OPEN BASKETBALL GYMNASIUM SCHEDULE

GYMNASIUM RULES AND POLICIES

Gymnasium Rules and Policies

1. Use of Gymnasium is at your own risk
2. Must be a valid JCC Member to access and use gym
3. Proper closed-toe athletic footwear and attire must be worn at all times (no “skins”)
4. No food, gum, glass bottles or alcohol is allowed
5. Non-service animals are not allowed in the JCC
6. Please refrain from:
   • Dunking, slamming or hanging on the rims or nets
   • Running or bouncing balls in the hallways anywhere in the JCC
   • Spitting, rough housing, wrestling or pushing
   • Swearing, abusive, inappropriate language or gestures
   • Using amplifiers or devices that produce loud noise (speakers with music)
   • Using small hoops and equipment for Sports and Rec programs
7. Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult
8. The gym must be left in the same or better condition than before (clean up after yourself)
9. Do not leave the doors propped open or make any alterations to the gym
10. Limit play to 45 minutes if others are waiting
11. Gymnasium space is for sports use, not hanging out
12. The JCC is not responsible for lost or stolen items
13. Please report any unsafe conditions to JCC staff
14. Schedule for gym time is subject to change
15. Gym closings for maintenance, safety or other reasons deemed appropriate for the management and protection of property shall be at the discretion of the JCC

 
JCC staff reserves the right to determine all gym use and inappropriate behavior by users and to refuse entrance or eject from the premises any person whose conduct is objectionable, disorderly or disruptive to the JCC or is in violation of any law.

The JCC Sports and Recreation Department offers year-round programming for people of all ages and differences!
 
Our mission is to deliver a variety of thriving recreational activities for the community that helps improve the quality of life for all.
 
We look forward to meeting new and returning participants and encourage all to get involved. Stay tuned for new programs!

Please see the below program tabs for more information or feel free to contact Nicholas DeLissio, Director of Sports and Recreation at ndelissio@sijcc.com for any inquiries​.

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Soccer

Description of program content:

• The JCC Soccer Strikers program teaches fundamental soccer training, shooting, passing, team play, game situations, and conditioning. 

Program goals, including what you hope the participant will get out of your program:

• We strive for improvement in each child's ability, self-esteem, and understanding of team play!
• To retain and offer progressive opportunities and training

Soccer Strikers Winter Session 
Session runs December 5th - February 15th
*No Class December 26th & 28th*

Tuesday's and/or Thursday's: 4:30pm-5:30pm
Ages: 7-14
Tuesday's- Members: $30 / Non-Members: $35
​Thursday's- Members: $30 / Non-Members: $35
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Register here. 

Basketball

Our Basketball program is for kids at all skill levels, from 6-14 years of age, our goal is to help our players build character, develop their skills, and have fun! 

Core 24 Winter Session 

December 5 - February 15
Tuesdays &/or Thursdays
No class 12/26/23 and 12/28/23

Bernikow: Ages 6-14: Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30PM
Avis: Ages 6-14: Thursdays, 4:30-5:30PM

​Tuesday's - Members: $30 / Non-Members: $35
Thursday's - Members: $30 / Non-Members: $35

Register here
For more information, please contact Nicholas DeLissio at ndelissio@sijcc.com.

Core 24 Holiday Clinic
December 28th
1pm-4pm
Bernikow Main Gym
Members: $40 Non-Members: $45
Register here

TRAVEL
3rd/4th grade team
5th/6th grade team
7th/8th grade team
9th/10th grade team
$400 fall/winter travel FEE
Register here
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For more information on Travel Basketball, please contact Mike Reape at 917.662.1293 or mreape@sijcc.com.

Tennis

Description of program content:

• Work on your tennis skills in a group setting with the JCC tennis instructor. Practice your forehand, backhand, volley, and serve, and game play!

Program goals, including what you hope the participant will get out of your program:

• Goals vary throughout each class to focus in on the group.

Fall Session
September 10 - December 17
11 Sundays
9:00am-3:00pm
Ages 6-14 coed mixed
Each individual will be put in 1 of 5 groups for an hour session between 9am-3pm based on age and skill level.
Full session: $275 members/$330 non-members 
Outdoor tennis courts at Staten Island Academy or in Bernikow building (weather depending)
*No class 9/17, 10/1, 10/8, and 11/5​
**Must contact ndelissio@sijcc.com for availability before registering**
Register here. 
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For any questions, email Ndelissio@SIJCC.COM

TABLE TENNIS

Adult Open Play Table Tennis

• When building hours allow:
  • Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 6pm - 9pm in the Bernikow Building’s Arts and Crafts Room
  • Fridays from 9am - 10:45am in the Bernikow Building’s 2nd Floor Gym A
  • Saturdays from 9am - 12pm in the Bernikow Building’s Arts and Crafts Room
• JCC WellPro or Wellness Members only, ages 18+”
• Schedule and location subject to change
• Bring a paddle, ball, and join some JCC members to play some table tennis!

All skill levels encouraged

PICKLEBALL

Pickleball
Beginners must watch below videos:
 
Basic rules:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTvPYdKZqO0
 
Scoring:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMEpFipIdrk
 
All JCC Pickleball is played in the Bernikow Building’s 2nd floor Gym or in the Avis building Gym and you must bring your own paddle.
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Open Play Pickleball:

• JCC WellPro or Wellness Members only
• Bernikow building: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-11am
• Avis building: Mondays 5pm-7pm, 7pm-9pm and Thursdays 5pm-7pm, 7pm-9pm
• All levels welcome
• Must sign up through TeamReach App (limited availability)
  • Contact ndelissio@sijcc.com to access TeamReach private group or for more information
• No fee

Group lessons “Skills and Drills” and “Beginner class”:

• Must sign up through TeamReach App group code “5317077734b”
• Beginner –> intermediate levels only
• Most Wednesday evenings 6pm-8pm
• Occasional Saturday afternoons
• Fee:
  • JCC WellPro Members: $35/person
  • JCC Wellness Member or Non-Members: $40/person

Private lessons available upon request. Contact mchua@sijcc.com to set up lessons.

Engage Sporting: Use code 20CHUA for a 20% discount on paddles and equipment! 

Pickleball Central: Use discount code CRJCCMR for 5% off your purchase!

VOLLEYBALL

Volleyball Drop-In

Mondays, 6:30pm-9pm, Starting October 2nd, 2023 
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• All skill levels welcomed, ages 18+
• Bernikow Building Main Gym
• Mondays 6:30pm-9pm
• Cash only
  • Fee:
    • Non-Members: $15/person
    • JCC WellPro or Wellness Members: $10/person
• Must sign up through TeamReach App
  • Group code: jccvball

​Contact ndelissio@sijcc.com for more information

SPORTS CAMPS

​​​​We offer basketball, soccer, and aquatics camp in the summer. Click here for more information

​GYMNASIUM/SPORTS FIELD RENTALS

Our indoor gymnasiums feature basketball courts, indoor soccer, pickleball courts, volleyball courts, etc.
We also have an outdoor sports field for rent.
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Contact Nicholas DeLissio at ndelissio@sijcc.com for more information on gymnasium or sports field rentals.

 For more classes, check out our Youth Programs