Sports Guide - Winter/Spring 2022

Youth & Adult Sports Guide Winter-Spring 2022

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

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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.

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

Upcoming Holiday Hours_______________ New Year’s Day . . . . Saturday, January 1 . . . . 8am – 5pm Memorial Day . . . . . Monday, May 30 . . . . . . 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 Lexie Millman at 314.442.3295 or amillman@jccstl.org for more information.

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Youth Sports & Programs For all youth sports: Contact: Mathew DeWinters, 314.442.3104, mdewinters@jccstl.org Deonte Robinson, 314.442.3279, drobinson@jccstl.org

Taekwondo 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 Mon Ongoing 6:30-7:30pm (no class 5/30) Fox (Little Ninjas) Thu Ongoing 5:30-6:30pm Sat Ongoing 2:00-3:00pm (no class 4/16 & 4/23) $46m/$69p per month Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.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.

SFC (Youth Beginners) Wed Ongoing 6:30-7:30pm SFC (Youth, Advanced) Wed Ongoing

7:30-8:30pm

Fox (Youth Beginners) Thu Ongoing Sat Ongoing

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

Fox (Youth Advanced) Thu Ongoing Sat Ongoing

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

$46m/$69p per month Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.

Register at jccstl.org

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Baseball Start Smart Baseball

3 year-olds This parent-child developmental program prepares three-year-old 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 4/17.

SFC or Fox Sun 3/27-5/8 10:30-11am $75m/$105p

Pre-K Baseball Training League (T-Ball)

4-5 year-olds (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 and trophy. Games played at both J locations. No program 4/17.

SFC or Fox Sun 3/27-5/22 11:30am-12:30pm $99m/$129p

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Baseball Skills Academy

K-6th Grade 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 4/17.

SFC or Fox Sun 3/27-5/22 K-2nd: 12:45-1:45pm

3rd-5th: 2-3pm $99m/$129p

Mac & Jeanette Brown Youth Baseball League

K-8th Grade Learn the skills and put them to work in youth baseball. Team registration only; 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 2/11.

SFC Sun Mar-May Times vary $129m/$179p

Individual or Team Baseball Training

1st-12th grade Baseball training focuses on core fundamentals for all skill levels. All parts of the game may 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

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

Group Training

1 hour

$20/person, 3-6 people

Register at jccstl.org

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Basketball Basketball Training 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 be played at either J location.

SFC or Fox Wed 1/12 - 3/2 5:15-6:15pm $109m/$139p

Basketball Skills Academy

K-5th grade Players not registering as part of a team will hone their skills and have fun in this skill-building program.

• Eight weeks of fundamentals and skill development • Small group play • Includes jersey SFC Sat 1/15-3/5 K-2nd: 9-10:00am 3rd-5th: 10:15-11:15am Fox Sun 1/16-3/6 K-2nd: 9-10:00am 3rd-5th: 10:15-11:15am $109m/$139p

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Start Smart Basketball

3-4 year-olds A parent-child developmental program created to prepare youngsters 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. Kids receive a t-shirt and a participation award. Parent participation is mandatory in this nationally certified program.

SFC Wed 1/19 - 2/23 4:30-5:00pm Fox Sun 1/23 - 2/27 11:30am-12:00pm $85m/$115p

Individual or Team Basketball Training

1st-12th Grade Basketball training focuses on core fundamentals for all skill levels. All parts of the game may 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

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

Group Training

1 hour

$20/person, 3-6 people

JOIN TEAM STL We want you to represent Team St. Louis in San Diego July 31 - August 5 at the world’s largest Jewish Olympic-style tournament.

Sports and tryout information at jccstl.com/maccabi

Contact: Emilie Brockman, 314.442.3267, ebrockman@jccstl.org Register at jccstl.org

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Soccer J Soccer – Playtime

2-3 year-olds This is a parent/child participation program which 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 Storytelling” will help the little ones understand participation, sportsmanship, sharing and team concepts along with the basic skills of soccer. Run by CORE Soccer Training.

SFC Sun 9-9:45am Session 1: 3/6 – 3/27 Session 2: 4/3 – 5/1 (no class 4/17) Session 3: 5/15 – 6/19 (no class 5/29 & 6/5) $75m/$95p • 60m/$80p (Early Bird pricing ends 2-weeks prior to start of each program)

J Soccer – First Touch

4-5 year-olds This is an introduction to soccer with our main focus on balance, coordination and the understanding of how the body moves. We will cover the basic ball skills needed to play the game with the emphasis on the individual player’s development; (1 v 1 moves, passing, receiving, dribbling and finishing). During our instruction of each skill, we will use many fun games that make the learning process more exciting and challenging for each participant. Run by CORE Soccer Training.

SFC Sun 9-9:45am Session 1: 3/6 – 3/27 Session 2: 4/3 – 5/1 (no class 4/17) Session 3: 5/15 – 6/12 (no class 5/29) $75m/$95p • 60m/$80p (Early Bird pricing ends 2-weeks prior to start of each program)

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J Soccer – Ball Skills

6-12 year-olds The Field Player program has five stages of development: ball mastery/dribbling, passing/receiving, attacking/ defending, striking/finishing and group/game play. Run by CORE Soccer Training.

SFC Sun 10-10:50am Session 1: 3/6 – 3/27 Session 2: 4/3 – 5/1 (no class 4/17) Session 3: 5/15 – 6/12 (no class 5/29) $75m/$95p • 60m/$80p (Early Bird pricing ends 2-weeks prior to start of each program)

J Soccer – Goalkeeper Training

6-12 year-olds The Goalkeeper program has five stages of development: footwork/balance, ball handling/boxing, diving/ breakaways, shot stopping/crosses and angles/distribution. At this level our focus will be on technical player development. Run by CORE Soccer Training.

SFC Sun 10-10:50am Session 1: 3/6 – 3/27 Session 2: 4/3 – 5/1 (no class 4/17) Session 3: 5/15 – 6/12 (no class 5/29) $75m/$95p • 60m/$80p (Early Bird pricing ends 2-weeks prior to start of each program)

Register at jccstl.org

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Adult Sports Adult Indoor Soccer League

18 years and older Teams will play five weeks plus playoffs for top four teams. These leagues are 4v4 with keeper (5 people on court). Games are played on gym wood floor. Indoor Soccer is played with a running clock (2x22 minute halves) and substitutions are made on-the-fly. The speed of play enables players to develop quick reflexes and requires them to work on ball control and team skills. Skills improve rapidly which translates to better skills when players return to the outdoor game. Team registration required with complete payment. Men’s League and Women’s League available.

Contact: Mathew DeWinters, 314.442.3104, mdewinters@jccstl.org

Deonte Robinson, 314.442.3279, drobinson@jccstl.org Fox Mon 1/24-2/28 $500 per team

6-9:00pm

Men’s Competitive & Recreational Basketball Leagues 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 size is 12 players.

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 necessary, for a fee. Team registration required with complete payment. Leagues may be combined if minimum number of teams is not reached in league.

Contact: Deonte Robinson, 314.442.3279, drobinson@jccstl.org SFC & Fox Thu 3/31-5/19 6-9:00pm $550 per team (7 games + playoffs)

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18 years and older

Coed Softball League

18 years and older Teams will play a 4-week, 8-game, doubleheader regular season, followed by a single elimination playoff tournament. ASA rules. ASA Umpires. Team registration required with complete payment.

Contact: Mathew DeWinters, 314.442.3104, mdewinters@jccstl.org Deonte Robinson, 314.442.3279, drobinson@jccstl.org SFC Sun Starts in April $500 per team

Coed Volleyball League

18 years and older Calling both Competitive and Recreational levels. Each season consists of 7 regular season games and a single elimination tournament for the top 4 teams. Max roster of 12 players. Game locations depend on number of teams registered. Leagues may be combined based on enrollment. Team registration required with complete payment.

Contact: Mathew DeWinters, 314.442.3104, mdewinters@jccstl.org Deonte Robinson, 314.442.3279, drobinson@jccstl.org Competitive Leagues: players with high school and college experience Rec Leagues: players with less high school play and/or regular pick-up game experience SFC or Fox Wed

3/20-6/8 6-9pm

$395 per team Register at jccstl.org

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Racquetball League

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 • Two matches per night • Canister of ball provided each session • Leagues may be adjusted to create parity $72m/$144p per session Contact: Deonte Robinson, 314.442.3279, drobinson@jccstl.org

Open Racquetball League

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

SFC Tue 2/22-4/26 6:30-9pm 5/3-7/5

Elite Racquetball League

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

SFC Thu 2/24-4/28 6:30-9pm 5/5-7/7

High Advanced Racquetball League

High Advanced (B Tournament Level) – Players who have great game knowledge and strategy; just below Open.

SFC Wed 2/23-4/27 6:30-9pm 5/4-7/6

Advanced Racquetball League

Advanced (B/C Tournament Level) – Players have good game knowledge and strategy.

SFC Mon 2/21-4/25 6:30-9pm

5/2-7/25 (no matches 5/30, 6/6 & 7/4)

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Taekwondo

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.

Contact: Deonte Robinson, 314.442.3279, drobinson@jccstl.org SFC Mon

Ongoing

7:30-8:30pm

$46m/$69p per month.

All payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.

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.

Register at jccstl.org

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Badminton & Table Tennis

All Ages

SFC & Fox Open Badminton Mon-Fri 7:30-9am Open Table Tennis Mon-Fri 10-11:30am

Pickleball Open Play

All Ages Catch Pickleball fever with more than 60 hours of court times each week! 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 for all ages.

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

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