Something for Everyone at the JCC this Spring!

Due to COVID-19-related closures, our spring programs are currently on hold.
​Stay tuned for future programs!

​​With a wide array of sports, aquatics, music, and other youth programs, there’s something for everyone at the JCC! Try something new this spring or stick with your favorite activity! ​​ 

SPORTS
We offer programs in a variety of sports, each intended to promote physical wellness, skill-building, good sportsmanship, and most of all, fun!
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Volleyball
Our new program is led by seasoned coach Terence Simpson, who has 15 years of experience. He currently coaches Varsity Volleyball at Bay Ridge Preparatory School, and he’s excited to get Volleyball at the J underway! All classes will take place at the Bernikow building.
Thursdays, 10 weeks, April 16 - June 25

• Grade School: 4pm - 5pm
• High School: 5pm - 6pm

Get more information and sign up here
 
Soccer
Since joining us in the winter, Head Coach Alejandro Jimenez has led our soccer program to new successes! With classes for players at all levels, this program will help your child develop skills and passion for the game. All classes will take place at the Bernikow building.
*Note: There will be no classes on May 24 and May 25.

• Intro to Soccer 2015-16-17: Sundays, 9am - 10am   (April 19 – June 28)
• Soccer Academy 2013-14: Mondays & Wednesdays, 6pm - 7:15pm   (April 20 – June 29)    
• Soccer Academy 2010-11-12: Mondays & Wednesdays, 6pm - 7:15pm (April 20 – June 29)
• Soccer Academy 2008-09: Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:15pm - 8:30pm (April 20 – June 29)   
• Soccer Academy 2006-07: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6pm – 7:15pm (April 21 – June 25)
• Soccer Academy 2002-05: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:15pm -8:30pm (April 21 – June 25)

Get more information and sign up here
 
Basketball
Mike Reape's Core 24 Basketball Academy, under the leadership of Sports and Recreation Director Mike Reape and Associate Director Bloochy Magloire, is a new program designed to help your child build skills and character on and off the court. Classes will take place at the Bernikow and Avis buildings.
*Note: There will be no classes on May 24 and May 25.

• Core 24 Clinic: Monday, April 13 – Tuesday, April 14, 10am – 3 pm   
  • *One- or two-day options available*
• Core 24: Avis, Sundays (April 19 – June 21)
  • Pre-K – Grade 4: 10am – 11am
  • Grades 5 – 8: 11am – 12pm
• Core 24 Private & Semi-Private Lessons: Avis, Saturdays, 6pm – 10pm
• Core 24 Tune-Up (Grade School): Bernikow, Mondays (April 20 – June 22), 6pm – 7pm
• Core 24 Training (Pre-K – Grade 8): Bernikow, Tuesdays (April 21 – June 23), 3:30pm – 4:30pm
• Core 24 Reaching High Group Training: Week of April 21 – Week of June 9
  •  Bernikow, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, OR Thursdays, 7pm – 9pm
  • *Drop-in options also available*

Get more information and sign up here

​Tennis:
Our W20 Quick Start Tennis Youth program is ready to serve up a great season for kids at all ages and levels. Classes will take place at the Bernikow JCC and Staten Island Academy.
*Note: There will be no classes on May 24
Sundays, 10 weeks, April 19 – June 28

• Beginner players (ages 5 – 8): 11am – 12pm
• Beginner to intermediate players (ages 8 – 11): 10am – 11am
• Intermediate players (ages 11 – 17): 9am – 10am

We also offer a W20 Quick Start Tennis program for adults, as well as private lessons for any age and level. Please contact [email protected] for details.
Get more information and sign up here

AQUATICS
Spring swimming lessons are a great option for swimmers at every skill level! If your child is new to the pool, you can be sure that they’ll learn the skills they need to have a safe and fun summer. And more advanced swimmers can continue having fun in the pool year-round! All classes will take place at the Bernikow JCC.
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• Parent & Me Classes: Sundays, beginning April 19
  • *Swim diapers are required*
  • Baby Nemos (4 months – 16 months): 10:15am – 11am
  • Baby Dolphins (16 months – 3 years): 11:15am – 12pm
• Levels 1 – 4: 6 weeks, 1 make-up class
  • Sundays, 10am – 11am OR 11am – 12pm, beginning April 19, OR
  • Wednesdays, 3:45pm - 4:45pm, beginning April 22

           
We also offer private swim lessons. Click here for more information, including details on class requirements and curriculum, and to register.

MUSIC
For 50 years, the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute at the JCC has offered instruction to students at every level and interest. We have classes for parents and children to enjoy together, along with classes specializing in different instruments and music styles.
 
*Songwriting Workshop*
Join us for a special Songwriting Workshop--one session only--Sunday, March 15, 4pm – 5pm

• ​Harmony Road Music Program: Registration Ongoing​​
  • Music in Me: Ages 3-4
    • Tuesdays, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
  • Harmony Road: Ages 4.5 - 6
    • Tuesdays, 4:45pm - 5:30pm
  • Young Musician: Ages 6 - 7
    • Tuesdays, 6pm - 6:45pm

*Parent or caregiver must actively accompany child in all Harmony Road classes

• Music Together: Ages Infant - 5
  • 9-week session
  • Sundays, 10:45am – 11:30am (beginning March 29) OR Tuesdays, 9:45am – 10:30am (beginning March 31)
  • Join us for a Free Demo on March 15 at 10am!

• Group Violin: Ages 3 -7
  • 10-week session
  • Sundays, 2pm – 3pm (beginning March 22)
  • Join us for a Free Demo on March 15 at 2pm! (Parental involvement required)
• Intro to Musical Theatre: Ages 7 – 12
  • 10-week session
  • Thursdays, 4:45pm – 5:45pm, beginning March 19
• Ukulele Ensemble: Ages 8 – 14
  • 10-week session
  • Tuesdays, 5pm – 6pm, beginning March 17
• Jazz Workshops/Jams:
  • Have fun playing jazz at a series of jam sessions led by professional musician and educator Ray Scro! Learn new material and basic jazz theory while making music with other jazz enthusiasts. Open to students ages 14 and up and adults.
  • The sessions will be held on April 24, May 6, May 22, June 5, and June 19, from 5pm – 7pm

Get more information and sign up here

• Explorers: Kids Building Our World After School Program – Grades K-8, Monday-Friday 2-7pm
• School’s Out Trips – trips to various fun locations when kids are off from school, Grades K-8, 9am-5pm, extended hours available
• Camp 365, Middle School Madness, and Teen Travel 365 beginning Saturday nights (after Shabbat) and Sundays in October
• Trident Aquatics Swim Team by tryout only
• Private swim and music lessons by appointment
•  Teen tune ups & youth personal training by appointment
• Programs for individuals with disabilities are available for ages 3+
• Super Special Sunday twice a month for children with disabilities
• Teen programs for grades 9-12 available through our Youth Department
• CYO Competitive Basketball Team​
• USA Gymnastics competitive levels 3-10 are held Monday-Friday. 3 to 15 hours per week are required to become a team member.