February Alliance

19 Shevat - 16 adar • 5781 • February 2021

Interactive & Virtual

FUNDRAISER CHAIRS Nicole Brown, Michael Miller, Morgan Orender, Rochelle Stoddard, Sam Stromberg, Brent Trager SEE PAGE 5 FOR INFORMATION

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SHALOM Dear Friends,

JCA BUILDING HOURS

It has been just over two years since I was blessed to assume the role of CEO of the JCA. Over the course of the past year, and all its challenges, the staff continues to amaze me with their creativity and dedication to the community.

Although February is a shorter month, the JCA has a tremendous number of activities for you to enjoy. If you are looking for a fun evening, a way to support an outstanding organization, and don’t want to worry about formal attire, then adam CHASKIN our Getaway with the JCA Annual Fundraiser is the place you should be on February 27. This night promises to be a fun and entertaining virtual experience while raising necessary funds to support the programs of the JCA and help ensure they are available for all members of our community.

I want to highlight some of what will be going on in our various departments this month.

Previously, our Theatre Department won the prestigious B’nai Tzedek grant to allow the continuation of its all-important Holocaust education production, Just Like Me, with the performance scheduled for April 11. This is an incredible opportunity for our youth to learn from some of the Holocaust survivors still in our community. The kids of JCA Theatre are hard at work practicing for their performance of The Little Mermaid going live onstage next month!

The J Institute has numerous programs this month, both in person and virtually, to afford all adults the opportunity to learn and grow. The JCA Young Concert Artists Series returns on February 14 with a performance by Xavier Foley. Thanks to the generosity of the Berman Family, these concerts bring top international talent to Jacksonville and remain free to the entire community.

While summer is still months away, registration for JCA Summer Camp has begun! We have exciting new offerings this summer and have added a second location for camp at The Jacksonville Jewish Center. This will allow our campers to enjoy over thirty acres of campgrounds. We are also launching Camp Kaytana, a series of one week specialty camps for the camper looking to focus on a specific area for the week.

Sun. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 am – 6 pm Mon – Thur. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30 am – 9 pm Fri. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30 am – 5 pm Sat. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 pm – 6 pm

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Jewish Community Alliance 8505 San Jose Boulevard Jacksonville, FL 32217 For additional program information and to register, please contact the JCA: (904)730-2100 P | (904)730-2444 F

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Rochelle Stoddard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Board Chair Adam Chaskin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chief Executive Officer Jamie Kennedy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Marketing Director Lee Lemay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Graphic Artist Chelsea Jarrell . . . . . . . . . . . Digital Marketing Manager

Court Reservations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 317

Enrollment for our award winning and #1 rated Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool and Kindergarten opens this month for the 2021-2022 school year. If you are a parent of a young child looking for structured activities to fill the day, take advantage of our Parent and Me classes. If your children are school age, we have numerous art, science, and recreation options available.

As always, check out our Wellness and Recreation opportunities for children and adults. Recently voted Best in Jax by Folio magazine, we’re proud of our incredible fitness instructors, staff, and virtual trainers that help bring the best of the JCA right to your home.

Wow, our staff sure knows how to pack it all in for your benefit! I look forward to seeing you around the JCA.

Adam Chaskin CEO

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TRIBUTES

In memory of...

TRACEY & KEN HILBERT’S BELOVED SON

by The Board & Staff of the JCA Regina & Adam Chaskin DR. MICHAEL SOLLOWAY

by The Board & Staff of the JCA Regina & Adam Chaskin Rochelle & David Stoddard Bunni & Myron Flagler JCA LIFE BOARD MEMBER BILL REIN

by The Board & Staff of the JCA Bunni & Myron Flagler Regina & Adam Chaskin Linda & David Stein SAMUEL PRICE

by The Board & Staff of the JCA Regina & Adam Chaskin RABBI SYLVIN WOLF

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SAM PRICE

by Michele & David Steinfeld Hollie & Hank Arnold Sonya Schwan LENA SISSELMAN

by Michele & David Steinfeld For the speedy recovery of...

BETTY ABISCH

by Michele Steinfeld In honor of...

JANE HUDAK’S BIRTHDAY AND RETIREMENT

by Michele & David Steinfeld KIM ZAVON’S BIRTHDAY

by Michele & David Steinfeld NICOLE BROWN’S BIRTHDAY

by Rochelle & David Stoddard DEBBIE & JEFF PARKER’S DAUGHTER’S ENGAGEMENT

by The Board & Staff of the JCA ASHTON BRODSKY’S BAR MITZVAH

by Michele & David Steinfeld THE BAT MITZVAH OF YOUR GRANDDAUGHTER, KYRA JAFFA

by Michele & David Steinfeld WILLIAM AND ANDREW BLOCK FAMILIES GAN YELADIM SCHOLARSHIP FUND In memory of...

JCA LIFE BOARD MEMBER BILL REIN

by Pam & Michael Korn For the speedy recovery of...

MYRON FLAGLER

by Hollie & Hank Arnold CULTURAL ARTS FUND In memory of...

JULIAN PRAGER

by Bob & Thelma Nied jcajax.org

Covid-19

JEWISH shelly AND FAMILY PROGRAMS hughes | theatre Director | 730 - 2100 ext. 252

THEATRE

protocols Please note, due to Covid-19 protocols, some programs and services are subject to change. If possible, virtual options will be offered. *Visit jcajax.org/reopening-plan to view JCA protocols and updated staus. *Children in early childhood (9mo or 12mo), Afterschool, J All Day and Study Central must be picked up by parents/ guardian at the end of enrichment classes. They are not permitted to return to their groups once removed.

Sat, Mar 6, 13 | 7:30 pm Sun, Mar 7 | 1 pm and 5 pm

Dance Trance is a workout program for all students that love music and dance.

Come check out what Dance Trance is all about.

Take advantage of unlimited classes for just $80 per month. *JCA membership is required.

Starring Finlay McNamara Maggie Duncan Clara Zeno, Asa Boothe Adaline Sowada Emily Parry Finola Kerley Alexis Feldman Desmond Taylor Harrison Truman Josh Draper Heather Timmerman Amit Sakofs Oriel Cohen Michaela Brietske Zoey Biagini Harper Miles Liza Finelt Nicole Dreyer Ita Shapiro Macon Norris Adoration Boothe Briana Logvinov Kristen Cazalas Jack Dreyer Sam Draper Claire Spillers Ellyette Howerton Emma Seymour Abigail Roberts Molly Draper Elena Gjenka Anastasia Beltz Mira Sakof Brooklyn Becker Josie Bides Stella Bides Zoe Harvin Sadie Phipps Tickets $10 Due to Covid restrictions, tickets are limited and must be pre-purchased. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Class Schedule: Tuesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 pm Wednesday. . . . . . . . 12 pm, 6:30 pm Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 pm Friday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 pm Sunday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 pm

REGISTRATION REQUIRED info@jcajax.org

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Heather Terrill | J Institute Program Manager | 730 - 2100 ext. 265

*See page 3 for JCA Covid-19 protocols.

J INSTITUTE Couple’s Yoga

Sun, Feb 21 | 2pm Join Gisela & Grant and fall into sync with your partner as you find a rhythm together with your breath, movement, and body positions, leading to an intimate and fulfilling experience. Registration required. $ 30 | Valued member couple $20

Fermented Food Tue, Feb 23 | 1pm Learn about the sources, functions, benefits, and impacts on our health as licensed Dietician Nutritionist Stacy Seslowsky teaches us about fermented foods. $ 8 | Valued member $5

OTHER PROGRAMS Vandroff Art Gallery Wine Down with Boutique Blooms Thu, Feb 25 | 6:30 – 8:30pm Join us for a blooming evening of flower arranging & some wine! Learn simple steps to create beautiful arrangements with flowers from any market anytime! Grab your bestie and come gather and create with us.

Registration required by February 22. $ 68 | Valued member $45

Feb 4- Mar 3 First Coast Pastel Society

Outdoor & Explore

Wed, Feb 17 | 9:30am Timucuan Ecological and Historical Preserve $ 5 | Free to valued members

We started the season off with the first of three concerts in The Berman Family Young Artists Concert Series for 2021. January featured pianist Do-Hyun Kim who provided a journey that shifted through many moods and emotions as he explored the complex pieces by Mozart, Schumann and Stravinsky. Enrapturing his audience immediately, he played with great delicacy stroking the keys like a long-lost love. And as quickly as he lulled them in with his sublime sounds, he stomped heavy rhythms and hammered notes creating a dynamic change in atmosphere. Ending with the magical shifts of Stravinsky’s Three Movements from “Petrushka,” his last piece took us through a volatile and thrilling conclusion. But that was not the end! Mr. Kim returned for an encore that was as gentle as the opening bringing his performance full circle.

Jonathan Swensen, Cellist Sun, Mar 14 | 3 pm Jonathan Swensen first fell in love with the cello upon hearing the Elgar Concerto at the age of six and ultimately made his concerto debut at the age of twenty performing that very piece with Portugal’s Orquestra Sinfónica do Porto Casa da Música conducted by his father, Joseph Swensen.

Mr. Swensen has captured First Prizes at the 2018 Young Concert Artists International Auditions, 2018 Khachaturian International Cello Competition, and 2019 Windsor International String Competition.

In his native Denmark, he was recipient of the Jacob Gades Scholarship in 2019, the Léonie Sonning Talent Prize in 2017, and First Prize at the 2016 Danish String Competition.

A graduate of the Royal Danish Academy of Music, Jonathan Swensen currently studies with Professor Torleif Thedéen at the Norwegian Academy of Music in Oslo.

Reservations are required for in person and virtual | Free to the community

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FUNDRAISER Saturday, February 27, 2021 at 7:30 pm COCKTAILS CONTACTLESS DINNER DELIVERY INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS

Chairs: Nicole Brown Michael Miller Morgan Orender Rochelle Stoddard Sam Stromberg Brent Trager Sponsors:* • Alex and Scot Ackerman • Karen and Philip Adler • Ansbacher and Schneider, P. A. • Berman Family Foundation • Block Family • Deborah and Lathun Brigman • Harriet and Ernest Brodsky • Barry Broudy • Browdy & Browdy, Inc. • Nicole and Andy Brown • LaVerne and Andy Cantor • Regina and Adam Chaskin • Sunny Gettinger and Trey Csar • DuBow Family Foundation • Susan Eaglstein • Mary and Jeffrey Edwards • Susan and Ronald Elinoff • Engel & Volkers • Flagler Family • Kristina and Matthew Flagler • Linda and Nathan Franzblau Committee: • Rachel Algee • Lathun Brigman • Regina Chaskin • Mary Edwards • Sierra Frisch • Sunny Gettinger • Faye Hedrick • Samantha Holtzman

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Frisch Family Meredith and Mark Frisch Susan and Martin Goetz Debbie and Melvin Gottlieb Nancy and Mark Green Helen Rowan and Paul Halloran Risa and Stuart Herman Paula and Kenneth Horn HUB International Limited iDeal Gas Ken Jacobs/GrayRobinson, P. A. Irene and James Jaffa Francine and Jim Kempner Iris and Mark Kraemer Whitney and Grant Kuvin Levin Family Foundation T he Lighthouse Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley • Janice and Bruce Lipsky • Tommy Mattox

• Daniel Miller - Brightway Insurance, Riverside • Monique and David Miller • Glenn and Michael Miller • Minuteman Press • Judy Mizrahi • Moore Stephens Lovelace, PA • Rachel and Craig Morgenthal • Thelma and Robert Nied • Parker and Wilf Families • Nancy and Gary Perlman • Suzanne Perritt • Evelyn and Stewart Pinsof • Edrea and Steven Porter • Kim and David Robbins • Rogers Towers, PA • Jeanine and Chaim Rogozinski • Emily and Erik Rostholder • Ryan, Marks and Stromberg Attorneys, LLP • Shari and Mark Saye

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Jan Lipsky Glenn Miller Monique Miller Rachel Morgenthal Thelma Nied Michelle Pargman Debbie Parker Kim Robbins

Ryan Saltz Fran Selevan Rebekah Selevan Deborah Shapiro Blair Sherman Kimberly Sisisky Linda Stein Randee Steinberg

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Selevan Family Foundation Ellen and Barry Setzer Sandy and Craig Shapiro Sylvia and Joel Shapiro Deborah and Steven Shapiro Steve Sherman/Dana Current Current/Sherman Group at Merrill Lynch Shorstein Family Kimberly and Richard Sisisky Starling at San Jose Linda and David Stein Lonnie and Bruce Steinberg TD Bank Terk Oncology Trager Family Foundation TTV Architects Sharon and Bruce Witten Randy Kammer and Jeffry Wollitz Zimmerman Family Foundation

*As of 02.09.2021

David Thompson Jennifer Thompson Alison Trager Haley Trager Nadine Terk Jeffrey Wiener Chase Zimmerman

For details on entertainment, menu options, additional information, or to donate, please call the JCA at 904-730-2100 ext. 318 or visit www.jcajax.org/getaway info@jcajax.org

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Amanda Collins | Youth Services Director| 730 - 2100 ext. 245

*See page 3 for JCA Covid-19 protocols.

YOUTH SERVICES

Whisk-y Business – Kids in the Kitchen

By Amanda Collins, Youth Services Director

“One of the secrets, and pleasures, of cooking is to learn to correct something if it goes awry; and one of the lessons is to grin and bear it if it cannot be fixed.”

- Julia Child In cooking, as with life, there are no mistakes. When a recipe goes wrong, one simply does their best to balance the flavors, salvage the dish and enjoy the outcome as much as possible.

Beyond teaching chefs to be flexible and creative, cooking helps individuals hone their fine motor skills and develop a valuable life skillset.

In Youth Services, we take pride in providing a variety of cooking classes catering to your own Julia Child or little Guy Fieri. From Easy Cheesy to Film Foodies to Dip, Dip, Hooray, the JCA is bound to have a cooking class for even the toughest food critics. As they say in Ratatouille, “Anyone can cook!”

END THEIR DAY AT THE JCA! Mon - Fri | 2:30 - 6 pm | Grades K - 8 State-of-the-art facility Power Hour: Sports, STEM and Art

Homework room with computer lab Free transportation (from select schools with minimun enrollment)

STUDY CENTRAL

Designed with quality and flexibility for preteens and teens (6th - 8th grade).

Study Central is 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 is available. Transportation provided as needed from select schools. Choose 2, 3 or 5 days per week. Optional enrichment opportunities such as sports, fitness and arts are taught by local professionals. Formulate a schedule that works for you and your busy student!

For details, call 730-2100 ext 245. Spaces are still available for the 2020-2021 school year!

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JEWISH rachel AND FAMILY PROGRAMS sandler | jewish educator | 730 - 2100 ext. 271 *See page 3 for JCA Covid-19 protocols.

JEWISH EDUCATION Purim Mitzvot

By Rachel Sandler, Jewish Educator Did you know that there are four mitzvot, commandments, for Purim? Purim is the story from the Book of Esther about the evil Haman and his plot to destroy all the Jews until Esther and Mordechai stop his plan.

One mitzvah is hearing the story of Purim, the Megillah, and making noise with groggers when Haman’s name is read aloud.

Another mitzvah is to give gifts to friends and neighbors which is called mishloach manot. This usually includes two different types of food in a basket.

The third mitzvah is eating a special meal named seudah.

The last mitzvah is to give to the needy called matanot l’evyonim. This honors Esther and Mordechai in their saving of the Jewish people. To fulfill this mitzvah, a donation of money, clothing or food can be made.

Purim starts at sundown on February 25 and ends at sundown on February 26, so during this time you and your family can try to perform one of more of these mitzvot.

Theresa Levy | ECE Director | 730 - 2100 ext. 237

MICHELE BLOCK GAN YELADIM

*See page 3 for JCA Covid-19 protocols.

Revamped Tot Shabbat

By Danielle Wirsansky

The Tot Shabbat is a staple of any Jewish preschool and Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool & Kindergarten has long offered the program. But starting in 2021, Tot Shabbat will take on a new format and style.

The course will be offered monthly and virtually, and each class will be focused on a specific Jewish Holiday. January was Tu B’shevat, while February is focused on Purim and March on Passover. Participants will learn about and do a craft or activity tied to the holiday. Supply lists will be sent out in advance so that families can have their supplies ready to go at home for the course.

Tot Shabbat will also now be led by family favorite instructor, Renée Schreck. Prior to marriage and raising three children, Renée Schreck enjoyed working as a school psychologist, teacher, and Exceptional Student Education specialist. She holds several current Florida certifications and considers herself a lifelong learner. For the past 20 years, Renée has had the good fortune to facilitate various preschool enrichment classes, including Sensory Sensations in Gan Yeladim’s Parent & Me program, as well as those based on cooking and art. Renée and her husband have travelled extensively, and her interests include cooking, shopping, reading and live theatre.

Participation in Tot Shabbat is free and open to the community as part of Gan Yeladim’s Parent & Me Program. info@jcajax.org

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RICK SAMPLE Five-time record holding powerlifter, Rick Samples, trained for the Florida State Powerlifting Championship (2017) while a member of the JCA. “There is sufficient equipment to squat, bench press and deadlift heavily and safely,” not to mention “super effective tools such as bands, chains, a safety squat bar and a hex deadlift bar that are used by competitive strength athletes everywhere.” Rick has been competing since 1985. His best lifts at a single competition were: 600lb Squat, 507lb Bench, and 600lb Deadlift at the AAPF Southern States Meet (Equipped).

Rick first became a member after his neighbor, Fitness Director Eiffel Gilyana, invited him to check out the JCA. “I was impressed by the spotless facility and variety of programs for the family.” Rick especially enjoys sharing his love of strength training with his children and has regular father-daughter training sessions at the JCA. “Strength training with your children is one of the best ways to build healthy habits, create a common bond and make great memories.

I have trained my sons as well and, even though they are grown, we still train together when schedules permit.”

Through the years, to maintain his impressive strength, Rick has had to dedicate himself to a vigorous training routine, sacrificing social activities and even overcoming a shoulder surgery in 2008. While not everyone needs to become a powerlifter, Rick suggests everyone incorporate resistance training in their fitness routine. “So many studies have shown that strength training is beneficial to people of every age. Even the elderly can build muscle mass. Honestly, there are no down sides.” For those that don’t enjoy strength training, Rick suggests experimenting with training styles. “There are so many ways to incorporate strength training into your fitness lifestyle. One size does not fit all.”

But for those interested in powerlifting, Rick shares his best advice: “Technique, technique, technique. Focus on technical perfection before trying to add a lot of weight on the bar. The strength gains will come once a firm foundation is built. There is a lot that goes into meet preparation. I would love to talk to anyone with competitive aspirations.”

RECORDS

1987 Teenage American Record - Bench Press 365 lbs (American Drug Free Powerlifting Association) 2006 American Record - Squat 518 (Raw) (Amateur Athletic Union - Raw Sub-masters (35-39) Lifetime Drug Free Division) 2006 American Record - Bench 421 (Raw) (Amateur Athletic Union - Raw Sub-masters (35-39) Lifetime Drug Free Division) 2006 American Record - Bench 507 (Equipped) (Amateur American Powerlifting Federation Sub-Masters 35-39) 2012 American Record - 407.5 (Raw) (American Powerlifting Federation Masters 45-49)

The Maccabees were Jewish rebel warriors and heroes of the Chanukkah story. Maccabee means “hammer” and has become a symbol of physical might, spiritual strength and mental resilience in the face of adversity.

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JEWISH Rio ANDRobinson FAMILY| Sports PROGRAMS and Recreation Director | 730 - 2100 ext. 250 *See page 3 for JCA Covid-19 protocols.

SPORTS AND RECREATION

FAST FREDDY’S

TAEKWONDO ACADEMY Taekwondo is an exciting martial art that combines a variety of kicks, strikes, and blocks into a dynamic system of sport, self-defense, and fun. More importantly, taekwondo is an activity that reinforces positive characteristics to assist individuals to become better citizens of the community. Through regular training, participants develop and learn the value of self-confidence, self-control, courtesy, integrity, perseverance, and indomitable spirit. Master Frederick Vescera brings a lot of experience and energy having taught all ages from 3-75 years old while embodying the 5 tenets of Taekwondo.

MASTER FREDERICK VESCERA: 3rd Degree Certified Black belt and 1st in Hapkido 25 years of Taekwondo Training

UNIFORM REQUIREMENT Taekwondo Uniforms (Dobok) will be required.

Master Freddy will reach out to registered participants about uniform requirements. The estimated uniform cost is $30.

TAEKWONDO BELT REQUIREMENT Master Freddy will consult the class for who is eligible for belt testing ($40.00) MONDAY AND THURSDAY Ages 3 - 6 4 - 4:45 pm Ages 7 - 12 5 - 6 pm Ages 13+ 6:30 - 7:30 pm Session I March 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29, April 1, 5 Session II April 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29, May 3, 6 Session III May 13, 20, 24, 27, June 3, 7, 10, 17 (no class May 17 or May 31)

20 years experience as Taekwodo Instructor 9 time state and regional champion 5 national champion time gold medalist 10 years of personal training 3 years of wrestling experience Min/Max: 4/15 (per age group)

8 Classes $150 | $100 Valued Member

2021

YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

League Dates: April 11 - May 23 Ages 10 - 15 Feb 22 | 5 pm

Mandatory Assessment Dates Ages 8 - 9 Feb 23 | 5 pm

Ages 4 - 7 Feb 24 | 5 pm

Contact Mike at mike.may@jcajax.org or ext. 254 if you have questions or are interested in volunteering to coach.

140 | Valued Member $93

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Josie Martin | Aquatics Manager | 730 - 2100 ext. 240

AQUATICS

*See page 32 for JCA Covid-19 protocols.

Private Swim Lessons

One on one private instruction for all ages 6 months and older. Each lesson is 30 minutes in length.

Call for availability.

Group Lessons Monthly Program

4:1 student to instructor ratio.

Little Makos (Ages 2 - 5 yrs) Jr. Makos (Ages 6 - 13 yrs) Mon/Wed or Tues/Thurs Little and Jr. Makos 4:30 pm

Parent & Me Swim Lessons (Ages 6 mo - 3 yrs) Sundays 10 - 10:30 am Mondays 10 - 10:30 am

Sensory Safe Swimmers

1 Day Week 100 | Valued Member 50 2 Day Week $150 | Valued Member $75 Private lessons available by appointment. $

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This is a new program specifically designed for swimmers with autism. The ratio is one or two swimmers per certified instructor.

Sun | 4:30 - 5 pm and 5 - 5:30 pm Session II Feb 28, Mar 7, 14, 21, Apr 11, 18 $ 150 | Valued Member $100

JCA Swim Team and Swim Lessons; Doing It Safely!

By Josie Martin, Aquatics Manager

We, at the JCA, have found a way to safely hold swim team practice and swim lessons during COVID. We have had a successful few months with the swimmers refining their strokes and getting ready for the future. We prepare all swimmers to be able to transition to the Makos Summer Swim Team if they wish to do so.

For the swim team, the swimmers swim one length of the pool in one lane and return in another lane. They then exit the pool and stand on designated areas 6 feet apart from each other.

All of our Red Cross trained coaches and swim instructors wear masks during the practices and swim lessons; they also disinfect all equipment after each use. We are learning to adapt to the “new norm”; the swimmers are learning a lot during this time. Go Makos!

For more information on swim team or swim lessons, contact Josie at ext. 240, or at Josie.martin@jcajax.org.

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Aline Berkenbrock | Tennis Professional 730 - 2100 ext. 317 AQUATICS

*See page 32 for JCA Covid-19 protocols.

TENNIS TENNIS: A SPORT FOR LIFE

By Aline Berkenbrock, Tennis Professional Helping your child find the perfect sport can be tough. You want something active, socially engaging and with low risk of injuries. Tennis is an excellent sport for young athletes, and it is a lot more than just fun time on the court. There are physical as well as mental, emotional and social benefits of playing tennis.

Growing up playing tennis can help your child grow in numerous ways. Tennis teaches respect, fair play, discipline and mental toughness. Physically, it teaches hand-eye coordination, balance, agility, speed, strength and much more. Perhaps the biggest benefit of it all, is that tennis is a lifelong sport. Thanks to the low-impact and noncontact nature of the game, tennis carries a low risk of injury and offers unique opportunities to continue working on skill mastery until an advanced age.

Give your child the present of a sport that can be played for life!

Junior Tennis Clinics

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.

For more information on specific clinic dates, please contact ext. 317.

Pee-wee Quick Start (Ages 4 - 6) Wed | 4:15 - 5 pm Thur | 4:30 - 5:15 pm Junior Quick Start (Ages 7 - 10) Tues | 4:30 - 5:30 pm For our intermediate to advanced players, these clinics focus on stroke production, consistency and match play to help older players feel more comfortable during point play and matches.

Junior Varsity (Ages 11 - 13) Thur | 5:30 - 6:30 pm Varsity (Ages 13 - 18) Mon | 5 - 6 pm

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