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Check Out the JCC of the Lehigh Valley for Spring Programs

March 28, 2022

Spring after school programs at the JCC of the Lehigh Valley are beginning soon, and registration is now open. Whether your child is interested in sports, art, or science, there's something for everyone! 


SPORTS

Running Club

  • Mondays | 3:30-4pm | Ages: 3-5
  • 4/11 - 5/16 (6 weeks)
  • Price: $90 | JCC Members: $75

”Run like the wind” with ECE Director, Miss Lisa. Lisa has been a distance runner for 46 years and had designed a 6-week running program for young children that will focus on a different type of run each week: from a 4 minute run to a track run and recovery run to hill repeats. Also incorporated into this program is stretching to music and a healthy snack at the end of each class. Contact: Lisa Yoskowitz (lyoskowitz@lvjcc.org) | REGISTER

Intro to Tee-Ball*

  • Tuesdays | 4:15-5pm | Ages: 4-6
  • 4/12 - 5/24 (7 weeks)
  • Price: $100 | JCC Members: $85

Play ball! Intro to Tee-Ball is designed to teach young baseball players the fundamentals of the game. Participants will learn how to catch, throw, and bat in a fun team atmosphere. The focus of this program is to have fun, meet new friends and play in a non-competitive environment. Contact: Andrew Yasenchak (ayasenchak@lvjcc.org) | REGISTER

 

Flag Football

  • Thursdays | 5-5:45pm | Ages: 6-9
  • 4/7 - 5/26 (7 weeks)
  • Price: $100 | JCC Members: $85

Flag Football is one of America’s most exciting sports and you can get your start here at the J, so huddle up‚ flag football is here! JCC flag football is a recreational program designed for players new to the sport of football as well as those not quite ready for tackle football. Participants will learn the fundamentals of football such as catching, throwing, passing routes and defense as well as teamwork and sportsmanship. Contact: Andrew Yasenchak (ayasenchak@lvjcc.org) | REGISTER

ARTS

Creative Movement

  • Thursdays | 3:30-4pm | Ages: 3-5
  • 4/14 - 5/19 (6 weeks)
  • Price: $90 | JCC Members: $75

It’s time for a dance break! This class is an upbeat way for boys and girls to explore movement through music and dance. Students will develop motor skills, rhythmic awareness, coordination, balance and self-expression in a fun and safe environment. Contact: Heather Lavin (hlavin@lvjcc.org) | REGISTER

Move and Groove*

  • Thursdays | 4:15-5pm | Ages: 5-8
  • 4/7 - 6/2 (8 weeks)
  • Price: $100 | JCC Members: $85

Kids will take living room dance parties to the next level after this class! It’s a fun movement class based on using musical activities and basic dance skills to build strength, flexibility, confidence, and body awareness. With no recitals or competitions, girls and boys can focus on physical activity, self-expression, and learning some cool moves. Contact: Heather Lavin (hlavin@lvjcc.org) | REGISTER

Private Music & Voice Lessons

  • Monday-Friday | 3-6pm | Ages: 5+
  • Lessons are 30 mins by appointment
  • Price per Lesson: $45 | JCC Members: $35
  • 12 Lesson Package: $540 | JCC Members: $420

Whether Jeff is teaching voice, guitar, piano, or beginner drums, his approach to music instruction does not stick to a rigid curriculum that uses a one-size-fits-all approach. Vocal students will learn proper technique through personalized instruction, fundamental singing exercises and expansion of vocal music repertoire. Contact Heather Lavin at 610-435-3571 or hlavin@lvjcc.org for availability before registering.

EDUCATIONAL

Brick Master Club*

  • Mondays | 4-5pm | Ages: 5-12
  • 4/4 - 5/23 (7 weeks)
  • Price: $130 | JCC Members: $110

Kids have access to tons of LEGO bricks to use their imaginations and build, build, build! As the weather improves we will take classes outdoors to enjoy the fresh air and inspiration of our environment. Contact: Heather Lavin (hlavin@lvjcc.org) | REGISTER

Candy Science

  • Wednesdays | 3-3:30pm | Ages: 3-5
  • 4/13 - 5/18 (6 weeks)
  • Price: $95 | JCC Members: $80

A fun and educational way to use candy (other than consuming it)! Children will do eye-popping experiments such as growing enormous gummy worms and sinking marshmallows while learning science-based information at the same time! Contact: Lisa Yoskowitz (lyoskowitz@lvjcc.org) | REGISTER

Chess Club*

  • Thursdays | 4:15-5pm | Ages: 5-12
  • 4/7 - 6/2 (8 weeks)
  • Price: $120 | JCC Members: $100

Learn everything you wanted to know and more about the game of kings, and join the ranks of thousands of young players across the world. Our lessons will cover the basics like how the pieces move and interact with each other, to more advanced tactics like identifying and countering an opponent's strategies and power moves guaranteed to improve your level of skill. Our experienced instructor will create a customized learning schedule for your child to ensure they learn a lot and come away with a greater sense of the importance of planning and critical thinking. Contact: Heather Lavin (hlavin@lvjcc.org) | REGISTER