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Grade School Classes

 

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Super Sunday Gymnastics Gymnastics Gymnastics Gymnastics   Dodge Ball
Soccer   Israeli Dance Karate Jazz Dance

& Hip Hop

Ballet  
Shotokan Karate            
Aviation!     Theatre     Sat Night Out

 

New Aviation!                                 (Grades K-6)

Build kites, planes, rockets and more while exploring aerodynamics, aviation’s innovations and inventors from around the world, and the science of defying gravity. 

Instructor: Rachel Cohen

10 Sundays, 2:45-3:45 p.m. begin 2/13

Fee: $170, JCC member $140

 

School of Music and Performing Arts

Marianna Udler, director

 

Private Music Lessons                    (4 Years-Adult)
Experienced professionals offer one-on-one instruction in piano, violin, guitar, flute, saxophone, clarinet, cello, viola, and voice. Recital performances are held toward the end of each semester. Call Marianna Udler, ext 110, to learn more about the JCC School of Music and Performing Arts or to schedule a trial lesson.

 

Fees

30 min.

$520

45 min.

$675

60 min.

$825

Non-members will be charged a $75 registration fee which includes a $10 insurance charge.

 

Music Theory and Ear Training        (7 Years & Up)
This course is designed to give beginning students an introduction to basic music theory. Theory games reinforce topics discussed while creating a fun and interactive learning environment. Theory subjects include music reading in clefs, simple rhythmic notation, and basic theoretical principles. No prior knowledge is necessary.
Instructor: Mariana Udler
Tuesday, 6:00-6:45 p.m.
12 sessions begin 10/12
Fee: $140, JCC member $120, Music School students $100

 

Junior Productions on Broadway          (6-12 Years)
Students are trained in every aspect of staging a professional musical theatre production. While rehearsing for the show, which will be performed live onstage, students are encouraged to abandon their inhibitions as they learn voice, movement, acting technique, characterization, improv, mime, audition technique, and much more! Students will go through the audition process and everyone will be cast in an appropriate role chosen to stretch, challenge, and showcase their individual unique talents.
Instructor: Bonnie Kelley-Young
15 Wednesdays, 4:45-5:45 p.m.
Fee: $200, JCC member $180, Almost Home $100
 

Sports

 

Dodge Ball League                                               (Grades K-6)

You know it, you love it, come and enjoy weekly skills drills, fames, and loads of fun.  Fee includes team shirts and awards luncheon.

Coaches: Joe Gentile and Rohan Dinham

10 Saturdays, 1:15-2:45 p.m., begin 1/15

Fee: $200*, JCC member $170*

See discount offer to the left.

 

Shotokan Karate                                           (Grades K-6)

Way Of Life Shotokan Karate is dedicated to teaching traditional Shotokan Karate in a modern world. Our unique way of combining traditional Martial Arts, etiquette, and philosophy with the modern concepts of fitness, self-defense, and competition is unparalleled.  Training is intense and vigorous, while maintaining a safe and fun learning environment that encourages individuals of all ages to reach their potential. 

Sensei: Paul Cortissoz            Visit WayofLifeShotokan.com for pictures, videos and instructor bios.

10 Sundays, 1:30-2:30 p.m. begin 2/13

Fee: $170, JCC member $140

Adult class available 2:45-3:45.

 

Future Legends Soccer                            (5-6 Years)

Players learn some of soccer's most difficult moves and goal scoring techniques in a low pressure environment. They are then encouraged to apply these newly learned skills in 1V1 game situations. Children learn to embrace intelligent risk taking by refining deceptive dribbling and ball striking skills. This is a wonderful add-on for children playing in town soccer programs. Black shorts, black soccer socks, shin guards and sneakers required. Each child receives a Legends t-shirt.

10 Sundays, 1:45-2:30 p.m. begin 12/5 and 2/27
Fee: $335

JCC members, bring in your receipt to receive a $25 credit.

Click on HappyFeet/Legends logo to register

 

Karate                                               (Grades 1-6)

Learn discipline and control by practicing movements that develop mind-body coordination. This non-competitive program encourages healthy exercise and builds a positive self-image. Children with mild physical or developmental disabilities will be assisted by additional staff and require a brief intake before enrolling. enrollment of children requiring 1:1 will be contingent upon our ability to engage appropriate staff.

Instructor: Sensei Gianni Del Duca

17 Wednesdays, 5:15-6:15 p.m., begin 1/26

Fee: $305, JCC member $255

 

Parent/Child Karate                          (all ages, all ranks)

Learn basic karate and self-defense skills while spending quality time with each other. Not only will you and your kid learn discipline, body control and many other things, but by training and practicing together, you will develop a common interest – a benefit that lasts a lifetime.

Adults without children are welcome.

Instructor: Sensei: Gianni DelDuca

17 Wednesdays, 5:15-6:15 p.m., begin 1/26

Fee: $305, JCC member $255

 

Dance

Ballet                                (Grades K-2)
Develop basic ballet skills, coordination, and grace at the barre and center where the joy of dancing is the most important lesson. Fees include recital costumes

Instructor: Josie LaRiccia

16 Fridays, 3:45-4:30 p.m., begin 1/28 

Fees: $255, JCC member $225

 

Jazz/Modern Dance               (Grades 4-6)

Whether you’ve had formal dance instruction or new to dance, it’s all here, from classic jazz technique to Limon modern and basic ballet. For grace, coordination and fitness, there is nothing more fun than dancing!

Instructor: Julie Mac

18 sessions begin 1/20

Fee: $285, JCC member $230

 

Hip-Hop                                  (Grades 6-8)

You’ve seen it on TV and YouTube, now it’s your turn. Hip Hop is a fun, high-energy dance form that focuses on body isolations and rhythmic understanding of music.

Instructor: Julie Mac

18 sessions begin 1/20

Fee: $285, JCC member $230

 

Contemporary Israeli Dance          (8-12 Years)

Every dance has a story and many dances tell the story of Israel, Forge a lifetime connection to Judaism and express yourself through dances that have been performed for generations along with the latest hot folk dances set to current Israeli hit songs. Pre-registration required.

Instructor: Shmulik Gov-Ari

11 Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Fee: $180, JCC member $165

 

Gymnastics

Coordinator: Juliana Santos Kraus

 

Gym I                                                (5-6 Years)

Designed for girls in kindergarten and first grade, this class introduces skills and techniques that help develop strength and flexibility. Children learn new ways to roll, improve their cartwheels, bridges and round offs, and other skills on bars, vault, balance beam, and trampoline.

16 Mondays, 3:55-4:55 p.m. begin 1/24

Fee: $275, JCC member $225

16 Tuesdays, 3:55-4:55 p.m. begin 1/25

Fee: $275, JCC member $225

17 Wednesdays, 3:55-4:55 p.m., begin 1/26

Fee: $290, JCC member $240

 

Boys Gym                               (5-7 Years)

Climb, jump and tumble  in this class specially designed for boys. Develop coordination and balance, increase upper body strength and have fun climbing our walls.

18 Thursdays, 3:55-4:55 p.m. begin 2/3
Fee: $285, JCC member $230

 

Gym II                                        (7-9 Years)

This class for beginner gymnasts is designed to improve flexibility and strength, as well as work on individual skills. After the warm-up, students are divided into small work groups and rotate to their designated events. Instructors will use barrels, wedges, panel mats, and other props to help the children achieve each skill.

16 Mondays, 5:00-6:00 p.m. begin 1/24

Fee: $275, JCC member $225

17 Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m., begin 1/26

Fee: $290, JCC member $240

 

Gym III                                        (9-12 Years)

Children with at least one year of previous gymnastics experience will focus on more advanced skills and combinations, and proper form and technique, which will allow them to build up to more challenging moves. Drills and props will be used to help gymnasts achieve their skills.

17 Wednesdays, 6:05-7:05, begin 1/26

Fee: $290, JCC member $240

 

Gym IV                                           (9-14 Years)

Children with at least two years of prior gymnastics experience will focus on more advanced skills and combinations, proper form and technique, building to more challenging moves.

16 Mondays, 6:05-7:05, begin 1/24

Fee: 275, JCC member $225

 

Jr., Pre and Fun Teams            (9 Years and up by invitation)

These are invitational classes designed for gymnasts who have significant previous gymnastics training. Students will work on a variety of new moves including more challenging mounts and dismounts, and advanced tumbling combinations. Exciting routines are designed by the instructors to motivate the gymnasts to reach their goals.

Jr. and Pre Teams

16 Tuesday and 18 Thursdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m. Tuesdays begin 1/27, Thursdays 2/3

Fee: $585, JCC member $480

Just Tuesdays: $275, JCC member $225

Just Thursday: $310, JCC member $255

Fun Team

16 Tuesday and 18 Thursdays, 6:05-7:05 p.m.

32 sessions Tuesdays begin 1/27, Thursdays 2/3

Fee: $585, JCC member $480

Just Tuesdays: $275, JCC member $225

Just Thursday: $310, JCC member $255

 

Classes and Activities

for Grade School Students with Special Needs

Mindy Cohen, Special Needs Services Director

 

Super Sunday                                   (6-12 Years)
The focus in Super Sunday is on each individual child. To help children navigate the social world successfully, the program is designed to increase opportunities for peer socialization and opportunities to practice the socialization skills learned in the program. Each child gains confidence by making independent choices geared to his/her special needs.
Leader: Kim Kaczmarek, Special Education Teacher
Sunday, 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
22 sessions begin 10/3
Fee: $300

Trip fee: $25/trip includes transportation and admissions

 

New Opportunities in Almost Home              (Grades K-6)

Special education professionals and Special Needs Training Institute participants assist children with developmental and physical disabilities within the Almost Home after school program.

 

SKIP: Special Kids/Interesting Places                        (Grades K-6)

Daily trips and in-house fun activities during school vacations.

 

Saturday Night Out                            (10-13 Years)

Let’s face it; children don’t always want their parents accompanying them to activities. This supervised program offers kids a venue to socialize on the weekends with their friends. Parents drop off their child at a designated place which might be bowling, movies, sport events, local plays or a restaurant. Children begin to build independence as they learn how to manage money, behave in a safe and appropriate manner in the community, and interact with one another during a fun social activities.
Facilitator: TBA
6 Saturdays begin 9/25
Fee: $200