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The Bonnie & Donald Dwares Jewish Community Center

401 Elmgrove Avenue | Providence, RI 02906 | 401.421.4111 | jewishallianceri.org

Class & Program Guide: Spring 2015 Table of Contents: Fitness Classes for Adults page 3 Group Ex for Adults pages 4 - 5 Fit Forever: For Seniors page 5 Senior CafĂŠ page 6 Registration pages 7 - 8 Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers page 9 Enrichment Classes for Children ages 5 - 12

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Tweens & Teens ages 8 - 17

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Aquatics pages 12 - 13 J-Space After School & Out-of-School-Care for ages 5 - 11

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Spring into the Dwares JCC! Are you looking to improve your body, mind or spirit? Maybe you're interested in meeting new people in a safe and friendly environment of community and inclusiveness?

A Dwares JCC membership affords you access to a variety of outstanding social, cultural, and educational activities that celebrate family, foster health and wellbeing, embrace tradition, create friendships, and expand cultural horizons. To learn more about a JCC membership and all it has to offer, contact our Member Services Office at 401.421.4111 or memberservices@jewishallianceri.org.

Registration is open. HOW TO REGISTER Online: register.jewishallianceri.org In Person: Member Services Office Phone: 401.421.4111 Fax: 401.331.7961

Dwares Rhode Island

Dwares JCC 401 Elmgrove Avenue Providence, RI 02906

Fitness Classes for Adults register.jewishallianceri.org

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Personal Training on land and or in the pool What are the benefits of having a personal trainer? Personal trainers can help you: • Find and maintain motivation • Increase fitness performance • Train for an upcoming fitness event • Recuperate from an injury • Learn and maintain proper diet and nutrition At J-Fitness, we pride ourselves on having the best team of Certified Personal Trainers. Our trainers aren’t here just to put you through a workout. Aside from being Certified Personal Trainers, our staff all have special skills from swimming to running, rowing, Olympic lifting, and much more! Our trainers have a vested interest in your health. At J-Fitness, our mission is to make a positive impact on your life. Become a member of the Dwares JCC and all of our Group Exercise classes are FREE! Not a Member? Only $12 drop-in rate, or buy a punch card for 10 classes and get the 11th class free. For schedules, visit jewishallianceri.org. For more information on becoming a Dwares JCC member, contact Membership Services at 401.421.4111.

Functional Fitness Want to take your fitness to the next level? Our new Functional Fitness class geared around the TRX® suspension system will help you achieve the results you want fast. Used by Olympians and rehab patients alike, TRX® allows users to safely perform hundreds of functional movements to build strength, flexibility, and balance. In addition to TRX®, classes will incorporate bodyweight exercises, kettlebells, medicine balls, and battle ropes to enhance your overall power, agility, and endurance. Ages: 18+ Drop-in: $18 per class | Members: $12 per class 15 Class Package: $225 | Members: $135

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Group EX Classes for Adults Become a member of the Dwares JCC and all of your Group Exercise classes are FREE. Not a Member? Only $12 drop-in rate, or buy a punch card for 10 classes and get the 11th class free. All classes are 50 minutes unless otherwise noted. Mind/Body Yoga: Tones the whole body and will bring you greater strength, stamina, flexibility, structural alignment, balance and most importantly, will help you to stay relaxed. Our instructors come from a variety of disciplines. For specific information about a class or instructor speak with a J-Fitness staff member. Some classes are 75 minutes, visit jewishallianceri.org for details. Pilates: A holistic approach to total body conditioning emphasizing the use of the mind and the breath for the execution of controlled and concentrated movements. Pilates is for those who want a firm, yet flexible body. Whether you’re out-ofshape or a trained athlete, Pilates can be easily modified to individual body needs. We also offer women’s only classes.

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Aerobic/Strength J-Fit: Our umbrella term for aerobic and strength training classes. Emphasis varies by class and instructor, but you can be sure you’ll walk out tired and toned. Step: Get an intense cardio workout using an adjustable step. Some sessions also incorporate muscle conditioning utilizing free weights. Box: Punch and kick your way to a total-body workout by keeping your heart rate up while strengthening various muscle groups, particularly the all-important core! Cycling (reservations recommended) Cycle: A stationary cycling workout that simulates the riding positions used on real road racing bikes. Participants follow the beat of music and transform the energy from the music into powerful pedal strokes. Spinball: A condensed cycle workout followed by medicine ball exercises for a balanced, full body workout.

Dance Barre: A non-impact, total body workout combining elements of Pilates, yoga and ballet to target all major muscle groups to reshape the entire body. The results are improved posture, toned arms and legs, and a strong core. Zumba: A fusion of Latin and international music dance themes creating a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system. The routines feature interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body with easy-tofollow dance steps. Zumba is a hip swingin’, body pumpin’, booty shakin’ way to get a total body workout. Bellydance: Learn a graceful, fun, and exciting new art form while working several muscle groups. Learn world dance with moves taken from US Tribal, African, Egyptian, Middle Eastern, Turkish and Moroccan styles. Dance with veils to exotic world music.

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30th Annual Dwares JCC

GOLF

Monday, June 8, 2015

Dwares Rhode Island

For information about this event or community/corporate sponsorship opportunities, contact Hillary Schulman at 401.421.4111 ext. 127 or hschulman@jewishallianceri.org.

Group EX & Fit Forever: For Seniors 30-Min Classes Medball Madness: It’s just you and a medicine ball for 30 minutes. Slam, toss, press, and twist your way through this functional class. Hard Core: Participants will learn how to build the most powerful, stable, and capable core possible through a range of exercises using body weight, stability balls, and mini balls. Water Fitness Aqua Aerobics This shallow water workout includes calisthenics-style movements with variations of upper and lower body resistive moves. Participants march, jog, and ski through the water to create resistance to improve cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance, and flexibility. Each instructor uses his or her creativity to keep the pace moving and the activities interesting. As the participant, you manipulate the water to create your preferred level of intensity. No swim skills necessary.

Deep Water Aqua Aerobics Prepare yourself for the ultimate no-impact workout. This deep water class will use selected flotation devices for suspension in deep water and create a challenging aerobic interval workout using adaptations (jogging, cross country skiing, and jacks). Expect powerful moves and full range of motion to improve your strength, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility. No swim skills necessary. Intermediate level. Women’s Deep Water Workout Prepare yourself for the ultimate no-impact workout. This deep water class will use selected flotation devices for suspension in deep water and create a challenging aerobic interval workout using adaptations (jogging, cross country skiing, and jacks). Expect powerful moves and full range of motion to improve your strength, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility. No swim skills necessary. Intermediate level.

Visit jewishallianceri.org to view our complete Group Ex schedule.

Looking for more Aquatics classes? Turn to page 12, or contact London Blake at lblake@jewishallianceri.org or 401.421.4111 ext. 153

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Fit Forever: For Seniors Fit Forever classes are a great place for seniors to connect with friends and meet new people. Our diverse instructors will stimulate your passion for exercise to make you want to participate in all our Fit Forever classes. Each Fit Forever class combines strength conditioning and functional training with movement and balance as well as stretching, range of motion, and posture alignment. All classes are 45 minutes and are open to every fitness level. These classes are also free for members and have a $5 drop-in rate for non-members.You can also buy a punch card for 10 classes and get the 11th class free. Fit Forever: Movement & Balance Let’s move and have fun! Some strength conditioning is included. Balance and body awareness are a plus. Fit Forever: Strength, Stretch, & Range of Motion This class uses strength and functional training as well as balance exercises. Range of motion exercises focus on joints to help maintain quality of living. Fit Forever: Water Walking Enjoy the benefits of therapeutic water exercises including walking, toning, stretching, and strengthening. No swimming experience necessary.

J-Fitness in Collaboration with RI Rehab J-Fitness and RI Rehab have been working as a team since 2004. In addition to our excellent fitness classes available to members, RI Rehab offers classes taught by Jennifer Davis, MSPT, and Marcia Eppler, PTA, to both members and non-members. Classes include movement and balance, group and private Pilates for people with injuries, and dance for those with Parkinson’s Disease. Whether you have neurological challenges, a bad back, or other injuries, classes are always taught by experienced and licensed physical therapists. Physical therapy screening is FREE and recommended prior to taking classes in order to help us meet your specific needs. No doctor’s referral is required. For more information contact Maria Flynn at RI Rehab: 401.490.9780

Senior Cafe

Senior Café Jewish Family Service invites you to join us for the Kosher Senior Café at the Dwares JCC: Lunch and entertainment on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Lunch is served at 12 noon.

“Game Day” Mondays, 1:00-2:30pm We will play a game of your choice. Bring one of your own or play one of ours; we have several from which to choose. Dance Therapy with Donna Christafulli First Friday of each month 11:15am – 12:00pm Dance therapy, or dance movement therapy, is the psychotherapeutic use of movement and dance for emotional, cognitive, social, behavioral, and physical conditions. Dance movement therapy strengthens the body/mind connection through body movements to improve both the mental and physical well-being of individuals. As a form of expressive therapy, dance movement therapy is founded on the basis that movement and emotion are directly related. The ultimate purpose of dance movement therapy is to find a healthy balance and sense of wholeness. Tai Chi for Arthritis with Dr. Carlow, D. Ac. (Certified Instructor of the Tai Chi for Arthritis Program) Fridays: March 13, April 24, May 29, then the second Friday of the month 11:15am - 12:00pm This Tai Chi for Arthritis Program uses Sun-style Tai Chi because of its slow, gentle movements to strengthen and mobilize joints and muscles, improve physical fitness and improve mental relaxation. The ancient discipline of Tai Chi combines agile steps, joint-safe

register.jewishallianceri.org exercise and mental strength to improve mobility, breathing, and relaxation in ways that help you feel in greater control over your daily life. Feel great, stay fit, and keep moving! It’s a joint-safe way for people of all ages to enjoy life and meet new friends, while taking control of your physical, emotional and mental health. The Tai Chi for Arthritis Program has been shown in scientific studies to reduce pain, stiffness & fatigue, as well as improve physical function, muscle strength, flexibility, mobility, and balance. Bring a friend and try it! URI Pharmacy Program Third Wednesday of each month 1:00 – 2:00pm Informational programs about health and medications for seniors Nutrition As We Age Wednesday, April 15 A discussion of ways we can best meet our nutritional needs with dietary recommendations and supplementation as we age.

Wound Care Wednesday, May 20 Join us for a discussion on the different stages of wounds, their causes, and physical properties and how we can best treat them. Should we bandage or not? If so, what is the most appropriate bandage to use? Learn the importance of recognizing signs of infection in a wound. Birthday Celebrations for the Month with Live Music Third Friday of each month Presents for all who have a birthday in that month April 17: Violin Music for Everyone with Hagop Anmahian May 15: Frank Castle June 19: The Amazing Nicolas King Nicolas King has been performing since age 4. He was first seen on Broadway in ‘Beauty & the

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Beast’, then in ‘A Thousand Clowns’ opposite Tom Selleck, and ‘Hollywood Arms’ directed by Hal Prince, all before age 13. Other credits include 8 consecutive annual performances on The Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon, ABC’s ‘The View’, NBC’s ‘Today Show, ‘Liza & David’, and twice on ‘The Tonight Show’ with Jay Leno. Nicolas went on the road with Liza Minnelli to perform as the opening act during her 2006 tour. The Mabel Mercer Foundation awarded Nicolas their coveted ‘Julie Wilson Award’ at the 2010 Cabaret Convention at Rose Hall at Jazz @ Lincoln Center. He has also appeared in more than a dozen national television commercials and various performances across the country, including ‘Talent America’. He has a brand new album (“Nineteen”) available now on CDbaby, Apple iTunes and other music retailers Annual Community Passover Model Seder at Temple Am David Friday, March 20 11:00am – 1:00pm Annual West Bay Kosher Senior Café Anniversary Party Friday, June 26 11:00am - 1:30pm Transportation provided from Dwares JCC. All Kosher Senior Café Programs are FREE and open to the public. Lunch is a suggested donation of $3 for people ages 60+ or those people under age 60 with a disability. Lunch reservations required two days in advance. For reservations or more information, call Neal or Elaine at 401.421.4111 ext.107

Dwares JCC Spring 2015 Registration Form To register by mail, detach, complete, and return this form with your payment. All classes must meet minimum enrollment requirements. We reserve the right to cancel any activity due to insufficient enrollment. All classes are available to members and non-members alike. Every child, regardless of age, must be listed on membership to receive member prices for children’s classes. BY MAIL: BY FAX: ONLINE:

Send form with check, credit card info, or money order to: Dwares JCC, 401 Elmgrove Avenue, Providence, RI 02906 Fax form to: 401.331.7961 (credit card payment only) Visit register.jewishallianceri.org

Tell us about yourself: Name Member Account Number (if known) Street Address City State Zip Email address Home Phone Cell Phone

If you are under 18: Parent/Guardian 1 name Emergency Phone Email Parent/Guardian 2 name Emergency Phone Email

Tell us about who’s participating in a class: Name 1 Sex Age Date of Birth School (if applicable)

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Name 2 Sex Age Date of Birth School (if applicable)

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Dwares JCC Spring 2015 Registration Form (youâ€™re almost done!) Which class(es) did you choose: Participant Name Class Name Class ID# Day of Class Time Class Fee

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Babies, Toddlers & Preschoolers Little Chefs Does your child like to help in the kitchen? Encourage your child to explore age-appropriate culinary skills through preparing simple recipes and learning about healthy choices. Each class will incorporate stories introducing a variety of foods, and best of all, the opportunity to taste delicious treats! Please advise us of any food allergies when signing up. Ages: 3 - 5 Mondays, 4:00 - 5:00pm April 27 - June 8 6 classes No class: May 25 Price: $128 | Members: $96 ID: 10885 Parent/Toddler Swim Class Introduce your baby or toddler to the joys of swimming with this exciting program of water exploration, songs, and beginning skill development...all with the comfort of you and the instructor in the pool. Ages: 6 months – 3 years Sundays, 10:00am April 26 - June 7 6 classes No class: May 24 Price: $120 | Members: $60 ID: 10896 Sundays, 10:30am April 26 - June 7 6 classes No classes: May 24 Price: $120 | Members: $60 ID: 10897 Saturdays, 10:30am May 2 - June 6 5 classes No classes: May 23 Price: $100 | Members: $50 ID: 10898

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Rock-a-Baby Come learn that music is within you from the minute you crawl! Rock-a-Baby is an interactive, educational music experience for you and your toddler. Join three energetic musicians to explore rock, pop, blues, traditional, and classical music by singing songs, playing games and instruments, and dancing. Each week a different theme will be explored with the help of whimsical puppets— Rhythm, Melody, and Harmony! To register or for information, contact Marc Trachtenberg at 401.524.7113 or info@rock-a-baby.net or www.rock-a-baby.net . Ask about our sibling discount! Payment must be in the form of cash or check made out to Rock-a-Baby RI. Tuesdays, 9:30am & 10:30am May 5 – June 23 8 Sessions Price: $158 | Members: $136 Price w/sibling 6 months and up: $240 Members w/sibling ages 6 months and up: $216 Wednesdays, 9:30am, 10:30am, 3:45pm, 4:45pm & 5:45pm May 6 – June 24 8 sessions Price: $158 | Members: $136 Price w/sibling 6 months and up: $240 Members w/sibling ages 6 months and up: $216

Looking for more Aquatics classes? Turn to page 12, or contact London Blake at lblake@jewishallianceri.org or 401.421.4111 ext. 153

PJ Library Storytimes Fridays, April 17 & May 22 10:00am Alliance Family Room Parenting Center 401 Elmgrove Avenue, Providence Join us for a holiday themed story time, with PJ Library books, songs and movement, crafts, and a holiday themed snack. Children ages 5 and under are welcome. For more information about PJ Library and/or storytimes, contact Michelle Cicchitelli at 401.421.4111 ext. 178 or mcicchitelli@jewishallianceri.org.

Enrichment Classes for Children ages 5 - 12 playSCIENCE After School playSCIENCE classes are all about hands-on exploration. Each week, playSCIENTISTS will learn about a new scientific concept by conducting three exciting experiments, and students will leave each class with one to take home. Parents, brush up on your science knowledge nowâ€”there will be a lot more science questions coming your way! Ages: 5 - 8 Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00pm April 28 - June 9 7 Classes Price: $140 | Members: $105 ID: 10886 playMUSIC After School playMUSIC is all about having fun with music. In this class, your child will have the opportunity to be a musician, a composer, a singer, or a dancer; sometimes all in one day! There will be wiggling and giggling, and most importantly, there will be fun. Activities will include drum circles, sing-alongs, instrument introductions, parades, instrument making and more. At the end of the session, students will take home a custom-made up-cycled instrument! Ages: 5 - 8 Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:00pm April 28 - June 9 7 Classes Price: $140 | Members: $105 ID: 10887 Pottery & Sculpture Fire up your imagination with clay creations! Learn different hands-on clay techniques to create works of art. Individual instruction allows students to develop at their own pace Ages: 5 - 12 Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00pm April 29 - June 10 7 Classes Price: $121 | Members: $91 ID: 10888

Potterâ€™s Wheel Learn the basics of throwing clay to create clay bowls, vases, and more. Students will be able to glaze their own creations and use them. This class features one-onone instruction with our pottery teacher. Limited enrollment. Ages: 8 - 12 Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:00pm April 29 - June 10 7 Classes Price: $121 | Members: $91 ID:10889 Advanced Pottery This class offers students who already have some experience working with clay the possibility to explore on a deeper level the clay universe and its potential. Students will explore the three-dimensional aspects of clay using tools and glazing techniques. Ages: 8 - 12 Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:00pm April 29 - June 10 7 Classes Price: $121 | Members: $91 ID: 10890 Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Dungeons & Dragons is a fantasy role-playing game. D&D players create their own characters, and the adventures begin. Our Dungeon Master Phil Hirons has been guiding players for over 20 years. In this 90-minute class, Phil is the game referee and also the storyteller. Together, players solve problems, start and end battles, and improve leadership and creative skills while debating and developing new strategies. Ages: 8 - 15 Thursdays, 4:30 - 6:00pm April 30 - June 11 7 Classes Price: $168 | Members: $126 ID: 10891 Little Tennis (indoor) In Little Tennis, your child will learn the most basic parts of the game of tennis. No previous

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tennis experience is required! The objective of this class, which introduced racquet and ball control skills, is for children to develop basic motor skills and better hand-eye coordination through a variety of creative and fun games. Most importantly, children will learn all about fair play in the game of tennis while having fun.You are welcome to bring your own racquet; otherwise one will be provided for your child. Ages: 5 - 8 Wednesdays, 4:15 - 5:00pm April 29 - June 10 7 Classes Price: $105 | Members: $84 ID: 10892 Introduction to Tennis (indoor) This introductory level tennis class requires no previous experience! The instructor will focus on teaching players the fundamentals of tennis strokes and working on hand-eye-foot coordination, athleticism, tennis footwork, court movements, and most importantly, fair play while having fun! Ages: 9 - 11 Wednesdays, 5:00 - 5:45pm April 29 - June 10 7 Classes Price: $105 | Members: $84 ID: 10893 Youth Yoga This introductory level yoga class is for children to begin learning the very basics of yoga. This class focuses on body awareness and some self-exploration. Balancing poses, breathing exercises, and creative relaxation techniques are only a few of the skills your child will have when leaving the class. Ages: 6 - 9 Mondays, 5:00 - 5:45pm April 27 - June 8 7 Classes Price: $71 | Members: $56 ID: 10894 Looking for Aquatics classes? Turn to page 12!

Classes for Tweens & Teens ages 8 - 17 Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Dungeons & Dragons is a fantasy role-playing game. D&D players create their own characters, and the adventures begin. Our Dungeon Master Phil Hirons has been guiding players for over 20 years. In this 90-minute class, Phil is the game referee and also the storyteller. Together, players solve problems, start and end battles, and improve leadership and creative skills while debating and developing new strategies. Ages: 8 - 15 Thursdays, 4:30 - 6:00pm April 30 - June 11 7 Classes Price: $168 | Members: $126 ID: 10891 Teen Yoga This introductory level yoga class for teen members can be practiced by all! Our instructors will emphasize linking breathing with movement. Body awareness and key breathing techniques are an important part of yoga and will be a key focus in this class. Teens of all fitness levels are encouraged to join and try this new offering! Open to members only. Ages: 12 - 17 Tuesdays, 3:30 - 4:15pm April 28 - June 12 7 Classes Free for Teen Members! ID: 10895

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WANTED

Swimmers for the TigerSharks Spring/Summer Team ages 7 - 18

TigerSharks Spring/Summer Swim Team is non-competitive and focuses on building swim skills in a fun and supportive environment. Swimmers work on swim endurance, stroke technique, breathing, diving, and flip turns. Games and relays spark great conditioning and fun for all. Participants are grouped by ability. Swimmers must be able to comfortably swim a minimum of 50 yards without stopping or receiving assistance from the side of the pool or lane lines. Practice Times: Level 1: Monday – Thursday 4:30 – 5:30pm Level 2: Monday – Thursday 4:30 – 6:00pm and Friday 4:00 – 5:30pm Monthly Payments: Level 1: $48 | Members: $30 Level 2: $54 | Members: $36

Annual Payment: Price: $175 | Members: $125

For payment and registration information, contact London Blake at 401.421.4111 ext. 153 or lblake@jewishallianceri.org

Are you looking for something to do after school? Become a Teen Member at the Dwares JCC and join the fun! Our new and improved Teen Lounge features a variety of activities including: • Foosball • Nintendo Wii • Computers • Homework Help • Weekly activities such as cooking, social action projects, scavenger hunts, board game tournaments, science experiments, and more! As a teen member, you can also take free yoga classes, enjoy open gym and swim times, and take advantage of the fitness center. For more information contact Seth Finkle at 401.421.4111 ext. 146 or sfinkle@jewishallianceri.org.

Aquatics HEATED INDOOR POOL Immerse yourself in a variety of pool activities. We offer open swim time, adult swim time, gender-specific swim time, American Red Cross Learn-toSwim classes for all ages and all swim levels, lifeguard training, and water fitness classes in shallow and deep water. From adult master swim classes to TigerSharks Swim Club, we have a program thatâ€™s right for you! Use of our pool for regularly scheduled swim times is FREE for members. Not a member? Drop-in fee is $12 for adults and $6 for children younger than 13 years old. View our pool schedule and classes online at jewishallianceri.org or contact our Aquatics Department at 401.421.4111 ext. 153. Parent/Toddler Swim Class Introduce your baby or toddler to the joys of swimming with this exciting program of water exploration, songs, and beginning skill development...all with the comfort of you and the instructor in the pool. Ages: 6 months â€“ 3 years Sundays, 10:00am April 26 - June 7 6 classes No class: May 24 Price: $120 | Members: $60 ID: 10896 Sundays, 10:30am April 26 - June 7 6 classes No classes: May 24 Price: $120 | Members: $60 ID: 10897 Saturdays, 10:30am May 2 - June 6 5 classes No classes: May 23 Price: $100 | Members: $50 ID: 10898

register.jewishallianceri.org Level 1: Introduction to Aquatic Skills Structured activities that introduce children to the basics of water safety including entering and exiting the pool using the ladder; submerging eye, face, and nose; and last but not least, front and back floats. Ages: 4+ Sundays, 11:00am April 26 - June 7 6 classes No classes: May 24 Price: $120 | Members: $60 ID: 10899 Mondays, 4:00pm April 27 - June 8 6 classes No class: May 25 Price: $120 | Members: $60 ID: 10900 Mondays, 7:00pm (Girls Only) April 27 - June 8 6 classes No class: May 25 Price: $120 | Members: $60 ID: 10901

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Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills Builds upon the skills learned in Level 1 and provides instruction for children to learn the importance of adult supervision while having fun in the pool. Swimmers will also explore rhythmic breathing patterns as well as assisted front and back floats. Ages: 5+ Sundays, 11:30am April 26 - June 7 6 classes No classes: May 24 Price: $120 | Members: $60 ID: 10905 Mondays, 7:30pm (Girls Only) April 27 - June 8 6 classes No class: May 25 Price: $120 | Members: $60 ID: 10906 Tuesdays, 4:00pm April 28 - June 9 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10907

Tuesdays, 4:30pm April 28 - June 9 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10902

Tuesdays, 7:30pm (Boys Only) April 28 - June 9 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10908

Tuesdays, 7:00pm (Boys Only) April 28 - June 9 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10903

Wednesdays, 4:00pm April 29 - June 10 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10909

Saturdays, 11:00am May 2 - June 6 5 classes No classes: May 23 Price: $100 | Members: $50 ID: 10904

Saturdays, 11:00am May 2 - June 6 5 classes No classes: May 23 Price: $100 | Members: $50 ID: 10910

Aquatics Level 3: Stroke Development Provides guided practice with headfirst entries in sitting and kneeling positions from the poolâ€™s side, rotary breathing, and treading water. Introduces children to the techniques of flutter, scissor, dolphin, and breaststroke kicks. Ages: 6+ Mondays, 4:00pm April 27 - June 8 6 classes No class: May 25 Price: $120 | Members: $60 ID: 10911 Wednesdays, 4:00pm April 29 - June 10 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10912 Wednesdays, 7:00pm (Girls Only) April 29 - June 10 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10913 Thursdays, 4:00pm April 30 - June 11 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10914 Thursdays, 7:00pm (Boys Only) April 30 - June 11 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10915 Saturdays, 12:00pm May 2 - June 6 5 classes No classes: May 23 Price: $100 | Members: $50 ID: 10972

register.jewishallianceri.org Level 4: Stroke Development In this class, children develop confidence in skills previously learned and improve other aquatic skills such as underwater swimming and surface diving. Children will also be introduced to sidestroke, butterfly stroke, and two different styles of treading water. Ages: 6+ Mondays, 4:30pm April 27 - June 8 6 classes No class: May 25 Price: $120 | Members: $60 ID: 10916 Tuesdays, 4:00pm April 28 - June 9 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10917 Wednesdays, 7:30pm (Girls Only) April 29 - June 10 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10918 Thursdays, 4:30pm April 30 - June 11 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10919 Thursdays, 7:30pm (Boys Only) April 30 - June 11 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10920

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Level 5: Stroke Refinement Provides further coordination and refinement of all strokes: breaststroke, butterfly, front/back crawl, elementary backstroke, and sidestroke. Introduces new skills including surface dives, flip turns, and sculling. Ages: 9+ Tuesdays, 4:30pm April 28 - June 9 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10921 Wednesdays, 4:30pm April 29 - June 10 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10922 Wednesdays, 7:30pm (Girls Only) April 29 - June 10 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10923 Thursdays, 7:30pm (Boys Only) April 30 - June 11 7 classes Price: $140 | Members: $70 ID: 10924

After School & Out-of-School Care for Children ages 5 - 11

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J-Space After School Care for the Whole School Year Our program is based on a wide range of activities for children ages 4 - 12 to broaden creative horizons, promote imagination, build relationships, and teach new skills. These enriching activities are part of a thoughtful curriculum that’s aligned with Rhode Island education standards and are designed to engage your child while keeping the love of learning alive. Our staff are highly experienced, well-trained professionals who are passionate about teaching and sharing their unique talents with children. J-Space provides a safe and nurturing environment where your child can thrive. To fulfill our goal of providing a program focused on academics, social skills, sports, arts, and fun, our enhanced curricula and enrichments include: • Implementation of the nationally recognized CATCH (Coordinated Approach To Children’s Health) curriculum, which is designed to nurture a love of physical activity, provide an introduction to gardening and nutrition, and encourage healthy eating in children • Homework help, both secular and Judaic subjects • Monthly themes with focused activities and projects • Art exploration, exposing children to a variety of art mediums for self-expression • Physical movement and outside play (weather permitting) • Free swim time on Fridays • Pick-up from school to allow a seamless transition from the school day to after school activities *Ask us about convenient bus pick-up! • Healthy snacks provided daily • Monthly newsletter to keep parents informed of upcoming themes, special activities, and other important information Ages: 5 – 11 Mondays – Thursdays, 2:30 – 6:00pm Fridays, 2:00 – 6:00pm

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After School & Out-of-School Care for Children ages 5 - 11

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For more information or to register, contact Shannon Boucher at sboucher@jewishallianceri.org or call 401.421.4111 ext. 147. J-Space by-the-Session Transition Care J-Space Transition Care is a flexible after school option to complement Dwares JCC enrichment classes starting at 4:00pm or 5:00pm. Let us take care of picking up your children from school or the bus stop and providing them with a snack and quiet activities. We will then escort your child to a supplemental class offered here. Classes include swim lessons, pottery, cooking, chess, and more. Register by the session rather than the full school year. For more information or to register your child, contact Shannon Boucher at sboucher@jewishallianceri.org or call 401.421.4111 ext. 147. Ages: 5 – 11 Mondays – Thursdays, 2:30 – 4:00pm Price: $14/day | Members: $10/day Mondays – Thursdays, 2:30 – 5:00pm Price: $19/day | Members: $15/day Fridays, 2:00 – 4:00pm Price: $16/day | Members: $12/day Fridays, 2:00 – 5:00pm Price: $21/day | Members: $17/day J-Space by-the-Day Drop-in Packs Drop-in Packs are our most flexible after school option. Perfect for parents who need after school care occasionally and don’t require a set schedule. Purchase a single day or 10-day punch card to use on any J-Space day (dependent on availability). Punch cards may be used by siblings and expire the last day of the 2015 school year. Limit 10 days/month per child. For more information or to register your child, contact Shannon Boucher at sboucher@jewishallianceri.org or call 401.421.4111 ext. 147. Ages: 5 – 11 Mondays – Fridays, 2:30 – 6:00pm Price Per Day: $33 | Members: $25 10-Day Punch Card Price: $293 | Members: $220

"The JCC After School program is wonderful. My daughter is always happy to go, doesn't want to leave, and clearly feels very much at home there. The staff is caring, creative, and responsive. The activities are always interesting and expansive. I especially love that you emphasize healthy cooking, gardening, and teamwork. I also feel like you all model and teach the children to be kind and respectful to one another in ways that are rooted in ethics as much as behavior. We're lucky and grateful to be part of what you all do so well." -Jen, J-Space parent

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Summer J-Camp June 22 - August 21 For children ages 2 - 15

Summer J-Camp rocks!

What makes J-Camp different? • Lunch and snacks provided daily • Swim lessons for all campers • Weekly field trips & special visitors • Lots of outdoor play • Activities including art, cooking, sports, science & nature, acting, travel and more!

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Visit jewishallianceri.org for more information or contact Member Services at 401.421.4111 or memberservices@jewishallianceri.org.

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