Kids in grades 6-8 are invited to spend the night at the J! This is an all-night event supervised by JCC Youth Department staff, including some Camp Hilbert and Specialty Camps Counselors. We’ll have lots of great activities including DJ-fueled dance party, pickup basketball, hangout lounge with card and board games, multiplayer video games on the big screen and MORE! Snacks, drinks, midnight ice cream sundae bar and breakfast on Sunday morning is included. Sleeping space is provided (optional).
Our swim lessons are customized to meet the participant’s needs and availability. Instructors use a gentle, encouraging approach that enables students to overcome fear of the water or set personal goals and progress quickly.
This class is for the first-time swimmer that doesn’t know how to swim. Skills to be taught in this level include entering and exiting the water, blowing bubbles, bobbing, opening eyes underwater and retrieving submerged objects, front and back gliding, back floating, rolling from
front to back and back to front, treading water, alternating simultaneous arm and leg actions in front and back, combining arm and leg actions on front and back and age-appropriate water safety topics.
This class is for the child who can swim independently and has not mastered his/her stroke techniques. Skills to be taught include entering and exiting the water, submerging, bobbing, opening eyes underwater and retrieving submerged objects, front, jellyfish, and tuck floating, front kicking and gliding, back kicking, and gliding, rolling from front to back and back to front, rotary breathing, treading water, combining arm and leg actions on front and back and age- appropriate water safety skills.
The objectives of Learn-to-Swim Level 3 are to expand proficiency of previously learned skills by providing additional guided practice. Participants learn and practice survival floating and learn to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke at rudimentary proficiency levels. We begin introduction of the scissors and dolphin kicks and extend the time duration for treading water. Participants also learn rules for headfirst entries and begin to learn to enter the water headfirst from a seated position at poolside. As in all levels, new and previously addressed water safety topics are included. Participants who successfully complete Level 3 have achieved basic water competency in a pool environment.
In Learn-to-Swim Level 4, participants improve their aquatic skills and increase their endurance by swimming the strokes learned in Level 3 (i.e., front crawl, elementary backstroke) for greater distances and with more advanced proficiency. Participants add arm actions to the previously learned scissors kick and breaststroke kick to perform the rudimentary sidestroke and to learn the breaststroke. Participants also begin to learn the back crawl and butterfly, as well as the basics of performing a simple open turn at a wall.
Pre-fins is a great way to keep your child active this year while introducing them to Dolphin Club swim team program! Practices are run as a hybrid between a swim team practice and group swim lessons. This gives the swimmers more personal attention from our coaches to improve their strokes, while also giving them a taste of the competitive swimming world. We will be holding fun intra-squad meets at the JCC throughout the year. The Pre-fins program emphasizes learning, fitness, and fun!
Jr. NBA is a program where children from preschool through 5th grade can focus on the fundamentals of basketball. From dribbling, passing, shooting, layups, rebounding and defense. The program instills teamwork, sports-person-ship, skill development, and most importantly FUN! The start of the season will begin with a skills evaluation so that we can get to know the athletes and form as even teams as possible. Practices and games throughout the season will be facilitated by Nick Pruden’s leadership with the support of Pro Skills’ coaches.
Calling all ballers! Need to tighten up those skills for the season, or just want to learn the game? Join Coach Nick as he teaches and practices all of your basketball skills! From dribbling, to passing, to shooting, and even defense, this class has what you need! We would be remiss for not mentioning the amount of fun it is going to be. We’ll see you on the court!
Ballet technique and terminology are introduced in this beginner’s class. Students will begin to work at the barre and learn ballet positions and combinations through music and stories. Leotard, tights, and ballet slippers required for this year-round class.
Join this Yoga Class to learn the practice of yoga and mindfulness in a fun, peaceful environment.
This class under the direction of Richmond Urban Dance is a class designed for students that want to learn the fundamentals of hip hop dance. It focuses on basic technique and skills, as well as learning choreography. Each class builds on the one prior. This class is for boys and girls.
Coordination can easily be one of the most important skills in playing any sport. In this fun introductory class students will enhance their coordination and other skills through fun drills and games. Hand eye coordination, footwork, and reaction time are just a few that will be focused on in this class.
Pickleball is for all ages! As one of the fastest growing sports in America it is never to early to learn the life skill of pickleball. This kids pickleball clinic will introduce your athlete to the basics of pickleball; including dinking, drives, serving, returns and accuracy drills. We will also start to learn about match play and understanding scoring, but with the focus on having fun!
Join us for After School Art! This four week after-school art class has great projects every week. Join friends, old and new, for painting, drawing, mixed media, and other art projects.
Come on over to the J for a fun-filled art class, especially for our homeschooled children. We have some great activities lined up. All supplies are included, just bring yourself and your creativity, and meet some new friends!
Make your child’s birthday party one to remember! Plan an art birthday party at the J, available on Sundays! Working directly with our art specialist to create a custom birthday party experience tailored to your child’s specific interests, you will choose among different birthday themes including Color, Paint, Jewelry or Slime.
Drop off your K-5th grader for an exciting evening filled with activities! Kids can choose between swimming or games in the gym, enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner, and top it off with an ice cream sundae party. The night will conclude with a movie. Our trained Kids’ Place staff will be there to supervise and ensure everyone has a fantastic time.
Monday 5AM-10PM
Tuesday 5AM-10PM
Wednesday 5AM-10PM
Thursday 5AM-10PM
Friday 5AM-6PM
Saturday 7AM-6PM
Sunday 7AM-6PM
Pool opens 30 minutes after facility opening and closes 30 minutes prior to facility closing.
Monday 5AM-10PM
Tuesday 5AM-10PM
Wednesday 5AM-10PM
Thursday 5AM-10PM
Friday 5AM-6PM
Saturday 7AM-6PM
Sunday 7AM-6PM