Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex: A Hub for Physical and Intellectual Growth

Nestled in the heart of Prince George’s County, Maryland, the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex is a premier destination that combines world-class athletic amenities with educational resources, making it a hub for both physical and intellectual growth. Whether you’re looking to host a sports tournament, enroll in a learning program, or simply enjoy a day out with family, this complex has something for everyone. The complex stands out for its versatility and commitment to community development.

Key Features of the Complex

The Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex is more than just a venue-it’s a community cornerstone that promotes health, education, and unity. The facility operates from 6 AM to 10 PM, Monday to Sunday.

Sports Facilities

The complex boasts a variety of sports facilities designed to cater to athletes and sports enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels.

Field House

Highlighting the Field House at the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex is the 200-meter, Mondo SuperX Performance, six-lane, indoor track. The Field House is designed to make track meets and practices easy to manage, participate in, and watch. Sprint lanes on both sides of the track allow simultaneous sprint races, and the excellent track surface is the best available for races of any distance. The full-service scoreboard quickly displays the results of the runner’s place, time, and team score. An indoor throwing cage gives participants a chance to refine their techniques, and multiple areas for high jump, long jump, and pole vault allow field events to run quickly. Spectator seating for 3,000 gives an unobstructed view of the entire venue. The open, indoor area of the 75,000-square-foot Field House lends itself to non-track events. Overhead netting can be dropped down to partition off the infield from the track. Local teams and clubs are invited to contact staff at the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex to set up regular practices and meets at the Field House. The facility is ideal for competition at all levels and competitors of all ages of competition, from youth meets to Olympic-level events. Providing meet officials is the responsibility of the team’s club or meet managers. Upcoming programs are planned to help youth participants improve their skills in different track and field events. The Field House regularly hosts beginner and intermediate track classes that promote skill development. Youth track camps are offered throughout the summer. The field house track and the outdoor track are available for scheduled community use. The Field House and Outdoor Stadium usage availability will be limited starting Saturday June 17. Due to Summer Programming.

Aquatic Center

Our 50-meter indoor pool can hold multiple events simultaneously. Our lap lanes are open for community members, and a host of water fitness classes and events, including swim practice for the local USA Swimming and high school teams. The pool is equipped to hold national and international swim meets with complete setups for touchpads and electronic timing systems. Rentals and the availability of the deep end of the pool will be limited and vary. When the focus is on fun, the indoor leisure pool is the place to relax. Swimmers can float along the Lazy River with its constant current, slide down the meandering water slide, or kick back in the 18-person spa and let the warm jets of water, with temperatures ranging from 102 to 104 degrees, ease away aches and pains. Kept at a constant 84 to 86 degrees, the leisure pool is also available for aqua arthritis classes. To prevent pool contamination, babies and children who are not potty-trained must wear plastic diaper panties over swim diapers. Classrooms adjacent to the pool are great for aquatics classes that include instruction both in and out of the water. Planning your child’s next birthday pool party has just gotten easier. With our new online reservation process, you can now book the perfect pool party with just a few clicks.

Fitness Center

Exercising with top-of-the-line equipment will help you get the best workout possible. Plug into the wireless entertainment system and let your mind take a vacation while your body reaps the benefits of cardiovascular training. Choose from elliptical trainers, rowing machines, steppers, treadmills, cycles and more! Each Fitness Center customer may participate in an exercise orientation. You will be taught the proper and preferred use of weight training and cardiovascular equipment to ensure an understanding of basic exercise guidelines. Don’t like mandatory contract requirements? Neither do we.

Group Exercise and Spinning Studios

Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex has two group exercise and spinning studios providing you a variety of popular fitness classes! Getting into shape is more convenient for patrons, as nearly 40 classes are offered weekly. Our classes are open to people of all fitness levels. To enter a class, each member must check-in at the Fitness Center front desk to receive a hand stamp. The hand stamp does not guarantee space in the class; it only verifies membership. We observe a “walk-in” welcome policy until classes are full. The following classes are offered to the general public at an additional cost. The following rules and regulations have been established for the benefit of all users of the Fitness Center at the Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex to assure the safe operation of the facility. All patrons hereby agree to observe these rules and to obey the instructions of Fitness Center staff. Patrons violating these rules are subject to the revocation of their Fitness Center privileges. Please note it may become necessary to amend or add to these rules and regulations. The following is a list of rules and regulations for usage of the Fitness Center Studios. Rules and regulations may be added at any time to accommodate new and unique situations. Appropriate exercise attire is required. Closed-toe athletic shoes and shirts must be worn at all times. No wet suits, rubber suits, denim jeans, jean shorts (cutoffs), dresses or dress clothing are permitted. All patrons must obtain either a hand-stamp (required for non-PPC classes) or a PPC pass to obtain entry into any classes. All patrons must use the lockers that are provided to store their belongings (coats, shirts, bags, etc.). Due to safety concerns, patrons are encouraged to be on time. Late arrivals (ten minutes after scheduled class start time) will not be permitted. No equipment is to be taken from the studio, no exceptions. Children under 13 are not permitted in the Studios unless under the direct supervision of a paying adult (18 years or older).

Gymnastics Center

The venue’s design makes the sport of gymnastics safe and fun. For more advanced athletes, the AAI brand equipment for men’s and women’s events is top of the line. All instructors are experienced in competitive and recreational gymnastics.

Marvin F. Wilson Stadium

The Marvin F. Wilson Stadium is a virtual gold mine for sports achievement. It has the capability to host extraordinary track and field meets along with football stadiummulti-sport competitions with the installation of the new FieldTurf field. Multi-Sport Field - The FieldTurf field provides a safe and high performance surface, perfect for hosting sports activities. The multi-purpose field will serve semi-professional, high school and flag football games, lacrosse and soccer competitions. The field will be marked with a 100 yd. standard football field, a 110 x 60 yd. soccer and lacrosse field and a 70 x 30 yd. These multi-purpose fields provide a great location for corporate gatherings, family reunions, and community festivals. The 60,000 sq. ft.

Learning Opportunities

Beyond its athletic amenities, the complex is committed to providing a range of learning opportunities for individuals of all ages.

Physical Education Programs

We offer a variety of structured physical education curriculums for institutions such as homeschool groups/networks and private schools. These programs are offered to children ages five to 17 who are part of a homeschool group/network or private school group. Our physical education curriculum has been developed to specifically meet the needs of various institutions. Children will be given one-hour lessons once a week for six weeks (sessions may be extended). The cost for each program will be determined by venue manager and number of participants enrolled. All payments are due prior to the first class. For individuals wishing to take a homeschool class, we offer a class on Tuesdays from 1 to 2 pm for children ages four to 17.

Field Trips

The Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex is a great site for field trips offered by schools and other organizations. Children will have the opportunity to participate in activities for one hour.

Learning Center

This venue has three classrooms with state-of-the-art technology, and Internet-ready access. The Learning Center is open to community groups, schools, libraries, and colleges to host programs and classes. Learning Gallery displays feature artwork by local artists. The Learning Center offers terrific educational opportunities for people of all ages.

Nutrition and Wellness Workshops

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County seeks to improve healthy food access for residents while promoting economic and agricultural development. Prince George’s County has several farmers’ markets located throughout the county. Affordable: the value of the items at our farmers’ markets is typically better than what you would find at your local grocery store. M-NCPPC is creating healthy communities through people, parks, and programs. We’re bringing healthier snack and beverage choices to our vending machines throughout our various parks and recreation facilities all over the county. Why? We care about you and we care about your health! Experts confirm that small steps to make healthier food and beverage options available in vending machines can help to reduce Type 2 diabetes, obesity, and other recurring diseases. Park and recreation agencies, schools, hospitals, and many other organizations have begun to make these changes to support better outcomes.

The complex also offers a variety of nutrition and wellness workshops. Examples include:

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Watch the Healthy Store TourJoin us for a virtual Giant Store tour!
Watch the Meal Planning to Fit your Budget Nutrition WorkshopRethink your weekly shopping routine and stretch your grocery dollar even further.
Watch the Mindful Eating Nutrition WorkshopMindfulness is the capacity to bring full attention and awareness to one’s experience, in the moment, without judgement. Mindful eating brings mindfulness to food choices and the experience of eating.
Watch the Eating for Health and Setting Wellness Goals Nutrition WorkshopStart the New Year with an interactive session that will give you healthy tips to achieve your goals. Explore paths to healthy eating and learn how to balance your plate to meet your health and wellness goals.
Watch the What’s on your Plate and Eating Out Nutrition WorkshopHealthy eating starts with what goes on your plate.
Watch the Fuel Up for Your Heart Cooking DemonstrationExplore a new way to eat canned tuna!
Watch the Holiday Appetizers: Garlicky Hummus & Stuffed Croissants Cooking DemonstrationStart your holiday gathering with a Mediterranean inspired appetizer that the whole family will love.
Watch the Eating for Your Health Store Tour: Holiday Edition WorkshopLooking for ways to add festive colors to your holiday spread?
Watch the Lettuce Eat! WorkshopNo matter your nutrition goals, adding vegetables to your diet is a great way to improve long-term health and maintain a healthy weight.
Watch the Healthy Holiday Party Beverages WorkshopBeing health-conscious doesn’t mean you can’t indulge in festive drinking at your holiday gathering.
Watch the Set It and Forget It Slow Cooker Meals WorkshopYou’re too busy to stress over what’s for dinner during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.
Watch the Cranberry Stuffing & Medley Root Vegetables Cooking DemonstrationLet the side dishes steal the show during your next holiday gathering!
Watch the Black-Eyed Peas & Collard Greens Cooking DemonstrationHealthy side dishes don’t have to lack flavor!
Watch the Satisfyingly Sweet and Healthy!
Watch the Anti-Inflammatory Diet: Brown Rice Pasta & Broccoli Stir-Fry Cooking DemonstrationLearn about what types of food can reduce or even prevent chronic inflammation-a risk factor for many health issues.
Watch the Mindful Eating Nutrition WorkshopDiscover tips and tricks to help you become more aware of how the environment influences eating habits.
Watch the Fueling Up & Powering Down Nutrition WorkshopHow you eat before and after a workout can affect your ability to maximize your activity and recover afterward.
Watch the Healthy Snacks On-the Go: Power Booster Balls and No-Bake Chocolate Cookie Bark Cooking DemonstrationSports and fitness classes keeping you busy? The snacks you eat in between meals matter.
Watch the Gamifying Meal Planning Nutrition WorkshopEating the same meals over and over? Stuck with a pantry of boring ingredients?
Watch the Spice up Your Life! WorkshopHerbs and spices are an easy way to add flavor, fragrance, and nutrition to your meals.
Watch the Is Your Portion Control Out of Control WorkshopFood provides nourishment for the body and enjoyment for the mind and spirit. How can you achieve balance in your relationship with food?
Join us each week for a new sports skill video to help you stay healthy and keep your sports skills sharp while at home.
Join us each Wednesday for new fitness, health education, and nutrition videos. This is another great resource to stay healthy and motivated on your path to wellness.
Watch the Foods to Get Your Zzzzzz’s On for Great Mental Health WorkshopIf your sleep routine is a little out of whack, we can help!
Watch the Life In Recovery After Surviving Suicide: A Conversation About Mental Health & Self-Care SeminarThis virtual session will take participants through a suicide survivor’s journey of mental health recovery and healing. Hear her story of recovering from a suicide attempt to successfully manage a diagnosis and live a fulfilling life.
Watch From Jail to Joy: My Journey with Bipolar SeminarThis virtual session will take participants through the breathtaking journey of Ph.D.’s mistaken identity. This session will discuss Dr. Ray’s experience, share tips on crisis prevention, and allow space for questions.
Watch the Mood Boosting Foods Nutrition WorkshopDid you know that the food you eat can impact your mood? In this virtual session, learn tips and tricks to help you positively impact your mental health.

Membership Options

Don’t like mandatory contract requirements? Neither do we. You have the option to pay a daily drop-in rate or purchase a membership. Please Note: The Family pass and the Family+ passes are meant to be used together. All families are not the same. In recognition of this, we are offering the Family+ pass add-ons to allow you to tailor your Family pass to fit your household. The Family+ passes cannot be purchased as a stand-alone pass. Family+ passes can only be purchased with a Family pass of the same duration. *Impact Area fees are applicable for residents living within the impact area for the Prince George’s Sports and Learning Complex. Youth ages 13-15 must be accompanied by a paying adult when using the Fitness Center. Prince George’s County seniors (ages 60 & up) are allowed access to both the Fitness Center and the Aquatic Center for FREE during Senior Day hours.

Personal Training

Personal training offers an individualized fitness program designed to help each client reach his/her specific health/fitness goals and objectives. Personal trainers are nationally certified and have a wide range of experience to help you attain your fitness goals. One-on-one training, as well as buddy training (two people, one trainer), and team training (four to six people, one trainer) options are available. To receive the member rate (M), you must have a valid membership at the time of purchase. A buddy session features two people working with one trainer at the same time for approximately one hour. A key step when beginning an exercise program is determining your fitness level. Our trained fitness staff can assist you by administering a fitness assessment. During the assessment aerobic capacity, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body composition will be measured. We offer Deluxe, Basic and Senior Assessments. The Deluxe Assessment includes a computerized Health Risk Appraisal, which will evaluate your current lifestyle and offer suggestions for improvement. All assessments are conducted by appointment only.

Senior Programs

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation offers six friendly and inviting senior activity centers, especially for people aged 60 & better. These senior activity centers offer special events, trips, classes, health programs, information, and referrals. Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) PARKS DIRECT Senior Identification (ID): These Senior ID cards are free for Prince George’s and Montgomery County residents. Non-residents can join for a nominal fee. Ability to take care of personal needs (i.e. Learn, play, relax, socialize, and stay fit at M-NCPPC, Parks and Recreation parks and facilities. Attend classes, visit an art or museum exhibit, or attend a performance. Seniors aged 60 & better who are residents of Prince George’s or Montgomery counties can exercise at any M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation community center fitness room for free with an M-NCPPC Community Center/Fitness Identification Card. Bring verification of residency and age to the center to obtain a free senior ID card. Senior Days at the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex offer free use of the facility’s pool, fitness center, and indoor walking track on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 am to 12 noon. Reduced rates are available for seniors 60 & better at Enterprise Golf Course, Paint Branch Golf Course, and Henson Creek Golf Course. Many aquatic, exercise, and fitness classes are also available throughout the county. Arts opportunities abound in Prince George’s County. Check out the many offerings at community centers, Montpelier Arts Center, the Prince George’s Publick Playhouse, and Harmony Hall Arts Center.

Club 300

Join Club 300, a free senior walking program! Club 300 is a senior walking program sponsored by M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Special Programs Division’s Senior Services Unit. What began as a virtual walk across Maryland, one mile at a time (a total of 300 miles, aka, Club 300), has grown and blossomed into a year-round senior walking program. To add to the fun, Club 300 members have the option to participate in various walking challenges, most recently the Walk Across America Challenge in which members virtually walked 5,048 miles and earn rewards along the way! All walks are on Monday morning beginning at 8:30 am and concluding by 10:30 am. Pre-registration is not required, however, everyone attending the walk will need to sign in and out. Any Prince George’s County senior (age 60 or better) or pre-senior (age 50 to 59) is welcome to join Club 300.

Walking is one of the very best exercises! Choose where and when to walk. Walk inside, walk outside, and even walk on a treadmill! For those interested, Monday morning group walks will commence throughout the summer. We will meet at different locations throughout the County. Come out and meet other Club 300 members and keep those feet moving as we explore some of the wonderful trails in the area. For those who are interested, Club 300 group walks will be scheduled and posted on the Club 300 page. During the winter months, we will be offering a Club 300 group walk monthly. During the summer months, group walks will be more frequent. Seniors will be meeting at different locations throughout the County. If already registered with Club 300, log in to the Club 300 page. Seniors will be asked if they want to take the East Coast Greenway Challenge; click yes and you will automatically be registered. Logging miles is simple. Just purchase a pedometer that records miles. The cost of a pedometer ranges from less than $5 and goes up. Additionally, there are some free apps for cell phones that will track your miles on your phone. As you walk the East Coast Greenway, you will earn a state pin for each state you have “virtually” walked across! Turning a normal walk into a fitness stride requires good posture and purposeful movements.

Senior Green Team

Looking for a fun way to help our Prince George’s County Community? Join the Senior Green Team, a free senior conservation club. The Club meets monthly on the first Tuesday from 9 am to 12 noon.

Senior Cycling

Join the Senior Services Team and the Park Rangers as we explore our beautiful Prince George’s County Trails on two wheels! Cycling is a full-body and mind exercise! Organized group rides will be held once per month during the ride season, April-October starting at 8:30 am, weather permitting. Registration will be required in Parks Direct.

Job Opportunities

Applications may be submitted online. Follow these easy steps to apply. Go to the online jobs application. Create your Username and Password to establish your account. Once your account has been created, you can build an application by clicking on the “Create Application” link. You must complete an online application to be considered for open positions. You must apply for an open position; non-solicited resumes and applications will not be accepted. M-NCPPC requires submission of an online application before the position’s closing date, unless the position is advertised as Continuous. Continuous positions may close at any time after the required advertising commitment. Applicants must submit detailed and complete applications, as well as comprehensive answers to Supplemental Questions, to assist in determining eligibility for the position. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for the position to advance to the next recruitment stage. Resumes are optional supplemental documents, and not a substitution for the online application. The Recruitment and Selection Services office can assist you with the steps for applying online; however, our office is unable to troubleshoot technical issues. Please refer to our Frequently Asked Questions for guidance resetting passwords, locked accounts, or difficulty uploading attachments. If technical issues persist, please contact GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627.All new employees will be required to undergo a state and federal criminal history record check. Certain positions must also undergo a background check including post-offer/pre-employment alcohol and drug testing. Department of Transportation Regulations. Successful applicants must provide written authorization to release past controlled substance and alcohol test results. Once a job posting has closed, it cannot be re-opened for any reason.If you have been contacted for a job interview and need to request a reasonable accommodation, please advise the hiring department at least seven (7) business days prior to the scheduled interview date. The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Online applications are stored on a secure site. Document in detail all relevant work history, education and certifications requested on the application and attach supporting documentation. Absolutely! If you do not meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position, you cannot be further considered. You may use any public-access computers (for example, those at local public libraries). Recruitment and Selection Services representatives are here to assist you. The process is easy and user-friendly.

Planning Your Visit

What to Expect

Arrive early to avoid crowds, especially during peak hours. Check the event calendar for upcoming activities to plan your visit accordingly.

Tips for a Great Experience

Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for physical activities.
Bring a water bottle to stay hydrated.
Check the schedule for specific program timings and availability.
Adhere to the facility's rules and regulations to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Events and Programs Highlight

The complex offers a diverse range of events and programs throughout the year to cater to various interests and age groups. These include sports tournaments, fitness classes, educational workshops, and community events.

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