Welcome to JCC Aquatics at the Lucille and Jay Chazanoff Indoor Pool Complex The JCC Aquatics program offers the most diverse programming on Staten Island. If you want to learn how to swim, please make an appointment with our excellent instructors to guide and teach you or your child. From the very beginner to special needs swimmer or to more advanced stroke technique, the JCC has instructors in group or private lessons. We also offer Babies R’ Swimming with a parent and Aqua Zumba for all ages. We have swimming instruction/practice for Tri-athlete and Masters swimmers. Our Richmond Aquatics Club at the JCC is a US Swim Team consisting of members from 6 – 18 years of age. If your child is not quite ready for competition on RAC, we have a Pre-Competitive Skills program to help get your child ready by building endurance and working on correct strokes/starts and turns. For anyone who wants to train as an American Red Cross Lifeguard, we offer courses from December through June.
Claudia McLaughlin, Aquatics Director I have worked at the JCC since 1995 as a swim instructor, lifeguard, and Lifeguard Instructor. Before that I volunteered as an instructor with the First Foot Forward program, and also as an instructor for group lessons. I worked as pool manager for Richmond County Country Club from 1997 until 2011. I was promoted to Aquatics Director at the JCC in 2009 and have recently been promoted to full time and will also manage the Summer Swim Club at the JCC. I look forward to keeping the pool at the JCC ”the place to be” for all the swimming programs we have here! For further information or to register contact Claudia at 718.475.5215 or cmclaughlin@sijcc.com.
Babies R SwimmingBaby Nemos 6 months –2 1/2 years Put your child on the path to swimming. Introduces infants/toddlers to the pool with the comfort of their caregiver. An adult must accompany the child in the pool for the entire lesson.
Group Swimming Lessons: Level 1- Introduction to Water Skills “Tadpoles” Ages 3 + years. Introduction to swimming. They will learn breath control and underwater swimming. Certified instructors will be teaching children swimming on front and back, and treading. Level 2 – Fundamental Aquatic Skills “Whales” Ages 3 + years. Whales begin their training with the front crawl (freestyle), elementary backstroke, treading water and introduction to rhythmic breathing. Level 3 – Stroke Development “Sharks” Ages 5 + years. Our Sharks work on refining their Level 2 skills. Front crawl (freestyle) and backstroke skills are developed and diving is introduced. Level 4 – Stroke Improvement “Dolphins” Ages 6 + years. Refinement of Level 3 skills. This program will include freestyle, backstroke, introduction to breaststroke and butterfly and also diving and open turns. Children may be moved to appropriate level after first class.
Richmond Aquatics Club @ the JCC Ages 5-18 Our United States Swim Team will begin in September and run to August. There are four training groups. Placement into one of the four groups will be based on experience, ability level and a tryout administered by the coaches. Placement into the group is at the complete discretion of the coaches. Tryouts will be conducted the first week of September. Please check the website www.richmondaquaticsclub.com
JCC Pre-Competitive/Richmond Aquatics Ages 6 –18 Focus is on the four competitive strokes: Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Butterfly and also promotes the perfection of starts and turns. This program is designed for beginner swimmers with basic knowledge in all strokes, or the more advanced swimmer not quite ready for competition. This is an ongoing program. Please call for tryout times and appointments.
New York Swim Academy 12 and under Registration process for all new clients begins with a free evaluation class to assess child’s comfort level in the pool, and then recommending private or a group class placement. Students can join lessons at any time. Lessons are ongoing, year around. For more information please contact us at 347.982.5656 or nyswimacademy@gmail.com
Private Swim Lessons-Youth Nothing benefits the young swimmer more than personalized instruction. This class is designed for one-on-one instruction. Beginning at the current level of the child and working towards American Red Cross Level skills. Scheduled by appointment only.
Private Swim Lessons-Adult For those adults who want to be active and learn the basic skills to enjoy being in the water without being afraid. Students will work toward independent swimming skills or stroke improvement. Scheduled by appointment only.
Lifeguard Training and CPR Must be 15 years old and pass a preliminary swim test. Classes begin in December and continue through May/June.
Triathlon/Masters Training Adults 18 + An 8 week course consisting of stroke improvement and conditioning for tri-athletes and Masters swimmers. Designed to help swimmers improve fitness and/or train for specific goals and offer active support for a healthy lifestyle through friendship and camaraderie.
Splash/Aqua Zumba Whether you are looking for a change in your workout routine, giving overstressed or injured muscles a break, or just looking to have fun, SPLASH is for you! By combining the resistance of water, the power of specialized water equipment, and the energy of your favorite instructors, your workout becomes a whole new, energizing experience. This non-impact, total body workout welcomes all fitness levels. So, what are you waiting for? Go grab your swimsuit & SPLASH your way to a healthier you! Look for the group schedule for the days and times. Free to members.
Gender Swims Please check the online schedule for all gender swim times. Times may vary and are subject to change. Opposite gender locker rooms will be locked during the gender only swim session.
Aquatics Director Claudia McLaughlin • Certifications: American Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR/AED and First Aid. Lifeguard Training Instructor, Lay Responder CPR/AED Instructor, U.S. Coast Guard Basic Life Support/First Aid Instructor, American Heart Association BLS Instructor, Certified Pool Operator by NYC Department of Health, PADI Scuba Divemaster.
Coaches Jerry Gibbons - Head Coach Coach Gibbons has been coaching on Staten Island for the last 19 years. He has coached at all levels - interclub, high school and United States Swimming wherel he has coached all ages from 12 and unders to high school swimmers. Coach Gibbons began his USA Swimming coaching career as a 12 and under coach at Staten Island Aquatics. He then became an Assistant Senior Coach of the high school age athletes. He has helped swimmers reach High School States, Zones, Senior Mets, and most recently Sectionals. At the high school level, he has led the St. Peter's Boys High School team to three divisional championships ('96, '04 and '09) and this year were crowned Staten Island Champs for the fourth year in a row (20082011). In addition to being the head coach of Richmond Aquatics Club @ the JCC, Coach Gibbons is the History Department Chair, assistant dean and head swim coach at St. Peter's Boys High School. He has an undergraduate degree in History, a Masters in Secondary Education and Social Studies and a Masters in School Administration. Coach Gibbons' coaching philosophy is simple, "You take each swimmer where they are and do everything possible to make them better. Through hard work and dedication -- anything is possible." Brendan Quest - Senior Coach Brendan is in his third full season as the lead coach for senior group 2 at the Richmond Aquatics Club. Brendan also completed his 3nd season as head swimming and diving coach at Msgr. Farrell High School. He is a 2007 graduate of St. Francis College, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education. He is currently working on his Master of Science ED in Physical Education with a concentration in coaching at SUNY Cortland. Brendan was part of the SUNY Cortland Swimming & Diving team where he helped the team to three consecutive top three finishes at conference championships. A four year varsity swimmer, Brendan was a captain his senior season, also garnering an Advance All-Star selection.
Coach Mark Sazillo - Head Junior 1 Mark is entering his seventh season swimming. He is an active member of Richmond Aquatics Club. Mark swam for four years at St. Peter's High School under Coach Gibbons. During his senior year, as team captain, he helped lead the Eagles to capture their first Staten Island Championship in the school's history. He went on to compete with St. Francis College. He now competes in triathalons. Andew Salzillo - Assistant Coach Andrew is the newest member of our coaching staff. He began swimming for Coach Gibbons at St. Peter's Boys High School as a freshman. By the time he graduated he was a member of two record breaking team relays! He swam at Wagner Aquatics Club before becoming a member of Richmond Aquatics Club. He went on to swim for St. Francis College, where he is presently studying to become a high school science teacher.
Aquatics Instructors Chloe Ballestas • Certifications: American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor • CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer • First Aid • Lifeguarding • 3 years head coach and instructor for NYC Parks Department Dmitriy Goncharuk • Certifications: ASCA and USA Swimming coach certifications, Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard/CPR, First Aid • Over 20 years of swimming experience • 4 years of coaching experience, working with swimmers of every level. • Bilingual: Russian & English • Founder of New York Swim Academy Kristen Haimowitz • Certifications: Lifeguard, CPR/AED, First Aid. • 4 years member of Susan Wagner swim team, captain in her senior year. Sue Lecarreaux • Certifications: CPR/AED for Lifeguards, Safety Training for Swim Coaches, Standard First Aid. • An active Masters Swimmer, am a member of USA Swimming, US Masters Swimming, and the American Swimming Coaches Association. Roman Levitskiy • Certifications: City of New York as a Professional Rescuer, CPR/AED and Oxygen administration. • Bilingual: Russian and English. • Four years an instructor for NYC Parks Department Janine LoGelfo • Certifications: American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and Lifeguard, CPR/AED First Aid. • 10 years professional instructor • Registered USA swim coach Danielle Maurio • Certified in CPR/AED and Lifeguard/First Aid Training • 3 years coach for Village Greens Swim Team
Nicole Restrepo • Certifications: Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard/CPR/AED, First Aid • Experience as Instructor/lifeguard for 8 years Nikolay Shevchenko • Certifications: American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard/CPR, First Aid, Coach cert. (ASCA) • Over 24 years of swimming experience • 9 years of coaching experience, working with swimmers of every level. • Certified Member of the All-America Collegiate Swimming Team • NCAA US Nationals Winner • US Open and US Nationals qualifier • ECAC Champion and Records Holder • Over 9 years of extensive study in psychology, management and control of education • Bilingual: Russian and English Judy Welwart • Certifications – Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard/CPR/AED, First Aid.
Please call 718.475.5215 for appointments. Other instructors are available for your convenience as well.
Rules Indoor Pool: • Children 11 years and under must be accompanied by a guardian (16 and older) • Absolutely no glass containers on the pool deck or grass areas. • Only Kosher food allowed in facility. • No alcohol or anyone under the influence will be permitted. • Pool diapers a must, plastic pants recommended. • Non-swimmers must be accompanied in the pool with a guardian. (16 and older or as determined by lifeguard) • Proper Swim attire/Swim suits required. (no basketball shorts, etc…) • No pictures or videos in the pool area without first speaking to the life guard. Please respect the privacy of other members. • Please follow lap lane etiquette for lap or circle swim. • Children under the age of 13 are not allowed in the hot tub.
Rules Outdoor Pool: • Children 11 years and under must be accompanied by a guardian (16 and older) • Absolutely no glass containers on the pool deck or grass areas. • Only Kosher food allowed in facility. • No diaper changing in pool or grass area. Please use the locker rooms or family changing room. • No alcohol or anyone under the influence will be permitted. • Chairs and lounges are on a first come first served basis, no saving seats allowed. • 1 towel per person on the weekends. • Please use side entrance to outdoor pool and do not walk across indoor pool deck (especially with street shoes and carriages). • No noodles, kickboards, floats, etc… are permitted in outdoor pool. • Must be able to swim and pass a swim test before going onto slide. • Absolutely no goggles on face or around neck on the slide. • Pool diapers a must, plastic pants recommended. • No strollers on pool deck. Strollers are permitted in the lower grass area only. • Non-swimmers must be accompanied in the pool with a guardian. (16 and older or as determined by lifeguard) • Proper Swim attire/Swim suits required. (no basketball shorts, etc.) • No guests are permitted on Sundays. Rules of the pool are for your safety and safety and comfort of all members. Please be courteous to fellow members and follow the lifeguard’s instructions. Children over 3 years of age should use the Family Changing Room. Children of opposite genders are allowed in the locker rooms only if they are 2 and under.
Two Beautiful Pools with Observation Windows Lucille and Jay Chazanoff Indoor Pool Complex • INDOOR POOL - OLYMPIC SHORT COURSE (25 yd x 16 yd, 6 spacious lanes) Climate controlled 3 sets of glass doors overlook the outdoor pool Co-ed Whirlpool on pool deck Handicap accessible California Scoreboard
• OUTDOOR POOL - RECREATIONAL POOL (25 yd x 13 yd) with Wading Area “Fantastic Figure Eight” 12 1/2 foot high Water Slide Summer Swim Club set on beautifully landscaped grounds with plentiful seating and shade cabanas
• MEN’S AND WOMEN’S LOCKER ROOMS Amenities such as individual showers, hairdryers, soap, shampoo and conditioner Sauna & Steam Room in both locker rooms
• FAMILY CHANGING ROOM Amenities such as individual showers, hairdryers, soap, shampoo, conditioner and changing table
• NUMEROUS LAP SWIMMING, ADULT SWIMS AND FAMILY SWIM TIMES THROUGHOUT THE WEEK • HIGHLY QUALIFIED, EXPERIENCED LIFEGUARDS AND STAFF Rental, Sponsorship and Advertising opportunities available Contact Claudia McLaughlin, 718.475.5215 or cmclaughlin@sijcc.com
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