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[email protected] winter Program Guide 1 GENERAL INTEREST TABLE OF The JCA Program Guide and CONTENTS Guest Policy Alliance News are published 10 times a Members may bring only two guests at a time (except for families bringing families) year (monthly except July and August) by the with no more than three visits in a calendar year. Guests must be accompanied by 3 Shalom a member in good standing. Children who are guests must have an adult present Jewish Community Alliance to sign a waiver and be chaperoned by an adult if under 10. All guest passes must 8505 San Jose Boulevard be purchased at the Reception Desk. Saturday guest passes must be purchased in 4 J Institute Jacksonville, FL 32217 advance. All guests must have guest passes. All visitors must present a photo ID. $ $ For additional program information, Guest Pass Fee: Adults: 8 each visit Children/Teens (5 - 18): 4 each visit Jewish and 9 Family please contact the JCA at: Mandatory Swim Assessments Programs All children 12 and under must complete a 25-yard swim (without touching the (904) 730-2100 P • (904) 730-2444 F bottom of the pool, grabbing the lane rope, floating on their back or requiring Early jcajax.org • [email protected] assistance) on their front (freestyle, breaststroke, etc.) and tread water for 45 10 Childhood facebook.com/jcajax seconds. If they pass the test, they are permitted to swim without flotation and receive a yellow neck band. Swimmers who do not complete the test will Brent Trager ...... Board Chair Theatre receive a red neck band and be required to wear a life jacket, have a parent/ 11 Adam Chaskin...... Chief Executive Officer guardian in the water within arm’s reach or choose not to swim. The JCA will supply Iman Byfield. . . . .Communications Director neckbands to each child, which are to be kept and brought to the pool each time Youth Lee Lemay...... Graphic Designer to swim. Replacement bands are available for $5 each. 12 Services Unsupervised Children 14 Development The following policies ensure the safety of all JCA members: Locker Room Hours • Children 9 years old and under must be under direct supervision (in sight Wellness Sun/Sat 6 pm | Mon - Thur 9:30 pm | Fri 5 pm and within close proximity) by an adult while at the JCA. Children must be 16 Connexion Locker rooms will promptly close. Please complete your brought to and picked up from class, babysitting or childcare by an adult. use of the facility 15 minutes before closing to allow All members age 10 and over entering the JCA must present a membership card. Fitness and enough time for locker room use. • Children age 10 and up may be unaccompanied by an adult in the JCA except for 18 Wellness the fitness area where children must be 13 years old to enter. The lobby area, Locker Room Policy Adults with children under 3 hallways, other rooms and the courtyard in the JCA are not appropriate spaces. Sports and years old are welcome to use the adult locker rooms. The JCA cannot be held responsible for members age 10 and over attending the 22 Recreation Children ages 3 to 15 must use the boys’ or girls’ locker JCA and not enrolled in an organized activity. In addition, children age 10 and room. (Parents may accompany children in same sex up are expected to behave in a mature manner when in the building without 24 Aquatics children’s locker rooms.) Lockers are available for rental parental supervision. Behavior that is disruptive and/or harmful to themselves at $120 a year. or others may result in the suspension of independent privileges.
Tennis Towel Policy Towels are limited to one bath and one Food Policy 26 JCA is a kosher facility. Therefore no deliveries of food of any kind for members hand towel per member, per visit. This enables us to from take-out restaurants will be accepted. Food brought into the building preserve energy, conserve water and use fewer chemicals 27 Tributes from home, outside of a JCA program or preschool, must be consumed in either (phosphorus) in our agency. This service is free of charge the courtyard or the outdoor pool area. Thank you for your cooperation. for JCA members only. Towels are available at the Courtesy Desk when you enter the P.E. area. Please leave used towels in Fire Alarm Policy bins in the locker rooms and hallways after use. For your safety and welfare, you must evacuate the building when the fire alarm sounds. You will be notified by JCA personnel when it is safe to return to the Kid Kare (babysitting) (904) 730-2100 ext. 325 facility. Thank you for your understanding and support. • Parent must be on site at JCA for duration of Kid Kare stay. Cancellation/Expiration Policy for Personal Training, • Parent must sign child in and out with a photo ID and JCA membership card. Private Tennis and Swim Instruction • Kid Kare service is for a maximum of two hours. All participants registered for private tennis, swim or personal training sessions • Child must be clean and in good health. Parents must notify staff of any allergies or must give at least a 24-hour notice of cancellation for already scheduled medical conditions. Children displaying symptoms of illness wil not be accepted. sessions. Failure to properly cancel will result in a charge for that session at the established fee. All personal training sessions, private tennis lessons and private • The staff is not responsible for hand feeding children. (This does not include infants swim lessons will expire six months from the date of purchase. Fees paid for requiring a bottle.) (expired) sessions/lessons are non-refundable and non-transferable. • Kid Kare service is available for healthy JCA family members only, ages 3 months to 9 years old. In the event a child needs additional attention (excessive misbehavior, Class Payment, Refund and Cancellation Policy crying), the parent will be notified immediately to retrieve the child from the program. • All class and program fees must be paid before the beginning of the class. • Items needed by the child will be provided by the parent, such as age-appropriate For one-time programs or classes, no refunds will be granted. snacks (no popcorn or nuts), drinks, diapers, wipes, etc. • 50% refund after first class; 25% refund after second class; no refund after third class (excludes childcare tuition and summer camp programs). Kid Kare maintains a 1:7 ratio of babysitters to children. This program is walk-in only, first come, first served. • Refund policies apply to all private training and lessons. • The JCA reserves the right to cancel programs/classes not meeting the Day/Time: Sun 8:30 am – 1:15 pm | Mon - Thur 8:30 - 11:45 am and 4:30 – 8:30 pm minimum required enrollment for circumstances beyond our control. Fri 8:30 - 11:45 am | No Kid Kare service on Sat Fees: Free for JCA family membships only
JCA Member Code of Conduct The JCA is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all members and guests. To promote safety and comfort for all, we ask individuals to act appropriately at all times when they are in our facility or participating in our programs. We expect persons using the JCA to behave in a considerate and responsible way and to respect the rights and dignity of other members, guests and staff. Our Code of Conduct outlines actions that are deemed inappropriate. These include but are not limited to: inappropriate attire–appropriate attire in keeping with the values of the JCA must be worn at all times; angry or vulgar language, including swearing, name-calling or shouting; physical contact with another person in any angry or threatening way; any demonstration of sexual activity or sexual contact with another person; harassment or intimidation by words, gestures, body language or any menacing behavior; theft or behavior that results in the destruction of property; carrying or concealing any weapons or devices or objects that may be used as weapons with the exception of law enforcement professionals; using or possessing illegal chemicals (drugs) on JCA property, in JCA vehicles or at JCA sponsored programs; using or possessing alcohol on JCA property, in JCA vehicles or at unsanctioned JCA sponsored programs; any other conduct of an inappropriate, threatening or offensive nature. Loitering is not permitted in or outside the JCA. Use of all tobacco products, smoking (including e-cigarettes) is not permitted in or outside the JCA. The JCA and its property is a smoke- free/tobacco-free environment. The JCA is dedicated to the enhancement of Jewish identity and the continuity of Jewish life. A person or persons’ act of proselytizing or teaching of non-Jewish principles in an attempt to convert members or guests is prohibited, and persons engaging in proselytizing will be required to leave the building and grounds. In addition, the JCA reserves the right to deny access or membership to the following persons: registered sex offenders; those accused/convicted of sexual abuse crimes; those accused/convicted of crimes relating to the sale/use/possession/transportation of narcotics, habit forming, and/or dangerous drugs; those excessively or continuously using intoxicating beverages, narcotics, or dangerous drugs. The JCA maintains a no tolerance policy concerning all of the above. Members and guests are encouraged to be responsible for their personal comfort and safety and to ask any person whose behavior threatens their comfort to refrain from that behavior. If a member or guest feels uncomfortable in confronting the person directly, they should report the behavior to a staff person or the Manager on Duty. Good personal hygiene, including the appropriate use of deodorant, is expected as a consideration to other members. JCA staff members are eager to be of assistance. Members and guests should not hesitate to notify a staff member if assistance is needed. In order to be able to carry out these policies, we ask that members and guests identify themselves to staff when asked. The Executive Team will investigate all reported incidents. Suspension or termination of JCA membership privileges may result from a determination by the Executive Team if in their discretion a violation of the JCA Member Code of Conduct has occurred. 2 January 1 - March 31, 2020 JCAJAX.ORG SHALOM
Shalom! BOARD OF TRUSTEES Our 2019 Discover Culture Jewish Literary, brent Executive Committee Film and Arts Festival was a huge success. trager Festival chair Sherrie Saag, along with 730 - 2100 ext. 276 David A. Stein, Honorary Chair many volunteers and staff, worked very Brent Trager, Chair hard to bring Jewish cultural events to Jacksonville which were both educational and Rochelle Stoddard, Vice Chair enlightening. It is a delight to see how our community embraced this work through Debbie Parker, Vice Chair Nicole Brown, Secretary strong attendance and generous donations which allowed these events to remain Sam Stromberg, Treasurer free to the entire community. Rebekah Selevan, Asst. Secretary/Treasurer Please mark your calendar for February 15 for our annual fundraiser event, themed Trustees “A Night in New Orleans,” and buy your tickets early. In addition to buying tickets, Benjamin Becker there are plenty of opportunities for sponsorships. For more information about Mary Edwards • Sunny Gettinger opportunities to support the JCA, please contact JCA Director of Development Michael Miller • Morgan Orender Lior Spring at [email protected]. Edrea Porter • Andrea Price Nancy Rothstein • Sherrie Saag Because of your support and the support of our fantastic staff and volunteers, the Deborah Shapiro • Michael Solloway JCA is such a strong and vibrant part of this special Jewish community. It is an honor Lane Teitelbaum • Mitchell Terk and a privilege to serve as the board chair of the Jewish Community Alliance. Jeffrey Wiener Sincerely, Past Chairs David A. Stein • Lois Chepenik Bruce Warschoff • Mark Green Howard I. Korman • Irene Jaffa Brent Trager Ernest N. Brodsky • Stephen M. Goldman Board Chair Kenneth B. Jacobs • Steve Sherman David C. Miller • Nancy B. Perlman Jan G. Lipsky • Adam Frisch Allison Korman Shelton Life Board Members Mickey Block* • Lawrence DuBow Melvin Gottlieb • Howard I. Korman Jeffrey Parker • William F. Rein Joseph P. Safer* • David A. Stein REGISTER NOW! *Of Blessed Memory Limited spaces still available JCA DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS
CEO...... Adam Chaskin, ext. 272 Asst. Exec. Director...... Nancy Green, ext. 247 Finance...... Melissa Meyenberg, ext. 224 Administration...... Pam Tavill, ext. 225 For more information, call 904-730-2100 ext. 235 or visit jcajax.org/ece. Communications...... Iman Byfield, ext. 223 Development...... Lior Spring, ext. 318 JCA BUILDING HOURS Early Childhood...... Theresa Levy, ext. 237 Facilities Mgmt...... Cal Barker, ext. 238 Sun...... 8 am – 6 pm Fri...... 5:30 am – 5 pm Fam. & Jwsh. Pgrms...... Dave Flagler, ext. 271 Mon – Thur. . . 5:30 am – 9:30 pm Sat ...... 1 – 6 pm Fitness & Wellness...... Eiffel Gilyana, ext. 324 Membership...... Chris Turner, ext. 257 JCA HOLIDAY HOURS Sports & Rec...... Rio Robinson, ext. 250 New Year’s Day Theatre...... Shelly Hughes, ext. 252 Wednesday, Jan 1. .8 am – 2 pm Youth Services...... Amanda Collins, ext. 245
Proselytization The JCA is dedicated to the enhancement of Jewish identity and the continuity of Jewish life. A person or persons’ act of proselytizing or teaching of non- Jewish principles in an attempt to convert members or guests is prohibited, and persons engaging in proselytizing will be required to leave the building and grounds. Affiliated with the Jewish Federation of Jacksonville, United Way of Northeast Florida and the Jewish Community Centers Association of North America. A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION FOR JEWISH COMMUNITY ALLIANCE, INC., A FLORIDA-BASED NONPROFIT CORPORATION (REGISTRATION NO. CH202), MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE OR VISITING THEIR WEBSITE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. DCF License #: C04DU0213 [email protected] winter Program Guide 3 J INSTITUTE • EXPLORE Beaches Museum Heather FOR DETAILS, CONTACT Tour and Lunch Terrill Heather at ext. 265 J Institute Program Manager Our First Coast shores enjoy a deep and diverse heritage. Travel to the 730 - 2100 ext. 265 Laura at ext. 239 past and get to know the people and Dave at ext. 271 events that shaped our area at the Price Library of Judaica Beaches Museum. Dutch treat lunch. Tour and Lunch Courthouse Tour and Lunch Transportation included. Tues, Mar 3 | 9 am Join us at the University of Florida, Explore the inner workings of the $23 | Valued Member $15 Gainesville for a talk with curator Duval County Courthouse on this tour Dr. Rebecca Jefferson and a personal that covers everything from the Jury 1920 JIBEACHESTOUR tour of the Price Library and Assembly Room to JSO’s facilities. Dutch Historic Merrill House Judaica Suite. Dutch treat lunch. treat lunch. Transportation included. Transportation included. Registration Wed, Feb 5 | 8:45 am - 2 pm Tour and Lunch Take a walk through history in this required by January 10. $23 | Valued Member $15 best kept example of 19th century Sun, Jan 12 | 9 am – 3 pm 1920 JICOURTHOUSE Queen Anne-Eastlake Victorian $23 | Valued Member $15 Mayo Simulation Center architecture, the only of its kind in 20WIN JIJUDAICATOUR Northeast Florida. Dutch treat lunch. Tour and Lunch Air Traffic Control Transportation included. See this multidisciplinary simulation Wed, Mar 25 | 8:45 am - 1:30 pm Tour and Lunch training space where Mayo physicians $23 | Valued Member $15 Discover how weather and air traffic and other healthcare professionals 1920 JIMERRILLTOUR affect air travel at the FAA Jacksonville practice their skills. Dutch treat lunch. Air Traffic Control Center. Dutch treat Transportation included. lunch. Transportation included. Thur, Feb 13 | 9:15 am – 1:30 pm Registration required by January 2. $23 | Valued Member $15 Fri, Jan 17 | 8:30 am – 2:30 pm 1920 JIMAYOTOUR $24 | Valued Member $16 1920 JIAIRCONTROLTOUR Bold Bean Coffee Roasting Demo and Lunch Savoring San Marco Visit Bold Bean headquarters to learn Food Tour everything about coffee “from seed to Eco Relics Tour and Lunch Enjoy a casual 1.7 mile guided stroll cup.” Enjoy a coffee tasting, roasting Learn unknown facts about Eco Relic’s through Historic San Marco with Taste demo and receive a 12oz bag of Bold quirky items and visit the custom of Jacksonville Food Tours. Learn Bean coffee to take home. Dutch wood shop where craftsmen build about the area’s history and try 5-6 treat lunch. Transportation included. things from repurposed items. Dutch local restaurants. Transportation Registration required by January 19. treat lunch. Transportation included. provided. Registration required by Mon, Feb 3 | 9 am - 1 pm Advance registration required. March 12. $ $ 53 | Valued Member 35 Mon, Mar 2 | 9 am - 12:30 pm Fri, Mar 27 | 10:30 am - 2:30 pm 1920 JICOFFEEDEMO $15 | Valued Member $10 $90 | Valued Member $60 1920 JIECORELICS 1920 JIFOODTOUR
J INSTITUTE • SOCIALIZE Let’s Do Lunch Fruits of the Vine and Wine Fun and Games Meet us at local favorites for our of the Land Games are open and limited to three monthly lunch outing. Dutch treat. Celebrate Tu B’Shevat with Israeli tables per week. Sign up your group Tues | Noon wine and dried fruits. Learn about in advance. Jan 14 One Night Taco Stand this holiday and agriculture in Israel. Fri | 11 am – 2 pm Feb 11 Southern Grounds, San Marco Advance registration required. Free for valued members only Mar 10 Taverna Wed, Feb 5 | 7 - 8:30 pm 1920 JIRUMMYQ $ $ $5 | Free for valued members 15 | Valued Member 10 1920 JILUNCH*** 1920 JIFRUITSANDWINE
4 January 1 - March 31, 2020 JCAJAX.ORG Traveling Diner Dinner Club Mah Jongg Party at the J Ladies Night Out Delight your taste buds and enjoy Sandy Oasis is calling all players to join Get your Brewery Passports stamped great company as we experience us for mocktails, lunch and Mah Jongg! as we discover local breweries to a world of flavor in Jacksonville’s Be prepared for fun, games and prizes. earn a koozie, t-shirt and secret prize best ethnic restaurants. We’ll meet Register tables of 4 - 5 by February 10. from Visit Jacksonville! We’ll start seasonally at a restaurant to explore Thur, Feb 20 | 11:30 am with Ladies Night at Wicked Barley the food and culture of the chosen $25 | Valued Member $18 Brewery. Come out and meet us there! cuisine. Dutch treat. 1920 JIMAHJONGGPARTY Advance registration appreciated and Tues, Feb 18 | 6 pm to receive a passport. $5 | Free for valued members Thur, Mar 5 | 6 - 8 pm 1920 JIDINNERFEB $5 | Free for valued members 1920 JINIGHTOUT
J INSTITUTE • LEARN Importance of Trees in the City NEFL Sierra Club board member Lisa Williams explains how large native trees offer big payoff in beauty and climate mitigation. Advance Mike Hogan, Duval County supervisor registration appreciated. of elections, will hold a community Fri, Jan 17 | 12 - 1:30 pm forum for JCA members, family and $5 | Free for valued members friends to inform voters about the Mah Jongg for Beginners 1920 JICITYTREES three upcoming elections in 2020. Sandy Oasis instructs this class that Among the topics are election dates, teaches the basics of the game and election process security, changes in gets you ready to play with friends. A Backyard Habitats state election laws made by FL state 2019 National Mah Jongg League card The number of endangered species legislature, voter registration options, is required and can be ordered online. is increasing, but we can help. Join voters with disabilities and voting by Registration required; limit eight. Lisa Williams, NEFL Sierra Club board mail. Advance registration appreciated. Wed | 12 - 2:30 pm | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 member, to explore Florida-friendly practices we can employ to help make Thur, Dec 19 | 7 pm $38 | Valued Member $25 a difference for wildlife. Advance Free to the community 1920 JIMAHJONGGJAN registration appreciated. 1920 JIVOTE Fri, Jan 24 | 12 - 1:30 pm $5 | Free for valued members 1920 JIBACKYARD Permaculture 101 NativeJax owner Joshua Rosenberg explains basic theories and ethics of permaculture design. Learn about soil regeneration, water catchment and storage and design layout. Bring a The U.S. and Iran: A Dangerous survey or aerial photo of your property Game of Chicken for specific advice.Advance registration Hebrew 101 Co-sponsored by AIPAC, this panel appreciated. Join Harvey Leven and learn to read discussion explores the current Mon, Feb 10 | 6 - 8 pm the Hebrew alphabet and some situation in Iran with regard to $15 | Valued Member $10 modern conversational Hebrew. external affairs and how policies 1920 JIPERMACULTURE For beginners and those who want are being formed through lobbying to brush up; includes two books. and legislative initiatives. Featured Rabbis in the Round Registration required by December 26. panelists include Behnam Ben Taleblu, Rabbis Fisch, Lubliner and Bahar 12- week Mon | 6 - 7 pm senior fellow at the Foundation for will lead another thought-provoking Jan 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, Defense of Democracies. discussion. Topic TBA. Mar 2, 16, 23, 30 Thur, Jan 16 | 7 - 8:30 pm Thur, Feb 20 | 7 - 8:30 pm $150 | Valued Member $100 Free to the community Free to the community 1920 JIHEBREW101 1920 JIDANGEROUSGAME 1920 JIRABBIS2 [email protected] winter Program Guide 5 Protecting Property Investments Discover Israel Film: When Heroes Fly Learn why title insurance is important and how to avoid issues See this acclaimed Israeli television series about the with unforeseen liens. For anyone with an interest in home bonds between IDF soldiers and the silent horrors of PTSD ownership, including realtors, homeowners, property investors and other mental health issues. A discussion will follow and first-time buyers.Advance registration appreciated. led by Shaliach Rotem Gabay and mental health advocates Wed, Feb 19 | 9:30 - 10:30 am or 6 - 7 pm from our community. $5 | Free for valued members | 1920 JIINVESTMENTS* Wed, Mar 11 | 7 pm Free to the community | 1920 JIHEROES Smart Driver Course Pack a brown bag dairy lunch (no meat please) and join Antisemitism: New Unease an AARP trained instructor in this class for licensed drivers in Europe and the U.S. 50+. Learn to drive defensively and adjust to vision changes, Günther Jikeli, the Erna B. Rosenfeld Professorship hearing loss and more. Attendance may qualify you for a at the Institute for the Study of Contemporary discount on your insurance. Antisemitism/Borns Jewish Studies Program at Indiana Tues, Feb 18 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm University, explains the resurgence of antisemitism $20 | AARP Member $15 (Make checks payable to AARP.) in Europe and the U.S. This program is made possible through the Dr. Larry and Kathy Kanter Fund for Jewish Pennies Canasta for Beginners Preservation. Registration required by March 13. Here is your chance to learn a very fun version of Canasta Tues, Mar 17 | 7 - 8:30 pm with instructor Sandy Oasis. Pennies uses three decks Free to the community | 1920 JIANTISEMITISM of cards and moves fast. Plan to stay the entire lesson. Registration required by March 3; limit eight. Wed | 12 - 2:30 pm | Mar 4, 11, 18, 25 $23 | Valued Member $15 | 1920 JICANASTA
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Sit & Get Fit Join us daily to get fit while making new friends. Mon – Fri | 10:45 – 11:30am | Free for valued members only CBD Oil Join Delilah Wilson, owner of Your CBD Store, to learn about the benefits of CBD oil and using these products What is Ayurveda? to treat pain and ailments and improve your overall Understanding Your Doshas well-being. Advance registration appreciated. Ayurveda embraces the idea of balancing the mind Tues, Jan 21 | 6 - 7:30 pm and body through holistic practices developed over $10 | Valued Member $7 | 1920 JICBDOIL 5,000 years ago. Dr. Jyoti Vohra, of Ayurvedic Center of Health and Healing, introduces the Ayurveda Being Human: A Challenging and Wild Ride lifestyle, diet, detoxification and self-care.Advance registration appreciated. Therapist and life coach Julianna Jaffe provides tools to bring mindfulness to your thoughts, feelings and actions Thur, Feb 20 | 6 - 7:30 pm $ for a more peaceful, happy and enlivened life. Advance 5 | Free for valued members registration required. 1920 JIAYURVEDADOSHAS Tues | 10 am - 12 pm | Feb 4, 18, Mar 3, 17, 31 $ $ Ayurveda: Creating a Healthy 150 | Valued Member 100 | 1920 JIBEINGHUMAN Dinacharya Walking Club Join Dr. Jyoti Vohra, of Ayurvedic Center of Health and Healing, to discover daily routines to regulate sleep, aid Become a member of one of the fastest growing groups at in digestion, absorption and assimilation of food and the JCA. You can find walkers on the track, on treadmills protect your senses’ environmental stressors. Advance and in the gymnasium. Keep track of your progress and registration appreciated. receive awards from the JCA when a goal is achieved. Come join us! It’s fun, educational, healthy and FREE. Thur, Mar 12 | 6 - 7:30 pm $ Free for valued members only | 1920 JIWALKINGCLUB 5 | Free for valued members 1920 JIAYURVEDAROUTINE
For more wellness programs, see pages 16 - 21.
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Call to Artists (Age 18+) We are accepting submissions from Jewish artists in any medium to display their work during the EXTENSION EVENTS JCA Annual Cultural Arts Festival in November 2020. A maximum of three MICHAEL F. ROIZEN, MD pieces may be entered. The deadline WHAT TO EAT WHEN to submit is September 15, 2020. No diets here! Acclaimed internist Michael F. Roizen reveals how to use food to prevent disease, increase longevity and enhance our daily lives. Roizen is the chief wellness officer Let’s Face It: at the Cleveland Clinic, chief medical consultant on The Dr. Portrait Drawing Oz Show and author of four #1 New York Times best-selling books. Advance registration appreciated. In this exciting class, learn to read and interpret facial expressions by drawing Tues, Jan 28 | 7 pm children’s faces, family members and Free to the community a self-portrait. See supply list at 1920 JIEATWHEN jcajax.org/ji. Thur | 6 - 8 pm MARRA B. GAD Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13 20, 27 THE COLOR OF LOVE $204 | Valued Member $136 Gad is a mixed-race Jewish woman who helps care for 1920 JIPORTRAITDRAWING her racist aunt. A story about what you inherit from your family—identity, disease, melanin, hate and, most Portrait Painting powerful of all, love. Gad is an independent film and Learn how to create a portrait that television producer and holds an advanced degree in captures character and feeling. See Modern Jewish History from Baltimore Hebrew University. supply list at jcajax.org/ji. Advance registration appreciated. Sun | 1:30 - 3:30 pm Wed, Mar 18 | 7 pm Jan 12, 19, 26, Feb 2, 9, 16, 23, Mar 1 Free to the community $204 | Valued Member $136 1920 JICOLORLOVE 1920 JIPORTRAITPAINTING
Vandroff Art Gallery For details on exhibiting or the upcoming artist schedule, contact Heather at ext. 265 or [email protected]. Christopher Flagg January 9 to February 5 Christopher attempts to capture mood through atmosphere and light but primarily allows the subject to project its personality. The reception for this exhibit is January 12 from 2 to 4 pm. FEMART February 6 to March 4 FemArt Gallery presents “For Colored Girls,” an art and awareness exhibit that brings together artists and individuals from various backgrounds to promote diversity and inclusion within our community to bring awareness of the myriad colors of ribbons that represent increased threats to women’s health, particularly women of color. The reception for this exhibit is February 9 from 2 to 4 pm. Susan Astelford March 5 - April 1 Susan’s work is inspired by her travels and the scenes from around our diverse world.
[email protected] winter Program Guide 7 J INSTITUTE • CULTURAL ARTS Sunday Film Series Movie host Sandy Oasis has more great movies for your POTTERY viewing pleasure. These are free and open to the community. Forks Over Knives (2011) This film examines the profound claim that degenerative diseases can be controlled, or even reversed, by rejecting animal-based and processed foods. Food as medicine is examined by two doctors raised on farms and other experts. Learn the basics or fine tune your handbuilding Healthy green smoothies will be demonstrated and served. or wheel throwing skills. Craftsmanship, creativity Jan 12 | 2 pm | 20WIN JIFILM1 and an appreciation for the elements of well- made, functional pottery are emphasized. Clay is The Mortal Storm (1940) provided. Open studio hours included. For details, University professor Victor Roth leads a contented life with call Heather at ext. 265. his family in the German Alps of 1933. This changes quickly and dramatically once Adolf Hitler comes to power. Starring Tues | 10 am - 12 pm James Stewart, Margaret Sullavan and Robert Stack. Session I Jan 7, 14, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, Mar 3 Session II Mar 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5 Feb 9 | 2 pm | 20WIN JIFILM2 $ $ 216 | Valued Member 144 David and Bathsheba (1951) Thur | 6:30 - 8:30 pm A biblical tale of love, loss, tragedy and redemption. Susan Hayward and Gregory Peck star in this famous Old Session I Jan 9, 16, 30, Feb 6, 13, 20, 27, Mar 5 Testament story. Join us for a memorable afternoon. Session II Mar 19, 26, Apr 2, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14 $216 | Valued Member $144 Mar 8 | 2 pm | 20SPR JIFILM1
2020 YOUNG CONCERT ARTISTS SERIES The JCA is happy to shine a spotlight on these brilliant newcomers as they launch their careers. Thanks to the generosity of the Berman Family, these concerts are free and open to the community. For details, contact Heather at ext. 265 or [email protected].
Sun, Jan 26 | 3 pm | Omer Quartet | 20WIN JICONCERT1 The Omer Quartet won First Prize in the 2017 Young Concert Artists International Auditions and holds the Helen F. Whitaker Chamber Music Chair of YCA. It debuts this season in the YCA Series at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. Following study at the Cleveland Institute of Music, the Omer Quartet completed a graduate residency at the New England Conservatory, where its members gave coachings and masterclasses and worked closely with Paul Katz, Donald Weilerstein, Kim Kashkashian and Soovin Kim.
Sun, Feb 23 | 3 pm | Randall Goosby , violin | 20WIN JICONCERT2 American violinist Randall Goosby first performed as soloist with an orchestra at the age of nine, with the Jacksonville Symphony. At thirteen, Mr. Goosby was the youngest recipient ever to win the Sphinx Concerto Competition. He received a full scholarship to The Julliard School’s pre-college program, continued at Julliard as an undergraduate student of Itzhak Perlman and Catherine Cho, and is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree there on a Kovner Fellowship. Mr. Goosby plays a Giuseppe Guarneri del Gesu of 1735, on generous loan by the Stradivari Society.
Sun, Mar 15 | 3 pm | Aristo Sham, piano | 20SPR JICONCERT A native of Hong Kong, Mr. Sham began playing the piano at three and entered the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts at six. He attended the Harrow School in London and, at the age of twelve, was featured in the documentary “The World’s Greatest Musical Prodigies.” Mr. Sham won First Prize at the 2018 Young Concert Artists International Auditions at the age of twenty-two.
8 January 1 - March 31, 2020 JCAJAX.ORG JEWISH AND FAMILY PROGRAMS Israeli Breakfast Club Tu B’Shevat in the Park Dave Rotem Gabay, our community In honor of Tu B’Shevat, Jewish Arbor Flagler shaliach, guides you in cooking an Day, join us in Mandarin Park for a family and jewish outreach director Israeli breakfast favorite. Be sure day for appreciation of nature and 730 - 2100 ext. 271 not to miss this experience and a the outdoors. Bring your family to delicious meal that you prepare. enjoy nature followed by a picnic Intro to Guitar Advance registration required. seder ceremony led by Shaliach This group-style class teaches an Rotem Gabay. Registration required Sun, Jan 19 | 10:30 am - 12 pm introduction to guitar, music theory $ $ by February 6. 15 | Valued Member 10 and relevant techniques. Sessions are Sun, Feb 9 1920 JUBREAKFAST progressive. These are not lessons; Activity, Seder and Lunch they are an introduction to guitar. 12:30 - 1:30 pm City Quest Scavenger Hunt Please bring your own instrument. Yoga | 1:30 pm Operation City Quest is an open Advance registration required. world scavenger hunt in which Free to the community Tues | Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 you use your smartphone to seek 1920 JUPARK out items in the city and complete Youth (Age 7 - 15) 5:15 pm challenges. We will meet in downtown Adult (Age 16+) 6:15 pm Jacksonville at Hemming Park. $45 | Valued Member $30 Registration required by January 22. 20WIN JUGUITAR** Sun, Jan 26 | 1 pm $ $ 15 | Valued Member 10 See additional Jewish Transportation: and Israel programs on $ $ 5 | Valued Member 3 J Institute pages 4 - 6: 1920 JUCITYSCAVENGER* The U.S. and Iran: A Dangerous Community Havdallah Game of Chicken Join the JCA, Etz Chaim, the Thur, Jan 16 | 7 - 8:30 pm Jacksonville Jewish Center, the Free to the community Temple, rGEN and PJ Library for 1920 JIDANGEROUSGAME our annual community Havdallah Fruits of the Vine and Wine celebration at the Pavilion of the of the Land Jacksonville Jewish Center. We Family Hamentashen Bake will end Shabbat together as a For Purim, join the JCA and Etz Wed, Feb 5 | 7 - 8:30 pm $ $ community and enjoy comradery Chaim Synagogue to bake these 15 | Valued Member 10 with guitars and ambiance under a three-cornered festival treats and 1920 JIFRUITSANDWINE starry night. enjoy games and crafts for children Rabbis in the Round Sat, Jan 25 | Time: TBD and a special learning session for adults. Registration required by Thur, Feb 20 | 7 - 8:30 pm Free to the community February 27. Free to the community 1920 JUHAVDALLAH Sun, Mar 1 | 12:30 - 2:30 pm 1920 JIRABBIS2 Free to the community Medabrim Ivrit Discover Israel Film: 1920 JUHAMENTASHEN Don’t let your Hebrew get When Heroes Fly rusty. Practice through topical Israeli-Style Pot Luck Wed, Mar 11 | 7 pm conversation with Shaliach Rotem Free to the community Gabay. This program is for people Shabbat Dinner 1920 JIHEROES with some experience speaking Bring your families for an Israeli- Hebrew; it is not for beginners. style pot luck dinner. There will be AntisemItism: New Unease Advance registration required. ambiance and an experience from in Europe and the U.S. 6:30 pm | Feb 3, Mar 3 the Holy Land led by our shaliach, Tues, Mar 17 | 7 - 8:30 pm Free to the community Rotem Gabay. Everyone is welcome. Free to the community Location will be announced. 1920 JUMEDABRIM** 1920 JIANTISEMITISM Registration required by March 4. Fri, Mar 6 | 6:30 - 7:30 pm Free to the community 1920 JUISRAELIPOTLUCK
[email protected] winter Program Guide 9 MICHELE BLOCK GAN YELADIM
Theresa levy ECE director
730 - 2100 ext. 237 Winter 2019 classes
Free to the community. Advance registration required. Make Music (3 mos - 2 yrs) Stimulate and engage young brains while playing with instruments, singing and dancing. Mon | 10 - 10:45 am | Jan 6, 13, 27, Feb 3, 10, 24 | 1920 ECMUSIC*****
Stroller Fit Moms (Birth - 3 yrs) Gisela Reis leads these stroller-based exercises that blend Barre Pilates, yoga and power walking. Bond with your baby, build strength, tone muscle and improve posture. Tissue Paper Tie-Dye Mon | 12:15 - 1:15 pm | Jan 6, 13, 27, Feb 3, 10, 24 | 20WIN ECFITMOMS Shabbat (Ages 3 - 6 by 9/1/2019) Join Ms. Danielle to make a challah Sensory Sensations (3 mos - 2 yrs) Tickle the senses through touch, smell, cover, kiddish cup and candle sticks taste, movement, sight and hearing. These experiences stimulate learning, of your own for Shabbat using a encourage scientific thinking and foster social connections while children tissue paper tie-dye technique. play, investigate and explore. Tues | 10 - 10:45 am | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 | 1920 ECSENSORY*** Fri | 1:30 - 2:15 pm | Jan 17, 24, 31 $15 | Valued Member $10 Splash-N-Play* (Birth- 3 yrs) Join us for fun in the water and activities 20WIN ECTIEDYE designed for parent and baby bonding in our heated, indoor pool. Tues | 11 - 11:30 am | Jan 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 | 20WIN ECSWIM *lessons available for additional fee Story Time (Birth - 3 yrs) Engage your child’s imagination and creativity and build reading readiness through books, songs and fingerplays. Wed | 10 - 10:45 am | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb 5, 12, 19, 26 | 1920 ECSTORYTIME*** On the Move (1 - 3 yrs) Come balance, climb, dance, jump and much more in this fun, bonding experience involving gross motor movement. Thur | 10:45 - 11:30 am | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 | 1920 ECMOVE*** Prenatal Yoga Experience pregnancy with poses to help ease discomfort, prepare your body for labor and childbirth and help you relax and bond A Taste of Tu B’Shevat with your growing baby. (Ages 3 - 6 by 9/1/2019) Thur | 7 - 8 pm | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 | 20WIN ECPRENATAL From pineapple to passionfruit, taste every day to extraordinary fruits and Parent and Me Shabbat (Birth - 3 yrs) Parents, caregivers and babies enjoy an vegetables in this celebration of the interactive, enthusiastic Shabbat with Morah Karen and Shaliach Rotem Gabay, earth with a Tu B’Shevat seder. Allergy including songs, music, stories and, of course, yummy challah bread. information must be provided. Fri | 9:30 - 10 am | Jan 10, 17, 24, Feb 7, 14, 21, 28 | 20WIN ECSHABBAT Fri, Feb 7 | 1:30 - 2:15 pm $8 | Valued Member $5 1920 ECTUBSHEVAT Adventure Yoga Purim Puppet Theater (Ages 3 - 6 by 9/1/2019) (Ages 3 - 6 by 9/1/2019) Have fun while improving flexibility, Dive deep into the story of Purim, balance, coordination, concentration learn about the characters, make and self-regulation. Gisela Reis leads puppets and perform your own the practice with poses from animals puppet show in this two-part class. and nature. Fri | 1:30 - 2:15 pm | Feb 28, Mar 6 Thur | 1:30 - 2:15 pm | Jan 16 - Mar 5 $ $ $15 | Valued Member $10 120 | Valued Member 80 20WIN ECPUPPET 20WIN ECYOGA
10 January 1 - March 31, 2020 JCAJAX.ORG THEATRE
Fit for Broadway (Grades K - 8) Storybook Playhouse Join us for an hour of dancing, (Ages 4 - 6) Shelly jumping, twisting and bopping! This program is a perfect introduction Hughes theatre director Get on your way to an all around to the magical world of theatre for 730 - 2100 ext. 252 healthier YOU in this high energy, our younger actors. We play theatre fun-filled class. We jam to our games, sing songs, learn dances and favorite upbeat show tunes with role play the characters from our Baby Bear Ballet dance styles similar to hip hop, jazz, favorite Dr. Seuss stories. On the last Our little dancers learn the salsa and more. You are guaranteed day of class, we put on a “Dr. Seuss” basics of ballet with a ballet to sweat, sweat, sweat while having showcase for our families and friends. buddy bear. This beginner fun, fun, fun! Wed | 4 - 5 pm | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, class is a fun and relaxed Tues | 4 - 5 pm Feb 5, 12, 19, Mar 4 introduction to ballet. Each Jan 7, 14, 21, 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, Mar 3 Showcase: Wed, Mar 4 | 5 pm dancer receives a ballet bear $ $ 132 | Valued Member 88 $195 | Valued Member $130 to help with posture and arms. 20WIN THFIT 20WIN THPLAYHOUSE Dancing is CRAZY FUN when you dance with a buddy bear! Zoe’s Clubhouse (Ages 3 - 6) Zoe’s Hippity Hop Move Fri | Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, This creative class takes your little and Groove (Ages 3 - 6) 14, 21, 28, Mar 6 one on a new adventure each week! This class teaches young dancers Baby Bear Ballet A Children explore their imaginations movement characterizations to develop (Ages 2 - 3 by 9/1/2019) and learn social skills, team work movement quality and imagination. 12:30 - 1 pm and coordination in a fun, creative Students participate in exercise and 20WIN THBBBALLETA environment. This is one of the J’s most dance that teach listening skills, levels popular classes, so don’t miss out! Baby Bear Ballet B and direction. Children exposed to these (Ages 3 - 6 by 9/1/2019) Wed | 1:30 - 2:15 pm | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29, activities are more creative, consistently 1:30 - 2 pm Feb 5, 12, 19, 26, Mar 4 freer in their movement as they develop $ $ 20WIN THBBBALLETB 175 | Valued Member 117 and have higher levels of self-esteem. $216 | Valued Member $144 20WIN THZOECLUBHOUSE Thur | 1:30 - 2 pm | Jan 9, 16, 23, 30, (Includes ballet bear) Feb 6, 13, 20, 27, Mar 5 $148 | Valued Member $99 20WIN THZOEHOP
PAC Auditions
TThhee MuMussiiccalal Show Dates: Sat | Feb 29 and Mar 7 at 7:30 pm Sun | Mar 1 and 8 at 1 pm Recital Fee: $250 | Valued Member $170 (No fees will be collected until after the cast list is posted.)
Grades 2-9
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Mixed Media (Grade K - 8) Elementary School amanda Get those creative juices flowing in this class for young artists. collins Middle School Use different mediums to create beautiful masterpieces for an youth services director exhibit in our student art gallery. All levels welcome! 730 - 2100 ext. 245 High School Tues | 5 - 6 pm | Feb 4, 11, 18, 25 $60 | Valued Member $40 | 1920 YSMIXEDMEDIA
Private Piano Lessons (Grades 1 - 12) Beginner and intermediate students learn ear training, note reading, chord and song structure and technique. Genre training is also available. For information and Youth Pottery (Grade K - 8) registration, contact Amanda at ext. 245. Learn basics or fine tune your handbuilding skills while learning craftsmanship, creativity and an appreciation for Leader in Training Volunteer Program beautifully crafted ceramics. Select and apply glazes and (Grades 6 - 12) experiment with different techniques. Students take home Acquire volunteer hours over the semester by assisting in JCA several pieces of glazed pottery. All materials provided. volunteer programs and limited hours assisting in the JCA Thur | 4:30 - 6 pm | Feb 6, 13, 20, 27, Mar 5, 19 After School program. Letter of recommendation, three month $135 | Valued Member $90 | 20WIN YSPOTTERY commitment and acceptance required. Members only.
Study Central (Grades 6 - 12) Designed with quality and flexibility in mind for teens and preteens to support socialization, independence and responsibility in a supervised environment. Daily snack, wifi, laptop access and homework assistance available. Transportation provided as needed from select schools. Choose two, three, or five days per week. Optional AFTER enrichment opportunities such as fitness and arts are taught by local professionals. Spaces still available for the 2019-2020 school year. For details, contact ext. 245. Mon - Fri | 3:30 - 5:30 pm | 1920 YSSTUDYCENTRAL DARK JCAtion Day Field Trips (Grades K - 8) When school is out, join us for these exciting trips. J After Dark (Grades 6 - 8) Participants must be registered for JCAtion Days to attend. Enjoy the JCA after hours! Have the gym to yourself for Jan 6 Adventure Landing basketball and dodgeball along with ping pong, video games, Feb 17 Skate Station Mandarin board games, music and more! Light refreshments included. Mar 10 Bowl America Mandarin Members may bring one guest at the member price. Mar 12 Trampoline Park Sat, Feb 22 | 7 - 10 pm Mar 27 Adventure Landing $15 | Valued Member $10 $ $ 30 | Valued Member 20 | 1920 YSJDAYTRIP*** 1920 YSAFTERDARKFEB | 1920 YSAFTERDARKFR Master Chefs Junior (Grades K - 5) Humane Society Pawsitive Reading Are you ready to become a junior chef? Put on your chef (Grades 6 - 12) hat and tie up your apron. Learn kitchen basics such as Travel with us to the Jacksonville Humane Society to using the stove and simple recipes. participate in the Pawsitive Reading Program. Socialize Wed | 4:30 - 5:30 pm | Jan 22, 29, Feb 5, 12 with cats and dogs and read to them. Registration $60 | Valued Member $40 | 1920 YSCHEFS required by February 17. Sun, Feb 23 | 1 - 3 pm Free to the community | 20WIN YSHUMANEREAD
12 January 1 - March 31, 2020 JCAJAX.ORG YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Awesome Appetizers (Grades K - 5) This exciting new class teaches appetizer basics from chips and dips to easy finger foods. Taste test each snack and leave ready to prepare starters for your friends! Wed | 4:30 - 5:30 pm | Feb 26, Mar 4, 18, 25 $60 | Valued Member $40 | 20WIN YSAWESOMEAPPS
(Grades K - 8)
On days when school is closed, send your child to the JCA to explore, create, learn and have FUN with friends. Children select from a variety of activities throughout the course of the day. Leave your worries at the door as your child enters a safe, nurturing environment supervised by our responsible and energetic staff. Wear athletic shoes, pack a dairy lunch and swim essentials, and we will take care of the rest!
Winter JCAtion Days Jan 2, 3, 6, 20, 31* Ultimate JCA Bake-Off (Grades 6 - 8) Feb 17 Calling all competitive bakers! Create and compare Mar 9 - 13 , Mar 16 - 20*, 27 desserts with other bakers in this class. Taste, creativity and boldness are rewarded. Tues | 5 - 6 pm | Mar 3, 17, 24, 31 $60 | Valued Member $40 | 20WIN YSBAKEOFF
Safe Sitters Course (Grades 6 - 12) Learn how to be safe when home alone, with siblings or babysitting. Skills cover emergency situations, including CPR and choking rescue. Don’t forget to pack a lunch! Course taught by Baptist Health. Fri, Mar 13 | 9:30 am - 4:30 pm $83 | Valued Member $55 | 1920 YSSITTERMAR
Things That Fly (Grades K - 5) Join us on this early release day to experiment with things that fly such as rockets, planes and other explosive projects. Private Supplemental Tutoring (Grades K - 5) Supplies included. 1-on-1 academic subject and homework assistance with Wed, Mar 25 | 3 - 4:30 pm current or former teachers. Open to valued members and $8 | Valued Member $5 | 20WIN YSFLY After School participants only. AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM END THEIR DAY AT THE JCA! Mon - Fri | 2:30 - 6 pm Grades K - 8 SPACES STILL AVAILABLE!
Safe, secure and stimulating Jewish environment JCA After School Program nurtures, encourages and State-of-the-art facility stimulates your child’s interests through a variety Snack provided of activities in a positive environment that your Power Hour: sports, STEM and Art child will love! Homework room with computer lab JCA welcomes all ages, faiths and backgrounds. Free transportation (from select schools with minimun enrollment) Call ext. 245 for details.
[email protected] winter Program Guide 13 CHAIRS Nicole and Andy Brown COMMITTEE Rachel Algee Lauren Block Lathun Brigman Regina Chaskin Helen DuBow Mary Edwards Adam Frisch Sierra Frisch Sunny Gettinger Faye Hedrick Samantha Holtzman Jan Lipsky Glenn Miller Michael Miller Monique Miller Thelma Nied Michelle Pargman Debbie Parker Edrea Porter Kim Robbins Sherrie Saag Ryan Saltz Fran Selevan Rebekah Selevan Deborah Shapiro Allison Korman Shelton Blair Sherman Kimberly Sisisky Linda Stein Randee Steinberg Michele Steinfeld Rochelle Stoddard Nadine Terk David Thompson Jennifer Thompson Alison Trager Brent Trager Haley Trager Jeff Wiener Stacie Wilf Chase Zimmerman
For more information about the JCA Annual Fundraiser, contact Lior Spring at 730-2100 ext. 318 or [email protected].
14 January 1 - March 31, 2020 JCAJAX.ORG YOUR SUPPORT MAKES A DIFFERENCE!
FESTIVAL SPONSORS
FESTIVAL SUPPORTER Jordan and Shirley Ansbacher Family Foundation Frisch Family Korman and Shelton Families Iris and Mark Kraemer Linda and David Stein Trager Family Brenda and Eugene Wolchok ARTS PATRON Nancy and Mark Green Rochelle and David Stoddard CURATOR Regina and Adam Chaskin Paula and Kenneth Horn Debbie and Jeff Parker Kimberly and Richard Sisisky Michael Solloway ARTIST Block Family DuBow Family Foundation Irene and James Jaffa Kathy and Larry Kanter Glenn and Michael Miller Judy Mizrahi Rachel and Craig Morgenthal Edrea and Steven Porter Barbara Resnick Toby Ringel Helen Rowan and Paul Halloran Sherrie and David Saag Judy and Steve Silverman Lonnie and Bruce Steinberg Phyllis and Arnold Vandroff PERFORMER Suzette and Michel Allen Karen and Frank Backilman LaVerne and Andy Cantor LeAnn and Andre Cinnamon Danuta Clark Sunny Gettinger and Trey Csar Pat Ludwig and Sam Winternitz Marilyn Mass Daniel Miller, Brightway Insurance-Riverside Karen and Todd Morse Thelma and Robert Nied Sondra Resnikoff Kim and David Robbins Lisa Ross and Marc Grosse Beth and Leif Rush Steve Sherman Jill and Sam Stromberg Millie and Edward Tannen Kendall Sisisky Valliere and Sean Valliere Sharon and Bruce Witten Young Professionals and Families Division of the Jewish Federation and Foundation of Northeast Florida Eunice and Barry Zisser FRIEND Karen and Philip Adler Danny Berenberg Lois and Alan Chepenik Merle and Ronald Cherry Mary and Jeff Edwards Susan and Ronald Elinoff Flagler Family Beverly and Melvyn Fruit Allison and Ken Jacobs Randy Kammer and Jeff Wollitz Katie Kight Pam and Michael Korn Dan Kossoff Ruth and Bernard Nachman Jennifer and Rick Plotkin Jeanine and Chaim Rogozinski Obdulia Rondon Nina and Neal Roth Diane and Mitchell Rothstein Lorraine and Paul Rothstein Nancy and Steve Rush Judy Schnitzer Sandra and Robert Selwitz Jackie and Bernie Simms Dianna Smith Michele and David Steinfeld Jeffrey Wiener Carole Wolpin Arlene and Evan Yegelwel SUPPORTER Rachel Halpern Leslie Held Evelyn Peck Meryl and Harris Rittenberg Joan and Lee Rosenberg
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CHAIR COMMITTEE Sherrie Saag Lisa Ansbacher Stacey Goldring Mark Kraemer Jennifer Plotkin Karen Backilman Kelsi Hasden Whitney Kuvin Edrea Porter Nicole Brown Hazzan Jesse Holzer Danielle Leder Jackie Simms Susan Elinoff Katie Kight Rachel Morgenthal Michele Steinfeld Sunny Gettinger Dan Kossoff Thelma Nied Rachel Walker Bruce Goldring Iris Kraemer Sandy Oasis Eunice Zisser
[email protected] winter Program Guide 15 WELLNESS CONNE ION
cheryl Amaris meyer Chrispell Wellness coach, RN Wellness coach. RN 730 - 2100 ext. 333 730 - 2100 ext. 333 MD Anderson Tour Tour the beautiful, new Baptist MD Healing Touch Whole Foods and Anderson Cancer Center featuring Join Cheryl Meyer, RN, CHC, in this Plant-Based Nutrition award-winning design, views of the restorative energy therapy that Join Michael Young, MD, with Baptist St. Johns River and patient-centered facilitates health and healing. This Primary Care, to explore a whole food services in a single location. See this integrative approach can help reduce and plant-based way of living. Dr. Young premier cancer center. Dutch treat pain and anxiety, relieve stress and will discuss whole vs. processed foods dinner. Registration required; space depression and foster the mind-body and the benefits to simple nutrition is limited. connection. By appointment only. and plant-based foods. Learn how to $ $ Thur, Feb 6 | 5 pm 50 min 40 | 4 sessions 120 apply these principles to your lifestyle $11 | Valued Member $7 Valued members only with helpful whole food swaps to get 1920 JIANDERSONTOUR Register: healingtouchjca.eventbrite.com you started. Tues, Jan 14 | 6 pm Be Your Own Athlete Cancer Exercise Free to the community Richard “Lance” Snyder, MD, orthopedic Get active against cancer! Receive 20WIN FWWHOLEFOODS surgeon with Jacksonville Orthopedic an individualized exercise plan and Institute, discusses your inner athlete. measurable pre and post-program Shingles Dr. Snyder, a former athlete and coach, results you can share with your Shingles is a viral disease addresses the human body, as it physician. Eligible participants characterized by a painful specifically pertains to exercise and must be recently diagnosed with skin rash with blisters, movement, and how to keep it strong, cancer, currently undergoing cancer resulting from the same virus that even with aches and pains. treatment or living in remission. causes chicken pox. As we age, we Wed, Feb 26 | 6 pm Ongoing 4-week sessions are more at risk for this disease. Join Free to the community Mon, Wed | 1 - 3 pm a nurse practitioner from the Baptist 1920 WCATHLETE $80 | Valued Member $40 Health Clinic to learn about treatment Register: cancerexercisejca.eventbrite.com and prevention of shingles. Meditation Talk Meditation Wed, Jan 22 | Noon Eugene Bebeau, MD, joins us for Free to the community a discussion of various types of Learn how to relax your body, use 1920 WCSHINGLES meditation and the benefits from a your breath or a mantra to focus holistic perspective. Ask questions your thoughts and create a more Road to Wellness and learn a new meditation skill to compassionate outlook on life in the This program offers a holistic help you on your journey. art of meditation with Cheryl Meyer, RN, approach to wellness that many Tues, Mar 3 | 6 pm CHC. No special training or knowledge others do not. A six-part series taught is necessary. Free to the community by Amaris Chrispell, RN, Baptist 1920 WCMEDITATIONTALK Ongoing weekly sessions Wellness Coach, encourages you to Tues | 11:30 am take a deeper look at your wellbeing, Women’s Health Free to the community so you can find better balance in life. Join Paulami Guha, MD, from North 1920 WCMEDITATION*** Wed | 5:30 - 6:30 pm Florida OB/GYN at Baptist Jacksonville Feb 5, 12, 19, 26, Mar 4, 11 downtown, to discuss topics relating $ Total Control 30 for the community to women’s health. Dr. Guha will Total Control® is Baptist Health’s 1920 WCWELLNESS cover well-woman visits, vaccinations, medically-based exercise program preventive screenings and common designed to help women strengthen gynecological issues women face. the core muscles essential Please bring any questions that you for bladder control through a may have. combination of classroom instruction Tues, Mar 24 | 6 pm and exercise. Includes a free followup Free to the community for program graduates. 1920 WCHEALTH Tues, Thur | 10:30 - 11:30 am See also: Safe Sitters Course Jan 14 - 30 | Mar 17 - Apr 2 (Grades 6 - 12) page 13. $90 for the community Register: baptistjax.com/4her Promocode: Baptist4her For more wellness programs, see pages 6, 18 - 21. 16 January 1 - March 31, 2020 JCAJAX.ORG SAFE SWIMMERS Sensory(Age 6 mos+) Sun | 4:30 - 5 pm, 5 - 5:30 pm Designed specifically for swimmers with Autism. The ratio is one or two swimmers per certified instructor. $150 | Valued Member $100
For details or to register, call 904.730.2100 ext. 228. PILATES AT THE JCA REFORMER TRAPEZE ARC TOWER
Flexible schedules (early morning, late evening, weekend) Individual and Duet training Five weekly Pilates Mat classes with your membership Free chair and aqua Pilates classes with your membership
CALL EXT. 267 FOR A FREE DEMO!
[email protected] winter Program Guide 17 FITNESS AND WELLNESS • MIND BODY
Eiffel Gilyana fitness and wellness director
730 - 2100 ext. 324
Foam Rolling Workshop Join personal trainer Shirley Steel to learn basic foam rolling techniques to facilitate muscle and connective tissue recovery and bring relief from knots, pain and stiffness. Tai Chi: Meditation in Motion Sun, Jan 12 | 10 - 11 am Improve coordination and balance $20 valued members only with certified personal trainer and Cuong Nhu black belt Clint Neale in 1920 FWFOAM this graceful and ancient exercise that promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements. NEW! Anahata Chakra Yoga Flow Ongoing monthly sessions Expand your awareness and reawaken your anahata “heart” chakra with a special Thur | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm practice, led by registered yoga teacher Sun | 11 am - 12 pm Grant Helm, that focuses on chest openers $15 per class for full month and backbend progressions. $20 single class Sun, Feb 16 | 3 - 4 pm Valued members only $20 valued members only 1920 FWTAICHI******* 20WIN FWHEARTYOGA
FITNESS AND WELLNESS • DANCE Barre Fitness Use a variety of ballet-inspired fitness moves to improve your posture and create a long, lean physique. RESOLUTION Ongoing monthly sessions Tues | 9:30 - 10:30 am REVOLUTION! with Gisela Reis Purchase personal training Sun | 11 am - 12 pm with Kerianne Acra today! For information, $15 per class for full month contact Eiffel at ext. 324. $20 single class Valued members only 1920 FWBARRE**** Adult Ballet Join Gisela Reis to learn the THI S WILL BE foundations of classical ballet. No previous dance experience required. Ongoing monthly sessions Thur | 6 - 7 pm MY $15 per class for full month $20 single class Valued members only YEAR! 1920 FWBALLET****
18 January 1 - March 31, 2020 JCAJAX.ORG GROUP FITNESS Schedule Assistant Fitness and Wellness Director | Sarah Perfido | [email protected] KID KARE HOURS | Mon - Thur 8:30 - 11:45 am and 4:30 - 8:30 pm | Fri 8:30 - 11:45 am | Sun 8:30 am - 1:15 pm Keep a class on the schedule by remembering to sign in; classes with low attendance may be removed.
Time Class Instructor Location Time Class Instructor Location 9 am Aqua Aerobics Grace P 7 am + Intermediate Yoga + Tim A 9 am + Pilates Mat + Shirley A 8:30 am Aqua Aerobics Lynnell P 10 am Cycling Kerianne B 9:30 am Kickboxing Gisela A 10 am Zumba® Grace A 9:30 am Cycling Tim B
SUNDAY 12 pm + Iyengar Yoga + Paula A 9:45 am H2O Blast Marcia P Time Class Instructor Location 10:30 am + Pilates Mat + Gisela A 7 am + Intermediate Yoga + Tim A 10:45 am SGF Yoga Lynnell MRC 8:30 am Aqua Aerobics Lynnell P 11 am Aqua Aerobics Marcia P 9:30 am ** Warrior ** Sarah A 11:30 am Tone and Stretch Shirley A 9:30 am Cycling Yosefa B 5:15 pm Butts and Guts Sarah A
9:45 am H2O Blast Marcia P 6 pm Barre Pump Cheryl A 10:30 am Zumba® Tina A 6 pm Cycling Keith B
10:45 am SGF Pilates Cheryl MRC WEDNESDAY 7 pm + Restorative Yoga + Grant A 11 am Aqua Aerobics Marcia P Time Class Instructor Location 11:30 am Tone and Stretch Lynnell A 5:45 am Cycling Karen B 5 pm Muscle Pump Susanna’’ A 9:30 am Muscle Pump Susanna A 6 pm Kickboxing Gisela A 10:30 am + Yoga Foundations + Gisela A 6 pm Cycling Keith B 10:45 am SGF Strength Karen MRC 7 pm + Intermediate Yoga + Gisela A 5 pm + Pilates Mat + Sylvia A ® MONDAY 7 pm Aqua Aerobics Grace P 6 pm Zumba Heather A Time Class Instructor Location 7 pm + Intermediate Yoga + Evelyn A
5:45 am Cycling Karen B THURSDAY 7 pm Aqua Aerobics Grace P 9:30 am Muscle Pump Susanna A Time Class Instructor Location 10:30 am + Yoga Foundations + Lynnell A 7 am + Pilates Mat + Sylvia A 10:45 am SGF Strength Karen MRC 8:30 am Aqua Pilates Sylvia P 5 pm + Pilates Mat + Mor A 8:30 am + Ashtanga Yoga + Tim A 6 pm Cardio Dance Alicia A 9:30 am Zumba® Tina A
TUESDAY 7 pm + Iyengar Yoga + Paula A 9:30 am Cycling Sarah B
9:45 am H2O Blast Lynnell P 10:30 am Tone and Stretch Aggie A ** High intensity 10:45 am SGF Yoga Lynnell MRC + Must bring your own mat
FRIDAY 11 am Aqua Aerobics Marcia P
A - Group Exercise Studio | B - Cycling Studio | P - Pool | MRC - Meeting Room C
Participants in group fitness classes must be at least 13 years old.
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Aqua Aerobics SGF Pilates Use the water’s resistance to create an effective aerobic workout that Learn awareness of breath and core muscles using a chair for support improves muscle strength, balance, and posture. The healing pool water and balance. A strong core improves flexibility and overall posture. reduces impact and protects the joints. SGF Strength Aqua Pilates Improve your cardiovascular and muscular endurance in this chair See the healing benefits of a water workout that uses Pilates exercise class that uses hand weights, tubing and small balls. methodology to focus on cardio, strength, and flexibility. SGF Yoga Stretch, relax, and enjoy the wonderful feeling of well-being and inner Barre Pump peace that only yoga can give in this gentle, seated class. Combine standing barre techniques, light weights, and a variety of floor work to challenge your body in a novel way. Tone and Stretch Stay firm and improve flexibility. Work your muscles to move better, Butts and Guts bend more easily and reach higher in this all-levels strength class. Reduce, shape, and lift the glutes, abs, and thighs in this fast-paced 45 minute class. Build your backside to create a balanced and lean physique. Warrior | ** This competitive boot camp style workout uses fast-paced, high intensity Cardio Dance functional movements to build strength and ramp up your metabolism. Shake, shimmy, and sweat off calories in this rocking aerobic dance Your only limit is you! workout class with easy to follow choreography. Yoga | + Cycling Several distinct practices designed to cultivate strength, flexibility and Enhance your cardio with intervals on the stationary bike that include relaxation through mindful focus, alignment and breath awareness. climbs, sprints and coasts at a variety of body positions, pedal speeds and resistances. New riders should arrive early for bike set up. Yoga Foundations Provides fundamentals of practice with a vinyasa flow geared toward H2O Blast those new to yoga and those aiming to refine their existing practice. This high intensity water workout raises your heart rate as you jog, run, jump and use aqua equipment to tone the entire body. Intermediate Yoga Expands on Foundations, introducing a wider variety of poses and Kickboxing offering opportunities to explore advanced methods. Jab, kick and punch to burn calories in this dynamic and fast-paced class. Ashtanga Yoga Optional use of punching bag or focus mitts. All fitness levels welcome. (Primary Series Power Flow) Highly structured intense and dynamic Muscle Pump flow using a set sequence of poses to bring fluid strength and clarity. Sculpt your entire body and maximize your muscle pump Iyengar Yoga as you squat, press, lift and curl your way to a leaner, Non-flow class with static postures focusing on precise movement, stronger physique. correct posture and exact alignment. Pilates Mat | + Restorative Yoga Strengthen the deep core postural muscles and improve body balance A gentle Hatha flow that eases into long-held passive stretches to and spinal alignment. relax the mind and renew the body. Beginners welcome. ® Sit & Get Fit (SGF) Zumba These seated chair exercise classes offer a gentle and supportive A fusion of Latin American and international dance music. Join the fitness environment perfect for those who are older, pregnant, injured, ultimate dance party in this fun, high-energy and motivating class. overweight or the true beginner. No dance experience needed.
** This is a high intensity and high performance class—squats, pushups, running, jumps, weights—and therefore + Must bring your own mat. may not be appropriate for all.
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20 January 1 - March 31, 2020 JCAJAX.ORG FITNESS AND WELLNESS • SLIM AND SCULPT
Resolution Ride Start the new year off on the right pedal. Join cycle instructor Tim Dailing in this 90-minute indoor cycling class. Put your resolve to the test. Light refreshments provided following the ride. Wed, Jan 1 | 9:30 - 11 am Free for valued members only 1920 FWRESOLUTION February 1 - 29 NEW! Macros and Meal Plans February is American Heart Month. Run, walk, step, Join personal trainer Sarah Perfido in this interactive swim, cycle, elliptical, dance, climb or row your way to nutrition workshop to learn tips to build a successful and 100 miles through the month. Work alone or as a team. sustainable eating program to build muscle, reduce body Track your miles, share your success and win. fat and improve athletic performance. Ask Fitness Staff for more details. Thur, Jan 23 | 6 - 7 pm Free for valued members only Free for valued members only 20WIN FWHEART 20WIN FWMEALPLAN
FITNESS AND WELLNESS • STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING NEW! I’ve Got Your Back Learn proper pulling mechanics for upper body exercises such as the row, pull down and pull up with personal trainer Diego Villar. Strengthen your back, build muscle, improve posture and reduce injury. Tues, Feb 18 | 11 am - 12 pm Free for valued members only | 20WIN FWGOTYOURBACK
NEW! NEW! Save Your Shoulders: Rotator Cuff Should your knees go in, out or straight? Are you Injury Prevention curious if you’re going deep enough or which way to Sixty percent of the 40+ population has rotator cuff point your toes? Join personal trainer Paula Saraga in degeneration. Join JCA Brooks Rehabilitation Center manager this clinic for anyone who is new to the squat. Ashley Gormley, PT, DPT, to learn how to avoid rotator cuff Thur, Mar 26 | 6 - 7 pm impingement and injury. Free for valued members only | 20WIN FWDROPSQUAT Wed, Jan 15 | 6 - 7 pm Free to the community | 20WIN FWSHOULDERS For more wellness programs, see pages 6 and 16. [email protected] winter Program Guide 21 SPORTS AND RECREATION
Rio Mike Robinson may sports and recreation director sports and recreation coordinator
730 - 2100 ext. 250 730 - 2100 ext. 254 Israeli Mixed Martial Arts JCA Fencing Academy (Age 14+) Fencing champion Coach Princess This beginner program features Rashid teaches this class. elements of Krav Maga, a tactical Fencing 101: This beginners class self-defense system developed for helps fencers gain confidence through the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). It games, footwork, coordination, fencing combines the best elements of boxing, drills and bouting. Judo, Jujitsu, Aikido, Muay Thai and Wed Wing Chun. Instructor: Tim Dailing. Session I Dec 4 - Feb 5 Mon | 7 - 8 pm Session II Feb 19 - Apr 22 YOUTH Session I Jan 6 - Feb 24 (no class Dec 25, Jan 1, Apr 8, 15) FLAG FOOTBALL Session II Mar 9 - Apr 27 Youth (Ages 6 - 13) 5:30 - 6:30 pm $120 | Valued Member $80 Adult (Age 14+) 6:30 - 8 pm LEAGUE 20WIN SRMMA** | 20SPR SRMMA** 8 Classes $180 | Valued Member $120 20WIN SRCHFENCE* | 20WIN SRADFENCE* The JCA Youth Flag Football League Youth Judo (Ages 6 - 13) is back for another action-packed, Learn the fundamentals of Kodokan Open Bouting (Age 7+) flag football season! Every Thur | 7 - 9 pm Judo, a martial art with similarities to Volunteer coaches needed! $20 | Free for valued members wrestling. Participants are required to Contact Mike at ext. 254 to Private Fencing Lessons Call Rio at purchase a gi (uniform) by the third volunteer to coach. class. Instructor: Tim Dailing. ext. 250 for information. Mon | 6 - 7 pm Mandatory Skills Evaluation at Bolles High School: February 23 Session I Jan 6 - Feb 24 ______Session II Mar 9 - Apr 27 8 Classes $120 | Valued Member $80 Age Time 20WIN SRJUDO | 20SPR SRJUDO 13 - 14 1 pm Willpower Basketball Training 10 - 12 1 pm Coach Will Holloman’s clinic allows 8 - 9 2 pm players to reach their full potential 6 - 7 3 pm in a fun-filled environment that Men’s Basketball Leagues challenges all to exceed personal Form teams of six players for 4-on-4 4 - 5 4 pm limits and optimize the intangibles competition. For more information or Divisions based on age and skill provided by the game. to register as an individual or a team, are determined after evaluations. Mon call ext. 254. If you cannot attend evaluations, Ages 5 - 8 | 4:30 - 6 pm 18+ Men’s Basketball League please call ext. 254 to schedule Ages 9 - 12 | 6 - 7 pm Wed | 6 - 9 pm | Mar 11 - May 27 a make-up. Ages 13 - 18 | Private lessons available (no class Apr 8, 15) Games Sun | Mar 22 - May 17 $60 valued members only Session I Jan 13 - Feb 17 12:30 - 6:30 pm Session II Mar 2 - Apr 6 20SPR SRBBALL18 (no games Apr 12) 6 Classes $135 | Valued Member $90 25+ Men’s Basketball League (Bolles High School Field. 1920 SRWILLPOWER** Sun | 8:30 am - 12:30 pm Specific times TBA; 2-hour commitment) Private Instruction Contact Rio at Jan 5 - May 3 (no class Apr 12) $155 | Valued Member $105 ext. 250 or [email protected]. $90 valued members only 20SPR SRFLAG 30 min 1 session $30 20WIN SRBBALL25 30 min 8 sessions $210 Youth Basketball League (Ages 4 - 14) Open Pick Up Sports (Age 13+) Contact Mike at ext. 254 for Volleyball Tues | 7 - 9:30 pm information and availability. Basketball Sat | 1 - 4 pm Pickleball Mon | 5:30 am - 12 pm Thur | 5:30 am - 12 pm
22 January 1 - March 31, 2020 JCAJAX.ORG SPORTS AND RECREATION
PRESCHOOL AND YOUTH CLINICS
Class Age Day Time Dates* Fee | Valued Member Code
Little Hitters Baseball 3-6 Monday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Jan 6 - Feb 10 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRLILHIT1 3-6 Monday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Feb 24 - Mar 30 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRLILHIT2 Terrific Tumblers 3-6 Monday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Jan 6 - Feb 10 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRTUMBLERMON1 Gymnastics 3-6 Monday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Feb 24 - Mar 30 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRTUMBLERMON2 Sports Extravaganza 3-6 Monday 3:30 - 4:15 pm Jan 6 - Feb 10 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRSPORTSMON1 3-6 Monday 3:30 - 4:15 pm Feb 24 - Mar 30 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRSPORTSMON2 Lacrosse 101 5-10 Monday 4:30 - 5:30 pm Jan 6 - Feb 10 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRLACROSSE101A 5-10 Monday 4:30 - 5:30 pm Feb 24 - Mar 30 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRLACROSSE101B Little Kickers Soccer 3-6 Tuesday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Jan 7 - Feb 11 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRLILKICK1 3-6 Tuesday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Feb 25 - Mar 31 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRLILKICK2 Terrific Tumblers 3-6 Tuesday 3:30 - 4:15 pm Jan 7 - Feb 11 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRTUMBLERTUE1 Gymnastics 3-6 Tuesday 3:30 - 4:15 pm Feb 25 - Mar 31 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRTUMBLERTUE2 Junior Gymnastics 5-10 Tuesday 4:30 - 5:30 pm Jan 7 - Feb 11 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRJRGYM1 5-10 Tuesday 4:30 - 5:30 pm Feb 25 - Mar 31 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRJRGYM2 Volleyball Clinic 8-14 Tuesday 4:30 - 5:30 pm Jan 7 - Feb 11 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRVOLLEY1 8-14 Tuesday 4:30 - 5:30 pm Feb 25 - Mar 31 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRVOLLEY2 Little Putters Golf 3-6 Wednesday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Jan 8 - Feb 12 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRLILPUTTERS1 3-6 Wednesday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Feb 26 - Apr 1 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRLILPUTTERS2 Makos Run Club 4-14 Wednesday 4:15 - 5:15 pm Jan 8 - Feb 12 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRYRUN1 4-14 Wednesday 4:15 - 5:15 pm Feb 26 - Apr 1 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRYRUN2 Little Dribblers 3-6 Thursday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Jan 9 - Feb 13 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRLILDRIB1 Basketball 3-6 Thursday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Feb 27 - Apr 2 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRLILDRIB2 Sports Extravaganza 3-6 Thursday 3:30 - 4:15 pm Jan 9 - Feb 13 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRSPORTSTHU1 3-6 Thursday 3:30 - 4:15 pm Feb 27 - Apr 2 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRSPORTSTHU2 Soccer 101 5-10 Thursday 4:30 - 5:30 pm Jan 9 - Feb 13 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRSOCCER101A 5-10 Thursday 4:30 - 5:30 pm Feb 27 - Apr 2 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRSOCCER101B Little Touchdowns 3-6 Friday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Jan 10 - Feb 14 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRFLAGFOOTBALL1 Flag Football 3-6 Friday 1:30 - 2:15 pm Feb 28 - Apr 3 $90 | VM: $60 20WIN SRFLAGFOOTBALL2 *Holiday schedule (no class): Apr 9, 15
Varsity Basketball League (Ages 14 - 18) Capoeira Register as a team for this 5-on-5 full court basketball Capoeira combines fight, acrobatics, music, dance and rituals league or sign up individually to be placed on a team. in an elegant form. It develops physical strength, power and Contact Rio at ext. 250 to submit a team roster or flexibility and encourages self-confidence, concentration, volunteer to coach. Registration required by March 21. courage and creativity. Mon, Thur | 6 - 9 pm | Mar 26 - May 11 (no games Apr 9) Tues | (Ages 5 - 10) 5 - 5:45 pm | (Age 11+) 5:45 - 7 pm $120 | Valued Member $80 | 20SPR SRVARSITY Session I Jan 14 - Mar 3 | Session II Mar 17 - May 5 (subject to change based on number of teams) Sun | (Ages 5 - 10) 3:30 - 4:15 pm | (Age 11+) 4:15 - 5:30 pm Session I Jan 19 - Mar 8 | Session II Mar 22 - May 10 8 Classes $96 | Valued Member $64 20WIN SR**CAPOEIRA*** | 20SPR SR**CAPOEIRA*** [email protected] winter Program Guide 23 SPORTS AND RECREATION Coerver Coaching Coerver Academy provides experienced coaches who customize skills for individual development needs of each young athlete. Half Day Clinic and Tournament (Advanced Players Only) Coerver Performance Academy (Ages 8 - 14) Beginner - Intermediate (Ages 6 - 12) Sun, Dec 22 | 12 - 5 pm Wed | (Ages 6 - 8) 4 - 5 pm | (Ages 9 - 12) 5 - 6 pm $36 | Valued Member $24 | 1920 SRCOERVERCLINIC Session I Jan 8 - Feb 12 | Session II Feb 26 - Apr 1 $120 | Valued Member $80 | 1920 SRCOERVERACADEMY*
AQUATICS
Josie Martin Aquatics Manager Master’s Swim 730 - 2100 ext. 240 (Age 15+) Tues | 5:45 - 6:45 am | Jan 7 - 28, Feb 4 - 25, Mar 3 - 31, Apr 7 - 28 $30 valued members only 1920 AQMASTERS***
Red Cross Certified JV Makos Swim Team (Ages 6 - 13) SUP Yoga (Age 16+) Lifeguard Training This is for children interested in swim This innovative program combines Prerequisites: team who are able to put their faces in the water and swim half the pool stand up paddle board and yoga for • Must be at least 15 years of age. length unassisted. core strength. Call for availability. • Must swim 300 yards freestyle and/ Mon, Wed | 1:30 - 2:15 pm | Jan 6 - 29, or breaststroke. Feb 3 - 26, Mar 2 - 30, Apr 1 - 29 Aquatics Cancellation Policy • Must swim 20 yards to retrieve a ten (no practice Apr 8, 15) Private Lessons Inclement weather/pool pound brick from seven to ten feet $90 | Valued Member $60 of water in 1 minute and 40 seconds. closings before a scheduled lesson will 1920 AQJVSTMW1:30*** result in that lesson being rescheduled Call ext. 240 or 417 for schedule details. $ $ at a mutually agreeable time. If a lesson 285 | Valued Member 190 cannot be made up within one week of 1920 AQGUARD*** the last scheduled lesson, that lesson will be forfeited and charged to the School Year Makos Swim Team participant. All participants registered This team introduces competitive for private swim sessions must give at swimming and helps prepare least a 24-hour notice of cancellation children for the summer league. for already scheduled sessions. Failure Jan 5 - 30, Feb 2 - 27, Mar 1 - 31, to properly cancel will result in a charge Apr 1 - 30 (no practice Apr 8, 9, 14, 15) for that session at the established fee. Ages 5 - 10 5 - 6 pm All private swim lessons will expire six (must be able to swim 25 yards unassisted) months from the date of purchase. Fees Ages 11 - 18 6 - 7 pm paid for expired sessions/lessons are Sunday practice 3 - 4 pm non-refundable andnon-transferable. One Day (Sunday through Thursday) Group Lessons There are no make-ups $60 | Valued Member $40 Sensory Safe Swimmers or refunds for any group lessons due to illness, inclement weather, pool closings 1920 AQST1(Time)(Month) This is a new program specifically designed for swimmers with autism. and vacation or holiday closings. Two Days (Sunday through Thursday) The ratio is one or two swimmers per Diaper Policy $90 | Valued Member $60 certified instructor. Students who have not fully mastered 1920 AQST2(Time)(Month) Sun | 4:30 - 5 pm | 5 - 5:30 pm toilet learning must wear both a Four Days (Sunday through Thursday) Session I Jan 19 - Feb 23 disposable swim diaper and approved $ $ 113 | Valued Member 75 Session II Mar 8 - Apr 12 cloth swim diaper, which fits snugly at 1920 AQST4(Time)(Month) $150 | Valued Member $100 the legs and waist. Too large swim diapers will not be permitted in the water. 20*** AQSAFESWIM*** 24 January 1 - March 31, 2020 JCAJAX.ORG AQUATICS
JCA American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Programs
The JCA offers instructional swim programs designed by the American Red Cross. All instructors are certified through the American Red Cross as Water Safety Instructors (W.S.I.). The JCA assures program quality by maintaining small class sizes, monitoring instruction and adhering to Red Cross standards. For more information, contact Josie Martin at [email protected].
Private Swim Lessons (All ages) Our one-on-one private lesson instruction for all ages will lead you closer to your individual goal. Learn to swim or learn to swim more efficiently. Each lesson is 30 minutes long. By appointment | Individual Lesson $60 | Valued Member $30 8-Lesson Special $420 | Valued Member $210 Junior Makos This program is designed for children ages 6 to 12 years. Our goal is to help participants achieve maximum success. Introduction to water skills, fundamental aquatic skills, stroke development, stroke improvement, Annual Polar Plunge stroke refinement and personal water safety are the core topics covered. Join our third annual Polar Plunge. Classes have a 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio. We had a great time the last two years—no one froze—so come jump Little Makos This program is designed for children ages 3½ to 5 years. Children in the pool with us! There will be participate without a parent in the water, and swimmers are introduced to breath hot chocolate and cookies for all control, arm coordination, kicking and the development of basic strokes. Classes participants following the plunge! have a 5:1 student-to-teacher ratio. Sun, Feb 9 | 2:45 - 3:30 pm Parent and Me This program is to teach you, the parent, how to work safely Free to the community and effectively with your child, 6 months to 3 years old, in the water. The program 1920 AQPLUNGE emphasizes fun and enjoyment, water adjustment and preparatory activities for future swimming. This program is not designed to teach children to become good Red Cross Water Safety swimmers or even to survive in the water on their own. At least one adult must Instructor Course accompany the child in the pool. Become certified to teach parent and child aquatics, preschool JCA Mini Makos This program is designed for children ages 2 to 3 years. aquatics, Learn-to-Swim, adult swim Swimmers learn the foundation for water adjustment, floating, breath control, courses and water safety courses kicking, arm movement and safe entry and exit of the pool. Children must be able and presentations. Water Safety to function in a group lesson without a parent in the water. Classes have a 4:1 Instructor candidates must be student-to-teacher ratio. 16-years-old on or before the last scheduled day of the course. Call for date and time options. JCA LEARN-TO-SWIM MONTHLY SCHEDULE $285 | Valued Member $190 Jan 5 to 30 // Feb 2 to 27 //Mar 1 to 31 // Apr 1 to 30 1920 AQWSI*** (no lessons April 8 [after 4:30 pm], 9, 14 [after 4:30 pm], 15, 16 [before 1 pm]) Parent & Me JCA Mini Junior Adult Group Little Makos (6 mo - Day(s) Makos (31/2 - 5 yrs) Makos Swim Offered 3 yrs) (2 - 3 yrs) (6 - 12 yrs) (14+ yrs) 30 min 30 min 30 min 30 min 30 min Sun 10 am 10:30 am 11:15 am, 1 pm 12 pm, 2 pm N/A 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, Mon 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, 5:30 pm, N/A 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm, 6:30 pm 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm 6:30 pm Wed 5:30 pm Red Cross CPR Certification Tues 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm, 5:30 pm, N/A 6:30 pm Community Adult/Child/ Thur 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm 6:30 pm Infant CPR/First Aid/AED Monthly Fees Sun, Feb 23 | 1 - 6 pm $98 | Valued Member $65 1 Day Week $100 | Valued Member $50 2 Day Week $150 | Valued Member $75 1920 AQCPRFEB [email protected] winter Program Guide 25 TENNIS Adult Tennis Clinics Reggie Member Mixer Now is the perfect time to see if you Exum have what it takes for competitive tennis professional Thursdays | 6:30 - 7 pm league tennis. Shape up your game 730 - 2100 ext. 317 Free for valued members only on one of our ladies’ teams or the working women’s team. We also have great men’s clinics. If you’re unsure of your level, schedule a private lesson for an evaluation. League play continues through May. If team play isn’t for you, consider one of our other clinics to sharpen your skills. For more information and program fees, contact Reggie at [email protected]. See you on the courts! Working Women’s Team Tues | 6:30 - 8 pm 19*** TNWORKING(Day)(Month) Ladies’ A Team Clinic Tues | 9 - 10:30 am 19*** TNTEAMA Ladies’ B Team Clinic Wed | 9 - 10:30 am 19*** TNTEAMB Ladies’ C Team Clinic Fri | 9 - 10:30 am 19*** TNTEAMC 3.0 - 3.5 Men’s Clinic Mon | 6:30 - 8 pm 1920 TNMENSCLINIC(Month) Tennis 101 Wed | 6:30 - 7:30 pm Junior Tennis Clinics 1920 TN101(Day)(Month) All clinics are 6-week sessions. $108 | Valued Member $72 For the beginning junior player, our Quick Start programs provide an overview of tennis and teach the fundamentals. Classes focus on proper swinging motions and the most effective way to handle a tennis racquet. All instruction is paced for younger players and supplemented by fun games and drills. Tennis Aces (Ages 3 - 5) Junior Quick Start (Ages 7 - 10) Tues | 1:30 - 2:15 pm Tues | 4:30 - 5:30 pm 1920 TNACES(Day)(Month) Thur | 3:30 - 4:30 pm Pee-wee Quick Start (Ages 4 - 6) 1920 TNJR(Day)(Month) Wed | 4:15 - 5 pm Thur | 3:30 - 4:15 pm 1920 TNPW(Day)(Month) Private Lessons For our intermediate to advanced players, these clinics focus on stroke You can schedule a private production, consistency and match play to help older players feel more lesson at any time with any of comfortable during point play and matches. our pros. Just call the Tennis Junior Varsity (Ages 11 - 13) High Performance office at ext. 317. Thur | 4:30 - 5:30 pm | 1920 TNJVTHU* Mon | 5:30 - 6:30 pm 30 min $30 $ Varsity (Ages 13 - 18) Fri | 4 - 5 pm 1 hour 60 Mon | 5 - 6 pm | 1920 TNVARMON* 1920 TNPERFORMANCE* Package of five, 1 hour lessons $270
26 January 1 - March 31, 2020 JCAJAX.ORG What is your legacy? What do you do at the JCA that’s meaningful? Is there a JCA program, project or event that has captured your heart and imagination? Make a difference and preserve the community for the future—secure the JCA for the next 30 years and beyond! For information on becoming a member of the JCA Legacy Society, visit jcajax.org/legacy, contact Lior Spring at [email protected] or ext. 318 or contact the Planned Giving Division of the Jewish Federation and Foundation of Northeast Florida at 448-5000 ext. 1204. We will work with you to develop a strategy that fulfills both your charitable goals and your financial needs.
TRIBUTES
In memory of... HOLLIE ARNOLD DR. ROBERT EMAS, BELOVED FATHER by Michele and David Steinfeld by The Board and Staff of the JCA SHELLY ZAVON’S BIRTHDAY ALVIN COPLAN by Michele and David Steinfeld by The Board and Staff of the JCA MEREDITH AND GARY MYERS’ The Flagler Family RECENT MARRIAGE Alison Brown by Michele and David Steinfeld Marlene Myers Training SUSU CRUSE, BELOVED MOTHER by Tracey McGee CULTURAL ARTS FUND BERNICE “BUNNY” RUTANSKY In memory of... by The Board and Staff of the JCA SERGEANT EDWARD BANDYK Package For the speedy recovery of... by Thelma and Bob Nied HOWARD KORMAN MIKE HALLORAN, BELOVED HUSBAND by The Board and Staff of the JCA by Thelma and Bob Nied Regina and Adam Chaskin SUSU CRUSE, BELOVED MOTHER Four 30 min Monique and David Miller by Thelma and Bob Nied LEON SILKE Iman Byfield reformer sessions by Michele and David Steinfeld COPLAN AND GOLDMAN In honor of... JCA CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of... $ TIM DAILING’S BELATED BIRTHDAY WITH ALVIN COPLAN only 109 APPRECIATION FOR EVERYTHING HE DOES by Louise Rapp by Doug Davidson Original Price $156 GRANT HELM’S BIRTHDAY WITH Faye and Steven Mizrahi APPRECIATION FOR EVERYTHING HE DOES WILLIAM AND ANDREW BLOCK FAMILIES by Louise Rapp GAN YELADIM SCHOLARSHIP FUND OR In memory of... THE GREAT STAFF OF JCA PERSONAL TRAINERS WITH APPRECIATION FOR EDWARD WITTEN EVERYTHING THEY DO by Mrs. and Mr. Ken Jacobs Four 30 min personal by Louise Rapp SAMUEL BLUMBERG training sessions LOUISE RAPP’S 91ST BIRTHDAY by Mrs. and Mr. Ken Jacobs by Louise Rapp In honor of... RACHAEL MORGENTHAL BEING HONORED THERESA LEVY $ BY THE JACKSONVILLE JEWISH CENTER by Mrs. and Mr. Ken Jacobs only 99 by The Board and Staff of the JCA $ CINDY WOHL BEING HONORED BY THE Original Price 144 JACKSONVILLE JEWISH CENTER by The Board and Staff of the JCA Call 730-2100 ext. 333 for details.
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