Assessment
1. Step from side into chest-deep water, move into a front float for 5 seconds, roll to back,
float for 5 seconds then return to a vertical position.
2. Move into a back float for 5 seconds, roll to front then recover to a vertical position.
3. Push off and swim using combined arm and leg actions on front for 5 body lengths, roll
to back, float for 15 seconds, roll to the front then continue swimming for 5 body lengths.

Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side (in shoulder-deep water)
 Exit water using ladder, steps or side (in chest-deep water)
 Fully submerging and holding breath, 5 seconds
 Bobbing, 5 times (in chest-deep water)
 Opening eyes under water and retrieving submerged objects, 2 times (in chest-deep water)
 Front float, 5 seconds
 Jellyfish float, 5 seconds
 Tuck float, 5 seconds
 Front glide, 2 body lengths
 Recover from a front float or glide to a vertical position
 Back float, 15 seconds
 Back glide, 2 body lengths
 Recover from a back float or glide to a vertical position
 Roll from front to back
 Roll from back to front
 Change direction while swimming on front or back
 Treading using arm and leg actions, 15 seconds (in shoulder-deep water)
 Combined arm and leg actions on front, 5 body lengths
 Finning arm action on back, 5 body lengths
 Combined arm and leg actions on back, 5 body lengths
Exit Skills Assessment
1. Step from side into chest-deep water, move into a front float for 5 seconds, roll to back,
float for 5 seconds then return to a vertical position.
2. Move into a back float for 5 seconds, roll to front then recover to a vertical position.
3. Push off and swim using combined arm and leg actions on front for 5 body lengths, roll
to back, float for 15 seconds, roll to the front then continue swimming for 5 body lengths.

Learning Objectives:
 Headfirst entry from the side in a compact position (in water at least 9 feet deep)
 Headfirst entry from the side in a stride position (in water at least 9 feet deep)
 Swim under water, 3–5 body lengths
 Feet first surface dive, submerging completely
 Survival swimming, 30 seconds (in deep water)
 Front crawl open turn
 Tread water using 2 different kicks (modified scissors, modified breaststroke or rotary), 2 minutes
 Front crawl, 25 yards
 Breaststroke, 15 yards
 Butterfly, 15 yards
 Push off in a streamlined position on back and begin flutter kicking, 3–5 body lengths
 Push off in a streamlined position on back and begin dolphin kicking, 3–5 body lengths
 Elementary backstroke, 25 yards
 Back crawl, 15 yards
 Sidestroke, 15 yards
Exit Skills Assessment
1. Perform a feet first entry into deep water, swim front crawl for 25 yards, change direction
and position as necessary and swim elementary backstroke for 25 yards.
2. Swim breaststroke for 15 yards, change direction and position as necessary and swim
back crawl for 15 yards.
3. Submerge and swim a distance of 3 to 5 body lengths, return to the surface, then exit
the water.

We do drama differently! Enjoy an exciting mix of theatre games, improvisation, scripted work, and more in a safe and inclusive environment. Boost self-expression, social skills, and creativity with us! Drama develops kids! Our final class will feature parent-participation activities and a fun skit by the actors!

Are you ready for an adventure? Join us for an exciting, hands-on wilderness survival class where young explorers will learn essential outdoor skills and build confidence in the great outdoors! Designed for kids ages 8 to 12, this program teaches basic survival techniques in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Whether your child dreams of becoming a wilderness expert or simply wants to enjoy some time with new friends, this class is a fantastic introduction to outdoor survival skills. Join us for an unforgettable adventure in the great outdoors!

Do you like to figure out how things work? Have you ever wondered why some things float & some do not? If so, come join the Science Squad. We will meet each week to try out different science experiments and activities that use problem solving skills. Sign up now & let's get scientific!
Ready to roll up your sleeves and get your hands messy? Over the course of four-weeks, participants will engage in a variety of hands-on activities designed to excite their imaginations, spark their creativity, and learn about all things science! Ages 8-12.

Get ready to dive into the science of slime! In this exciting four-week program, kids will explore chemistry through hands-on experiments, creating a new type of slime each week. Perfect for budding scientists and slime enthusiasts alike, this class introduces the basics of chemical reactions, polymers, and properties of materials—all in the name of slime! By the end of the program, kids will have a new appreciation for science and a collection of unique slimes to show off. This class is a fantastic, hands-on way to learn scientific concepts while having a blast!

Join us for a delightful Kids' Kraft workshop where young imaginations take center stage! Children will unleash their creativity and craft colorful masterpieces under the guidance of experienced instructors, fostering a fun and enriching learning experience.

Children will enjoy learning the fundamentals of gymnastics including forward rolls, backward rolls, etc. through simple techniques and games. Children will develop their strength, coordination, and self confidence. Ages 3-4.

Enjoy an evening out while your children are having a blast with the Prairie Township Community Center. We will have dinner, play games, make crafts, and much more!

Join us at the Prairie Baseball Clinic for a memorable and educational journey into the world of baseball. Whether your child is swinging for the fences or just starting their baseball adventure, our clinic promises an experience that combines learning, camaraderie, and the pure joy of the game. Play ball with us and let the Prairie Baseball Clinic be your child's stepping stone to becoming a true baseball enthusiast!

PTCC’s Flag Football clinic gives young athletes an exciting introduction to the fundamentals of football through age appropriate games and drills. Players will develop skills such as running the ball, passing, catching, throwing, and learning basic game concepts. Each session features both instructional activities and a modified game play. Ages 6-8, 9-12.

Futsal is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. An indoor, fast paced, higher scoring variant of traditional soccer, futsal provides a great opportunity for players to have fun and be active! The clinic will focus on improving basic soccer skills, such as ball movement and control, as well as a variety of other futsal specific skills. Weekly classes combine skill-building instruction with non-competitive futsal games to reinforce learning through play.

School’s off today, so send the kids to have some writing fun with children’s author Andra Gillum. We’ll write some fun Halloween-themed stories and play some fun spooky (or not so spooky) word games. Don’t be afraid! This class is perfect for any creative kiddo who likes to write, draw, and make new friends!

Bio: Andra Gillum is the author of four children’s books Doggy Drama, Puppy Drama, Old Doggy Drama and Lost Doggy Drama. She teaches writing at the Thurber House, and elementary schools across the region. Andra’s mission is to make reading and writing fun so kids will stick with it!

This fun and exciting class introduces participants to the sport of archery in a safe, fun, and non-competitive environment. Participants will learn archery parts of the bow and arrow, archery safety, and how to shoot at targets. Ages 8-16.

Step right up, young adventurers, to the most enchanting experience of your life! Join us for The Magical Adventure Show, where the impossible becomes possible, and the ordinary turns extraordinary! Watch as our friendly, funny magician, Jake Lundgren, performs jaw-dropping tricks, colorful illusions, and mind-boggling feats that will leave you wide-eyed with wonder.

Can you dig it? Be a paleontologist for a day. Little ones dig up their own dinosaur egg that may be thousands of years old! Who knows, the egg may even hatch! Dino Diggers will also enjoy a snack and story. There are two time slots to choose form. Ages 4-8.