Your all-in-one guide to Sports programs and activities! jccstl.org Youth & Adult Sports Guide Fall 2022
2 Jewish Community Center Fall 2022 A World Class Community Center: Open to Everyone The J is open to all. Get involved. Join us for a class. Exercise the mind or body. Enjoy a cultural event or holiday program. We have something for everyone here at the J. Monday – Thursday . . . . 5:30am – 9pm Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30am – 6pm Saturday – Sunday . . . . . . . 7am – 6pm Upcoming Holiday Hours Labor Day . . . . . . . Monday, September 5 . . . . 8am – 5pm Erev Rosh Hashanah . . Sunday, September 25 . . . 7am – 5pm Rosh Hashanah Monday, September 26 Closed Kol Nidre . . . . . . . . Tuesday, October 4 . . . 5:30am – 5pm Yom Kippur Wednesday, October 5 Closed Thanksgiving . . . . . . Thursday, November 24 . . . 8am – 2pm Christmas Eve . . . . . Saturday, December 24 . . . 7am – 5pm Christmas Day Sunday, December 25 8am – 5pm New Year’s Eve . . . . . Saturday, December 31 . . . 7am – 5pm New Year’s Day Sunday, January 1, 2023 8am – 5pm All other holidays, the J will be open standard hours. Fall Hours About the J Financial Assistance Limited need-based financial assistance (program and membership scholarship) is available. For more information, visit jccstl.com/scholarship or contact Sally Lang at 314.442.3241 or slang@jccstl.org. Life Enrichment – For Everyone The J is committed to making our programming and services as inclusive and accessible as possible to all, including those with differing abilities. Life Enrichment strives to provide necessary accommodations and supports when possible to enable individuals with successful participation in our various program offerings at the J. Contact the Life Enrichment Department at lifeenrichment@jccstl.org for more information.
Pre-K Soccer League 4-5 year olds
SFC
StartSoccerSmart Soccer 3-4 year olds
A parent-child developmental program that prepares young athletes for organized sports. Parents, whose participation is mandatory, work with their children in a structured environment and learn how to properly teach and support their children in sports. Participants receive a t-shirt and participation award. 9/25. 9/18-10/23
11:15-11:45am $75m/$105p • $85m/$115 (after 9/4)
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$99m/$129p • $109m/$139p (after
SFC Sun
No class
Games will be played 5-on-5 without goalies, allowing for more touches of the ball and higher player participation. Emphasis is placed on skill development during practices. Program begins with practices, followed by games. Participants receive a team jersey and trophy. This program is parent/coach led. class 9/25. 9/18-11/6 12:15-1:15pm 9/4)
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Youth
$99m/$129p • $109m/$139p (after
SFC Sun
Sports & Programs
Mac & Jeanette Brown Youth Soccer Training Program K-6th grade
Register at jccstl.org Contacts For all Contact:sports:Mathew DeWinters, 314.442.3104, mdewinters@jccstl.org Garrett Ashley, 314.442.3279, gashley@jccstl.org
Boost your soccer skills with staff from the St. Louis CORE Soccer Training Club! You’ll learn and improve through soccer training through utilizing drills and small game play. Participants receive a jersey. No class 9/25. Sun 9/18-11/6 10-11am 9/4)
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Individual Training 30 min (Fox) $25m/$35p 1 hour (SFC or Fox) $50m/$70p (call for multiple session discounts)
Group Training 1 hour (SFC or Fox) $20/person, 3-6 people
SFC 6-8pm 9/19-9/22 9/27-9/29 $50m/$60p $65m/$75p (Early Bird pricing 2-weeks prior to start of each program)
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Coach Doug Boe was a three-sport athlete growing up in Minneapolis. He graduated from Hamline University in St. Paul, MN where he was a captain of the football, baseball and basketball team. Coach Boe taught school in Burnsville, MN and coached men’s and women’s basketball for 34 years. His team won two state championships. Coach Boe is the only Minnesota basketball head coach to win more than 200 games each in both men’s and women’s basketball. He is a member of the Minnesota Coaches Hall of Fame and a recent inductee of the Southwest High School Hall of Fame.
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.
Boys
or Fox By appointment
About our Basketball Instructor
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SFC
1st-12th
Basketball Skills and Drills Camp grade
IndividualBasketballor Team Basketball Training grade
Led by Coach Doug Boe, former two-time high school state championship winning coach and member of the High School Hall of Fame. The skills and drills camp is a great way for players to improve their game. Players will work on ball handling, shooting and passing. Players also will have an opportunity to compete. The camp will include high quality instruction in a fun environment and all skill levels are welcome to participate.
Register at jccstl.org 5 Start Smart Basketball ___________________________ 3-4 year olds 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. SFC or Fox Wed 1/18-2/15 4:30-5pm $77m/$108p • $92m/$123p (after 11/18)
Jewish Community Center Fall 2022 Basketball Pre-K League 4-5 year olds Specifically designed for kids enrolled in Pre-K, this league 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 1/11-2/22 5:15-6:15pm $102m/$133p • $117m/$148p (after 11/18) Mac & Jeanette Brown Youth Basketball League K-8th grade Registration is open for boys’ and girls’ teams. Gender-specific divisions will be formed based on enrollment. Full package for K-2nd grade includes 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. SFC or Fox Weeknight practices begin 12/5 Times vary Games on weekends, beginning 1/7 K-2nd: $135m/$187p • $150m/$202p (after 10/30) 3rd-8th: $725/games only • $825/games only (after 10/30) Add-ons: Practices: $250 Uniforms: $37/player 6
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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 1/14-2/25 K-2nd: 3rd-8th:9-9:55am10-10:55am Fox Sun 1/15-2/26 K-2nd: 3rd-8th:9-9:55am10-10:55am $102m/$133p • $117m/$148p (after 11/18) High School Basketball League 9th-12th grade Team signups accepted with individual signups placed based on availability. Teams must supply coach at least 21 years old. Boys’ and girls’ divisions created based on enrollment. League features eight games with option of adding on practice space and/or team jerseys for additional costs. Weeknight practices held at the J with weekend & weeknight games held at both J locations. Practices begin in December; games in January. Team registrations are first-come, first served. SFC or Fox Weeknight practices begin 12/5 Times Gamesvarybegin weekend of 1/7 (weekends and weeknights) $575 games only • $675 games only (after 10/30) Add-ons: Practices: $250 Jerseys: $27 per player 7
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Beginners) Wed
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SFC (Yong Shins) Ongoing 6:30-7:30pm (Yong Shins) Ongoing 5:30-6:30pm Ongoing 2-3pm
Advanced) Wed
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Martial Arts Yong Shins / Little Ninjas 4-6 year olds
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Fox
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Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.
An introductory class into the world of Taekwondo. This nationally accredited 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.
$46m/$69p per month Payments
Thu
Taekwondo 6 years and older 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 skill and build and acquire strength, self-confidence, knowledge and control.
Fox
SFC (Youth Ongoing 6:30-7:30pm SFC (Youth Ongoing 7:30-8:30pm (Youth, Beginners) Ongoing 6:30-7:30pm Ongoing 3-4pm (Youth, Advanced) Ongoing 7:30-8:30pm Ongoing 4-5pm will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.
$46m/$69p per month
Jewish Community Center Fall 20228
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Fox
Register at jccstl.org AdultContactsSports & Programs For all Contact:sports:Mathew DeWinters, 314.442.3104, mdewinters@jccstl.org Garrett Ashley, 314.442.3279, gashley@jccstl.org Pickleball ____________________________________ Pickleball Tournament 18 years and older Join us and Ignite Pickleball for our Doubles Pickleball Tournament! Tournament will be a round-robin style tournament. Start times will vary based on registration. Schedules sent to participants after registration close two weeks prior to tournament start date. Participants must provide their own paddles. SFC Sat-Sun 9/24-9/25 Time: TBD Fox Sat-Sun 12/3-12/4 Time: TBD $60 per team; $80 per team 3-weeks before each tournament Pickleball League 18 years and older Our pickleball leagues are for all ages and skill levels. Players can expect to play for 1.5 hours each session (6 total games per league day). Our schedules are made in advance, but league members are given access to the league manager at all times to request scheduling accommodations. Teams must register together. Leagues will be divided into Rec Players, Intermediate Players and Advanced Players. SFC & Fox Session 1 Wed 10/12-11/16 9am-2pm Session 2 Wed 11/30-12/28 9am-2pm $160m/$200p per team 9
Instructors: Ignite Pickleball.
Private and semi-private lessons are a perfect option for players looking to catch up or get ahead. Our lessons give the participant individualized attention to help improve or teach the basics of pickleball. You set the agenda by working with the instructor to determine goals. The instructor will then customize lessons to meet these objectives. Private Pickleball lessons are available for youth and adults who are beginners to the sport or those who have been playing at a higher level. Lessons are one hour in length and can accommodate one to four people.
18 years and older
101 Pickleball Clinic
Pickleball
Fox Mon 10/24-11/21 7-8pm $70m/$87p
By IndividualappointmentPrivate: $50m/$70p Semi-Private (2 people): $40/person Semi-Private (3-4 people): $30/person Clinic (5 or more): Call for Pricing
Instructors: Ignite Pickleball SFC or Fox
Fox Mon 10/24-11/21 6-7pm $70m/$87p 202 Pickleball Clinic
18 years and older
Private Lessons
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.
The 202 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.
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Register at jccstl.org Volleyball ____________________________________ Coed Adult Volleyball League 18 years and older The Adult Volleyball program is available for 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: 12 players. Games played at Creve Coeur (SFC) or Chesterfield (Fox) depending on number of teams registered. Team registration required with complete payment. No program 9/26. Competitive Leagues: players with high school and college experience Recreation Leagues: players with less high school play and/or regular pick-up game experience. *Leagues may be combined if minimum number of teams is not reached in league* SFC Mon 9/19-11/21 6-9pm $350 per team Open Volleyball - Drop In & Play 18 years and older Players form their own teams during this two-hour open play session. SFC Tue Ongoing 7-9pm Free for members, $20/month for public 11
Jewish Community Center Fall 2022 Basketball ___________________________________ Men’s Competitive & Recreational Basketball Leagues 18 years and older The most spirited league in the area includes two 20-minute halves with a running clock, except for timeouts and with under two minutes left in each half. Max roster: 12 players. Games played at Creve Coeur (SFC) or Chesterfield (Fox) depending on number of teams registered. Team registration required with complete payment. Jerseys provided for an additional one-time fee. Competitive Leagues: players with high school and college experience Recreation Leagues: players with less high school play and/or regular pick-up game experience. *Leagues may be combined if minimum number of teams is not reached in league* SFC & Fox Fall Rec League Wed 8/31-10/26 6-9pm (no league 10/5) Competitive League Thu 9/1–10/20 6-9pm Winter Men’s League Thu 11/10–1/5 6-9pm (no league 11/24) $550 per team 12
Racquetball ensure to create
SFC Sun 10/16-12/18 10:30am-12:30pm League Ranking Platinum (Highest level of play)
Leagues 18 years and older Guaranteed weekly court time! Players need to play regularly to
$72m/$144p
parity
Gold Racquetball League (A/B Tournament Level) – Play at a high level in league and tournaments.
Open (Open/A Tournament Level) Play at the highest level in league and tournaments.
Platinum Racquetball League
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SFC Thu 10/13-12/15 6–9pm Flex Matches: 11/24
SFC Tue 10/11-12/13 6–9pm Flex Matches: 10/11 & 10/18
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Bronze Racquetball League Advanced (B/C Tournament Level) – Players have good game knowledge and strategy.
SFC Mon 10/10-12/12 6–9pm Flex Matches: 10/10 & 10/17
SFC Wed 10/12-12/14 6–9pm
a rewarding experience. League and tournament winners will receive credit towards a future league. • Space is limited • Two matches per night • Canister of balls provided each session • Leagues may be adjusted
Silver Racquetball League High Advanced (B Tournament Level) – Players who have great game knowledge and strategy.
Doubles Racquetball League
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Jewish Community Center Fall 202214 Martial Arts __________________________________ Taekwondo for Adults 16 years 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. SFC Mon Ongoing 7:30-8:30pm $46m/$69p per month Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month. Coaches _____________________________________ 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. Honoring: Michael Staenberg Saturday, November 19 at The 2022SaveFactorytheDate!Co-Chairs Madeleine Elkins & Harvey Wallace Jennifer & Danny Soshnik You’re invited to our Celebrating 13 years of the Staenberg Family Complex Purchase tickets: jccstl.com/jla
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