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Youth & Family Programs

Fun for everyone! Our Youth and Family programs provide involvement and youth recreational sports for the families of faculty, staff, and students at Purdue University.  Participants can expect an educational, friendly, fun and safe atmosphere in order to lead a healthy and active lifestyle. 

Youth Cooking Classes & Summer Camps

Youth Cooking Classes

Learn how fun and easy cooking can be. Your child will learn how to make delicious recipes in a hands-on, safe, and fun environment, and taste everything along the way.  All of our classes teach valuable knowledge and life skills, including basic culinary skills, food safety information and how to make healthy food choices.

Register for Spring 2025 Youth Cooking Classes here.

Spring 2025 Schedule

  • Dreaming of Japan: Saturday, February 22

        Miso Soup, Onigiri Rice Balls, Matcha Green Tea Ice Cream

        10 a.m. – 11 a.m. (5-8 year olds); 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (9-12 year olds)

  • Take Me to Spain: Saturday, March 29

        Spanish Omelet, Spanish Lemon Cupcakes (Magdalenas), non-alcoholic Sangria

         10 a.m. – 11 a.m. (5-8 year olds); 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (9-12 year olds)

  • Hungry for Hungarian: Saturday, April 12

        Cheese & Potato Pierogis, Hungarian Paprika Chicken, Chocolate Roulade Cake

        10 a.m. - 11 a.m. (5-8 year olds); 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (9-12 year olds)

 

Registration closes two days prior to event.  Register at the Member Services Desk, or on the RecWell Portal. Email Jessica Rorick with any questions. Cost is $10 per person.

Boiler Kids Camp

This interactive, educational day camp is designed for children ages 5 to 12 and is held each summer. In a safe and enjoyable environment, children participate in a wide range of activities including rock climbing, swimming, arts, crafts and so much more. Find our more information here.

Create Account/Register Participants Here - RecWell Member Portal (Registration opens February 2025).