Public park activities in Des Plaines, Illinois

Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center is a state-of-the-art facility located at 515 East Thacker Street in Des Plaines, Illinois. The center offers a variety of amenities for swimmers of all ages, including an 8-lane, 25-yard competition and lap pool, a wellness pool for aqua exercise classes, and a splash pad for kids aged 2-12. The lap pool is open for swimming from Monday to Sunday, with varying hours each day. The wellness pool offers a warm water environment for classes such as aqua cycling and Aqua Zumba, while the splash pad features fun slides and water activities for children. The center also provides locker rooms and family changing rooms, with free lockers available for use. Parking is always free at the Community Center lot on Thacker Street or the Aquatic Center Main Entrance lot. Additionally, Prairie Lakes Aquatic Center is the new home of the park district's Warriors Swim Team and hosts local and regional swim competitions.

Prairie Lakes Community Center, located at 515 East Thacker Street in Des Plaines, Illinois, is a premier gym and health facility offering a wide range of amenities and programs. The center features a Fitness Center, Aerobics Studio, Strength Room, Racquetball Court, Gymnasium, Theater, and Meeting Rooms available for rentals. The state-of-the-art Fitness Center includes cardio and strength training equipment, saunas, whirlpool, locker rooms, and a Cardio Vision System with individual receivers on most equipment. Members can enjoy a spacious and positive workout environment with high vaulted ceilings and mirrored walls. The center also offers special Fitness Membership programs such as SilverSneakers®, Prime® Fitness, and Renew Active™. Additionally, the center provides indoor and outdoor walking/jogging tracks, as well as facility rental options for events and gatherings. With a focus on health and wellness, Prairie Lakes Community Center is dedicated to helping individuals achieve their fitness goals and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Visit their website for more information and to get started on your fitness journey.