Program Guide Summer 2025 by shawjcc

Schedule of Programs, Camp & Events

1st Annual

DASH & SPLASH 5K ANDFUNWALK

LABOR DAY LABOR DAY

SEPTEMBER 1

Get ready for the Splash and Dash 5K and Fun Walk - a morning of fitness and fun to support the JCC! Run the 5K or enjoy a casual walk, then cool off with a refreshing dip in the pool. It’s the perfect way to wrap up summer - stay tuned for details and save the date!

J-Fit: 5K Prep

J-Fit is the JCC's premium small group training program! This two part, 8-week Couch to 5K program is designed for beginners aiming to build endurance, improve mobility, and reduce injury risk while training for a 5K run. Each week features three structured workouts that gradually increase in duration and intensity. Every session begins with dynamic stretching to warm up and improve flexibility, followed by focused strength exercises that target key muscle groups, setting the foundation for safe and efficient running. Off days consist of active recovery and rest days.

This holistic approach blends cardiovascular training, muscle conditioning, and mobility work, making it ideal for new runners who want to develop strength, stamina, and flexibility all at once.

Monday/Wednesday/Friday 9-10 AM

Part 1 (Beginners): July 7 - August 1*

Part 2 (Intermediate): August 4 - August 29

*Participants that complete beginner may continue on with intermediate if they choose

Price: $192 M / $258 G per part

amp JCC

Camp JCC: June 9 - August 15 | 10 Weeks

8:00AM-3:30PM Monday-Friday

Traditional Camp & Specialty Camp offerings! Something for everyone: Grades 1-8. Plus: Junior Counselor jobs for Grades 11-12 (go to shawjcc org/careers)

Mix and match camp programs, sign up for as many different camps and weeks as you wish. Different experiences are provided on a weekly basis to ensure your child has the opportunity to experience everything Camp JCC has to offer!

Whether your camper chooses a Specialty Camp or Traditional Camp, everyone will attend Camp JCC from 8:00-3:30pm daily, with aftercare available from 3:30-5:00pm.

Specialty Camps: New for 2025!

New Specialty Camps for 2025 include Baseball, Cavs Youth Basketball, Beginner and Intermediate Golf, All Sports, Chess, and Zoo camp!

Whether your camper chooses a Specialty Camp or Traditional Camp, everyone will participate in daily swimming and free choice activities

For more information, contact Elizabeth Scroggins at escroggins@shawjcc.org or 330-835-0065.

Early Childhood

Class Details

Taught by credentialed teachers; Fun Guaranteed! Children will be picked up from their ECE classrooms and returned at the end of class Guests will be dropped-off/picked-up at the front door. Class size limited to 15 children per class on a first come, first served basis

Nuts for Nature Camp

June 9-13

1 - 3:30 p.m.

Ages: 3 - 5

Come explore the great outdoors here with Ms Lyndsey! Investigate everything from creatures to wildlife and growing things! Create nature-themed crafts like suncatchers and go on nature scavenger hunts! Beat the heat with sweet summer treats like delicious "bird nests" and delectable "ants on a log "

Price: $140 M/G*

*Children enrolled in ECE receive a 50% discount Register Now: Register through the “My Akron J” app or contact Lyndsey at lheffern@shawjcc.org or 330-835-0064.

Out of This World - Space Camp

July 7-11

1 - 3:30 p.m.

Ages: 3 - 5

Let's go visit the planets together maybe in a rocket ship? A flying saucer? Join us as we enter a new galaxy and learn about planets and constellations, life in space, and space travel! Spacethemed adventures await your camper with crafts, games, science, math, literacy, and social-building skills and opportunities

Summer Science

June 16-20

1 - 3:30 p.m.

Ages: 3 - 5

Join Ms. Elizabeth for fun, hands-on summertime science crafts, games, and activities. Your children will learn to make careful observations, predictions, and hypotheses, and analyze results. We’ll make a solar oven for s ’ mores, explore fizzy stars, make homemade quicksand, dry ice bubbles, and glitter chalk. Your little scientists will love these fun experiences and making new friends too!

Dinosaur Camp

July 21-26

1 - 3:30 p.m.

Ages: 3 - 5

Join Ms. Lisa to dig into the wonderful world of dinosaurs! Campers will become paleontologists as they learn about herbivores, carnivores, and every kind in between, from smallest to tallest! Crafts, activities, literacy experiences, and hands-on learning make this dino-themed camp popular every summer!

Kindergarten Boot Camp

August 11-15, 1-3:30 PM

*Only for children entering Kindergarten in the Fall*

This week's camp is all about getting your child excited about kindergarten. Campers will participate in crafts, read books, and play games that will strengthen what they have learned in Pre-K and get them excited for what is coming this Fall in kindergarten. In a fun "boot camp" style, your camper will review letters, numbers, colors, and shapes in addition to sharpening writing skills.

Adult Activities

Celebrate summer with a little wine, paint, and fun! Admission includes all art materials, snacks, wine, and a signature cocktail. Must be 21 or older to participate.

Wednesday, June 25th

5:45 PM

We will be painting this summer scene!

Price:

$32 Member / $38 Guest

Building LEGO has become a popular hobby for adults and can offer numerous benefits, including stress reduction, enhanced cognitive skills, and a sense of accomplishment, making it a fun and therapeutic activity. The cost includes the LEGO set of your choice (4 options, see below), snacks, and adult beverages. Adults 21 and over.

LEGO sets to choose from: Plum Blossom, Mini Orchid, Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 F1 Race Car, or Lamborghini Lambo V12 Vision GT Super Car.

After you register, please email your set choice to Alisa Reinbolt at areinbolt@shawjcc.org or call 330.835.0027. Your choice must be submitted no later than June 30th, to allow time for sets to be ordered and delivered.

Wednesday, July 16

5:45 - 7:45 PM

Plum Blossom

Mini Orchid

Price:

$50 Member / $55 Guest

Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 F1 Race Car

Lamborghini Lambo V12 Vision GT Super Car

Fitness & Wellness

Three Summer Session Options

May 26 - June 18 (4 Weeks)

Krav Maga: M/W 6:00-7:00 PM

Krav Maga Light: Monday 5:30-6:00 PM

July 1 - 31 (4 Weeks)

Krav Maga: M/W 6:00-7:00 PM Krav Maga Light: Monday 5:30-6:00 PM

Get in shape and learn how to defend yourself! Krav Maga is for all ability levels from beginners to advanced martial artists, and all ages from teens to seniors. This program is led by Ron and Yiska Finstuen who have trained alongside some of the foremost authorities on Krav Maga. This martial arts system was designed for the Israeli Defense Forces and has been used to train both military personnel and civilians to defend themselves from armed and unarmed attacks. Price:

Krav Maga Light is a 30-minute class held once per week. Each class will contain techniques of Krav Maga and sports combat training at a more manageable pace. This class is designed to improve balance, agility and endurance for people with limited mobility and is safe for those recovering from injuries Students are encouraged to train within their current ability and are encouraged to take breaks as needed.

August 1-31 (4 Weeks)

Krav Maga: M/W 6:00-7:00 PM

Krav Maga Light: Monday 5:30-6:00 PM

Krav Maga: $120M / $130G

Krav Maga Light: $60M / $70G

The InBody 570 delivers in-depth analysis of your overall health and wellness in just 45 seconds. In addition to analyzing muscle mass, fat mass and total body water, this equipment will draw from additional metrics like Visceral Fat Level and Segmental Fat Analysis, and even skeletal mass/bone density! Easily track your progress.

$35/one scan $50/two scans

tness & Wellness

HIIT stands for High Intensity Interval Training which improves cardiovascular fitness, enhances metabolism, supports fat loss, and increases muscle mass. This 6-week program is broken into two distinct phases. The first 3-week phase focuses on increasing your overall endurance and ability to exercise for a greater duration. The second 3-week phase focuses on increasing the intensity of the exercises you perform. This focused approach helps ensure you conquer your fitness goals and prepare you for new challenges! As a part of this premium program, you are granted two InBody scans (a $50 value), on the first and last day of the program to track your progress through body composition analysis.

Price: $288M / $388G

*3 participants minimum needed

Fitness Q & A with Fitness Director, Anthony Ange Wednesday, September 10 • 11 am

Price: Free

Have questions about exercise, nutrition, or building a healthy lifestyle? Join us for an open Fitness Q&A where you can ask anything from how to get started with working out, to injury prevention, strength training tips, or how to stay motivated. Whether you're a beginner or looking to take your routine to the next level, our Fitness Director will help guide you with practical advice and personalized answers. Bring your questions, curiosity, and let’s talk fitness!

Please register on the My Akron J app or at the desk so we know how many people to expect!

tness & Wellness

Massage

Massage helps to reduce stress and promote relaxation by calming the nervous system, lowering heart rate and blood pressure, and creating a sense of overall well-being It is often effective in alleviating chronic pain conditions. Massage can also help active people improve flexibility, release tension in tight muscles, and increase circulation to improve recovery. Regular massage therapy can improve sleep patterns by promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety Whether you simply need to relax, or if you are an athlete in need of recovery, our JCC Massage Therapists are ready to help you with your needs!

Personal Training

At the JCC, our Personal Trainers have specialized knowledge in exercise science, allowing them to design personalized workout plans tailored to a person ’ s individual goals, whether it's weight loss, building strength, or improving cardiovascular fitness.

We offer a FREE Fit Plan session where our Personal Trainers will learn about your goals, assess your current abilities, and from this information they will show you a few exercises that are immediately helpful to you, and show you how to set up the machines most effectively for your body

Personal Training is an excellent way to invest in your health and wellness by helping you adhere to your exercise schedule, increase accountability for your goals while keeping workouts fun, safe, and effective. Schedule your JCC Fit Plan today for expert guidance on your fitness journey!

Personal One-on-One Basketball Training

Take your game to the next level! Individual basketball lessons are a great way to work towards mastering the fundamentals of the game Lessons are available for all ages with seasoned collegiate athlete and coach, Johnny Osby! Price: $70/hr

Sessions are scheduled individually with all practitioners and trainers

quatics

To schedule lessons, email swimlessons@shawjcc.org or call 330-835-0055. Prices are per participant.

Private Lessons

30-minute lesson for one participant

1 Lesson $25 Member / $35 Guest

5 Lessons $120 Member / $165 Guest

10 Lessons $225 Member / $315 Guest

Semi-Private Lessons

30-minute lesson for two or more participants. (Price is per swimmer. You must have your own 2-3 person group)

1 Lesson

5 Lessons

10 Lessons

$20 Member / $30 Guest

$95 Member / $143 Guest

$180 Member / $270 Guest

Our experienced and dedicated instructors lead small classes that will teach you aquatics skills in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. Our goal is for you to succeed and to love swimming as much as we do!

The American Red Cross Learn to Swim™ program puts water safety first. Each level includes training in basic water safety and stroke development. Swimmers progress through the levels at their own pace, mastering the skills in one level before advancing to the next.

4-Week Swim Sessions

Monday/Wednesday

2x week

$90 M / $130 G

June 9 - July 2

9:00a-9:30a Level 4/5 and Level 3

9:45a-10:15a Level 1 and Level 2

10:30a-11:00a Preschool and Baby & Me

Thursday

1x week

$45 M / $65 G

June 5 - June 25

Members get priority registration! Registration begins 5/12/25 (members); 5/19/25 (guests)

Saturday

1 x week

$45 M / $65 G

June 7 - 28

5:00p-5:30p Preschool and Level 1

5:45p-6:15p Level 2 and Level 3

9:00a-9:30a Level 4/5 and Level 3

9:45a-10:15a Level 1 and Level 2 10:30a-11:00a Preschool and Baby & Me

Do your kids love the water and enjoy some friendly competition? Then the Stingrays swim team may be a great fit for them! Our swim team provides training and competitive opportunities for swimmers of all abilities to reach their individual and team goals We are dependent on committed swimmers, family participation, a dedicated board, and a well-qualified coaching staff. Cost includes all meets and team cap.

June 9 – July 26

Cost: $225 M / $285 G

Ages 6-18

Practices: Monday - Thursday

10 & Under 8:00-9:00am 11 & Up 8:00-9:30am

Stay up-to-date with the Stack Team App!

Download the app and type in "Shaw JCC"

Senior Adult

Wednesday, June 4 11 AM - 12 PM JCC Auditorium

Learn Ways to reduce your risk of falls for health and longevity! This workshop will cover the following topics:

1. Individual and environmental risk factors

2. Medication considerations

3. Interactive balance and exercise demonstrations (optional)

4. Demonstration of how to fall safely (yes, there are safer ways to fall!)

4. How to safely get back up after a fall (optional)

5. Additional Resources and Assistance with Summit County Public Health

FREE to all! Donations are graciously accepted and will go to the Families Supporting Families Scholarship Fund which provides scholarships for Memberships, ECE, and Camp JCC.

Summit County Public Health Discussion Brain Health and Aging

Wednesday, June 18 • 11 AM

Price: Free

Talking About Brain Health & Aging: The Basics aims to kickstart conversations by laying a foundation of information around ways to promote healthy aging and reduce potential threats to brain health no matter your age at this moment. Discussion topics include: Aging and Health, Diet and Exercise, Social Connection, Falls Risks, Alcohol and Smoking, and Medications and Certain Health Conditions. No sign-up required.

JEWISH HOLIDAYS DID YOU KNOW?

Yom

Hazikaron

Evening of April 29 - April 30, 2025

The fourth of Iyar, the day preceding Israel’s Independence Day, was declared to be Israel’s National Memorial Day honoring veterans, fallen military personnel, and victims of terror. Joining these two days together conveys a simple message: Israelis owe the independence and the very existence of the Jewish state to the soldiers who sacrificed their lives for it.

Yom Ha’atzmaut

Evening of April 30 - May 1, 2025

Israel Independence Day is celebrated festively by Jews around the world, commemorating the Israeli Declaration of Independence in 1948. Israel’s Independence Day is celebrated on the fifth day of the month of Iyar, which is the Hebrew date of the formal establishment of the State of Israel, when members of the “provisional government” read and signed a Declaration of Independence in Tel Aviv.

Shavuot

Evening of June 1 - June 3, 2025

Shavout, the “Feast of Weeks,” is celebrated seven weeks after Passover (Pesach). This holiday marks the end of the Counting of the Omer. It recalls Moses’ receiving of the Torah. The Megillah of Ruth is read, and all-night Torah study is customary. Dairy food, honey, and floral decorations are traditional.