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(330) 867-7850shawjcc.org
Aquatics
Recreation & Wellness
Early Childhood Enrichment
Camp JCC
Jewish Life
january & february
2016
Shaw jCCakron
&Family FUN Day!Open House
Sunday, January 10 | 12 PM-3 PM
Shaw JCC
Akron
Open House SAVINGS:
Shaw JCC of Akron | 750 White Pond Dr. | Akron, OH 44320 | (330) 867-7850
Shaw JCC
Early Childhood Education
Free of Charge & Open to the Community!
&Family FUN Day!
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Choose the Nutrition
or TRX Training
Challenges—or do both!
Starts jan. 11
Register by 12/31 and receive the discounted rate!open to the public
Sunday, Jan. 10
FREE!
Open House
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Baby & Me – american red crossSAtuRdAyS JAn 16–MARCh 5 9:45–10:15 AM undER AgE 3 M $30 / g $50 603.550
help your child develop basic swimming skills, practice water safety and enjoy songs and water play, while building a positive parent-child relationship.
Aqua Toddlers – american red crossSAtuRdAyS JAn 16–MARCh 5 9:45–10:15 AM AgE 3+ M $40 / g $60 603.000
this class builds confidence in the water through safe and independent exploration. your child will become comfortable in the water for the first time without mom and dad!
Level 1 – american red crossMon & WEd JAn 11–FEb 8 4:30–5:00 PM AgE 5+ M $40 / g $60 603.110
SAtuRdAyS JAn 16–MARCh 5 9:00–9:30 AM AgE 5+ M $40 / g $60 603.111
your child will receive the foundation for basic swimming skills: they will become comfortable in water, learn how to front crawl while assisted and how to kick and float on their own.
Level 2 – american red crossMon & WEd JAn 11–FEb 8 4:30–5:00 PM AgE 5+ M $40 / g $60 603.220
SAtuRdAyS JAn 16–MARCh 5 9:00–9:30 AM AgE 5+ M $40 / g $60 603.221
Expanding on their basic skills, your child will learn to paddle with their face in the water, float unassisted, and tread water.
Aquatics
Level 3 – american red crossMon & WEd JAn 11–FEb 8 5:00–5:45 PM AgE 5+ M $40 / g $60 603.330
SAtuRdAyS JAn 16–MARCh 5 10:30–11:15 AM AgE 5+ M $40 / g $60 603.331
building on the foundation learned in previous levels, your child will develop the skills to do the elementary backstroke, front and back crawl, and the butterfly kick.
Level 4/5 – american red cross Mon & WEd JAn 11–FEb 8 5:00–5:45 PM AgE 5+ M $40 / g $60 603.440
SAtuRdAyS JAn 16–MARCh 5 10:30–11:15 AM AgE 5+ M $40 / g $60 603.441
your child will refine their breaststroke, alternate breathing, and sidestroke, in addition to learning new skills.
Stingrays Swim Team (Winter Session) AgE 4–18 M $110* / g $140** 603.881 Mon/WEd JAn 9–MARCh 19 6:00–7:30 PM
tuE/thuR 4:30–6:00 PM
Children who have mastered level 4 of the American Red Cross swim lessons or an equivalent are welcome to come sign up and start the fun! *$85 per additional child / *$115 per additional child
ONgOiNg AduLTAquATiCS CLASSeS
Private Lessons Semi-Private Lessons(30 min, 1-on-1) (30 min, 1-on-2)
1 lesson M $15 / g $20 M $25 / g $355 lessons M $70 / g $80 M $115 / g $13010 lessons M $135 /g $155 M $225 / g $250
Pool ScheduleMONdAyS & WedNeSdAyS 5:30-9:00 AM Lap swim only9:00 AM–4:00 PM Lap and open swim7:30–8:30 PM Lap and open swim
TueSdAyS & ThuRSdAyS5:30–11:30 AM Lap swim only11:30 AM–4:30 PM Lap and open swim 6:30–8:30 PM Lap and open swim
FRidAyS5:30–9:00 AM Lap swim only9:00 AM–5:30 PM Lap and open swim
SATuRdAyS7:00 AM–9:00 AM Lap swim only11:15 AM–5:30 PM Lap and open swim
SuNdAyS7:00 AM–9:00 AM Lap swim only9:00 AM–5:30 PM Lap and open swim
Mild water exerciseMon, WEd, thuR 9:00–9:45 AM
Low to medium intensity level for people with arthritis, MS, or joint/muscle pain. Increase range of motion, strengthen muscles, and improve balance and coordination.
Aqua Fit tuESdAyS 5:45–6:45 PM
Medium to high intensity level workout offers a combination of moves in the shallow or deep water to build strength and endurance. (All levels)
Aqua BootcampSundAyS 9:00–10:00 AM thuRSdAyS 6:00–7:00 PM
this higher intensity class is designed to improve cardio conditioning, alternating with strength/balance and core training segments. (Intermediate-Advanced)
Personal coaching (for children ages 10+ and adults of all ages)
Member: $40 per hour guest: $60 per hour
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MondAy tuESdAy WEdnESdAy thuRSdAy FRIdAy SAtuRdAySpinning ™ 6–6:45 am
hIIt6–6:45 am
Spinning™6–6:45 am
Spinning™ 6–6:45 am
Power yoga8–9:15 am
Pilates8:15–9:15 am
yoga8:30–9:30 am
Adv. Pilates 8:15–9:15 am
Mild WaterMovement 9–9:45 am
tnt 8:15–9 am
Mild WaterMovement9–9:45 am
tnt8:15–9 am
Jazzercise™*9:15–10:15 am
Jazzercise™*9:15–10:15 am
Jazzercise™* 9:15–10:15 am
Jazzercise™*9:15–10:15 am
Jazzercise™*9:15–10:15 am
Step & Sculpt 9:30–10:30 am
bootcamp 9:30–10:30 am
bootcamp 9:30–10:30 am
Step & Sculpt 9:30–10:30 am
Power yoga9:30–10:30 am
Spinning™ 9:30–10:30 am
Spinning™ 9:30–10:30 am
60 and betterAerobics10–11 am
60 and better Strength training9:45–10:30 am
60 and better Aerobics10–11 am
60 and better Strength training9:45–10:30 am
60 and betterAerobics10–11 am
barre basics10:30–11:15 am
turbo Kick™ 10:30–11:15 am
tnt 10:30–11:15 am
turbo Kick™ 10:30–11:15 am
barre basics 10:30–11:15am
Adv. Pilates5:30–6:30 pm
tnt 5:30–6:30 pm
Pilates/yoga Fusion5:30–6:30 pm
tnt5:30–6:30 pm
bootcamp 5:30–6:30 pm
Aqua Fit 5:45–6:45 pm
bootcamp5:30–6:30 pm
Aqua bootcamp6–7 pm
Spinning™6:15–7:15 pm
Pilates6–7 pm
Spinning™ 6:15–7:15 pm
Power yoga6:30–7:30 pm
yoga6:30–7:30 pm
Zumba™6:30–7:30 pm
Zumba™6:30–7:30 pm
Zumba™6:30–7:30 pm
SundAySpinning™8:30–9:30 am
tnt9:30–10:30 am
Aqua bootcamp 9–10 am
Spinning Room Studio
Area 2 gym
Pool Auditorium
group exercise Schedule
youth BasketballSundAyS
JAn 10–FEb 28
M $50 / g $70
Future Kids Martial ArtsMondAyS ongoIng 4:15–4:45 PM AgE 4–6 $32/Mo. FoR MEMbERS & guEStS
this beginner martial arts class will build your child physically, emotionally, socially and intellectually. Contact Karen boyer at 330-622-2614 or [email protected] for more info and to register.
Tiger Kids Martial ArtsMondAyS ongoIng 4:15–5:20 PM AgE 7–12 $65/Mo. FoR MEMbERS & guEStS
Students will learn Wing Chun Kung Fu, developing motor skills and the ability to positively defend themselves. Contact Adam boyer at 330-622-2613 or [email protected] for more info and to register.
Junior TennisthuRSdAyS JAn 14–FEb 18 4:30–5:30 PM AgE 6–10 M $30 / g $40
give your child an early start to learn some basic skills in tennis. Age appropriate racquets will be used, with a low net and low bounce balls. basics in forehand, volley and scoring will be introduced.
Men’s BasketballSundAy JAn 10–MAR 27 8:30–11:30 AM AgE 30+ M $100 / g $135
Enjoy energetic “guy time” for fun and healthy competition. this league is played 4-on-4 using the side baskets. Every player will receive a JCC basketball jersey.
Adult Self defensetuESdAyS ongoIng 7:30–8:30 PM AgE 16+ M- FREE / g- $10 PER CLASS
SundAyS ongoIng 3:00–5:00 PM AgE 16+ M-FREE / g- $10 PER CLASS
An eclectic martial arts program, taught by a 4th degree black belt and 30-year veteran of combat sports. develop skill in punching, kicking, wrestling, joint locking and stick fighting. A custom instruction program is created for each participant. Contact Mark Juszczec at 330-606-8979 to register.
Recreation & Wellness
AgE 4–5 1:00–2:00 PM
AgE 6–7 2:00–3:00 PM
AgE 8–9 3:00–4:00 PM
AgE 10–11 4:00–5:00 PM
your child will develop team work and sportsmanship, while enhancing basketball skills. Coach Rick davis, with parent volunteer coaches, leads this program that evolves from skill-building through specific drills to weekly games.
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30-day challenge
$45 $35 (by Dec. 31)
help put an end to unhealthy cravings and habits,
restore a healthy metabolism, heal your digestive
tract, and control weight.
$80/eight sessions
A certified personal trainer will challenge you and
seven workout partners in this results-driven,
individualized program, using tRX in each session.
Nutrition Challenge TRX Training Challenge
Shaw jCC
Challenges start Jan. 11. non-members welcome to participate
but $25 registration fee applies
Both for $99 (by dec. 31)
Questions? Call Marcy gabel, Fitness Coordinator at 330-835-0058 Shaw JCC of akron • 750 white Pond dr.
* Paid class
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Our Morning Out tuESdAyS JAn 5–26 9:30–10:15 AM 18 Mo.–2 ½ M $40 / g $50 401.001
It’s a jungle out there! using puppets, stories, songs, fingerplays, and crafts, learn about animals in a fun setting with your caregiver. Snack included.
FRIdAyS JAn 22–FEb 26 9:45–10:15 AM AgE 1–3 FREE 401.002
Come and play on a large obstacle course, balls, hula hoops and a musical activity area is open for exploration. Attend first day and receive a guest pass to bring a friend the next week!
Mad ScientiststuESdAyS* JAn 5–26 1:00–2:00 PM AgE 3–5 M $40/ g $50 401.223
Focusing on physical science, our budding scientists will hypothesize, investigate, and experiment using simple chemicals and observing their interactions, or light, sound, and motion. *Note new day
Fabulous Winter hiking and explorationWEdnESdAyS JAn 6–27 1:00–2:00 PM AgE 3–5 M $40 / g $50 401.004
hike and follow deer tracks through the woods, build a snowman, paint in the snow, and more as we trek through our grounds and enjoy some hot chocolate and a snack!
Someone’s in the kitchen w/ CherylthuRSdAyS JAn 7–28 1:00–2:00 PM AgE 3–5 M $40 / g $50 401.224
our very own “Queen of Salsa” will “whisk” Junior Chefs away on culinary adventures as they learn how to use kitchen tools and create delicious and healthy snacks.
And Sew On…FRIdAyS JAn 8–29 1:00–2:00 PM AgE PRE-K M $40 / g $50 401.005
Class participants will design and create a wall hanging for our school using a variety of sewing techniques from applique, embroidery, to machine stitching.
early Childhood enrichment
Time to TumbleMondAyS JAn 18–FEb 22 1:00–1:45 PM AgE 2.5–5 M $45 / g $60 401.042
this beginner tumbling class will introduce your child to the basics of gymnastics. he/she will develop coordination using the uneven low bar, balance beams, vaulting mats, and other equipment.
Winter WorkoutFRIdAyS JAn 22–FEb 26 1:00–1:45 PM AgE 3–5 M $45 / g $60 401.043
this class will introduce children to the sports of basketball, floor hockey and tennis. basic skills will be taught, along with some game time play to learn scoring and rules of the games.
Winter Tennis Time WEdnESdAyS FEb 3–24 1:00–1:45 PM AgE 3–5 M $30 / g $40 401.006
give your child an early start to learn some basic skills in tennis. Age-appropriate racquets will be used, with a low net and low bounce balls. basics in forehand, volley and scoring will be introduced.
youth Basketball & Martial Arts for kids age 4+
Kindergarten Quandry
When will your Child
be Ready for Kindergarten?
Wednesday, Jan. 13, at 6 pm the Lippman School • 750 white Pond drive
david Steinweg, Ph.d., will lead a panel discussion for parents of children ages 3-6. Complimentary babysitting. Free admission.
RSVP required. RSVP at www.thelippmanschool.org, or call 330-836-0419.
FiRST ANNuALWinter Bash
as The Lippman School and the Mandel early Childhood education
center at the Shaw jCC partner to grow our future together!
Saturday, January 237:00-10:00 pm
Schultz Campus for jewish Life750 White pond Drive
strolling dinner & cash bar • silent & chance auctions
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Mandel Early Childhood Education
Shaw JCC of Akron | 750 White Pond Dr. | Akron, OH 44320 | (330) 867-7850 SAVINGS!
for grades K–8
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BridgeMondAyS ongoIng 11:00 AM–2:00 PM AduLtS oPEn to ALL - no RSVP
no matter what level of play, join us for bridge. no instruction is provided.
Retired Men’s grouptuESdAyS 2nd & 4th tuES. 9:30–11:30 AM AduLtS oPEn to ALL MEn - no RSVP
Join the Men’s group for open discussion on the 2nd and 4th tuesdays of the month. Come for fellowship and conversation.
Mah JonggthuRSdAyS ongoIng 1:00–4:00 PM AgE 16+ oPEn to ALL - no RSVP
Join us for Mah Jongg. All players welcomed! no instruction is provided.
Lunch BunchtuESdAy 2nd tuESdAyS 11:30 AM AduLtS RSVP
Jan. 12 Meet at Sweet Pea CaféFeb. 9 Meet at Akron Family Restaurant
Be’Tay Avon CafétuESdAy 3Rd tuESdAyS 11:30 AM AduLtS RSVP; PAy AS you CAn
Jan. 19 Meet our new shlichim Feb. 16 Musical Recital
Movie at the JWEdnESdAy 3Rd tuESdAyS 12:30 PM AgE 16+ FREE & oPEn to CoMMunIty
Jan. 20 Spy – starring Melissa McCarthy Feb.17 Selma
Restaurant ReviewthuRSdAy 4th thuRSdAyS 5:30 PM AduLtS RSVP; dInnER on oWn
Jan. 28 Meet at Cafe bricco at doubletreeFeb. 25 Meet at tito’s Mexican grill
Adults & Jewish Life
once a month join us as we eat at different locally owned, Akron-area restaurants. RSVP to [email protected]
Join the fun, fellowship and conversation at the once-a-month old-Style Jewish deli. RSVP to [email protected]
Enjoy a current, first run movie in the quiet of the Shaw JCC plus free popcorn! Closed captions provided.Community shabbat dinner
Friday, Feb. 5 • 5:30 pm • at anshe sfard
Sponsored by the Shaw JCC with Anshe Sfard, beth El Congregation, and temple Israelunderwritten by the Jewish Community board of Akron
Shlichim Program: “Last Chance High”thuRSdAy JAnuARy 21 7:00–9:00 PM AgES 16+ FREE & oPEn to CoMMunIty
See a year at a high school in Ramle, where students who the educational system in Israel has given up on get another chance. the movie will be followed by discussion and a Skype call with hili truper, an educator from Israel. Refreshments will be served!
Shlichim Program: Entrepreneurial PaneltuESdAy FEbRuARy 16 6:00 PM AgES 16+ FREE & oPEn to CoMMunIty
Akron & Israel – An Innovation Story. A panel with Eran Arden (CEo of Israeli start-up timocco, now based in Akron).
Jewish heritage Night at Canton Charge gameSundAy FEbRuARy 28 3:00 PM ALL AgES tICKEtS tbA
Jewish heritage night at the Canton Civic Center. Join our neighboring Jewish community in Canton! We’ll watch the basketball game and enjoy a Jewish heritage fair before the game and during half-time!
guest Speaker Rabbi david nesenoff on “A Funny thing happened to me on the Way to the White house” Early bird by Jan. 27 — adults $18, children (5-13) $12 After Jan.27 — adults $25, children $15. Children under age 5 are free.
It’s dinner time! Enjoy food and conversation with us. RSVP to [email protected]
center hoursFacility hours:
Monday–Thursday 5 am–9 pm friday 5 am–6 pm
Saturday & Sunday 7 am–6 pm
business hours: Monday–Thursday 8 am–7:30 pm friday 8 am–6 pm
babysitting hoursMonday-Thursday 9 am–11:30 am
5:30 pm–7:30 pm friday 9 am–11:30 am
Sunday 8:30 am–12:30 pm
holiday hours neW year’S Day: friday january 1, 2016 facilities are Open 8 am–1 pm
Business office is closed
750 White Pond driveAkron, oh 44320
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