Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC of Staten Island
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    • Aquatics >
      • Indoor Pool
    • Physical Therapy
  • Early Childhood
    • Early Childhood Education
    • First Foot Forward
  • Youth & Teen
    • Camps
    • Sunrise Day Camp >
      • Sunrise Miles
    • Youth Programs
    • Teen Programs
    • Explorers After School Program
    • Community Afterschool Programs
    • Cornerstone Community Centers
  • Services for People with Disabilities
    • Department for People with Disabilities
    • Marvin's Camp
  • Older Adult Services
    • Senior Centers
    • Services and Programs
    • Memory Loss Programs
    • Holocaust Survivors >
      • Cafe Europa
  • Cultural Arts
    • Cultural Arts >
      • Cultural Arts Past Programs
    • Music Institute
    • Jewish Life
    • Art @ the J
  • Community Engagement
    • JCC Connections >
      • Career Connections
      • Benefit Connections
      • Food Access
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      • Bridge to Education
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      • Connect to Recovery
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Sports & Recreation

​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!
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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​.

Soccer
Description of program content:
  • Fundamental soccer training, shooting, passing, team play, game situations, conditioning
Program goals, including what you hope the participant will get out of your program:
  • Improvement for each child within their ability, boosting self-esteem, understanding team play
  • To retain and offer progressive opportunities and training

Winter Session:
Session runs January 9 - March 22
*No classes on February 13 & 15*
  • 7 - 14 years old: Monday &/or Wednesday 5pm-6pm 
Monday - Members: $250 / Non-Members: $300
Wednesday - Members: $250 / Non-Members: $300
Monday and Wednesday - Members: $500 / Non-Members: $600
​Bernikow JCC

Register here. 
Basketball
Our Basketball program is for kids at all skill levels, from Pre-K through high school, our goal is to help our players build character, develop their skills, and have fun! 

Check out our Core 24 Basketball Academy HERE!

Core 24 Winter Session Bernikow:
Session runs January 11 - March 15
Pre-K - 4th Grade: Wednesdays, 4:30-5:30PM
5th - 8th Grade: Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30PM
Members: $300 / Non-Members: $325 / CYO Basketball Players $100


Core 24 Winter Session Avis:
Session runs January 12 - March 16
Pre-K - 5th Grade: Thursdays, 4:30-5:30PM 
Members: $300 / Non-Members: $325 / CYO Basketball Players: $100


Core 24 Basketball Private Lessons
5 1-hour classes: $300
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Register here

For more information, please contact Mike Reape at 917.662.1293 or basketball@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.

Winter Tennis Youth
​December 11th - February 26th (No classes December 25th and January 1st)
Ages 6-13 Coed Mixed
10 Sundays
9:00am-3:00pm
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: $250 members/$300 non-members 
Bernikow Building

Private lessons are available for all ages! 
$75/hour members
​$85/hour non-members
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**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
  • Mondays 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
  • 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.
KRAV MAGA/SELF DEFENSE
Stay tuned for Krav Maga updates! 
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 and you must bring your own paddle.
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Open Play Pickleball:
  • JCC WellPro or Wellness Members only
  • Pickleball Instructor determines skill level to be placed on proper court
  • Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am-11am
  • All levels welcome
  • Must sign up through TeamReach App
    • Contact ndelissio@sijcc.com to access TeamReach private group or for more information
  • No fee

Wednesday evening group lessons “Skills and Drills”:
  • Must sign up through TeamReach App group code “531707734b”
  • Beginner –> low intermediate levels only
Fee:
  • JCC WellPro or Program 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
  • All skill levels welcomed, ages 18+
  • Bernikow Building Main Gym
  • Tuesdays 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
OPEN BASKETBALL GYMNASIUM SCHEDULE
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​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 
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LocationS

BERNIKOW/MID-ISLAND
1466 Manor Road
Staten Island, NY 10314 
718.475.5200 

ABERLIN/NORTH SHORE
485 Victory Blvd 
​Staten Island, NY 10301
718.475.5290 
AVIS/SOUTH SHORE
1297 Arthur Kill Road 
Staten Island, NY 10312
718.475.5270 

BERMAN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
2221 Richmond Ave.
​Staten Island, NY 10314
718.475.5100
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