Fall 2024 Program Guide
Everyone is welcome at the J. Get involved.
Exercise your mind or body. Enjoy a cultural event or holiday program. We have something for everyone at the J.
About the J
Our Mission
The St. Louis Jewish Community Center enriches lives, builds community, promotes inclusivity, and creates meaningful Jewish experiences.
Facility Hours
Monday – Thursday 5:30am – 9pm
Friday 5:30am – 8pm
Saturday – Sunday 7am – 6pm
Guest Policy
Financial Assistance
Limited need-based financial assistance (program and membership scholarship) is available.
For more information visit jccstl.com/scholarships Contact scholarships@jccstl.org
Life Enrichment – For Everyone
Holiday Hours
Labor Day Monday, September 2 8am – 5pm
Erev
Rosh Hashanah Wednesday, October 2 5:30am – 5pm
Rosh Hashanah Thursday, October 3 Closed
Kol Nidre Yom Kippur Friday, October 11 5:30am – 5pm
Yom Kippur Saturday, October 12 Closed
Thanksgiving Thursday, November 28 8am – 2pm
Christmas Eve Tuesday, December 24 5:30am – 5pm
Christmas Wednesday, December 25 8am – 5pm
New Year’s Eve Tuesday, December 31 5:30am – 5pm
New Year’s Day Wednesday, January 1 8am – 5pm
On all other holidays, the J will be open standard hours.
In addition to our holiday schedules, the Marilyn Fox Buillding will be closed all day, Friday, October 4, for the installation of a new HVAC system.
Marilyn Fox Building Construction
The Fox Building is undergoing major renovations. Updates regarding programming will be communicated as necessary after registration.
The J welcomes and invites all persons, including those with differing abilities, to participate in our programs. Participation is based upon an appropriate match between the individual and a particular program. Where feasible and suitable, the J provides necessary supports, including individual programming.
All guests visiting the J must complete the Guest Pass process to enter by being accompanied by an active J member, by arranging for a guest pass in advance with a J membership team member, or meeting with a J membership team member to purchase a guest pass. Each guest must present a valid ID and complete a guest form and liability waiver. Guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult on their first visit. Each guest is limited to five (5) visits per calendar year. Guest passes cannot be purchased or arranged within two (2) hours of closing. All J membership accounts will receive three (3) free one-day guest passes per calendar year. Each pass is valid for one individual for a single day. Contact Sarah Loos, 314.442.3295, sloos@jccstl.org
For updates visit jccstl.com/fox-renovations
As the days become shorter and (hopefully) cooler, we are excited to present our Fall Program Guide, filled with activities and opportunities for everyone to enjoy. At the J, we believe in the power of community and are proud to be known as the “Town Square”—a place where everyone is invited to explore, grow, and genuinely enjoy coming together. Highlights of our Fall Programs include:
Sababa: Join us at Washington University on September 29 to enjoy live music, local artists, family-friendly entertainment, and certified kosher food.
Young Families: We have an amazing line-up of events and activities for young families. From Rosh Hashanah Apple Picking to Safari in the Sukkah, your family will have the opportunity to spend time with others in this amazing stage of life while enjoying fun, relaxed events.
St. Louis Jewish Book Festival: Our annual celebration of authors, books and ideas arrives November 2-17. Whether you read fiction or non-fiction, mystery or sports, we have an author for you.
Basketball: Join our basketball leagues and improve your skills while enjoying friendly competition. Our state-of-the-art facilities and experienced coaches provide the perfect environment for players of all ages and skill levels.
Splash Academy Swim School: Our all-encompassing learn-to-swim programs welcome our littlest ones into the water and creates confident, strong, lifelong swimmers.
Early Childhood Center: Only in our ECC do children participate in year-round swimming, gym class, intergenerational and value-based, character development programming. With a basis in individual instruction, our students graduate ready for kindergarten - cognitively, emotionally, physically and socially.
Everyone is welcome at the J, and we invite you to take part in our programs and enjoy the sense of belonging that comes with being part of the J community. We look forward to seeing you soon and sharing in the wonderful experiences that lie ahead.
Program Listing
provides emotional development years physical, expansion.
Early Childhood Center
The J is committed to helping St. Louis’ youngest learners experience new and exciting things every day. This is why the J offers a wide range of early childhood programs. Whether you’re looking for a structured learning environment in the J’s fully-accredited Early Childhood Center (available at both the Creve Coeur and Chesterfield locations) or play at the Family Center, we believe that you’ll find a myriad of programs to help your infant or toddler learn and grow!
Early Childhood Center
For information or questions, contact:
Early Childhood Center (SFC)
Melissa Burgess 314.442.3224 mburgess@jccstl.org
Early Childhood Center (Fox)
Kathy Coldiron 314.442.3450 kcoldiron@jccstl.org
Join Our Team!
We’re hiring loving, curious, creative and passionate teachers.
Full- and part-time positions available at both locations.
Benefits include medical, pension, 403b, vacation, sick, and holiday time plus membership at our facilities!
Apply today! Scan the QR Code or visit jccstl.com/jobs
Infants & Toddlers
Ages 6-weeks-2 years
Starting as young as six weeks, our infant and toddler classrooms provide a caring and nurturing environment. Our professional educators, in partnership with our families, provide high-quality, individualized, responsive and stimulating experiences that will foster your child’s growth and learning.
SFC & Fox
Mon - Fri 7:30am-5:30pm
Pre-Schoolers
Ages 3-5 years
Our teachers deliver positive learning experiences to help each child’s intellectual, social, and emotional development. We help children build cognitive skills, preparing them for success in multiple academic areas, including reading, math, and science. Areas of focus also include character, social and emotional, gross motor, and executive functioning skills.
• Accredited by Missouri Accreditation & licensed by the Missouri Dept. of Health and Senior Services
• Our Reggio Emilia approach and Conscious Discipline® curriculum teach children the skills that foster both learning and social-emotional growth.
• Swimming, sports, yoga and more
• We teach Jewish values and observe Jewish holidays but welcome families of all faiths.
• Year-round care, including an amazing summer camp experience for preschoolers
• Full & part-time schedules available
SFC & Fox
Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm
Youth Programs
KidZone Babysitting
Ages 6-weeks-10 years
Enjoy your workout, a relaxing massage, or play a sport – we’ll watch the kids. Children get their own time to create, play, laugh, and make friends! Online reservations are required at least three hours in advance. Babysitting is free with qualifying membership. Hours subject to change.
Contact
Sydney Reynolds, 314.442.3128, sreynolds@jccstl.org
Vacation Days
K-6th grade
Spend the day at the J with old friends and new. Vacation Days provide children with a chance to make new friends and try new things so you can work, worry-free. Campers participate in a variety of activities including sports, arts and crafts, cooking, games, swimming, and more. Be sure to bring lunch, a swimsuit, and towel.
Contact
Sydney Reynolds, 314.442.3128, sreynolds@jccstl.org
SFC
Mon-Thu, Sat-Sun 8am-12:30pm
Mon-Thu 4-8pm
Fox
Sat-Sun 8am-12:30pm
Free with qualifying membership Reservations: jccstl.com/kidzone
The Club
K-5th grade (SFC) K-6th grade (Fox)
The J’s after-school enrichment program offers educational, fun, and diverse activities in a safe environment. The Club serves students from Willow Brook Elementary and Remington School at the Staenberg Family Complex in Creve Coeur and Ascension School and Wild Horse Elementary at the Marilyn Fox Building in Chesterfield.
Contact
Sydney Reynolds, 314.442.3128, sreynolds@jccstl.org (SFC) Jess Bauer, 314.442.3431, jbauer@jccstl.org (Fox)
SFC or Fox
Mon-Fri 2024-25 school year Dismissal until 6pm
Pricing and registration: jccstl.com/theclub
SFC
Thu 10/17, Fri 10/18, Tue 11/5 9am-3pm
Early Bird: Per Day $37 member | $47 general public
Early Bird pricing ends two weeks prior to each session
Per Day $42 member | $52 general public
Extend the Day
AM Care: 7:30-9am
$8 member | $10 general public
PM Care: 3-6pm $12 member | $15 general public
Winter Break Camp K-6th grade
Spend winter break at the J! Children participate in a variety of activities that keep campers active and busy having fun throughout the day including sports, arts and crafts, science, cooking, swimming and more. Be sure to bring a lunch, swimsuit, and towel.
Contact
Jess Bauer, 314.442.3431, jbauer@jccstl.org
SFC or Fox
Mon-Fri Dec 23-Jan 3 9am-3pm
Early Bird: Per Day $37 member | $47 general public
Early Bird pricing ends two weeks prior to each session
Per Day $42 member | $52 general public
Extend the Day
AM Care: 7:30-9am
PM Care: 3-6pm
$8 member | $10 general public
$12 member | $15 general public
Youth Theatre’s Shrek Jr. Ages 5-15
Youth Theatre is an all-inclusive, educational theatre program that allows students to build confidence, improve communication, and experience the joy of the performing arts. The cast will work together to learn songs, dances, and ultimately put on a wonderful performance at the end of the session. All participants who audition will be cast, but you must register prior to auditioning.
Contact Robyn Hartley, 314.442.3239, rhartley@jccstl.org
SFC
Auditions: Sun Aug 18 2-5pm
Regular Rehearsals: Sun Aug 25-Dec 1 2-5pm
Tech Rehearsals: Sun-Tue Dec 8-10 2-5pm
Performances: Wed-Thu Dec 11-12 7pm Sun Dec 15 11am & 3pm
$310 member | $340 general public
Youth Sports
Youth Sports Contacts
For information or questions, contact:
Director of Sports, Recreation and J Day Camps
Mat DeWinters
314.442.3104 mdewinters@jccstl.org
Sports & Recreation Manager –Youth Sports and J Day Camps
Dale McLin
314.442.3263 dmclin@jccstl.org
Start Smart Basketball
Ages 3-4
A parent-child developmental program to prepare for organized sports. Parents work with their children in a structured environment as they learn how to properly teach and support their children in sports. Participants receive a t-shirt and a participation award. Parent participation is mandatory.
SFC or Fox
Wed Jan 22-Feb 19 4:30-5pm
$95 member | $127 general public
Basketball Pre-K League
Ages 4-5
Specifically designed for kids in Pre-K, this starts with practices where players focus on learning how to shoot, dribble, pass, and have fun playing as a team. The season concludes with games. Teams are coached by volunteer parents and consist of up to eight players. Games played at either J location. Session format is 20-minute practice followed by games led by coaches.
SFC or Fox
Wed Jan 15-Feb 19 5:15-6:15pm
$121 member | $153 general public
For Program Registration and most up-to-date schedule
Scan the QR Code or visit jccstl.com/youthsports
Basketball J Academy K-6th grade
J Academy is the top group training program in the St. Louis area. Players will learn the fundamentals of basketball that include passing, shooting, and ball handling. This program will challenge players in small group play by introducing strength and conditioning as well as agility drills. Our basketball academy is for both boys and girls in kindergarten through 6th grade. Academy offers a unique opportunity for beginner, intermediate and advance level players to refine fundamentals, learn to play the game of basketball, and stand out on the court.
SFC or FOX
Mon & Wed Oct 7-Nov 27 K-2nd: 6-7pm 3rd-6th: 7:10-8:10pm
$200 member | $225 general public
J Basketball Skills Academy K-8th grade
J Basketball Skills Academy focuses on core fundamentals for all skill levels. Areas of concentration include shooting mechanics, speed and controlled dribbling, on- and-off ball defense, footwork, and offensive and defensive principles. Fee includes a jersey, seven weeks of training and small-game play.
SFC Sat Jan 11-Feb 15 K-2nd: 9-9:55am 3rd-6th: 10-10:55am
Fox
Sun Jan 12-Feb 16 K-2nd: 9-9:55am 3rd-6th: 10-10:55am
$121 member | $153 general public
Individual or Team Basketball Training 1st-12th grade
Basketball training focuses on core fundamentals for all skill levels. All parts of the game will be worked on. Private workouts are customized to meet the specific needs of the player. Group workouts are great for discounted pricing and offer team skill building. Take your game to the next level.
SFC or Fox By appointment
Individual Training
30 min
1 hour
Group Training
$25 member | $35 general public
$50 member | $70 general public
Buy 4 Get 1 Free!
Mac and Jeanette Brown Basketball League
K-8th grade
Registration is open for our boys’ and girls’ basketball league. Gender-specific divisions will be formed based on enrollment. The K-2nd grade league includes team placement as available, a weekday practice at either J location, 10 weekend games and a uniform. The 3rd-8th grade league features 10 weekend games with option of adding on practices and/or team uniforms for additional cost.
*New for the 2025 season, we will accept 3rd-8th grade individual players and form teams as available!
SFC or FOX
Practices Weekdays Dec 2-Mar 9 Times vary
Games Weekends
Jan 4-Mar 9 Times vary
K-2nd Individual: $154 member | $204 general public
3rd-8th Individual: $154 member | $204 general public
3rd-8th Team: $875 games only
3rd-8th Add-ons:
Practices
$250 per team
Jerseys $50 per player
High School Basketball League 9th-12th grade
We welcome team signups and accommodate individual signups based on availability. Each team must have a coach who is at least 21 years old. Depending on enrollment, we create separate boys’ and girls’ divisions. The league includes eight thrilling games, with the option to add practice space and team jerseys for additional costs. Games are scheduled on weekends and weeknights and at both J locations. Practices start in December and games kick off in January. Don’t miss out—team registrations are on a firstcome, first-served basis. Get ready to have fun, improve your skills, and enjoy the camaraderie of basketball!
SFC or FOX
Practices Weekends Dec 2-Mar 9 Times vary
Games Weekends Jan 11-Mar 9 Times vary
$695 games only Add-ons:
Practices $250 per team
Jerseys $40 per player
Holiday Invitational “SHOWDOWN”
Youth Basketball Tournament
5th-8th grade
Gather your team, lace up your sneakers, and get ready to compete for the championship title! Join us for an actionpacked double-elimination tournament, where young athletes can experience the thrill of competitive play in an exciting and supportive environment! Compete against some of the best young players, sharpen your basketball skills, and learn to think strategically under pressure. Our tournament emphasizes the importance of playing as a team. This tournament is open to teams of all skill levels; whether you’re a seasoned squad or just starting out, this is your chance to showcase your talent, learn, and have fun. Trophies award to division champions.
SFC
Sat-Sun
$200 per team
Dec 21-22 (Boys) Times vary
Dec 28-29 (Girls) Times vary
$5 per day admission for spectators
Youth Sports Coaches Adults
The J relies on dedicated volunteer coaches to make a difference in the lives of our youngest athletes. We are looking for positive role models who lead by example, teach the game, and create a fun and safe playing experience.
Contact Stephanie Rhea, 314.442.3164, srhea@jccstl.org
Start Smart Soccer
Ages 3-4
A perfect program for young athletes and their parents who want to build a strong foundation in soccer while enjoying quality time together. This parent-child developmental initiative is designed to prepare young athletes for organized sports. In this structured environment, parents and children learn essential skills and foster a love for soccer. Parental participation is mandatory, ensuring that parents are equipped to teach and support their children effectively in sports.
SFC
Sun Oct 6-Nov 3 11:15-11:45am
$95 member | $127 general public
Pre-K Soccer League
Ages 4-5
A league where young athletes can develop their skills and enjoy the excitement of the game in a fun and supportive environment. Our league is designed to maximize player participation and touches on the ball, fostering growth and enthusiasm for soccer. Games are played 5-on-5 without goalies, ensuring more ball interaction and active participation for every player. Everyone receives a team jersey and a trophy to celebrate their efforts and achievements. The program is parent/coach-led, encouraging parental involvement and guidance.
SFC
Sun Oct 6-Nov 10 12:15-1:15pm
$121 member | $153 general public
J Soccer Skills - Training Program Academy
K-6th Grade
Elevate your soccer skills with professional coaching from the St. Louis CORE Soccer Training Club! This program focuses on enhancing children’s abilities through targeted drills – developing technique, agility and game awareness – and engaging small game play. Each participant receives a jersey to wear with pride.
SFC
Sun Oct 6-Nov 10 10-11am
$121 member | $153 general public
Yong Shins / Little Ninjas
Ages 4-6
An introductory class into the world of Taekwondo. This nationallyaccredited program introduces discipline and respect with a focus on fitness, control, and technique. Little ones will have fun learning and training while building confidence and coordination.
SFC (Yong Shins)
Mon Ongoing 6:30-7:30pm
Fox (Little Ninjas)
Thu Ongoing 5:30-6:30pm Sat Ongoing 2-3pm
$56 member | $79 general public Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.
Taekwondo
Ages 6 +
Instructors determine the appropriate class level for students. Training uses a combination of combat techniques, self-defense, sport, exercise, meditation, entertainment, and philosophy. Students will develop and refine their skills and build and acquire strength, self-confidence, knowledge, and control.
SFC (Youth Beginners) Wed Ongoing 6:30-7:30pm
SFC (Youth Advanced) Wed Ongoing 7:30-8:30pm
Fox (Youth Beginners)
Thu Ongoing 6:30-7:30pm Sat Ongoing 3-4pm
Fox (Youth Advanced)
Thu Ongoing 7:30-8:30pm Sat Ongoing 4-5pm
$56 member | $79 general public Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.
Adult Sports
Adult Sports Contacts
For information or questions, contact:
Director of Sports, Recreation and J Day Camps
Mat DeWinters
314.442.3104 mdewinters@jccstl.org
Sports & Recreation Manager –Adult Sports and Registrar
Jeff Reis
314.442.3279 jreis@jccstl.org
Men’s Competitive & Recreational Basketball Leagues
18 years +
Experience the heart-pounding action of the most invigorating league in the area! With two intense 20-minute halves, the clock never stops ticking except for crucial timeouts and the nail-biting moments of the final two minutes in each half. The max roster of 12 players ensures a fierce and competitive game every time. Team registration is a must along with complete payment to secure your spot. And for an added touch of unity, jerseys will be provided for an additional one-time fee. Get ready to unleash your passion for the game and push yourself to the limit in this unforgettable league experience. It’s time to lace up, gather your team, and show the world what you’re made of!
Recreational Leagues: players with minimal high school play and/or regular pick-up game experience
Competitive Leagues: players with high school and college experience
Leagues may be combined if minimum number of teams is not reached in each league
SFC & Fox
Session 1
Recreational Wed Oct 23-Dec 11 6-9pm
Competitive Thu Oct 24-Dec 19 6-9pm
Session 2
Recreational Sun Jan 5-Feb 23 8-11am
Competitive Sun Jan 5-Feb 23 8-11am
$550 per team
For Program Registration and most up-to-date schedule
Scan the QR Code or visit jccstl.com/adultsports
3-on-3 Basketball Tournament 18 years +
Showcase your skills and compete in our fast-paced tournament designed for basketball enthusiasts who are eager to play, have fun, and challenge themselves. This tournament is open to men of all skill levels with a maximum of five players. Winners will receive trophies… and bragging rights. Gather your team and sign up for an unforgettable basketball experience!
SFC
Sun Nov 3 12pm
$175 per team
Intramural Competitive & Recreational Basketball Leagues 18-25 years
This league is designed for individuals currently in college. With two intense 20-minute halves, the clock never stops ticking except for crucial timeouts and the nail-biting moments of the final two minutes in each half. The max roster of 12 players ensures a fierce and competitive game every time. Team registration is a must along with complete payment to secure your spot. And for an added touch of unity, jerseys will be provided for an additional one-time fee.
SFC & Fox
Sun Sept 29-Nov 17 1-5pm
$550 per team
Racquetball
18 years +
Enjoy guaranteed weekly court time! This league is perfect for racquetball enthusiasts who want to play regularly and improve their skills in a competitive yet fun environment. Whether you’re looking to test your skills, enjoy regular play, or meet fellow racquetball enthusiasts, our league offers the perfect setting. Sign up today and be part of an engaging and competitive racquetball community! No program Nov 28.
Prerequisites
• Space is limited
• Two matches per night
• Canister of balls provided each session
• Leagues may be adjusted to create parity
SFC
$72 member | $144 general public
$10 credit for each new player that you bring to to the league.
Bronze League Advanced (B/C Tournament Level) Players have good game knowledge and strategy.
Mon Oct 14-Dec 30 6-9pm
Gold League (A/B Tournament Level)
Play at a high level in league and tournaments.
Thu Oct 17-Jan 9 6-9pm
Taekwondo
16 years +
This training uses a combination of combat technique, self-defense, sport, exercise, meditation, entertainment, and philosophy. Students will further their skill development and acquire strength, self-confidence, knowledge, and control.
SFC
Mon Ongoing 7:30-8:30pm
$56 member | $79 general public
Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.
Open Volleyball – Drop-In & Play 18 years +
A fantastic opportunity to enjoy a fun and energetic evening of volleyball, whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking to get active. Program offers three courts: one for beginners and two for advanced players. Come and spike your way to a great time!
SFC
Tue Ongoing 7-9pm
Free member | $20/month general public
Coed Volleyball League
18 years +
Calling both competitive and recreational levels. Each season consists of seven regular season games and a single-elimination tournament for the top four teams. Max roster of 12 players. Game locations depend on the number of teams registered. Leagues may be combined based on enrollment. Team registration required with complete payment.
Recreational Leagues: players with minimal high school play and/or regular pick-up game experience
Competitive Leagues: players with high school and college experience
Leagues may be combined if minimum number of teams is not reached in each league
SFC
Sun Oct 13-Dec 1 9am-12pm
$290 per team
Pickleball Tournament
18 years +
The Pickleball Masters Adult Tournament is an exciting and competitive event designed for adult pickleball enthusiasts of all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the sport, this tournament offers a fun and engaging environment to showcase your skills, meet fellow pickleball lovers, and enjoy a day of thrilling matches. Round-robin format followed by elimination rounds. Matches will be best of three games, first to 11 points (win by 2 points).
SFC
Sat-Sun Nov 9-10 9am-2pm
$45 per team
Indoor Golf Simulator
18 years +
Welcome to indoor golf! Cold weather will not stand in the way of your game. The J is proud to offer the finest golfing experience that delivers the most realistic game, on the world’s most iconic courses. There’s no reason to wait until the weather cooperates, play today. In addition to this we supply balls and tees, but please remember your own clubs!
• Driving Range
• Course Play
• Single or Group Play
SFC
Mon-Fri Ongoing 9am-5pm
Per Hour: $36 member | $50 general public
101 Pickleball Clinic
18 years +
The 101 class will cover safety, court terminology, types of shots, rules, scoring, and how to play doubles. This clinic is perfect for those who have never played or are just starting out and want to learn the basics. Instructors: Ignite Pickleball.
Fox
Session 1 Mon Nov 11-Dec 9 5:30-7pm
Session 2 Mon Jan 6-Feb 3 5:30-7pm
$77 member | $90 general public
202 Pickleball Clinic
18 years +
The 202 (Advanced) class will cover strategy, court movement, shot selections, proper ball placement and advanced shots such as cross court dinking and 3rd shot drops. This clinic is perfect for those who are currently playing the game regularly.
Instructors: Ignite Pickleball.
Fox
Session 1 Mon Nov 11-Dec 9 7:15-8:45pm
Session 2 Mon Jan 6-Feb 3 7:15-8:45pm
$77 member | $90 general public
Aquatics
Aquatic Program Contacts
For information or questions, contact:
Aquatics Director
Heather Cheseman
314.442.3296 hcheseman@jccstl.org
Swim Lesson Coordinator (SFC)
Shelby Trolinger
314.442.3114 strolinger@jccstl.org
British Swim School
All Ages
We have partnered with the British Swim School to teach lessons at the Marilyn Fox Building in Chesterfield. The British Swim School (BSS) has been dedicated to teaching water survival skills to children as young as three months for more than 40 years. Like the J, BSS believes it is mission-critical to teach children to swim and to be safe while enjoying the water. With its large instructor base and our large pool, we can serve even more families in the Chesterfield area. BSS lessons are available at various times each day.
Contact
314.312.1878, goswim@britishswimschool.com
Fox See schedule online britishswimschool.com/st-louis/the-j-chesterfield
SWIM SCHOOL
Private Swim Lessons
All Ages
Lessons are customized to individual needs and skill level whether getting used to the water, learning to swim or creating a more efficient and challenging workout. The more you swim, the more you save!
• By appointment only
• Lessons are 30 minutes
• Lessons must be used within six months of purchase
Private Lessons
One lesson $45 member | $58 general public
Five lessons $225 member | $290 general public
Ten lessons $405 member | $522 general public
Buy 9 Get 1 Free!
Semi-Private Lessons (per participant)
One lesson $30 member | $38 general public
Five lessons $150 member | $190 general public
Ten lessons $270 member | $342 general public
Buy 9 Get 1 Free!
Group Swim Lessons for Adults
18 years +
Have you wanted to learn to swim, but just felt you missed the bus, or that you’re too old to learn a new trick? The J is offering just the class to help you learn! We are offering an Adult group swim lesson. We want everyone to come as they are, no requirements or restrictions on this class. This is a shame-free zone for all adults, all levels, any (or no) experience to come and learn. Come jump in with us!
SFC
Mon or Wed Ongoing 7:15pm
$105 member | $135 general public | per month
Splash Academy Swim School Group Lessons
All Ages (6 months +)
The J Splash Academy Swim School, at the Staenberg Family Complex (SFC) in Creve Coeur, offers an all-encompassing learnto-swim program designed to create confident, strong, lifelong swimmers of all ages, starting at six months of age.
Instructors are trained to provide compassion-based instruction, positive reinforcement and encouragement each step of the way. The program provides opportunity for skill/level progression, regular feedback, and accomplishment awards for swimmers as they progress through the “fishy” levels.
1 class per week
2 classes per week
Splash Babies
$105 member | $135 general public | per month
$190 member | $250 general public | per month
$82 member | $110 general public | per month
No program Sept 1, Sept 2, Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 12, Nov 26, Nov 28.
There are three pillars of J Splash Academy Swim School:
1. Introduction to Water & Water Safety Skills
2. Basic Swimming Skills
3. Competitive Swimming Technique
Splash Academy Swim School LEVELS
Splash Babies Ages 6 months - 3 years
Introduces basic water skills to children with little or no experience in a pool. Get in, get wet, and get comfortable.
Starfish 3 years +
Introduces basic water skills to children with little or no experience in a pool. Get in, get wet, and get comfortable.
Pufferfish
Builds upon performing Starfish skills independently and becoming more comfortable in the water with a focus on learning basic swimming survival.
Lionfish
Introduces strokes and kicks, with a focus on underwater breath control, kicking and pulling to create forward-motion swimming and in-water safety. Students must be able to perform all Starfish and Pufferfish skills independently.
Angelfish
Swimmers continue their development by learning and practicing beginner strokes with an introduction to advanced strokes and kicks. Instruction also includes diving and treading water techniques.
Stingrays
Swimmers refine skills on stroke techniques and proficient rotary breathing by practicing specific swimming and breath control drills.
Hammerheads
Upon performing all strokes and dives proficiently, instruction focuses on distant and endurance swimming while introducing competitive swimming skills.
*Starfish-Angelfish will have a 4:1 student’s to instructor ratio. Stingrays and Hammerhead 6:1
SWIM SCHOOL
Splash Academy Swim School Schedule
TIME CLASS
SAT 9am 10am 11am All Groups All Groups All Groups SUN 9am 10am 11am 1pm All Groups/Splash Babies All Groups All Groups All Groups/Jr. Jaws
MON 3pm 4:15pm 5:15pm 6:15pm 7:15pm All Groups All Groups All Groups All Groups Adult Group
TUE 3pm 4:15pm 5:15pm 6:15pm All Groups All Groups All Groups All Groups
WED 3pm 4:15pm 5:15pm 6:15pm 7:15pm All Groups All Groups/Jr. Jaws All Groups All Groups Adult Group THU 3pm 4:15pm 5:15pm 6:15pm All Groups All Groups All Groups All Groups
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations require 30 days’ notice via email to strolinger@jccstl.org. No refunds on partial months.
Make-Up Classes: Contact Shelby at 314.442.3114 or strolinger@jccstl.org for availability.
Jr. Jaws Swim Club
Ages 4-10
Be a part of this exciting swim team transition program for graduates of J Splash Academy Swim School and those who are interested in the J Sharks Swim team. Swimmers will continue to develop skills through instruction on stroke technique, endurance and sprint drills. They will also be introduced to proper racing techniques including turns, starts and finishes. Swimmers attend one class per week. No program Sept 1 and Oct 2.
SFC
Sun Ongoing 1-1:45pm
Wed Ongoing 4:15-5pm
$105 member | $135 general public | per month
J Sharks Swim Team
Ages 5-18
Join the club! You will work to improve your time, strokes and endurance as you become part of this great team! Swimmers from both buildings compete in a fun meet and challenge for bragging rights. No program Oct 2, Oct 3, Oct 12, Nov 28.
Swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards of all four strokes.
SFC or Fox
Mon-Thu Sept 16-Dec 5 5-6pm
1 or 2 days per week: $312 member | $348 general public
3 or 4 days per week: $360 member | $396 general public
Aquaglide (Inflatable Obstacle Course) Birthday Ages 5-14
Your child will slip, slide, splash and laugh to their best birthday party ever! Your child and their friends can conquer the J’s own Aquaglide Challenge, the best-inflated obstacle course on water! Everyone can race to the finish – and see who is left standing…or splashing. Everyone must be able to swim in the deep end for this party. Parties include time in a party room and the pool. Must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance.
Fox
$350 member | $400 general public (up to 15 children)
Each Additional Child: $12 member | $15 general public
50% deposit required at the time of reservation
Splashdown Birthday
All Ages
Let your child make a splash at his or her birthday party by hosting it at one of the J’s state-of-the-art pools. The birthday child and guests will swim and enjoy water games, supervised by an aquatics staff member. Also included in this package is a party room where partygoers can sing happy birthday, open gifts and and celebrate together! Parties must be reserved a minimum of two in weeks in advance.
SFC & Fox (Indoor or Outdoor)
$225 member | $275 general public (up to 15 children)
Each Additional Child: $12 member | $15 general public
50% deposit required at the time of reservation
American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
15 years +
This class teaches the duties and responsibilities of lifeguards to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. Upon completion, participants are certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard, including CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid and AED.
Prerequisites
• By appointment only
• Lessons are 30 minutes
• Lessons must be used within six months of purchase
Notes
• Must attend both classes
• No refunds for cancellations made less than seven (7) days prior to the start of class
• Participants who do not pass the prerequisite will receive a refund minus a fee of $25
• This is a blended learning class with online learning and in-water skills
SFC Thu/Fri Dec 14-15 9am-5pm
$225 member | $250 general public
Aquatic Fitness & Training 16 years +
Take advantage of a personalized 60-minute aquatic fitness training session. Training in water alleviates stress to various joints while allowing for resistance, flexibility and strengthening. Group option available.
SFC or Fox By appointment
$60 member | $70 general public | Call 314.442.3296 for group rates
Aquatic Group Exercise 16 years +
Water group fitness is a fantastic way to complement your workout. Fitness in the water is generally easier on your joints, but still burns calories. With several classes to choose from, find the one that is right for you!
SFC or Fox See schedule online jccstl.com/groupex
Aquatic Group Exercise Descriptions
Aqua Fit: Moderate-impact, water-specific exercises designed to progressively build strength, flexibilityand endurance.
Aqua Flow: Lower impact. Good choice for those with arthritis, rehabbing or new to aqua fitness.
Aqua Power: High-intensity, multi-discipline workout in the lap pool. Participants must be comfortable in all depths of the pool. Finning, treading, kick boxing, traditional water moves and more.
Aqua Power Deep: Deep water, high-intensity, zero-impact resistance training to improve muscle tone, aerobic capacity, flexibility, strength and endurance with the use of resistance equipment and flotation belts.
Swim Boot Camp: Swimming, kicking, treading, jumping, sprinting, drilling, balance, resistance and calisthenics in and out of the water.
Cultural Arts
For Program Info and Registration
Scan the QR Code or visit newjewishtheatre.org
The New Jewish Theatre is dedicated to the exploration of universal themes and issues filtered through a lens of the Jewish experience. We use our productions to enrich lives, promote inclusivity, and build community. New Jewish Theatre’s 2023 season was honored with 24 nominations and six wins from the St. Louis Theatre Circle Awards.
New Jewish Theatre
For information or questions, contact:
Artistic Director
Rebekah Scallet 314.442.3257 rscallet@jccstl.org
Trayf By Lindsay Joelle
Recommended 16 years +
Zalmy lives a double life. By day, he drives a Chabad “Mitzvah Tank” through 1990s New York City, performing good deeds with his best friend Shmuel. By night, he sneaks out of his orthodox community to roller-skate and listen to rock and roll. But when a curious outsider offers him unfettered access to the secular world, is it worth jeopardizing everything he’s ever known? This road-trip bromance is a funny and heartwarming ode to the turbulence of youth, the universal suspicion that we don’t quite fit in, and the faith and friends that see us through.
SFC
Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays Sept 12-29
$49 member | $ 54 general public
First Date Book by Austin Winsberg Music & Lyrics by Alan Zachary & Michael Weiner
Recommended 16 years +
A romantic musical comedy! When blind date newbie Aaron is set up with serial-dater Casey, a casual drink at a busy New York restaurant turns into a hilarious high-stakes dinner. As the date unfolds in real time, the couple quickly finds that they are not alone on this unpredictable evening. In a delightful and unexpected twist, Casey and Aaron’s inner critics take on a life of their own when other restaurant patrons transform into supportive best friends, manipulative exes and protective parents, who sing and dance them through ice-breakers, appetizers and potential conversational land mines. Can this couple turn what could be a dating disaster into something special before the check arrives?
SFC
Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays Nov 21-Dec 8
$49 member | $ 54 general public
Announcing our 2024 Headliners!
For Program Info and Registration
Scan the QR Code or visit stljewishbookfestival.org
The St. Louis Jewish Book Festival is an annual celebration of authors, books, and ideas during early November, with additional author events year-round. The range of author topics is vast: business, cooking, economics, family, fiction, history, music, religion, sports, and more.
Jewish Book Festival
For information or questions, contact:
Literary Arts Director Jessica Fischoff 314.442.3294
jfischoff@jccstl.org
Save the Dates! November 2-17, 2024 | SFC
Mickey Bergman In the Shadows
Director of the Richardson Center for Global Engagement and foreign hostage negotiation specialist.
Saturday, November 2 at 7pm
Brian Levant
50 Years of Happy Days
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of this beloved TV show with a jog down memory lane from its most hilarious writer.
Tuesday, November 6 at 7:30pm
Julia Quinn
Queen Charlotte
Author of the Netflix series, Bridgerton.
Thursday, November 7
Reception at 6:30pm Prgoram at 7pm
Joan Nathan My Life in Recipes
Famed food editor, critic and chef
Saturday, November 16 at 7pm
Daniel Handler aka Lemony Snicket And Then? And Then? What Else?
Author of the children’s book series A Series of Unfortunate Events, which was adapted into a Netflix series from 2017-19.
Sunday, November 17 at 7pm
Jewish Life Programs
3rd Annual Re:Treat Jewish Young Adults Retreat
Adults 22-40
A Shabbat retreat, generously sponsored by the Staenberg Family Foundation and J Associates. RE:Treat to Camp Sabra at the Lake of the Ozarks for a weekend away full of entertainment, great kosher food, Pre-Rosh Hashanah prep, Shabbat services with special song leaders, and more. Registration is required.
Contact
Avital Kadosh, 314.442.3172, akadosh@jccstl.org
Camp Sabra
Fri-Sun Sept 6-8
$72 single | $118 couple
Rosh Hashanah Apple Picking Families
Join us for a fun day of apple picking for the whole family for Rosh Hashanah. Registration is required.
Contact
Avital Kadosh, 314.442.3172, akadosh@jccstl.org
Eckert’s (951 S Green Mt Rd, Belleville, IL 62220)
Sun Oct 6 10am
Tickets for purchase on-site
Safari in the Sukkah
Families with children
Join the Family Center, our Early Childhood Center, PJ Library, and all our friends for a special Sukkot spectacular. We will gather for a Sukkot open house with a petting zoo and activities, both family-friendly and exciting for adults alike. Shake the lulav and etrog, sing and schmooze with many special animal guests.
Contact
Avital Kadosh, 314.442.3127, akadosh@jccstl.org
SFC
Mon Oct 21 5-7pm
Free
For Program Registration and most up-to-date schedule
Scan the QR Code or visit jccstl.com/jewish-life
Hanukkah at Garden Glow
Everyone
Save the date for our third annual community celebration of Hanukkah with the Missouri Botanical Gardens at Garden Glow. Tickets can be purchased through the Missouri Botanical Gardens website.
Contact
Avital Kadosh, 314.442.3172, akadosh@jccstl.org
Missouri Botanical Gardens (4344 Shaw Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63110)
Sun Dec 15 12-6pm
Tickets with promo code missouribotanicalgarden.org
Christmas Matinee Movie & Hanukkah Candle Lighting
Everyone
Save the date for our second annual Christmas movie. We will show a G-rated movie and have Kosher concessions for sale. All are welcome. This year, since December 25 is the first night of Hanukkah, we will light the first candle after we show our familyfriendly film.
Contact
Avital Kadosh, 314.442.3172, akadosh@jccstl.org
SFC
Wed Dec 25 3pm
$5 per person
NYE Hanukkah Party Families
Join other families with young children to celebrate Hanukkah and the pending New Year.
Contact
Avital Kadosh, 314.442.3172, akadosh@jccstl.org
The District in Chesterfield (17057 N Outer 40 Rd, Chesterfield, MO 63005)
Mon Dec 30 5pm
Free
For Program Info and Registration Scan the QR Code or visit jccstl.com/jnext
JNext is an initiative of the J that focuses on adults who are recent empty nesters around the ages of 40-55 with children recently out of the house. We are looking to be here for you in this next stage of life. Are you looking to fill the time that used to be in the carpool line or driving to and from afterschool sports?
JNext
For information or questions, contact: Jewish Experience & Innovation Director Avital Kadosh 314.442.3127 akadosh@jccstl.org
JNext Hanukkah Party
Adults
Oh Hanukkah oh Hanukkah come light the menorah. Let’s have a party, we’ll all dance the hora. Gather ‘round the table we’ll give you a treat. Sivivon to play with and latkes to eat. And while we are playing, the candles are burning low. One for each night they shed a great light to remind us of days long ago. One for each night they shed a great light to remind us of days long ago.
Offsite
Thu Dec 19 6pm
Pay your own tab
One Table Together
Adults
A chance for empty nesters seeking Jewish engagement to do so in a nontraditional setting. Host a dinner, attend a dinner, come together, and deepen your connections to Jewish rituals and community.
Nishmah, a program of the St. Louis Jewish Community Center, inspires, engages, and supports Jewish women. Through inspirational programming, Nishmah brings together Jewish women from different denominations who may have otherwise never met. Together, these women learn from each other, connect and form bonds through faith and friendship.
Nishmah
For information or questions, contact:
Jewish Community Engagment Manager Emilie Brockman 314.442.3267 ebrockman@jccstl.org
Nishmah Women’s Retreat
Adult Women
A very special Shabbat retreat. Set at breathtaking Camp Sabra at the Lake of the Ozarks for the very first time, we will gather for learning, entertainment, great kosher food, Pre-Rosh Hashanah prep, Shabbat services with special one-of-a-kind sessions and more! Registration is required.
Camp Sabra
Fri-Sun Sept 20-22
$200 cabin | $225 climate control
For Program Info and Registration
Scan the QR Code or visit jccstl.com/hamsa
The Hamsa Wellness Community is the J’s cancer community program and a community partner of the national nonprofit Sharsheret organization. The Hamsa Wellness Community educates individuals regarding hereditary cancer risks, especially women and men of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry, who have an increased risk of carrying a hereditary cancer gene mutation. We also support those facing a cancer diagnosis anywhere along their journey. We welcome and support all who reach out. These programs are available to J members and the general public.
The Hamsa Wellness Community
For information or questions, contact:
Director
Debbi Braunstein 314.442.3266 dbraunstein@jccstl.org
Oncology Massage
18 years +
A specialized, non-invasive therapy that helps one manage the symptoms of cancer and side effects of treatment. It uses a light touch along with slow, steady movements, and is intended to help the body relax. A safe massage plan generally revolves around the side effects (both short and long-term) of chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery. Massages provided by licensed therapists properly trained in oncology massage.
SFC
$70 per 60 minutes
Strength Over Cancer
18 years +
A small group fitness program specifically geared for cancer patients and those who have completed their treatment. A growing amount of research shows that regular exercise can greatly improve physical and mental health during every phase of treatment. Even if you were not active before your cancer diagnosis, an exercise program that meets your unique needs can help you get moving safely and successfully.
SFC
Tue Ongoing 11-week sessions 5-6pm
Free but registration required
Monthly Breast and Ovarian Cancer Support Group
Women 18 years +
This monthly group provides support, connection, and education to women in the St. Louis community who are newly diagnosed, in active treatment, maintenance or post-treatment. The group periodically welcomes guests offering meaningful and relevant experiential activities. Facilitated by Kathy Bearman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Newcomers are always welcome. Open to members and the public. A light kosher dinner is served.
SFC
Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month 5:15-6:45pm
Free but RSVP requested
Yoga for Cancer 18 years
+
This yoga methodology teaches interventions to help cancer patients and survivors manage the symptoms and side effects of their treatment and improve overall health outcomes. An excellent way to relax and distract from the stresses of cancer while taking an active role in your recovery. Benefits can include reduced anxiety and stress, decreased chemotherapy-related fatigue, improved sleep, boost to immune system, and a reduction in pain. Classes are gentle and restorative and adapt to individual needs. Taught by a Yoga4Cancer (LLC) Trained Insructor.
SFC
Thu Weekly 4-5:15pm
The J Associates is a support auxiliary of the Jewish Community Center of St. Louis. Part of the mission of this dynamic organization is to raise money, which is then allocated annually to departments at the J. These departments use the funds for scholarships and programs. Impacting all ages from infants to the elderly, the J Associates have contributed to important programs such as Home Delivered Meals, Theatre Unlimited for adults with special needs, early childhood services, J Day Camps and more. With the dedication and commitment of more than 500 members, the J Associates have allocated nearly $3 million to the J since 1985, and continue to make a difference in the lives of so many.
For information or questions, contact:
Volunteer Opportunities
St. Louis Jewish Book Festival
Helping Hands are always welcome! With hundreds of programs each year, the J invites volunteers to help fulfill our mission in serving the community. Whether you’re a high school student needing some community service hours, or a retiree looking to remain busy, we always need help with a variety of activities.
Volunteer Contact
For information or questions, contact:
Volunteer Coordinator
Stephanie Rhea 314.442.3164 srhea@jccstl.org
Administration Assistance
On occasion, we need volunteers to help with administration needs such as stuffing a mailing or tabbing a brochure. Reach out to Stephanie to be put on a contact list if this interests you.
SFC
Days and hours vary
Adult Day at the J
Volunteers help with a variety of activities including swimming, exercise, arts & crafts, T’ai Chi, gardening, meal service, special events and more.
SFC
Days and hours vary
Early Childhood Center
Volunteers are wanted in both locations to hold babies and read to classes.
SFC and Fox
Mon-Fri Aug-May 8am-4pm
Garden of Eden
Help plant, weed, stir the compost, harvest, and prepare the produce from our garden for transport to the pantry.
SFC
Sun, Mon, Thu Mar-Nov 8-11am
Help make the JBF even more success by being on the volunteer committee. Volunteers help distribute promotional materials, assist with each event, and many other tasks.
SFC
Days and hours vary
Kitchen J
Volunteers make phone calls to Meals on Wheels clients, checking in on their delivery service, asking specific questions and lending an ear to listen.
SFC
Hours and days are flexible
Sunday Friendship Group
Chaperones help as adults with disabilities gather every other Sunday for social gatherings on and off campus, including trips to the zoo, cooking classes, swim parties, etc.
SFC and Offsite
Sun Aug-May 11am-3pm (varies)
Theatre Unlimited
Help model choreography, assist with behavior skills and help with tech as our adults with disabilities audition, rehearse, and perform musicals twice per year.
SFC
Wed Aug-May 6-8pm
Sun Aug-May 4-6pm
Used Book Sale
Help sort books by genre leading up to our biannual sales, and help manage the two weeklong sales.
SFC
Hours and days are flexible
Fitness
Fitness Contacts
For information or questions, contact:
Director of Fitness, Membership, and Aquatics
Andy Berman
314.442.3131 aberman@jccstl.org
Fitness Director (Fox)
Andy Hayes
314.442.3147 ahayes@jccstl.org
Fitness Manager (SFC)
Amber Powell
314.442.3452 apowell@jccstl.org
Group Exercise Manager
Sarah Amonson
314.442.3210 samonson@jccstl.org
InBody Fitness Assessment and Consultation
18 years +
What is the InBody Test?
New state-of-the-art Body Composition testing with the InBody 570 machine. What does your weight really represent? When you step on a scale, you can’t see how much muscle or fat you have— all you see is a number with no context. Go beyond the scale with the InBody Test, a non-invasive, quick, and accurate body composition analysis that provides a detailed breakdown of your weight in terms of muscle, fat, and water. Your comprehensive yet easy-to-understand measurements will display on an InBody Result Sheet in less than two minutes. No more pinching. No more dunking. Get results you can trust so you can reach your health and fitness goals with precision and actionable objectives.
SFC & Fox
First time assessment free
$25 for follow-up testing
Free for all current personal training clients
For more information call 314.442.3147 or visit jccstl.com/inbody
For Program Registration and most up-to-date schedule
Scan the QR Code or visit jccstl.com/fitness
Fitness Equipment Orientation Class
18 years +
This class provides a certified Personal Trainer guided tour and overview of our fitness facilities. You will learn workout related terminology, proper safety techniques, how to use various cardiovascular and resistance training equipment, and have opportunities to ask fitness related questions. Overall, this equipment orientation aims to empower members with the knowledge of how to make the most of our fitness facilities with confidence.
SFC Tue 5:30pm Sat 2:30pm
6pm
1pm
Register on the J app or visit jccstl.com/groupex
Youth Fitness Center Orientation
Ages 12-15
This orientation teaches common fitness terminology, the fundamentals of exercise, and proper equipment use so the fitness center can be used by the younger members of your family. Topics include how to operate equipment, performing basic exercises safely and effectively, and gym etiquette. It is advised for the youth participants to get consent from their physician prior to engaging in an exercise program.
SFC & Fox By appointment
Fitness Lecture Series
All Ages
A monthly fitness series, where the J Fitness Department brings you expert insights on a variety of topics. Each month we will dive deep into subjects such as getting started in fitness, weight loss strategies, debunking fitness myths and navigating fitness during the holidays. These informative and engaging sessions are designed to empower you with knowledge to enhance your fitness journey. Held at one of our two locations, members can sign up just like they do for group exercise classes. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to learn from the best and take your fitness to the next level!
SFC
Fitness Myths Debunked Wed Sept 11 5:30pm
Fitness at 60+ Wed Oct 9 5:30pm Fox
Navigating Fitness During the Holidays Wed Nov 13 5:30pm
J Massage & Spa 16 years +
The J offers a group of talented, professional massage therapists at our SFC location. Enjoy a rejuvenating, wonderful experience during a 30-, 60- or 90-minute session.
There are several therapeutic massages from which to choose:
• Chair Massage
• Deep Tissue
• Hot Stone (90-minutes only)
• Myofascial Release
• Oncology
• Sports
• Swedish/Post Workout
• Trigger Point Therapy
Reservations are highly recommended. Walk-ins welcome by availability. Stop by the front desk or call 314.442.3100
SFC
Therapeutic Massage
Minutes
General Public $120 $95 $55
Oncology Massage
Member & General Public $70
Chair Massage
Minutes
Member & General Public $2 per minute (20 minutes max)
Meet Our Therapists
Faith Murphy LMT
Jackie Petty LMT
Kelley Powell LMT
Kyler Williams LMT
Fitness Department Management Staff
Andy Berman Director of Fitness, Membership and Aquatics
Andy Hayes Fitness Director
Fitness Manager (SFC) Amber Powell
Sarah Amonson Group Exercise Manager
Jansen Baja Fox Bryce Banaszynski Fox Chloe Cole Fox Tracey Edwards SFC
Jo Fountain SFC
Andrew Francis SFC
Sam Garner Fox Taylor Green SFC
Jon David Gunther SFC
Elgin Johnson SFC
Cathleen Kronemer SFC
Ria McCadney SFC
Denise Miano Fox Dave Minner Fox
Joe Ryan SFC
Phil Tribula SFC
Lisa Walsh Fox
Ryan Watkins SFC
Lylybell Weber SFC Priscilla Westbrooks SFC Jerry Williams SFC
Valerie Love SFC Maxine Mirowitz Fox Heather Needleman SFC
Susan Sippel Fox
Loretta Wang SFC
Personal Training Staff
Reformer Pilates Staff
Personal Training
12 years +
Orientation teaches common fitness terminology, the fundamentals of exercise, and proper equipment use so the fitness center can be used by the younger members of your family. Topics include how to operate equipment, performing basic exercises safely and effectively and gym etiquette. It is advised for the youth participants to get consent from their physician prior to engaging in an exercise program.
SFC & Fox
By appointment
55 min: $68-$87/session
30 min: $39-$87/session
Semi-Private Personal Training (2-3 people)
12 years +
Share your love of personal training with friends or family. Choose a training partner and improve your fitness levels and quality of life with a challenging, goal-oriented, customized fitness program. Training with another has shown benefits in motivation, commitment and inspiration.
SFC & Fox
By appointment
55 min: $44-$54/person per session
30 min: $26-$35/person per session
Private Small Group Personal Training (4-6 people)
12 years +
Team training is fun, motivating, and challenging, plus it’s an affordable way to feel the benefits of personal training. A certified personal trainer will challenge the team, while you achieve your own fitness goals. Team exercise challenges help instill camaraderie, competition, and of course RESULTS!
SFC & Fox
By appointment
55 min: $24-$35/person per session
Assisted Stretching 12 years +
Flexibility is a critical component of physical performance and is equally important for your overall health. Simply “stretching” may not be enough or as effective as the techniques trainers can offer. In a series of 15-minute sessions, our trainers can employ a variety of partner-assisted stretching and foam rolling techniques to maximize your results. Benefits may include: reduced arthritic symptoms, improved physical performance, improved posture and range of motion, decreased deterioration of joints, reduced risk of pain (low back, joints, muscles), improved muscle coordination, and overall movement.
Assisted stretching is purchased in bundles of four sessions.
SFC & Fox
By appointment 15 min session
$69 for package of (4) 15 min sessions
Pilates
Reformer Training 12 years +
The Pilates Reformer is specialized equipment used to perform the Pilates Method. This unique set of exercises lengthens and tones muscles while strengthening the body’s core. The Reformer provides resistance to build strength, develop proper alignment, and tone muscles without adding bulk or unnecessary stress and can challenge all fitness levels.
SFC & Fox
By appointment
$69-$87/person per session
Signature Small Group Training
12 years +
Train with like-minded individuals who share common fitness goals you! Enjoy some of the benefits of personal training combined with the energy of a small group. Improve your strength, elevate your conditioning, stay accountable to your goals! Alleviate boredom with constantly varied workouts where no two are the exactly the same!
SFC & Fox
See class schedule
1 class per week: $69 per month
2 classes per week: $129 per month
Unlimited classes: $179 per month
Drop-in rate: $30 per class
Try your first class for free!
Signature Small Group Training Class Descriptions
Body Transformation: Toned
Perfect for those looking to drop body fat and get lean. Workouts combine up-tempo intervals of strength and endurance exercises to maximize your time in the gym. Work towards achieving the body and confidence you have always wanted.
Body Transformation: Strength
A small group for those who are looking to add some lean muscle and improve muscular strength. Trainers utilize bodybuilding and powerlifting concepts to maximize results. Build the body and selfconfidence of which you have always dreamed.
Boot Camp
Designed to maximize calorie burn, this class utilizes a combination of strength and endurance training. Sessions consist of body weight, battle rope, TRX, dumbbells, and kettlebell exercises. Constantly changing and fun, this class is easily modifiable to fit anyone’s ability level.
Box Your B.E.S.T. (Boxing Endurance, Strength Training)
Fast paced, high endurance boxing themed workout, offering a variety of challenging movements. Station drills provide an up-tempo cardio workout with balance, agility, and coordination benefits.
Men’s Small Group Fitness
A signature class designed for men who want to change the meaning of “dad bod” to a more positive athletic definition! A circuit style class designed to increase strength, stamina, metabolic function, and lean muscle tissue. Improve body fat levels, get stronger, better conditioned, and become a better version of you!
Mom Squad
A signature class designed for busy moms who want to make fitness more of a priority. A circuit style class designed to increase strength, stamina, metabolic function, and lean muscle tissue. Decrease stress and body fat levels while also reducing aches and discomfort through mobility training.
Performance Training
Workouts designed to strengthen and condition your body for daily life, sport, and overall functionality. Focuses on strength, power, and mobility development along with improvements in coordination, balance, and stability. A perfect solution to anyone participating in sports competition or simply seeking athletic improvements for a better life.
Roll with the Punches: Parkinson’s Boxing
Boxing themed workout specifically designed for individuals with Parkinson’s. Boxing related drills offer a variety of movements and ranges of motion to maintain and develop functional strength. Stations offer a cardiovascular benefit while working on balance, coordination, and reaction time.
Strength Camp
Consistent and progressive training intended to provide gains in strength and power. Olympic lifts and their auxiliary lifts are the basis of the program to build functional strength and athleticism. Workouts also include aspects of condition to enhance your workout and create additional health benefits.
TRX Strength and Conditioning
Sessions primarily focus on utilizing TRX suspension trainers paired with other exercise tools to provide a complete and challenging workout. Fast paced full body workouts will provide you with improved stamina and added strength. Great option for ALL ability levels as TRX exercises are easily modifiable to fit each participants needs and abilities.
Women’s Strength Camp
A signature class designed women who want to improve their fitness to superhero levels! A fun and constantly varied class to creatively prepare you for the battlefield of life by improving muscular strength and cardiovascular fitness.
Youth Fitness 101 (11-13 year olds)
Learn physical fitness and health skills in this well-rounded class. This class aims to increase the confidence to use the fitness center more efficiently and successfully, from warm-up to cool down, cardio machines to stregth machines.
Young Athlete Strength & Conditioning (14-18 year olds)
High school athletes learn skills directly transferable to the field, court, track, or ice. Develop power with plyometrics, strength with weight lifting, and other skills with coordination, speed, and agility exercises.
MON
TIME CLASS TRAINER
6am 7am 8am 8am 9am 12pm 4:30pm 5pm 6pm
Body Transformation: Toned
Box Your B.E.S.T.
Boot Camp
Body Transformation: Strength Mom Squad
Performance Training
Strength Squad
Body Transformation: Toned
Body Transformation: Strength
Elgin
Elgin
Jon-David
Elgin
Elgin
Ria
Elgin
Jon-David
Jon-David
TUE
WED
7am 8am 9am 12pm 5pm 5:30pm 6pm
6am 7am 8am 9am 12pm 12pm 2pm 4pm 4:30pm 5pm 6pm
Body Transformation: Strength
Body Transformation: Toned Mom Squad
Performance Training Boot Camp
Starting Strength
Strength Camp
Body Transformation: Toned
TRX Strength & Conditioning Boot Camp
Mom Squad Roll with the Punches
Performance Training Boot Camp
Youth Fitness 101
Body Transformation: Strength
Body Transformation: Toned
Body Transformation: Strength
Elgin
Elgin
Elgin
Ria
Jon-David Amber
Jon-David
Elgin
Elgin
Jon-David
Elgin
Joe Ria
Jon-David
Jon-David
Elgin
Jon-David
Jon-David
THU
6am 8am 9am 5pm 5:30pm 6pm
Box Your B.E.S.T.
Body Transformation: Strength Mom Squad Boot Camp
Starting Strength Boot Camp
FRI 9am 9am 10am 12pm 4pm Mom Squad Boot Camp
Strength and Conditioning
Performance Training
Young Athlete Strength & Conditioning
SAT 8am Boot Camp
SUN 8am 12pm 3pm
Elgin
Elgin
Elgin
Jon-David
Amber
Jon-David
Elgin
Jon-David
Jon-David Ria
Jon-David
Elgin
TRX Strength and Conditioning
Box Your B.E.S.T.
Box Your B.E.S.T. Youth
Elgin Joe Joe TIME CLASS TRAINER
Please see page 2 for holiday closures and adjusted hours.
7am 9am Mom Squad Mom Squad Jansen Jansen
6am 9:30am 5pm 6pm 6pm
Men’s Small Group Fitness
Women’s Strength Camp
Mom Squad
Men’s Small Group Fitness Group Circuit + Conditioning Jansen Andy Jansen Jansen Robert
7am 9am Mom Squad Mom Squad Jansen Jansen THU 9:30am 5pm 6pm Women’s Strength Camp Mom Squad Men’s Small Group Fitness Andy Jansen Jansen FRI 8:30am Women’s Strength Camp 55+ Andy SAT 8am 9am 10am Mom Squad Men’s Small Group Fitness Mom Squad Jansen Jansen Jansen
10am Group Circuit + Conditioning Robert
Group Exercise
18 years +
Group exercise classes are the best! It’s a fantastic way to get a great workout in a fun and motivating environment with an instructor who drives you to achieve more each time. Grab a friend and make it a daily (or weekly!) event. Reservations are required for every class and become available 48 hours prior to class time.
SFC & Fox
More than 175 classes each week! Including:
Barre Fusion: Strengthen and tone while lengthening muscles with intervals of stretching. Light weights and floor work compliment barre work to push your muscles to exhaustion.
Cycle: You will experience an aerobic exercise on a stationary bike while an instructor motivates you through visualization with motivational music.
Cardio Mix: A fun and challenging class designed for all fitness levels. Formats may include H.I.I.T., Tabata as well as high low and step. Cardiovascular, strength and core will all be incorporated for a well-rounded, full body workout.
Core Fusion: Strengthen, stabilize and tone your core with traditional exercises as well as Pilates-based exercises.
Forever Fit: A low-intensity aerobics class offering a great cardiovascular workout. It combines strength, endurance, joint stability, balance and flexibility.
H.I.I.T.: High Intensity Interval Training combines cardio and strength training in a format of quick, intense bursts of exercise, followed by short recovery periods.
High Low: This energetic, music-based workout combines traditional, low-impact aerobics movements with higher impact plyometric movements to create a comprehensive fitness routine that supports heart health and weight loss.
Physique Fusion: Strengthen and tone while lengthening the muscles with intervals of stretching. Light weights, floor work, ballet barre are all used to push your muscles to exhaustion.
Pilates: A progressive series of exercises, based on the methods of Joseph Pilates, designed to increase the strength of your body’s core (abdominals, back, glutes and hips) while lengthen the muscles.
Stretch: Stretch all major muscle groups to improve overall flexibility and enhance your range of movement.
PiYo: This athletic workout combines mind/body practices of Yoga and Pilates as well as principles of stretch, strength training, and dynamic movement.
T’ai Chi: This graceful form of exercise involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, and is accompanied by deep breathing. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
Tabata: An intense interval training class that follows a specific timed format (20 seconds on, 10 seconds off).
Total Conditioning: This class combines anaerobic activity with plyometric and callisthenic drills to offer a challenging option in your cardio routine.
Turbo Kick: An energizing kickboxing interval class. Cardio that uses intensity drills and increased energy sprints followed by work recovery segments.
Zumba: A fusion of Latin and International music; featuring aerobic/fitness interval training with fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body.
Ballet: A perfect class for anyone getting started or revisiting ballet as an adult! This class will focus on basic alignment, foundation of technique, and movement quality. Regular (non-sticky) socks required. Ballet shoes preferred.
Better Balance: Work on balance techniques, posture, movement and the strength and flexibility required for good balance. Class addresses common trip hazards and reasons for losing balance while practicing strategies for falling safely and getting back up.
Cardio Pump: A low-intensity aerobic class combining strength and endurance, joint stability and mobility, balance and flexibility.
Forever Fit: A low-intensity aerobics class offering a great cardiovascular workout. It combines strength, endurance, joint stability, balance and flexibility.
Mat Pilates: A progressive series of exercises, based on the methods of Joseph Pilates, designed to increase the strength of your body’s core (abdominals, back, glutes and hips) while lengthen the muscles.
Restorative Roll & Recovery: Designed to release tension, stiffness and pain in your body by unwinding your fascia or connective tissues. We first prepare your body with breath and still postures before we roll the fascia out using foam rollers and myofascial release balls. Then we engage in targeted stretching techniques to lengthen the muscles and quiet the mind.
Strength & Conditioning: Build total body strength and muscular endurance in this multi-planar class using various free weights and body weight. Circuits target every major muscle group in the body and change to your adapting needs.
TRX Stability & Strength: This class takes a 360-degree approach to movement, using TRX straps to stabilize and challenge participants. Movements are targeted on developing strength, balance, spatial awareness, quality of movement, range of motion, flexibility and mobility. Senior-targeted, suitable for all experience and fitness levels.
Plus… High Low, T’ai Chi, Total Conditioning, and many of our Zumba and Yoga classes.
For All Classes
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Yoga at the J has ascended to the next level.
Whether you’re looking to build strength, boost flexibility, increase balance or master postures, we have a level for you!
Gentle Yoga: A yoga class gentle enough to attend every day; ideal for students just beginning their practice.
Hatha Yoga, Level 1-2: A beginner to intermediate class which introduces additional basic postures with some longer durations. You’ll focus on proper breathing and movements and should leave class feeling longer, looser, and more relaxed.
Hatha Yoga, Level 2-3: You should leave this feeling challenged. This intermediate to advanced class will continue your practice of mastering basic yoga postures, as well as more dynamic and complex ones including arm balances, deep backbends and inversions.
Insight Yoga: Insight yoga is a blend of different yoga techniques and practices; breath, passive, active, alignment, flow and stillness, power and gentle yoga. All parts woven together to offer participants unique mind body balance, serenity and grace.
Slow Flow Yoga: Designed to help cultivate a sense of mindfulness and relaxation through a series of gentle movements and breathing exercises. Move slowly and mindfully from one pose to another, focusing on breath and connecting with ones body. Both standing and seated postures and can be adapted to different experience levels.
Yin Yoga: This class is suitable for all levels and focuses on a mediative and slow practice designed to develop your capacity to breathe through longheld poses. These poses, mostly done on the floor, are held up to several minutes while you observe your natural responses to discomfort.
Yoga Flow: This is a fun and energetic flow designed to increase flexibility for all levels. Explore yoga practice in new ways while letting go of anything which no longer serves you.
Yoga for Cancer: A research-based specialized yoga methodology. Focus on the specific physical and emotional needs left by cancer and its treatments. Gentle and restorative and focuses on movement and breath and the special needs of current cancer patients and survivors.
For All Classes
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Senior Friendly Group Exercise Class Options
LEADS: Life Enrichment & Adult Day
For Program Registration and most up-to-date schedule
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Life Enrichment Services provides support to those who need to allow for participation in J programs. Life Enrichment services are designed to meet the individual needs of participants who generally benefit from extra support as they strive for success within community, recreation, and/or academic settings. If you or your loved one may benefit from this type of support, please contact for more information and to schedule an intake meeting.
Life Enrichment Contacts
For information or questions, contact:
Life Enrichment & Camp Services Manager
Sarah Loos
314.442.3295 sloos@jccstl.org
Life Enrichment Coordinator
Dodi Smason 314.442.3166 dsmason@jccstl.org
Sunday Friendship Group 18 years +
Explore St. Louis and make friends with this social group for adults with disabilities. Game days, bingo, bowling, movies, and holiday parties are some of the activities that this group enjoys. All events originate at SFC unless indicated.
Contact Dodi Smason, 314.442.3166, dsmason@jccstl.org
End of Summer Pool Party
Sept 1 12-3pm $25 member | $30 general public
Picnic and Walk in Forest Park
Sept 15 12-3pm $30 member | $35 general public
Sababa
Sept 29 12-3pm $25 member | $30 general public
Apple Picking at Eckerts
Oct 6 12-3pm $35 member | $40 general public
Boo at the Zoo
Oct 27 5-7:30pm $25 member | $30 general public
Picnic at Tower Grove & Botanical Gardens
Nov 10 11:30am-3pm $35 member | $40 general public
Spa Day
Nov 17 1-3pm $25 member | $30 general public
Thanksgiving Cooking Class
Nov 24 12:30-3pm $25 member | $30 general public
End of Year Celebration
Dec 15 5-7pm $25 member | $30 general public
Theatre Unlimited
18 years +
A barrier-free theatre program specifically designed to allow adults with disabilities to shine on stage. Each Fall and Spring season gives Theatre Unlimited participants the chance to audition, rehearse, and perform an entire production. In rehearsals, participants play ensemble-building games, engage in chorus singing practice, practice their roles, learn basic components of theatre, and socialize with their cast mates. This session’s play is Aladdin. Join us on this magic carpet ride!
No rehearsal Oct 2 and Oct 16.
SFC
Contact
Dodi Smason, 314.442.3166, dsmason@jccstl.org
Auditions Sun Sept 1 3:30-5:30pm
Wed Sept 4 6-8pm
Rehearsals Sun Sept 8-Dec 1 3:30-5:30pm
Wed Sept 11-Nov 27 6-8pm
Performances
Wed Dec 4 6pm
Thu Dec 5 6pm
$150 Previous participants and/or resident of St. Louis County
$225 New participant living outside of St. Louis County
Performance tickets: $15 + fees
Personal Training
16 years +
Teens and adults with disabilities work with a certified personal trainer to learn and maintain quality exercise routines, moving toward greater independence, empowerment and healthy living.
SFC
By appointment
55 min: $25 per session
Aquatics
16 years +
Our WSI-certified instructor focuses on improving each participant’s health and wellness through fun water fitness and strengthening their water safety and swim skills. Designed for individuals with disabilities with intermediate to advanced swim skills; class is 1:6 student/ instructor ratio.
SFC
Mon Sept 16-Dec 5 3-4pm
$360 per session
Twistin’ & Turnin’ 16 years +
Adapted for people with disabilities, this dance class is unlike any other. Taught by a certified instructor, participants can feel the burn and dance to lively music from around the world.
SFC
Wed Weekly beginning Sept 4 4-5pm
Free member | $10 general public
Dance Fusion 16 years +
In this energetic dance and movement class, everyone gets a great workout with modified training. Taught by a certified instructor, participants learn fun dance steps that feature fast and slow rhythms, all while working on health and wellness with their friends. No program Oct 3.
SFC
Thu Ongoing 10-11am
Free member | $10 general public
For Program Registration and most up-to-date schedule
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Adult Day at the J (ADJ) offers full-day engagement where adults with cognitive challenges can maintain their independence and thrive in a caring and supportive environment. Respite for caregivers is a product of these offerings and may provide a reduction in stress knowing that your loved one is safe. Programming is person-centered and designed to engage participants in a variety of social, physical and cognitively stimulating activities. Activities include daily exercise, art, music and pet therapy, sensory gardening, modified sports, STEAM activities, Nintendo® & VR games, specialized groups, intergenerational events, cooking club, swimming, community outings and developing products for participant managed sales. ADJ offers two unique programs (Connections and IN) geared to meet the specific needs of participants.
Adult Day at the J Contacts
For information or questions, contact:
Life Enrichment & Adult Day Services
Director
Ashley Stockman
314.442.3245
astockman@jccstl.org
Life Enrichment & Adult Day Services
Associate Director
Kristen Conard 314.442.3261
kconard@jccstl.org
Life Enrichment & Adult Day Services
Intake Specialist
Carly Smale, MA 314.442.3321
csmale@jccstl.org
Adult Day at the J (ADJ) 18 years +
Other specifics of the program include:
• Licensed by the State of Missouri
• Nutritious, Kosher meals and snacks included in daily programming
• On-site licensed Nurse support, personal care support, and monthly health monitoring
• Social work, care planning, and other resources are available
• Escorted door-to-door transportation is available within a limited area
• Funding may be available from the VA, Medicaid, DMH Medicaid Waiver, or Private Pay.
Optional Services (for a fee):
• Fitness services with a certified personal trainer
• On-site physical, occupational and speech therapy
SFC Mon-Fri Customized Schedule 8am-5pm
IN Program
18 years +
This innovative Adult Day at the J program serves younger adults (18+) with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. IN is designed to foster INdependence, INclusion, INgenuity, and to INspire young adults with disabilities to work on skill development, personal goals, and more. Partially funded by The Miracle Makers Foundation.
SFC
Mon-Fri
Connections
18 years +
Customized Schedule 8am-5pm
An Adult Day at the J program geared toward providing social, physical, and cognitive stimulation for adults who require support and supervision throughout the day. Our team of highly skilled staff is specially trained to support individuals with dementia, I/ DD, brain injury, and other physical and/or cognitive challenges.
SFC
Mon-Fri
Customized Schedule 8am-5pm
Caregiver Connections 18 years +
Our confidential support groups offer opportunities to share challenges, solutions, and resources as we seek support in navigating the stages of caregiving. All are welcome to join, and care for family members may be available. Arrangements must be made in advance of each session.
Contact
Cathy Connoley, 314.442.3248, cconnoley@jccstl.org
SFC and Zoom
Fri Sept 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13 3-4pm
FREE (Zoom link available upon request after registering)
Cardinals Reminiscence League 18 years +
The Cardinals Reminiscence League is open to St. Louis Cardinals fans who would like to share baseball memories and learn about the history of our illustrious hometown team. New fans and those who enjoy talking baseball are invited to join in the conversation. This type of sports reminiscence therapy falls under the umbrella of socialization programs where those showing signs of dementia can engage with others who share their passion. Colorful memories may emerge!
Contact
Karen Stephenson, 314.442.3248, kstephenson@jccstl.org
SFC and Zoom
Mon Sept 9, Sept 30, Oct 7 1-2:30pm
FREE (Zoom link available upon request after registering)
The St. Louis Jewish Community Center enriches lives, builds community, promotes inclusivity, and creates meaningful Jewish experiences.
Learn more about our programs! Scan the QR Code or visit jccstl.com/programs
Staenberg Family Complex in Creve Coeur I.E. Millstone Campus 2 Millstone Campus Drive St. Louis, MO 63146
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