St. Louis J Winter/Spring 2019 Sports Guide

Youth & Adult Sports Guide Winter-Spring 2019

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Your all-in-one guide to Sports programs at the J!

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Locations: SFC: Staenberg Family Complex in Creve Coeur | Fox: Marilyn Fox Building in Chesterfield

Infants & Pre-K Contact: Tanner Mertz, 314.442.3216, tmertz@jccstl.org (SFC) Alex Langella, 314.442.3498, alangella@jccstl.org (Fox)

Wide World of Sports

3-5 yrs Learn the basics of basketball, baseball, soccer and more. Children have fun developing hand-eye coordination, agility, self-esteem and sports skills. Equipment is provided.

SFC Thu 1/10-3/14 (10 wks) 3-3:45pm $105m/$155p • $116m/$171p (after 12/31) Thu 4/4-5/23 (8 wks) 3-3:45pm $84m/$124p • $93m/$137p (after 3/22) Fox Wed 1/9-3/13 (10 wks) 12:30-1:15pm $105m/$155p • $116m/$171p (after 12/31) Wed 4/3-5/22 (8 wks) 12:30-1:15pm $84m/$124p • $93m/$137p (after 3/22)

Start Smart Baseball

3 yrs This parent-child developmental program prepares three-year-olds for organized sports. Parents work with their children in a structured environment (involvement is mandatory) and learn how to properly teach and support their children in sports. Participants receive a t-shirt and award. No program 4/21.

SFC or Fox Sun 3/24-5/5 1-1:30pm $69m/$99p • $76m/$109 (after 3/3)

Pre-K Baseball Training League

4-5 yrs (Pre-K only) This is an instructional t-ball program for players to further develop basketball skills including throwing, fielding and hitting. Program begins with practices, followed by games. Participants receive a team jersey, hat and trophy. Games played at both J locations. No program 4/21.

SFC or Fox Sun 3/24-5/19 2-3pm $95m/$125p • $105m/$138p (after 3/3) 2

Start Smart Basketball

3-4 yrs A parent-child developmental program created to prepare three and four year-olds 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.

Fox Sun 1/13-2/17 11-11:30am $69m/$99p • $76m/$109 (after 12/31) SFC Wed 1/16-2/20 4-4:30pm $69m/$99p • $76m/$109 (after 12/31)

Basketball Training League

4-5 yrs The Basketball Training League is for kids enrolled in Pre-K and consists of practices to begin the season where the participants will 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 may be played at either J location.

Fox or SFC Wed 1/16-3/6 5-6pm $95m/$125p • $105m/$138p (after 12/31)

Basketball Performance Academy

Pre-K-2nd grade Prepare for hoops season with six basketball training sessions.

Players receive training in all aspects of the game with an emphasis on shooting mechanics, dribbling and footwork.

Fox Tue 4/9-5/14 5-6pm $60m/$90p • $66m/$99p (after 3/28) SFC Thu 4/11-5/16 5-6pm $60m/$90p • $66m/$99p (after 3/28)

Yong Shins / Little Ninjas

4-6 yrs Yong Shins and Little Ninjas are introductory classes into the world of Taekwondo. These nationally accredited programs introduce discipline and respect with a focus on fitness, control and technique. Little ones will have fun learning and training while building confidence and coordination. No program 4/20, 4/27.

Contact: Alex Langella, 314.442.3498, alangella@jccstl.org SFC (Yong Shins) Mon Ongoing 6:30-7:15pm Fox (Little Ninjas) Thu Ongoing 5:30-6:15pm

Sat Ongoing 2-3pm $46m/$69p per month

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Youth Sports Baseball_______________________________________________ Mac & Jeanette Brown Youth Baseball - Individuals

K-6th grade INDIVIDUALS Learn the skills and put them to work in youth baseball. Focus on baseball training through drills and small game play. All participants receive a shirt.

No program 4/21.

Contact: Alex Langella, 314.442.3498, alangella@ jccstl.org SFC Sun 3/24-5/19 3-4pm $95m/$125p • $105m/$138p (after 3/18)

Mac & Jeanette Brown Youth Baseball League - TEAMS

K-8th grade TEAMS Learn the skills and put them to work in youth baseball. Team registration is required; Individuals looking for teams please call. Teams can select a weeknight practice time at the J, with Sunday games offsite. Registration includes eight games, practices at the J and uniforms. Grades may be combined depending on enrollment. Team registration deadline is 2/15.

Contact: Natalie Lesko, 314-442-3104, nlesko@jccstl.org SFC Sun (games) Mar-May Times vary $105m/$135p • $116m/$149p (after 2/28) Weeknight (practices)

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Soccer____________________________ Mac & Jeanette Brown Youth SoccerTraining Program

K-6th grade INDIVIDUALS Learn and improve your skills as you focus on soccer training through drills and small game play. Instruction led by St. Louis Scott Gallagher Soccer Club staff. All participants receive a jersey. No program 4/21.

Contact: Natalie Lesko, 314-442-3104, nlesko@jccstl.org SFC Sun 3/24-5/19 12-1pm $95m/$125p • $105m/$138p (after 3/3)

Basketball_____________________________________________ Mac & Jeanette Brown Youth Basketball – Training Program K-8th graders INDIVIDUALS Basketball training focuses on core fundamentals for all skill levels.

Areas of concentration include shooting mechanics, speed and controlled dribbling, on- and off-the-ball defense, footwork, and offensive and defensive principles. Fee includes a jersey, eight weeks of training and small game play.

Contact: Tanner Mertz, 314.442.3216, tmertz@jccstl.org Fox Sun 1/13-3/3 K-2nd: 9-10am 3rd-8th: 10-11am SFC Fri 1/11-3/1 K-2nd: 6-7pm 3rd-8th: 7-8pm $95m/$125p • $105m/$138p (after 12/31)

Basketball Performance Academy

Pre-K-2nd grade Prepare for hoops season with six basketball training sessions. Players receive training in all aspects of the game with an emphasis on shooting mechanics, dribbling and footwork.

Contact: Tanner Mertz, 314.442.3216, tmertz@jccstl.org (SFC) Alex Langella, 314.442.3498, alangella@jccstl.org (Fox) Fox Tue 4/9-5/14 5-6pm $60m/$90p • $66m/$99p (after 3/28) SFC Thu 4/11-5/16 5-6pm $60m/$90p • $66m/$99p (after 3/28)

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Individual or Team Basketball Training

1st-12th grade Basketball training focuses on core fundamentals for all skill levels. Areas of concentration include shooting mechanics, speed and control dribbling, on and off the ball defense, footwork and offensive and defensive principles. 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.

Contact: Tanner Mertz, 314.442.3216, tmertz@jccstl.org SFC or Fox Individual Training By appointment 1 hour $50m/$70p (call for multiple session discounts) 30 min $25m/$35p Group Training By appointment 1 hour $20/person, 3-6 people

Summer Tip-off Basketball Classic

1st – 12th Grade A kickoff to the Summer Season with a 1st through 12th Grade basketball tournament. This tournament will have a three game guarantee and have trophies for winners.

Contact: Alex Langella, 314.442.3498, alangella@jccstl.org Fox Sat/Sun 5/4-5/5 10:00am-6:00pm $200 • $250 (after 4/14)

Spring Break Camp

K-5th grade Ideal for the sports-loving camper, this features the right balance of traditional and recreational sports. Along with mainstays like baseball, basketball, soccer, floor hockey and flag football, campers may experience Wiffleball, Olympic handball, lacrosse, ga-ga, hit the pin, pilo polo, kickball, capture the flag, wall ball and others! Some afternoons include option of free swim or more sports.

Contact: Tanner Mertz, 314.442.3216, tmertz@jccstl.org SFC Fri-Fri 3/15-3/22 9am-3pm Per day $33m/$43p $38m/$48p (after 3/1) $43m/$53p (less than one business day in advance)

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Martial Arts____________________________________________ Contact: Alex Langella, 314.442.3498, alangella@jccstl.org

Yong Shins / Little Ninjas

4-6 yrs Yong Shins and Little Ninjas are introductory classes into the world of Taekwondo. These nationally accredited programs introduce discipline and respect with a focus on fitness, control and technique. Little ones will have fun learning and training while building confidence and coordination. No program 4/20, 4/27.

SFC (Yong Shins) Mon Ongoing 6:30-7:15pm Fox (Little Ninjas) Thu Ongoing 5:30-6:15pm Sat Ongoing 2-3pm $46m/$69p per month

Taekwondo

6 yrs and older Training continues using a combination of combat technique, self-defense, sport, exercise, meditation, entertainment and philosophy. Students will further their skill development and acquire strength, selfconfidence, knowledge and control. No programs 4/20, 4/27.

SFC instructors: Joe Barnard, 6th degree black belt (37+ years in Taekwondo & 17+ years as an instructor)

Jason Barnard, 5th degree black belt and 4th degree Hapkido Fox instructors: Phillip Hardin, 3rd degree black belt

Ross Marquart, 2nd degree black belt Beginners (6-16 yrs) SFC Wed Ongoing 6:30-7:30pm Fox Thu Ongoing 6:30-7:30pm

Sat Ongoing 3-4pm Advanced (7-16 yrs) SFC Wed Ongoing 7:30-8:30pm Fox Thu Ongoing 7:30-8:30pm

Sat Ongoing 4-5pm $46m/$69p per month. All payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 15th of each month.

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Special Events 2019 JCC Maccabi Games® & JCC Maccabi ArtsFest® 12-16 yrs (Games); 12-17 yrs (ArtsFest)

Tryouts and Informational Meetings The JCC Maccabi Games® offer Jewish teens a unique social, cultural and life shaping experience. The Games bring athletes from around the world together and serve a larger purpose than athletic competition, promoting Rachmanus (compassion), Tikkun Olam (Repairing the World), and Amiut Yehudit (Jewish Peoplehood).

JCC Maccabi ArtsFest® is a weeklong arts experience for creative Jewish teens ages 12-17, featuring workshops in a variety of specialties with some of the leading artists in each field and incorporating community service, social activities, and themes of Jewish heritage, community, and Israel. The program culminates in an exciting final showcase.

• Pre-registration is required for all athletes and artists interested in participating • Visit jccstl.com/maccabi to register Contact: Phil Ruben, 314-442-3279, pruben@jccstl.org Fox Sun 1/13 & 1/27 Times vary Free to tryout $1,475m / $1,675p for teens participating in the Games & ArtsFest Check jccstl.com/maccabi for a schedule of specific sports, arts specialties and tryout times.

2019 JCC Maccabi Games® July 28 – August 2, Atlanta 2019 JCC Maccabi Games® & ArtsFest® August 4-9, Detroit

We will send a larger delegation to Atlanta. Ice Hockey, Lacrosse and ArtsFest participants will compete Detroit.

March Basketball Tournament Squares

21 and Older Want multiple chances to win money and support youth sports by watching the NCAA Basketball Tournament? Buy your own square or go in with a team or friends. Monday raised will benefit youth sports.

Players are randomly assigned squares. Horizontal & vertical numbers are randomly drawn and squares are based on the final score of each game. Winning square is determined by final number of each team’s score.

Contact: Phil Ruben, 314.442.3279, pruben@jccstl.org 3/17 deadline to purchase square $25/square * Limited squares available!

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Adult Sports Contact: Phil Ruben, 314.442.3279, pruben@jccstl.org (SFC) Alex Langella, 314.442.3498, alangella@jccstl.org (Fox)

Men’s Competitive & Recreational Basketball Leagues 18 yrs and older The most spirited leagues in the area include two 20-minute halves, a stopped clock on dead balls and up to 12 players rostered per team. Competitive leagues may include players with high school and college experience, while rec leagues are geared for players with less high school play and/or regular pick-up game experience. Jerseys provided, if needed, for first time teams (with a fee). Team registration required with complete payment.

SFC Sun 1/6-3/17 9am-1pm Thu 3/28-6/6 6:30-10pm $525m*/$650p (8 games + playoffs) Fox Tue 1/8-2/19 6:30-10pm

Tue 3/5-4/16 6:30-10pm

Tue 4/30-6/11 6:30-10pm $425m*/$525p (7 game guarantee) Jersey Fee: $20 one-time fee for new players *minimum 4 J members

Spring Tip-off Basketball Classic

18 yrs and older A kickoff to the Spring Season with Adult Men’s Basketball Tournament. Round robin pool play, three-game guarantee and trophy for the winner.

Fox Tues/Thurs 4/23-4/25 6-10:00pm $250 • $300 (after 4/2)

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Competitive Coed Volleyball League

18 yrs and older We’ll create a competitive and balanced league through our player draft in this uniquely set-up league.

Individual registration required.

Season includes open gyms, weekly matches and an end-of-season tournament.

SFC Mon 1/7-4/1 7:30-9:30pm 4/8-7/15 7:30-9:30pm $82m/$124p

Power Volleyball – Open Gyms

18 yrs and older For experienced players who have a high skill set, power volleyball allows for more court time at the J! Teams are pick-up style.

SFC Wed 3/20-5/22 7:30-9:30pm Free for members NEW – 10 Week Pass only $70 or J Day Pass – $16 *Call the front desk 314.432.5700 to verify or for schedule changes

Ultimate Frisbee League

18 yrs and older In partnership with the St. Louis Ultimate Association (SLUA), another season of Ultimate Frisbee will begin.

Catch the action of this fast paced sport as you play 6 vs 6 and two games each week. Teams will be formed by league supervisor and SLUA for competitive balance, and will be redrafted midway through the season. All skill levels welcome.

SFC Thu 3/6-5/8 6:30-10:00pm $50m/$60p

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Pickleball Open Play

Adult Catch Pickleball fever! This fun sport combines elements of tennis, badminton and table tennis in the gym. See what you can do with a paddle, plastic ball and a slightly modified tennis net. All ages encouraged to try this social, yet competitive game.

See jccstl.org for court times SFC & Fox Free for members

Badminton & Table Tennis Gym Times*

SFC Only Open Badminton Mon-Fri 9am-12pm Open Table Tennis Mon-Fri 10-11:30am

Mon-Thu 7-9pm *Call the front desk 314.432.5700 to verify or for schedule changes

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Racquetball Leagues

18 yrs and older Guaranteed weekly court time! Players must play regularly to ensure a rewarding experience. League and tournament winners will receive credit towards a future league.

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Space is limited Two matches per night Canister of balls provided each session Leagues may be adjusted to create parity

Open Racquetball League Open (Open/A Tournament Level) – Play at the highest level in league and tournaments.

SFC Tue 1/8-3/26 7:15-9:15pm

Tue 4/2-6/18 7:15-9:15pm $72m/$144p Elite Racquetball League (A/B Tournament Level) – Play at a high level in league and tournaments.

SFC Thu 1/10-3/28 7:15-9:15pm

Thu 4/4-6/20 7:15-9:15pm $72m/$144p High Advanced Racquetball League High Advanced (B Tournament Level) – Players who have great game knowledge and strategy; just below Open.

SFC Wed 1/9-3/27 7:15-9:15pm

Wed 4/3-6/19 7:15-9:15pm $72m/$144p Advanced Racquetball League Advanced (B/C Tournament Level) – Players have good game knowledge and strategy.

SFC Mon 1/7-3/25 7:15-9:15pm

Mon 4/1-7/1 7:15-9:15pm $72m/$144p

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Racquetball Lessons

Individual or Small Group 18 yrs and older Learn the basics or advance your skills.

• Beginners – learn terminology, shot selection, court positioning, grip, swing, shots, serve and more • Experienced – further understand strategy; improve wall play, serving, stroke technique and other tips SFC By appointment $50m/$70p per hour (packages available)

15th Annual Indoor Triathlon

12 yrs and older A great event for first-timers! The J’s event has grown to be the largest indoor triathlon in the state of Missouri! Now in its 15th year this spectacular event spans two full days. Compete either in the Sprint (400y swim / 8m bike / 2.5m run) or the Long (750y swim / 18m bike / 5m run). Another option; triathletes earn points for distance they cover in a 10-minute swim, 30-minute bike and 20-minute run. All athletes will receive a commemorative gift.

Fox Sat & Sun 2/9-2/10 Heats begin at 6am Sprint - $35m / $45p Long - $45m / $55p Points - $30m / $35p $5 increase for each event after January 25 **Discounts available for competing both days and/or multiple events!

Taekwondo for Adults

16 and older Training continues using 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. No program 4/20, 4/27 Contact: Alex Langella, 314.442.3498, alangella@jccstl.org SFC Mon Ongoing 7:30-8:30pm $46m/$69p per month

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40th Annual St. Louis Senior Olympics

50 or better The St. Louis Senior Olympics promotes the health and wellness of men and women 50 years of age and older by providing them opportunities to participate in competitive and social events. This Olympic-style competition offers more than 90 events at over a dozen local venues. Visit stlouisseniorolympics.org for more information.

Contact: Phil Ruben, 314.442.3279, pruben@jccstl.org Community Venues

Thu-Tue 5/23-5/28 Times Vary

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Registration Form Return: The J, Attn: Registrar, 2 Millstone Campus Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146 We cannot complete registration without payment.

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