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Winter/Spring 2020 PROGRAMS
CONTENTS HOURS
AgeWell at the JCC �������������������������������������������� 27 Monday-Thursday: 5:30 am-9:30 pm
Aquatics �������������������������������������������������������������������6 Friday: 5:30 am-6 pm
Basketball�������������������������������������������������������������� 15 Saturday: 8 am-6 pm
Camps �������������������������������������������������������������������� 22 Sunday: 8 am-6 pm
Children ���������������������������������������������������������������� 12
Early Childhood Development Center
Dance ��������������������������������������������������������������������� 10
Monday-Friday: 7 am-6 pm
Early Childhood �����������������������������������������������������4
Fitness �������������������������������������������������������������������� 16 HOLIDAY HOURS
Group Exercise ���������������������������������������������������� 18
Christmas Eve and Christmas
Personal Training ����������������������������������������������� 17
Tuesday, December 24: open 5:30 am-6 pm
Preschool Sports������������������������������������������������� 14
Wednesday, December 25: open 8 am-6 pm
Shortstop Babysitting �������������������������������������� 19
ECDC closed
Special Needs ��������������������������������������������������������9
South Hills Jewish Pittsburgh������������������������ 26 New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day
Swim Lessons����������������������������������������������������������7 Tuesday, December 31: open 5:30 am-6 pm
Teens����������������������������������������������������������������������� 21 Wednesday, January 1, 2020:
Thanks to our Sponsors ����������������������������������� 31 Fitness center open 8 am-2 pm
Passover
Wednesday, April 8: close at 5 pm
Co-chairs: Thursday, April 9: closed
Geri and Steven Recht FOR MORE INFORMATION Tuesday, April 14: close at 5 pm
General Inquiries Wednesday, April 15: closed
Rachel Firestone and Jason Binder
412-278-1975 Memorial Day
Presenting Sponsor: PNC Bank Membership Monday, May 25
Fitness center open 8 am-2 am
Sponsorship Information: 412-446-4774
membershipsouthhills@jccpgh.org Family Park open 11 am-7 pm
bidpal.net/jccpgh
Financial Assistance Shavuot
Fara Marcus
412-697-3525 Thursday, May 28: close at 5 pm
412-339-5413 Friday, May 29: closed
fmarcus@jccpgh.org Donations
412-697-3510
Employment
412-339-5418 The JCC is open and accessible to everyone,
regardless of age, race, religion, national origin,
JCC South Hills Fax sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression
Fax: 412-446-0146 or special need by welcoming individuals of all
backgrounds, embracing their uniqueness and
JCC Squirrel Hill Phone
diversity under our communal tent.
412-521-8010
Rentals The JCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does
412-697-3503 not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status
or condition protected by applicable federal or state
law.
For information and to schedule a tour AGE GROUPS AND SCHEDULES
Gina Crough, Associate Director
Early Childhood Development Center Monday through Friday
gcrough@jccpgh.org 7 am-6 pm or 9 am-3 pm
412-278-1786 Infants: ages 6 weeks through 14 months
The JCC’s Early Childhood Development Center Tots: ages 14 months to 2 years
is a warm, welcoming and diverse community Toddlers: age 2
for children 6 weeks to 6 years old. At our Preschoolers: ages 3-5
ECDC you can trust your child is safe, secure Kindergarten Readiness
and engaged by nurturing professionals who Full-time option for children who need another
encourage your child to grow and thrive. year of preschool or who just miss the cut-off
We offer a program that views young children for kindergarten due to their birth date. The
as capable and full of potential; as people with program includes instruction in math, literacy
complex identities, individual strengths and and art, as well as Judaics, storytelling, nature
capacities, and unique social, linguistic and and swim lessons. The children go on field trips
cultural heritages. We believe that discovery to places such as the Duquesne Incline, Mt.
and play are a young child’s most important Lebanon Police Department, Mt. Lebanon Fire
“work.” We provide countless opportunities Department and the park.
for children to develop skills and confidence,
as well as the environment and freedom for
children to have fun! KINDERGARTEN ENRICHMENT
Our enrichment program for kindergartners
Our staff considers parents our partners. We
has morning and afternoon options. Children
Early Childhood Development Center
welcome your input and strive for ongoing
explore Judaics, storytelling and a variety of
communication between home and school.
topics through projects, field trips and special
Together, we can foster your child’s feelings of
visitors. The program includes nature and swim
Young children are offered daily opportunities to encounter many types of self-worth, independence and success.
lessons. Space is limited.
materials and many points of view. They work actively with their hands, At ECDC, we promote universal values,
encourage children to appreciate diversity
minds and emotions, in an environment that values their expressiveness and and provide an environment that promotes
acceptance and a sense of belonging.
creativity. Together we’re helping to raise future citizens of the world who will
advocate for themselves, welcome guests to the table and be upstanders for NEW CLASS FOR YOUNG FAMILIES!
WHAT MAKES ECDC SPECIAL
Schmooze n’ Sing, Toddler Style:
friends and strangers alike. • Indoor swimming pool with ages 1-3
structured water play
Frieda Lalli, 412-446-4774 or
• Double-court gymnasium for indoor gross flalli@jccpgh.org
motor play
A movement and music class for toddlers.
• Jewish holidays and customs For the first part of the class, we socialize
• Two fenced-in age-specific playgrounds and discuss relevant parenting topics.
• Marci Lynn Bernstein outdoor playground with The second part of the class children and
wheelchair access caregivers actively engage in musical
exploration. Activities include singing,
• Escorts to JCC enrichment classes movement, rhythm instruments and
• Nature hikes in the Scott Conservancy musical games designed to promote
• Storytelling and drama with Sally Mathews musical learning.
• Jewish culture with Karen Morris Thursdays, 9:45-10:30 am
Begins January 9
No fee for members
$5/class community
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JCC sailfish swim school
For information
Jamie Nathan, jnathan@jccpgh.org
412-278-1790
Guppy and Me: ages 6-24 months
Parent/child class where songs and games are
used to build confidence in the water.
Tadpoles: age 2
(Parents do not get in the water)
Children learn to get in and out of pool
unassisted, blow bubbles, put their face in
the water, practice front and back floats with
support, explore arm and leg movements and
kicking on their front and back with support.
Jellyfish : ages 3-5
Children practice five continuous bobs. They
practice unsupported front and back floats Aquadults ages 13+
(starfish float) and front glide with their face Aquadults classes are designed to help
in for 1 body length—superman glide or beginner swimmers regardless of their starting
streamline position. point. Aquadults group lessons are ideal for
adults who have never learned to swim, have a
Catfish: ages 3-5 fear or hesitation of the water or want to perfect
Children combine arm and leg action for their swimming stroke.
freestyle and backstroke. Beginner breathing
techniques are introduced. Beginner: Get comfortable in the water, learn
breathing and buoyancy techniques, floating,
Starfish: ages 6 -12 gliding, and kicking. The class will introduce
Children practice unsupported front and back freestyle, backstroke, and sidestroke.
floats and start to combine arms and legs for
Intermediate: Learn breaststroke and refine
four strokes of freestyle.
freestyle and backstroke skills. Rotary breathing
Goldfish: ages 6-12 is introduced.
Children practice bobbing/treading while Advanced: Focus on more advanced techniques
moving to safety in chest-deep water. Freestyle such as flip turns and refining of the four
rotary breathing will be the main focus along competitive strokes for efficiency and speed.
with perfecting backstroke arms and legs.
Dolphins: ages 6-12
Children learn to swim underwater and tread in CLASS DATES AND FEES
deep water. They practice freestyle with rotary No classes April 8-15 in observance of Passover
breathing and backstroke. Breaststroke will be Sunday classes
introduced. January 5-March 8������������������������������������������������� $140
Sharks: ages 6-12 March 15-May 17��������������������������������������������������� $126
Children refine freestyle and backstroke, perfect Monday classes
breaststroke and are introduced to butterfly and January 6-March 9������������������������������������������������� $140
open turns. March 16-May 18��������������������������������������������������� $126
Aquatics Private Swim Lessons
Tuesday classes
January 7-March 10���������������������������������������������� $140
JCC Aquatics is more than just a pool: We are an education center, a social Group lessons don’t fit in your busy schedule? March 17-May 19��������������������������������������������������� $126
Try private lessons. Our instructors will work
Wednesday classes
hub and a place for fun. Whether you are a beginner or an accomplished with you or your child’s needs.
January 8-March 11���������������������������������������������� $140
swimmer, our friendly, qualified staff will assist you in reaching your goals. $37/half-hour; 6 classes/$33 each March 18-May 20��������������������������������������������������� $112
10 classes/$30 each
Thursday classes
At the JCC, everyone can experience the benefits of swimming—from January 9-March 12���������������������������������������������� $140
health and wellness to the important life skill of learning to be safe in and March 19-May 21��������������������������������������������������� $126
around the water.
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CLASS DAYS AND TIMES JCC South Hills Sailfish: ages 6-12
Competitive Swimming Introduction
Guppy and Me: ages 6-24 months
Children practice all four swim strokes.
Sundays��������������������������������������������������������������� 9:30 am Emphasis is on competitive swimming
Tuesdays ������������������������������������������������������������ 9:30 am techniques such as streamline turns, finishes
and endurance training. Children must try out
Tadpoles: age 2 to participate.
Sundays ����������������������������������������������������������������� 10 am Tuesdays and Thursdays���������������������6:30-7:30 pm
Mondays�������������������������������������������������������������2:30 pm January 7-May 21
Tuesdays�������������������������������������������������������������5:30 pm $200
Wednesdays������������������������������������������������������2:30 pm
Lifeguarding Certification
special needs
Jellyfish: ages 3-5 Classes will be held in April and May.
Sundays�������������������������������������������������������������10:30 am
Mondays���������������������������������������������10 am and 3 pm
Tuesdays�����������������������������������������������3 pm and 6 pm AQUATIC FITNESS
Wednesdays������������������������������������������������������������3 pm
Arthritis Aquatic Program
The JCC serves individuals with special needs by GESHER PROGRAM AT
Thursdays���������������������������������������������������������������10 am mainstreaming them into regular JCC programs EMMA KAUFMANN CAMP
Our heated pool is the ideal environment for such as day and overnight camp as well as
relieving arthritis pain and stiffness. Gentle providing programs dedicated to their needs. Aaron Cantor, acantor@jccpgh.org
Catfish: ages 3-5 movements increase joint flexibility and range 412-339-5412
We encourage every interested person with a
Sundays�������������������������������������������������������������������11 am of motion while restoring or maintaining The Gesher program serves high-functioning
disability to participate.
Mondays ������������������������������� 10:30 am and 3:30 pm muscle strength. Must have a physician’s referral teens with special needs. Gesher participants
Tuesdays�����������������������������������3:30 pm and 6:30 pm to participate in this program. GESHER YOUNG engage in their favorite camp activities such
Wednesdays������������������������������������������������������3:30 pm
Thursdays���������������������������������������������������������10:30 am Mondays and Fridays���������������������������������� 10-11 am ADULT CENTER as ropes course, water-tubing and horseback
Tuesdays and Wednesdays������������������� Noon-1 pm riding. Campers learn teamwork, independence
Rachael Speck, rspeck@jccpgh.org
Thursdays���������������������������������������������������11 am-noon and Jewish identity. Interaction with other
412-697-3537
Starfish: ages 6-12 Free for JCC members campers and integration into activities with
Sundays�������������������������������������������������������������11:30 am $90/20 classes/community Monday-Friday, 2-6 pm, Year-round groups of all ages is a focal point of our
Thursdays���������������������������������������������������������������� 6 pm Participants can attend 1-5 days per week program.
Squirrel Hill
SilverSneakers® Splash
Goldfish: ages 6-12 In this fun, shallow-water exercise class you’ll
Led by Lynne Carvell, the Teen and Young Earl Latterman Family
Sundays��������������������������������������������������������������������Noon use a signature splash-board to increase
Adult Center at the JCC in Squirrel Hill provides Jewish Singles Social Network
Tuesdays�������������������������������������������������������������2:30 pm afternoon programming for teens and young Jewish Residential Services
strength and endurance. Splash is suitable for
Thursdays�����������������������������������������������������������6:30 pm adults who face physical, intellectual or mild Marty Brown, 412-422-6720
all skill levels and is safe for non-swimmers.
emotional and behavioral challenges.
A social group for young adults, ages 20 and
Dolphins: ages 5-12 Sundays���������������������������������������������������12:30-1:30 pm
The program includes a variety of activities— up, with mild to moderate developmental
Sundays ������������������������������������������������������������11:30 am sports, art projects, dancing, singing, movement disabilities. The group meets twice monthly
Mondays and Thursdays���������������������������������1-2 pm
Wednesdays������������������������������������������������������������6 pm games, excursions to the Carnegie Library and for programming meetings overseen by a staff
Wednesdays��������������������������������������������������������4-5 pm
Thursdays���������������������������������������������������������������11 am swimming. The focus is on participants’ growth advisor. On alternating Tuesdays they enjoy
No fee
and development of life skills. outings and activities they have planned.
Sharks: ages 5-12 Aqua Groove Lynne Carvell has coordinated the JCC Teen and Tuesdays
Sundays��������������������������������������������������������������������Noon Young Adult Program since 2007. She has many 6:30-7:30 pm
This high-intensity class will focus on endurance
Wednesdays ���������������������������������������������������� 6:30 pm years of experience working with children and
and resistance training in an enjoyable
adolescents with intellectual disabilities in a
atmosphere set to music.
variety of settings. Prior to working at the JCC,
Violet and Joseph Soffer
Aquadults: ages 13+ Fridays���������������������������������������������������������11 am-noon she worked for Western Psychiatric Institute Foundation and Family Special
Sundays������������������������������������������������������������ 12:30 pm No fee and Clinic as a therapeutic staff support person Olympics
Thursdays�����������������������������������������������������������������7 pm and as a TSS at the JCC’s after-school Clubhouse Ellen McBride, 412-731-6185
Aquafit program. Free individualized training for Special
This high-intensity aerobics class features water All interested potential members can try the Olympics. Special Olympics is for anyone over
plyometrics and resistance equipment. program for a three-day trial period with their age 8 with cognitive delays.
Saturdays�������������������������������������������������� 8:30-9:30 am parent(s) or caregiver. Basketball
No fee For more information or to schedule a trial Sundays, Noon-1 pm
period, please contact Rachael Speck at Swimming
412-697-3537 or rspeck@jccpgh.org. Tuesdays, 5-6 pm
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dance
Philip Chosky Performing Arts Tap
Program Rhythm, musicality and sound clarity skills are
Kathy Wayne, Dance Director introduced; each level builds on the previous
kwayne@jccpgh.org one. Dancers learn a vocabulary of tap steps
412-339-5414 that will be used to develop fun and interesting
choreography. Students advance based on their
Director ability to perform given steps.
Kathy Wayne, Dance Director, is a graduate of
Point Park College with a B.A. in dance. Her
professional credits include Tokyo Disneyland, PRESCHOOL CLASSES
Caesar’s Atlantic City and many productions Little Stars 1: ages 2½-3
with the Pittsburgh Playhouse.
A series of music and creative movement
Philosophy classes that celebrate your child’s natural
Our goal is to help children gain poise, ability to move in an expressive way. These
flexibility, strength and an appreciation for the weekly 30-minute classes are designed to
art of dance. engage children through group and individual
participation, which is vital for early childhood
Dress Code Requirements
development.
Hair must be pulled back, longer hair should be
in a bun or pony tail. Wednesdays
3-3:30 pm
Ages 3-4 January 8-May 13�������������������������������������������������� $225
• Pink or Black leotard
• Pink tights
Little Stars 2 Creative Movement: ages 3-4
• Pink ballet slippers (no foam slippers) Our tiny dancers will build strength, flexibility
required for ballet class and body awareness, as well as gross motor
• Black tap shoes required for tap class skills, coordination and posture. A blend of basic
dance movement and the use of props make
Ages 5 and up this a fun beginner class.
• Pink or black leotard
Fridays, 3-3:30 pm
• Ballet skirts are permitted January 10-May 15������������������������������������������������ $225
• Jazz pants permitted
• Pink or black tights Shooting Stars Pre-Ballet and Tap: ages 4-5 Private Dance Instruction Adult Tap
• Pink ballet slippers (no foam slippers) Beginning tap and ballet skills and terminology $50/hour; $320/8 one-hour classes It’s never too late to learn to tap dance! Get a
required for ballet class are taught with an emphasis on coordination $25/half hour; $175/8 half-hour classes fun cardio workout while you tap your troubles
• Black tap shoes required for tap class and musicality. away!
Duet Dance Lesson
• Black jazz shoes required for jazz class Wednesdays Beginner: Wednesdays, 6-7 pm
$45/hour; $280/8 one-hour classes
3:30-4:15 pm Intermediate: Wednesdays, 5-6 pm
Boys $25/half hour; $160/8 half-hour classes
January 8-May 13�������������������������������������������������� $234 January 8-May 20
• Black pants or tights
Dance Studio
• White T-shirt
SCHOOL-AGE CLASSES ADULT CLASSES Drop-in fee: $10/member; $14/community
Ballet Line Dance
Ballet/Tap 1: ages 6-8 Silver Show Tunes
Classes consist of barre and center floor Learn all the popular line dances and a few
exercises. Students advance based on their Fridays Learn some new moves and sing to your heart’s
more in this lively class.
ability to perform given steps. 4-5 pm content. Silver Show Tunes is part dance class,
January 10-May 15������������������������������������������������ $270 Fridays, 1-2 pm
part fitness class, part performing arts class and
January 10-May 22
all fun!
Drop in: $5/member; $8/community
Ballet/Tap 3: ages 9-10 Fridays, 2-2:50 pm
Fridays January 10-February 14
5-6 pm February 21-March 27
January 10-May 15������������������������������������������������ $270 Dance Studio
$30/session/members; $42 session/community
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BIRTHDAY PARTIES Create Your Own Party
Ages 2-12 We provide the space, supervision and party
Celebrate your child’s birthday at the JCC South supplies—you provide the program and
Hills. We set up and clean up, and supply paper refreshments.
products, invitations and supervision. All parties When you book a party with the JCC, you will
are two hours and cost $350. Parties are priced get a FREE Kids Nite Out for one child.
for up to 20 children. Additional guests: $4 each.
Maximum guest count is 30, children and adults
included.
Includes a free one-day guest pass for families
of your invited guests for the day of the party
REFER A FRIEND TO CAMP
FOR BIG SAVINGS*
Games Galore: ages 5 and under For each week of camp your friends
Parachutes, Mr. Fox, Freeze Dance, Four Corners, register for, you will get a $25 credit*
Duck Duck Goose and more. on your JCC account. They must be new
campers who have never attended a JCC
Sports Party camp before and/or have not been a JCC
member in the past two years. Be sure
Wiffleball, kickball, soccer, hockey, relay races to tell them to mention your name when
and more. they register.
*Credits will be given by September 1, 2020. Must
Swim Party: ages 5-12 be a 5-day program.
Relay races, cannon ball competitions and much
more.
children
Jason Haber, 412-278-1782 Scheduled J Days
jhaber@jccpgh.org January 20, 21
February 17
J DAYS April 6, 10, 13
Grades K-6 May 25
J Days are offered when Mt. Lebanon and/or the June 10-12, 15-19
Upper St. Clair schools are not in session. J Days Check your email for details about the activities
include games, gym time, free swim, special for each J Day.
field trip or in-house activity and snack. Bring a
dairy lunch, beverage, swim suit, towel and gym
shoes. No extra spending money is necessary. KIDS NITE OUT
When school is canceled for inclement weather Ages 3-12
No school, no problem! We will conduct a J Day Parents enjoy a night out while the JCC takes
program. Please call the JCC, 412-278-1975, at care of the kids. Children are grouped by age.
7 am to verify start time. We follow the Activities include sports, music, arts & crafts,
Mt. Lebanon and Upper St. Clair school closings. color wars and much more, with a sleepover
9 am-3 pm coming in December.
$65/day/child Saturdays
Before Care (7-9 am): $8/day 6-10 pm
After Care (3-6 pm): $15/day $40/child; $20/sibling
Before and After Care: $20/day $60/community
Sleepovers: $75/child; $35/sibling;
$100/community
Dates TBA
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preschool sports basketball
Steve Manns, smanns@jccpgh.org Little Kickers Soccer: ages 3-5 Steve Manns, smanns@jccpgh.org Sundays
412-278-1783 Kids develop gross motor skills, teamwork and 412-278-1783 Boys and girls: K-grade 3���������������� 10:30-11:30 am
social skills while learning the basics of soccer. Expert coaches John Miller and Unrico Girls: grades 4-9��������������������������������� 11:30 am-1 pm
Wee Little Wrestling: ages 3-5
Abbondanza lead the JCC’s basketball program, Boys: grades 4-9�������������������������������������������1-2:30 pm
Our JCC sports coach teaches the basics of Wednesday 2:30-3 pm
January 8-February 26 training kids in all aspects of the game, from Wednesdays
wrestling to build body awareness, coordination
$80 form shooting, ball handling, passing and first Girls: grades 4-9������������������������������������������ 6-7:30 pm
and confidence. Kids will also learn anti-
March 18-May 6 step moves to finishing moves, footwork and Boys: grades 4-9�������������������������������������������7:30-9 pm
bullying strategies to set and respect personal
$80 timing.
boundaries, as well as how to be assertive when 4 sessions: $120; $140/non-JCC members
seeking help. Coach Miller won more than 630 games during 8 sessions: $200; $220/non-JCC members
Little Hoopers Basketball: ages 3-5 his career at Riverside and Blackhawk High
Mondays, 2:30-3 pm Walk-in: $35
Schools, as well as four state championships
January 20-March 9 Children learn the basics of basketball and good
and eight WPIAL titles. Coach Abbondanza was
$80 sportsmanship.
a 4-year starter for Lock Haven University and a
March 30-May 18
Fridays three-time All-PSAC player.
$80
January 17-April 3
Register at the Front Desk.
2:30-3 pm
Growing up Gritty: ages 4-5 Classes are ongoing: you can join at any time.
$120
Growing Up Gritty is a physical education
program that works to develop positive mindset T-Ball: age 3-4
through movement. Spinning, crawling,
Children learn the basics of T-Ball and good
jumping, balancing, rolling and climbing
sportsmanship.
are first introduced as separate skills, then
combined for practical purposes in the form of Fridays
games and challenges. April 17-May 22
2:30-3 pm
Tuesdays and Thursdays
$60
January 28-April 30
2:30-3 pm
$220
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PERSONAL TRAINING
Steve Manns, smanns@jccpgh.org PERSONAL TRAINING FEES
412-278-1783 Adults Hour Half
One-on-One Private Workout 4-11 sessions $68 $44
Live life to the fullest! Let us help you look 12-47 sessions $63 $40
good and feel great. Your personal trainer will 48+ sessions $58 $36
customize a program designed just for you Ages 17 and under Hour Half
and guide you to experience a life-changing 4-11 sessions $54 $35
transformation through safe, enjoyable 12-47 sessions $52 $33
workouts. Get started today! 48+ sessions $50 $31
Single Sessions Hour
New! One-on-one Private Yoga and Adult $72
Mindfulness Coaching Age 17 and under $56
Personal training fees apply.
Discount of up to 10% for Platinum Fitness
members
Fitness Assessment
Our trainers evaluate cardiovascular fitness,
muscular strength, endurance and flexibility, in
addition to testing blood pressure and body fat
composition.
WELLNESS
Bonnie Livingston, blivingston@jccpgh.org
Fitness
$20; $10/retest 412-278-1781
$5/body fat composition only
20/20 Vision Quest to Better Health
Enriching the lives of every body by providing innovative fitness and wellness Next Steps Join Bonnie Livingston as we break down the
steps to weight loss and a healthy lifestyle,
programming, reflecting Maimonides’ 12th-century words—guf bari v’shalem— JCC Next Steps is a post-rehabilitation exercise
using dot journals to set and track goals.
program that will help you transition from
the health of the soul cannot be achieved without taking care of the body. physical therapy to long-term fitness and Mondays, 6-7 pm
wellness. Enroll for as little as $33 per half hour January 20-March 9
when you purchase 10 sessions. $40; free for personal training clients with 6+
sessions
Personal Exercise Prescription
If you are stuck in an exercise rut or not getting Mindfulness Practice
the results you want, consider an Exercise Mindfulness is the psychological process
Prescription. If you can work out and follow of bringing one’s attention to the present
a program without instruction, this is a great moment, which can be developed through
alternative to personal training that includes: training. Practitioners frequently experience
• One-hour assessment and consultation with greater well-being and reduction of stress. Each
personal trainer month we’ll introduce various exercises that can
• Individualized six-week training program be practiced through self-study. Please bring
notebook/journal and pen.
• Weekly phone consultation
First Thursday of the month
• Personal training session at the end of six
5:30-6:30 pm
weeks to measure progress
Free for members; $5/community
$150
Additional Prescriptions Guided Meditation
• Individualized six-week training program All are welcome to this 30-minute free
• Weekly phone consultation guided meditation to reduce stress and learn
• Personal training at the end of six weeks techniques to help quiet the mind, increase
focus, improve clarity and generate well-being.
$75
Second, third and fourth Thursday
of the month
5:30 pm
No fee
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Balancing Moods Yoga
Tuesdays PLATINUM MEMBERSHIP
Begins January 7 If you participate in many fitness activities,
4 pm you will save money!
$5/members; $15/community
Join Today For These Benefits
• All group exercise classes are free,
Chair Massage and Reiki including boot camp, yoga and TRX
$1/minute • Up to 10% off personal training
10-, 15-, 20- or 30-minute options • Access to the Platinum facilities and
discount on massage in Squirrel Hill
Primal Health Coaching To become a Platinum member, contact
Steve Manns, smanns@jccpgh.org or Frieda Lalli at 412-446-4774
412-278-1783
Primal Health Coaching supports maximum
vitality and well-being through the integration
of strategies across a broad spectrum of lifestyle
dimensions including nutrition, fitness, sleep, Group Active*
stress management, sun, play and enrichment. Group Active is perfect if you are new to
$700/12 weeks; even week sessions are a half- exercise or have not exercised in a long time.
hour and odd weeks are an hour Also ideal for the super busy and fit who need
to get it all—cardio, strength, balance, and Beginner Yoga
Learn the essence of relaxation through
Goodman Shortstop
flexibility—in just one hour. Get stronger, fitter,
Babysitting
GROUP EXERCISE and healthier with inspiring music, adjustable stretches, postures and improved breathing
Register by calling 412-278-1785; leave a
dumbbells, weight plates, body weight, and techniques in this 45-minute class.
Elaine Cappucci voice mail.
ecappucci@jccpgh.org simple athletic movements. Activate your life!
HIIT Express* Babysitting is available for children 6
412-446-4773
weeks to 5 years of age while parents
Classes marked with an asterisk* are FREE to all Group Blast* Get in a quick workout in this 30-minute, high
exercise. Buy coupons at the Front Desk.
JCC members. ALL classes are free for Platinum Group Blast is 60 minutes of cardio training intensity interval training class that combines
members. Complete schedule available at that uses The STEP in highly effective, athletic strength training with high intensity cardio Hours
JCCPGH.org and in the JCC lobby. ways. It will get your heart pounding and sweat bursts. Great music and old school moves will Sunday �������������������������������� 9:30 am-12:30 pm
pouring as you improve your fitness, agility, get your morning off to an invigorating start. Monday-Friday ������������������������9 am-11:30 am
coordination and strength with exciting music Monday-Thursday ��������������������������� 5:30-8 pm
Absolute Abs*
and group energy. Have a Blast! Stretch and Strength* $7/child/hour
Forget those ordinary old sit-ups. This 50 minute
class will take your core workout to another Yoga-based movement and functional exercises $30/month unlimited usage
level. With a little creativity and a stability ball, Group Centergy* will help you get stronger and more flexible. (one per child).
you will get a core you adore! Group Centergy will grow you longer and Parents must stay on JCC property.
stronger with an invigorating 60-minute mind- Spartan Strong*
Active Express* body workout. It incorporates yoga and Pilates This circuit boosts mental and physical strength,
fundamentals with athletic training for balance, improves conditioning and agility and burns fat.
This class will give you a great light impact
mobility, flexibility and the core. Emotive music
cardio session in 30 minutes using the step, It provides the intensity you need to conquer Yoga
drives the experience as you breathe and sweat your first race, move your fitness to the next
with moves choreographed to fun and inspiring Excellent for all levels from beginner to
through this full-body fitness journey. level and conquer life.
music. advanced, this class is a flowing, dynamic
yoga practice that cultivates presence by
Group Power* TRX connecting movement with breath and focuses
Boot Camp
Group Power will blast all your muscles with Build functional strength and improve flexibility, on body alignment, physical conditioning and
This intense, high-energy class will get your
a high-rep weight training workout. Using an balance and core stability all at once using mindfulness.
weekend off to a great start! Work on strength,
adjustable barbell, weight plates and body body weight suspension training. The TRX
cardio, endurance and functional fitness with a
weight, Group Power combines squats, lunges,
variety of drills and equipment in our gym. Suspension Trainer is the original, best-in-class Zumba*
presses, and curls with functional integrated workout system that leverages gravity and your
exercises. Dynamic music and a motivating This Latin dance-based class mixes low-intensity
bodyweight to perform hundreds of exercises. and high-intensity moves for an interval-style,
Core Conditioning* group atmosphere will get your heart rate up,
Get a stronger core in this 30 minute focused make you sweat, and push you to a personal calorie-burning dance fitness party. This is a
class that includes a blend of strength, stability best! Power Up! TRX Fusion total body workout that combines all elements
and traditional core exercises. All the benefits of the TRX class, with interval of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance
training added in, so this class takes your TRX and flexibility, with great music and lots of fun.
training to the next level.
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J Line South Hills: grades 8-10 J Line South Hills Special Session
JCCPGH.org/jlinesh Wednesday, February 12
Hannah Kalson, hkalson@jccpgh.org Hannah Kalson, hkalson@jccpgh.org
412-339-5400 412-339-5400
J Line South Hills, the community-wide Jewish This special sessions of J Line South Hills will
learning experience for teens, brings Judaism to explore the core question “how can I bring
life in a way that is relevant, enriching and fun, about change in this world?” The session will
with Jewish values “front row and center.” J Line be a hands-on, interactive experience with a
South Hills empowers teens to embrace their local organization to create a positive impact in
Jewish identity, grapple with challenging life our community. Open to teens not enrolled in
questions and improve the world in their J Line.
own way.
TEEN FITNESS CERTIFICATION Pick-up Basketball Wednesday evenings, 6:15-8:30 pm L’Taken Social Justice Seminar
Steve Manns, smanns@jccpgh.org or Sundays, 8-10 am J Line South Hills is a partnership of the Jewish January 24-27
412-278-1783 Side B of the Gym Community Center, Congregation Beth El, Temple Hannah Kalson, hkalson@jccpgh.org
Free for members; $5/community Emanuel, and South Hills Jewish Pittsburgh. 412-339-5400
This 90-minute orientation MUST be completed
by teens ages 13-15 prior to using the fitness In partnership with the Religious Action
equipment. Pickleball J-Serve: grades 6-12 Center of Reform Judaism, you will have the
Pickleball is a paddle sport with combined Sunday, March 29 opportunity to impact our country as you share
$45/group session your views on social justice topics with decision
elements of tennis, badminton and ping pong, Hannah Kalson, hkalson@jccpgh.org
First Tuesday of the month, 6 pm makers on Capitol Hill. Our program is designed
$60/private session with a trainer and played on a doubles badminton court. 412-339-5400
With a small court and doubles play, it’s the to expose you to a variety of public policy issues
J-Serve Pittsburgh is an annual day of
perfect sport for active seniors. Players from and explore the Jewish values that inform
service learning planned by a teen steering
advocacy around these issues. Throughout the
SPORTS & REC novice to advanced can play round robin games committee and offering a wide array of service
weekend, we will give you the and tools to write
Steve Manns, smanns@jccpgh.org during the Saturday drop-in times, or groups of opportunities to participants from all over the
players can reserve a court to play on Tuesday a persuasive speech on a topic of your choice
412-278-1783 greater Pittsburgh area. Last year, more than
afternoons. to present when you visit your senators and
300 teens came together in service, one of the
Ping Pong representatives on the Monday of the program.
Saturday Drop-in largest J-Serve events in North America!
Sundays, 3-5 pm
First and third Saturday of each month Join us for another amazing year of J-Serve
Free for members; $5/community Diller Teen Fellowship: grades 10-11
12:15-2:15 pm in the Gym Pittsburgh!
$2/member; $5/community Alex Malanych, amalanych @jccpgh.org
J-SERVE is a partnership of the Jewish Community Center 412-697-3233
Pick-up Volleyball of Greater Pittsburgh, Repair the World: Pittsburgh,
Tuesday Court Time facebook.com/pittsburghdillerteens
Tuesdays, 7-9 pm BBYO, and the Volunteer Center of the Jewish Federation
Noon-2 pm instagram.com/dillerpittsburgh
Please call before coming of Greater Pittsburgh
Must be reserved in advance at the Front Desk. JCCPGH.org/diller
Free for members; $5/community
412-278-1783 The Diller Teen Fellows Program is Pittsburgh’s
premier leadership development program.
Twenty students are selected and participate for
a year with the purpose of developing active,
effective leaders with a strong commitment to
the Jewish people.
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Jason Haber, jhaber @jccpgh.org
412-278-1782
REGISTER FOR CAMP
BY THE WEEK
JUNE 22-AUGUST 14
Register now: Early bird ends February 28
Weeks do not need to be consecutive.
Kosher-style lunches and afternoon popsicles
are included in all camp programs.
With sports, aquatics, drama, nature, arts &
crafts and Judaics, campers enjoy an enriched,
well-rounded experience in a safe environment.
Chalutzim campers choose a different chug
(hobby) each week and spend 45 minutes each
day with a specialist in their area of interest. All
campers have swim lessons, free swim and a
kosher-style lunch daily. Special events include
Color Wars, Wacky Wednesday and field trips.
New in 2020
• Imagination Playground
Summer Camps • Archery
• Cooking
JCC camps provide the ideal environment for children to learn new skills, What we do at camp
• Swim Lessons every day
develop independence, and gain confidence and a sense of self. Our unique • Free Swim • Arts & Crafts CAMP SABRA: GRADES K-2
• Sports • Music Half-Day Program (includes lunch)
summer programming prepares campers and staff for life’s journeys through • Judaics • Nature 9 am-12:30 pm
For children entering kindergarten
meaningful connections, personal growth, instilling values and delivering fun. • Garden • Color War
• Wacky Wednesdays Full-Day Program, 9 am-3 pm
• Flagpole • Beach Parties For children entering grades K-2
• Sleepovers • Foam Parties
• Daily Popsicles
Field Trips CAMP CHALUTZIM: GRADES 3-6
• J&R (PreK-grade 6) 9 am-3 pm
• South Park (PreK-grade 6)
• Splash Lagoon ( K- grade 6)
• Idlewild (K-grade 6) BEFORE- AND AFTER-CAMP CARE
• Emma Kaufmann Camp (grades 3-6) • 7-9 am: $50/week or $15/day (does not
What’s in our backyard include breakfast)
• Gaga Pit • 3-6 pm: $75/week or $20/day
• 9 Square • Both: $115/week
• Volleyball Court
• Register for eight weeks of Before- and
• Foam Machine
After-Camp Care before June 1 and get a
• Scott Conservancy
discounted rate of $105/week.
• Garden
22 CLASSES AND PROGRAMS JANUARY-MAY 2020 BACK TO CONTENTS REGISTER ONLINE: JCCPGH.ORG • FOR QUESTIONS: 412-278-1975 23EARLY CHILDHOOD CAMPS PERFORMING ARTS CAMP
June 22-August 14 Grades 2-8
Camp K’Ton Ton: age 2 9 am-3 pm
emma kaufmann camp
4-week program
Camp Yeladim: ages 3-4
July 20-August 14
K’Ton Ton campers are introduced to the water
through daily swim time in the pool and water Campers are part of a complete musical show,
play activities. Yeladim campers are divided into from rehearsals to set production to opening
age-appropriate groups. They participate in night. Training in theater, music and dance
both instructional swim lessons and free swim culminates with a performance the last week
daily. Early childhood campers enjoy visits to of camp. The musical will be chosen based on
For information EKC ACTIVITIES
Aaron Cantor, acantor@jccpgh.org • Archery • Arts & Crafts • Basketball • The Blob
activity specialists such as nature, music, sports registration.
412-339-5412
and crafts. • Canoeing/Kayaking • Ceramics
EKC, the JCC’s resident overnight camp, is
• Chinuch (Judaics)
9 am-12:30 pm ADVENTURE CAMPS situated along Cheat Lake near Morgantown,
9 am-3 pm Grades 4-8 West Virginia, providing opportunities for a • Climbing Tower • Drama • Heated Pool
Before- and After-Camp Care: Register by the week: June 22-August 14 myriad of sports and recreational activities on • Horseback Riding • Israeli Culture
7-9 am, includes breakfast; 3-6 pm land and water. EKC camping programs, with an
Campers will experience many different • Lacrosse • Maccabi Color War
emphasis on Jewish values, are for kids entering
adventures in and around the Greater grades 2 through 10. • Mountain & BMX Biking
Pittsburgh area. Previous trips have included:
S.I.T. LEADERSHIP PROGRAM Just Ducky Tour, Wave Pools, Kennywood,
• The Rave • Robotics • Shabbat • Singing
Grades 7-10 Sandcastle, Living Treasures Animal Park First Experience: grades 2-5 • Soccer • Tennis • Teva (Nature)
8:30 am-3:30 pm and many others. There will be occasional First Experience is a one-week introduction to • Tubing • Water Skiing • Zip Line
4-week minimum (do not need to be the EKC overnight camping experience with a
late pickup days based on the excursion. An
consecutive) goal of helping campers become comfortable
overnight stay at Emma Kaufmann Camp, the
June 22-August 14 staying away from home. Session Dates 2020
JCC’s overnight camp in West Virginia, will be
Through training and weekly workshops, For campers entering grades 2-10
offered during one of the weeks.
staff-in-training learn the responsibilities of 4 weeks (Session 1)
On days with shorter excursions, campers spend SIT (Staff-in-Training) Program Sunday-Friday, June 21-July 17
a day-camp counselor, develop a spirit of SITs travel to Israel for 21 days of their eight-
time at the JCC with instructional or free swim,
volunteerism, and learn the impact that they week commitment, participating in tikkun For campers entering grades 2-10
nature walks and arts & crafts.
can have on their community, develop stronger olam projects and Shabbat weekends, visiting 3 weeks (Session 2)
social skills and develop their own strengths Parents can choose all 8 weeks or pick and Sunday-Tuesday, July 19-August 11
the Kotel and Yad Vashem, plus much more.
and skills while working with children. choose which they prefer. Due to bus/staffing/
Returning to camp, SITs participate in four For campers entering grades 2-6
and ticket purchases, all Adventure Camp
Staff-in-training participate in team-building weeks of program planning and supervision 2 weeks (Sabra/Kineret Aleph)
registrations must be made by May 31.
exercises with their fellow SITs, share of campers as they complete their training Sunday-Friday, June 21-July 3
responsibility for a group of campers with a Minimum of 5 participants experience.
junior and senior counselor, lead a weekly 2 weeks (Sabra/Kineret Bet)
activity with their group and participate in a Sunday-Sunday, July 19-August 2
community mitzvah project. For campers entering grades 2-5
A parent/camper interview with the camp 1 week (First Experience)
director is required. Attendance at the staff Wednesday-Tuesday, August 5-11
orientation week in June is mandatory.
24 CLASSES AND PROGRAMS JANUARY-MAY 2020 BACK TO CONTENTS REGISTER ONLINE: JCCPGH.ORG • FOR QUESTIONS: 412-278-1975 25south hills jewish pittsburgh
For information Good Deeds Day
Rob Goodman, 412-446-4461 In partnership with the Volunteer Center of the
shjpinfo@jccpgh.org Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
South Hills Jewish Pittsburgh (SHJP) is the Sunday, March 29 ·10-11:30 am
community engagement division of the JCC
South Hills. SHJP strives to create a vibrant, Adopt-A-Highway Cleanup
interconnected and inspired South Hills Jewish
In partnership with the Volunteer Center of the
community.
Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh
Tuesday, April 21 · 11 am-noon
All events are free and take place at the
Cochran Road, Mt. Lebanon
JCC South Hills unless otherwise noted.
Register at southhillsjewishpittsburgh.org
South Hills Celebrates Israel
Thursday, April 30 · 5:30-7:30 pm
Mitzvah Day
In partnership with the Volunteer Center of the
Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh South Hills Tikkun Leil Shavuot AgeWell at the JCC
Thursday, May 28 · 8-9:30 pm
Wednesday, December 25 · 10-11:30 am At the JCC South Hills, we are here to help seniors stay fit—physically,
mentally and socially. We encourage seniors to try any and all of our many
South Hills Community 5th Night of SOUTH HILLS HEALTHY
Chanukah Celebration LIVING SERIES fitness and wellness program offerings. Classes are held daily; please see
Thursday, December 26 · 5-7 pm
Getting Through The Holidays Mindfully & the schedule posted at JCCPGH.org or at the Front Desk. In addition to our
Stress-Free
Generations Speaker Series With Elaine Cappucci and Bonnie Livingston,
fitness classes, we offer a range of evidence-based health and wellness
In partnership with the Holocaust Center of JCC South Hills Fitness programs throughout the year to help you be your best you. We are here to
Pittsburgh
Thursday, December 19 · 7 pm
Thursday, January 23 · 7 pm provide a space for people to come together, meet new friends, learn new
Mt. Lebanon Public Library
Real Food and Sensible Fitness skills and grow in mind, body and spirit.
16 Castle Shannon Blvd., 15228
Made Simple
With Steve Manns, JCC South Hills Fitness
Legacy Letters—Writing What We Believe
For The Next Generation Thursday, January 30 · 7 pm
With Rabbi Ron Symons
Thursdays · 6:30-8:30 pm Playtime For Kids, Adults and Seniors
February 27, March 5, 12 With Rachael Speck, JCC Children, Youth and
$36 for all 3 sessions Family Director
Thursday, February 20 · 7 pm
South Hills Community Purim Carnival
Sunday, March 8 · 12:15-2:30 pm Elder Care – Ask The Experts
No fee for admission; lunch and game tickets Thursday, March 26 ·7 pm
are extra
Stay Safe in the Water
South Hills Grand Purim Celebration
With Carla Likar and Jamie Nathan,
Hosted by Chabad of the South Hills JCC Aquatics Department
Tuesday, March 10 · 4:30-7 pm
Thursday, May 14 · 7 pm
26 CLASSES AND PROGRAMS JANUARY-MAY 2020 BACK TO CONTENTS REGISTER ONLINE: JCCPGH.ORG • FOR QUESTIONS: 412-278-1975 27agewell at the jcc Tai Chi
This body-mind exercise enhances balance,
concentration and agility and is effective for
AgeWell Pittsburgh
AgeWell Pittsburgh offers a one-stop
arthritis and fall prevention. A structured warm- resource that links older adults, their
up is followed by a traditional tai chi sequence. family members, friends and caregivers
The class is done standing; however, all the to solutions for issues related to aging.
For information
exercises can be done using chairs. AgeWell Pittsburgh is a collaboration of
Elaine Cappucci, Health and Wellness Director
Beginners welcome. the Jewish Association on Aging, the JCC
ecappucci@jccpgh.org
of Greater Pittsburgh and JFCS Jewish
412-446-4773 Tuesdays,
Family and Community Services.
Beginner: 11 am-noon
Advanced: Noon-1 pm Call 412-422-0400 or visit AgeWellpgh.org
FITNESS $3/class/member; $5/community
SilverSneakers® Classic
Increase muscle strength and range of Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
movement, and improve activities for daily Our heated pool is the ideal environment for
relieving arthritis pain and stiffness. Gentle Zumba Gold Toning
living. You’ll have a chair for seated exercises
and standing support. Your instructor can movements increase joint flexibility and range Zumba® Gold-Toning blends the Zumba® party
modify the exercises for your fitness level. of motion while restoring or maintaining you love at a slower pace with a redefining
muscle strength. Must have a physician’s referral total body workout using Zumba® Toning
to participate in this certified program. Sticks to shake up those muscles! Low to
SilverSneakers® Circuit moderate intensity strength training exercises
Experience standing, low-impact choreography Mondays and Fridays, 10-11 am
are essential to prevent a dramatic reduction
alternated with standing upper-body strength Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
in muscle mass, muscle strength, atrophy and
work. This class is suitable for nearly every Noon-1 pm
sarcopenia (loss of skeletal muscle mass). Walk
fitness level, and your instructor can adapt the No fee for members
in ready to have a blast and tone up, leave
exercises depending on your skill. $5/class/community
exhilarated and empowered!
$90/20 classes/community
Mondays, noon-1 pm
SilverSneakers® Yoga Gym
PWR!Moves
Move through seated and standing yoga poses
Parkinson’s Wellness and Recovery
designed to increase flexibility, balance, and
range of movement. Finish with restorative PWR!Moves is an evidence-based exercise
breathing exercises and final relaxation to program geared to people with Parkinson’s,
promote reduced stress and mental clarity. designed to counteract its major symptoms,
restore function and improve quality of life.
BOOM® Muscle
SilverSneakers® Splash This class incorporates athletic exercises that Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 pm
boost your overall fitness. Move through Social Hall
In this fun, shallow-water exercise class you’ll
muscle-conditioning blocks and activity-specific $5/member; $7/community
use a signature splash-board to increase
strength and endurance. Splash is suitable for drills to improve strength and functional skill.
all skill levels and is safe for non-swimmers. Balance
Arthritis Exercise Program A half-hour, low-impact class designed to
BOOM® Move Led by an Arthritis Foundation-trained improve balance and increase core strength.
instructor, this class covers a variety of range- The combination of core work and balance
This fun, dance-inspired workout improves your
of-motion and endurance-building activities, training for older adults is crucial for fall
cardio fitness with easy-to-follow moves set to
relaxation techniques, and health education prevention, improved posture and coordination.
energizing music.
topics. All of the exercises can be modified to Thursdays, 11-11:30 am
meet participant needs. Social Hall
Mondays, 2-3 pm
$3/class/member; $5/community Zumba Gold
Zumba Gold recreates the Zumba experience
for active older adults with easy-to-follow
Zumba® choreography that focuses on balance,
range of motion and coordination. Come ready
to sweat, and prepare to leave empowered and
feeling strong.
Thursdays, noon-1 pm
Gym
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Once a month we will get together to talk Hilary Tyson and Charles Porter
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Silver Show Tunes Social Hall Lauren and Scott Americus Silk & Stewart Development Group
Learn some new moves and sing to your heart’s $15/AARP members; $20/others Bank of America St. Moritz Building Services
content. Silver Show Tunes is part dance class, BNY Mellon Wealth Management Marla and Michael Werner
part fitness class, part performing arts class and Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney
all fun! CHECKMATES Clark Hill PLC
Nancy and Jim Wolf
CheckMates recruits volunteers age 60+ and First National Bank
Fridays, 2-2:50 pm
welcomes referrals of loved ones and friends
January 10-February 14 Full Bowl Catering
who could benefit from a weekly phone call.
February 21-March 27 Giant Eagle
If you know of an older adult who would
Dance Studio Hyman Family Foundation
appreciate a weekly, friendly phone call or you
$30/session/members; $42 session/community
would like to volunteer for this special peer-led The Karp Family Foundation
telephone reassurance program, please call KeyBank
Amy Gold, MSW, 412-697-3528. Lamar Advertising
Cindy Goodman-Leib and Scott Leib
Carol Robinson and Jeffrey B. Markel
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