Sports Guide - Summer 2022 by Jewish Community Center

Youth & Adult Sports Guide Summer 2022

Your all-in-one guide to Sports programs and activities!

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About the J 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.

Summer Hours Monday – Thursday . . . . . . 5:30am – 9pm Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30am – 6pm Saturday – Sunday . . . . . . . 7am – 6pm

Upcoming Holiday Hours_______________ Memorial Day . . . . . . . . Monday, May 24 . . . . 8am – 5pm Independence Day . . . . . . Monday, July 4 . . . . . 8am – 5pm Labor Day . . . . . . . . . . Monday, September 5 . 8am – 5pm All other holidays, the J will be open standard hours.

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 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. Contact Shayle Wigger at 314.442.3249 or swigger@jccstl.org for more information.

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Contacts

For all sports: Contact: Mathew DeWinters, 314.442.3104, mdewinters@jccstl.org Deonte Robinson, 314.442.3279, drobinson@jccstl.org

Youth Sports & Programs BASEBALL__________________________________________ Individual or Team Baseball Training_________________ 1 -12 st

grade

Baseball 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 1 hour

$25m/$35p $50m/$70p (call for multiple session discounts) $20/person, 3-6 people

MARTIAL ARTS______________________________________ Yong Shins / Little Ninjas__________________________ 4-6 year olds 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. SFC (Yong Shins) Mon Ongoing 6:30-7:30pm (no class 5/30, 6/6, 7/4, 9/5) SFC (Yong Shins) Thu Ongoing 5:30-6:30pm Thu Ongoing 2-3pm $46m/$69p per month Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.

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 (Youth, Beginners) Thu Ongoing Sat Ongoing Fox (Youth, Advanced) 7:30-8:30pm Thu Ongoing Sat Ongoing $46m/$69p per month st Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1 business day of each month. SFC (Youth Beginners) Wed Ongoing SFC (Youth Advanced) Wed Ongoing

6:30-7:30pm

6:30-7:30pm 3-4pm 7:30-8:30pm 4-5pm

BASKETBALL_______________________________________ Individual or Team Basketball Training_______________ 1 -12 st

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 (Fox) 1 hour (SFC or Fox)

$25m/$35p $50m/$70p (call for multiple session discounts)

Group Training

$20/person, 3-6 people

1 hour (SFC or Fox)

Basketball Skills and Drills Camp___________________

5th-8th 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. SFC or Fox Girls

Mon-Thu 6-8pm Session 1: 6/13-6/16 Session 2: 9/12-9/15

Boys

Session 1: 6/20-6/23 Session 2: 9/19-9/22 $50m/$60p • $65m/$75p (Early Bird pricing ends 2-weeks prior to start of each program)

About our Basketball Instructor 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.

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SOCCER____________________________________________ J Soccer – Playtime______________________________ 2-3 year olds

This is a Parent/Child participation program. We will have many activities that directly relate to motor skill development. Each class will consist of interactive games with the use of many different props. “First Touch Interactive Story Telling” will help the little ones understand participation, sportsmanship, sharing and team concepts along with the basic skills of soccer. Instructor: CORE Soccer Training SFC Sun 9-9:45am Session 1: 7/10-7/31 Session 2: 8/14-9/11 (no program 9/4) $60m/$80p • $75m/$95p (Early Bird pricing ends two weeks prior to start of each program)

J Soccer – First Touch____________________________ 4-5 year olds This is a true introduction to soccer with our focus on balance, coordination, and the understanding of how the body moves. We will cover the basic ball skills needed to play the game of soccer with the emphasis on the individual player’s development; (1-on-1 moves, passing, receiving, dribbling and finishing). During our instruction of each skill, we will be introducing many games that make the learning process more exciting and challenging for each participant. Instructor: CORE Soccer Training SFC Sun 9-9:45am Session 1: 7/10-7/31 Session 2: 8/14-9/11 (no program 9/4) $60m/$80p • $75m/$95p (Early Bird pricing ends two weeks prior to start of each program)

J Soccer – CORE Essentials_______________________

8-14 year olds This progressive training program will implement a short 10–12-minute technical training session, then procede into game play. The staff will focus on individual player enhancement and begin to separate participants into different teams to play small sided games. The staff may also move players (even during a game) from one team to another or even one group to another so that everyone has the best playing experience. Instructor: CORE Soccer Training SFC Sun 10-10:55am Session 1: 7/10-7/31 Session 2: 8/14-9/11 (no program 9/4) $60m/$80p • $75m/$95p (Early Bird pricing ends two weeks prior to start of each program)

Contacts

For all sports: Contact: Mathew DeWinters, 314.442.3104, mdewinters@jccstl.org Deonte Robinson, 314.442.3279, drobinson@jccstl.org

Adult Sports & Programs PICKLEBALL________________________________________ Pickleball Open Play_______________________________ All Ages

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 check it out and join the fun. It is a very social game, mixed with competition and great fun for all ages. Fox

Mon-Fri 5:30am-3pm Sat-Sun 7am-12pm SFC Mon-Thu 12-4pm Sat-Sun 7am-12pm See jccstl.org for up-to-date court times Free for members

101 Pickleball Clinic__________________________

18 years and older 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: Session 2:

Mon Thu Mon Thu

6/13-7/18 (no class 7/4) 6-7pm 6/16-7/14 6-7pm 8/15-9/19 (no class 9/5) 6-7pm 8/18-9/15 6-7pm

$70m/$87p

202 Pickleball Clinic__________________________

18 years and older 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. Fox Session 1: Session 2:

Mon Thu Mon Thu

6/13-7/18 (no class 7/4) 7-8pm 6/16-7/14 7-8pm 8/15-9/19 (no class 9/5) 7-8pm 8/18-9/15 7-8pm

$70m/$87p

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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. No games 10/5. Fox Wed $160p/$200p per team

8/24-10/12 9am-2pm

Pickleball Private Lessons______________________

18 years and older 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. Instructors: Ignite Pickleball SFC or Fox By appointment Individual Private: $50m/$70p Semi-Private (2 people): $40/person Semi-Private (3-4 people): $30/person Clinic (5 or more): Call for Pricing

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 closes 7/3. Participants must provide their own paddles. Fox Sat-Sun 7/16-7/17 Time: TBD $60 per team; $80 per team after 6/22

ADULT 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. 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 Wed $350 per team

7/6-8/24

6-9pm

Open Volleyball - Drop In & Play_________________

18 years and older

Players form their own teams during this two-hour open play session. SFC Tue Ongoing Free for members, $20/month for public

7-9pm

BASKETBALL_______________________________________ Men’s Competitive & Recreational Basketball Leagues 1_ 8 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 Summer Rec League Competitive League Fall Rec League Competitive League $550 per team

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Mon Thu

6/13-8/8 6/16-8/4

6–9pm (no league 7/4) 6–9pm

Wed Thu

8/31-10/26 9/1–10/20

6–9pm (no league 10/5) 6–9pm

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RACQUETBALL______________________________________ Racquetball Leagues__________________________

18 years and older Guaranteed weekly court time! Players need to play regularly to ensure a rewarding experience. League and tournament winners will receive credit towards a future league. • Space is limited League Ranking • Two matches per night Platinum (Highest level of play) • Canister of ball provided each session • Leagues may be adjusted to create parity Gold $72m/$144p

Silver Bronze

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

Tue

7/19-9/20

6:30-9pm

Gold Racquetball League________________________________ (A/B Tournament Level) – Play at a high level in league and tournaments. SFC

Thu

7/21-9/22

6:30-9pm

Silver Racquetball League_______________________________ High Advanced (B Tournament Level) – Players who have great game knowledge and strategy. SFC

Wed

7/20-9/21

6:30-9pm

Bronze Racquetball League______________________________ Advanced (B/C Tournament Level) – Players have good game knowledge and strategy. SFC Mon No matches 9/5

7/18-9/19

6:30-9pm

Doubles Racquetball League_____________________________ SFC Sun 7/24-9/28 No matches 9/25 Championship game 9/28 at 6pm

10:30am-12:30pm

TAEKWONDO________________________________________ 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. No program 5/30, 6/6, 7/4, 9/5 SFC Mon Ongoing 7:30-8:30pm $46m/$69p per month Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.

SOFTBALL__________________________________________ Men’s Softball League_________________________

18 years and older A doubleheader league that takes place under the lights at the J. Teams are guaranteed 12 regular season games plus one playoff for top teams. Umpires provided. Team registration required with complete payment. SFC Wed 6pm Session 1: 6/22-8/10 Session 2: 8/31-10/26 (no league 10/5) $500 per team

BADMINTON & TABLE TENNIS_________________________ Open Play_________________________________________ Adults Fox Open Badminton

Mon-Fri

7:30-9am

SFC Open Badminton Open Table Tennis

Mon-Fri Mon-Fri

7:30-9:30am 10-11:30am

For up-to-date schedules visit jccstl.com/schedules or call 314.432.5700.

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.

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