Jcc winter spring program guide 2015

Barshop Jewish Community Center of San Antonio12500 NW Military Hwy., Ste. 275San Antonio, Texas 78231210.302.6820 • FAX: 210.408.2341

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Winter & Springprogram guide2015

TEVET-SIVAN 5775Winter / Jan. 31 – Mar. 7 Spring / Mar. 15 – May 16Some programs, including youth leagues and tennis, may followan alternate schedule. Pleasesee class dates on eachspecific program.

The Board & Staff of theBarshop JCC Wish Youa Happy Chanukah!

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Facility Hours

Fitness Center/Tennis Courts/*Aquatics Center/Training StudioMonday – Thursday 5:30am-10pmFriday 5:30am-6pmSaturday 8am-6pmSunday 8am-6pm*Pool closes 15 minutes before facility closes.Visit www.jccsanantonio.org/aquatics for pool rules.

Tennis ClubhouseMonday-Thursday 8am-8pmFriday-Sunday 8am-6pm

The Training Studio Members 10 and up may enjoy this space to achieve a full-body workout with a variety of equipment. Youth ages 10-15 must receive an orientation prior to their first visit; just sign up at the Sports & Fitness Courtesy Desk or call 302-6825.

Administrative OfficesMonday – Friday 8am-5pm

JCC Fogiel Gift ShopMonday – Friday 10am-6pm

Program ServicesEarly ChildhoodMonday – Friday 7am-6pm

Kids ClubMonday – Friday 3-6pmWith additional hours for school holidays

Youth Lounge (For members in grades 5-12)Monday – Friday 3-6pm

Senior Adult ServicesMonday – Thursday 10am-4pm

J-Care Interim Childcare (Babysitting)Call 302-6820 to make reservations.Monday – Friday 8am-12:30pmMonday/Wednesday 4-7:30pmTuesday/Thursday 4-8pmSunday 9am-1pm

Special Events & DatesDecember6-7: STARZ presents Beauty and the Beast, Jr.11: The J Goes to the McNay13-14: Nova presents The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley14: JCC Dance Showcase18: Ta’am Ha’Ona: Hands on Chanukah22-31: Winter J-Camp (thru Jan. 2)

January4: Strauss Festival Panel Discussion & Chamber Concert17: Jewish Film Festival presents The Prequel Teen Social Event19: Daytripper20: Taste of Moving Traditions25: Body Pump Launch JCC Author & Lecture Series presents Carla Naumburg

February5-28: The Vex presents Talley’s Folly (thru Mar. 1)7-11: 14th Annual JCC Jewish Film Festival16: Daytripper19: JCC Author & Lecture Series presents Victoria Aarons

March1: Celebrate Purim JCC Author & Lecture Series presents Tracy Newman Final Performance of The Vex’s Talley’s Folly9-13: Spring Camp21-22: STARZ presents Honk, Jr.24: Summer Camp Open House29: J-Serve

April3: Daytripper First Night Seder9-19: Texas State Senior Games13: Green Cooking Demo: Bring Back the Bread23: JCC Beer Night: Celebrate the Land of Milk and Honey24: Daytripper

May1: Fore! the Kids Golf Classic2-31: The Vex presents Rumors9: Jewish Film Festival presents The Sequel16-17: NOVA presents Alice in Wonderland, Jr.20: JCC Author & Lecture Series presents Mark Lee Greenblatt27: JCC Annual Meeting

Dates subject to change; visit www.jccsanantonio.orgfor the most current information.

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TABLE OF COnTEnTSHours & Special Events CEO Welcome & Atypical Schedule Page 3Connect With Us Page 4Early Childhood Services Page 5Early Childhood Enrichment Page 6Early Childhood Sports & Recreation Page 7Family Events Page 8Youth Grades K-5 Page 9Youth Grades K-5 Enrichment Page 10

Youth Grades K-5 Sports Pages 11-12Youth Grades 6-12 Sports & Recreation Page 13Teen-Young Adult Services Page 14Adult Arts & Entertainment Pages 15-16Adult Events/Enrichment/Entertainment Page 17Adult Enrichment & Education Page 18Adult Sports, Fitness & Recreation Pages 19-22Advertisers & MvPs Page 23

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Welcome From CEO Saul F. Levenshus

Thur., Jan. 1: New Year’s Day - JCC Sports & Fitness Open 8am-2pm; All other services ClosedWed., Mar. 4: Erev Purim - JCC Open regular hoursThur., Mar. 5: Purim - JCC open regular hoursFri., Apr. 3: Erev Passover - JCC Closes at 6pm (Regular time)Sat., Apr. 4: 1st Day Passover - JCC CLOSEDSun., Apr. 5: 2nd Day Passover - No fee-for-service programsFri., Apr. 10: 7th Day Passover - JCC CLOSEDSat., Apr. 11: 8th Day Passover - JCC open regular hours

Sat., May 23: Erev Shavuot - JCC Closes at 6pm (Regular time)Sun., May 24: Shavuot - JCC ClosedMon., May 25: 2nd Day Shavuot/Memorial Day - JCC Sports & Fitness Open 8am-6pm; All other services ClosedSat., July 4: Independence Day - JCC Sports & Fitness Open 8am-6pm; All other services Closed

Holiday & Atypical Schedule Days • January-July, 2015

There’s something about this place… and inside this edition of the 2015 Winter/Spring JCC Program Guide you’ll find a full array of programs and services designed to educate, enrich and entertain you. As always the Guide is intended to complement our monthly Center Peace publica-tion by providing our members with a time sensitive snapshot of the variety of programs and services we

offer from January through June. You will see from the table of contents on the inside front cover that programs are listed by constituent groups beginning with early childhood and continues through services for adults. Interspersed you will find a series of program advertisements describing upcoming events, special projects and new initiatives that may be of interest to you. Some of the highlights this semester include: The ever popu-lar Spurs Youth Basketball leagues (page 11), our 14th Annual Jewish Film Festival (page 15), Spring and Summer Camps (page 9), STARZ and nOVA Children’s Theatre productions (page 10) and of course, The Sheldon Vexler Theatre (page 16), now in its 16th season. The final 2 productions this sea-son promise to be outstanding with performances of Talley’s Folly (February 5 - March 1) the Pulitzer Prize winning play by Lanford Wilson, followed by an encore performance of The Vex’s 1st show, the spectacularly funny Neil Simon production Rumors, May 2 – 31. If you’re looking to improve or maintain your fitness levels, you’ll want to check out the variety of sports and fitness options listed throughout this guide. From the full comple-ment of new cardio and strength equipment, to the more than 50 free group exercise classes offered each week (page 19), you’re bound to find something that fits, or maybe you would like to try a series of personal training sessions. And don’t forget that our heated pool is open year round, and offers programs for both children and adults. If tennis is your sport I would strongly encourage you to check out the variety of tennis programs featured on pages 12-13 for youth and page 22 for adults. Our Tennis Clubhouse provides a series of

conveniences to make your tennis experience more complete, including a place to meet and greet friends or even as a place to warm up after an energizing winter tennis class or league match. While this guide will serve as a program and special event reference for you for the next 6 months, it also lists our hours of operation and upcoming holiday schedules. In addition, at the bottom of each page we have included our phone num-ber, website address and fax number so that you can reach us in whatever way is most convenient. Our website provides current real time information to make it simple for you to navigate and, as always, it accepts program registration to make it even easier to sign up for a class or program. Please note that some of our more popular programs do have regis-tration limits, so don’t wait too long to register. Sign up early and save your space. We hope that you are proud of what the JCC does through-out the year to serve our membership and our community’s needs, and I hope you’ll tell your friends, family members and co-workers and encourage them to come by and check us out. And with our Member-Get-A-Member program, remem-ber, that you can save money on your monthly membership fee when someone you refer becomes a member too. Contact our Membership office for more details. I hope you will continue to keep us informed about how we’re doing. We learn a great deal from the feedback we receive from our members and it helps us to develop new programs and make adjustments to existing services to make them more effective. For your convenience, you may use any of the following methods to tell us about your experiences at the “J”. Call us, fax us, email us, fill out a comment card at the courtesy desk, or set up a time to come by and visit with us. Your input helps us improve our services and increases the value of your membership. Enjoy looking through our 2015 Winter/Spring Program Guide and thank you for your on-going support. Live up!


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ATTEnTIOn JCC MEMBERS:

The latest editionof the Directory

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Stop by and pick yours up today!

(While supplies last. JCC members only. One per member unit, please.)

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When people experience something rewarding, be it a new restaurant, a sale, or a membership at a fitness center, they

share the news with everyone they know. We would like to encourage you to share your JCC story with everyone you know!

Throughout December, share your JCC with friends by giving them a FREE 8-day pass to utilize the JCC facilities. Perhaps you have a friend who has a fitness goal, and you’d like to have a workout buddy. As the Chanukah season approaches, think about how you might help both yourself and your friends LIVE UP to a goal for the New Year. Then, when your friend joins, both of you are rewarded through our Member Get a Member program! You, as the referrer, can earn up to ONE FREE MONTH of dues; your friend will save on enrollment fees.

Contact JCC Member Services at 210-302-6870 to obtain an 8-day pass. Member Get a Member cards may be found online at www.jccsanantonio.org/mgm. Note: Passes must be used by December 24, 2014 and are only valid for local residents. Must be 18 years of age.

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Let’s Get SocialFor the latest, greatest, inside scoop information about JCC programs and events, don’t forget to look us up on social media. We can be found here:

We also love being included when you share your JCC adventures on your own social media. The next time you’re getting in a workout, check in. Attending a JCC Arts & Culture event? Tweet about it and tag us. Are you on Yelp? We love reading reviews from our members. So keep in touch!

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Your JCC MembershipMakes a Difference! Did You Know...

...the support you provide by being a JCC member helps us deliver essential services that impact a variety of populations, from young children to senior adults through every stage of life? The JCC is proud to provide our members and the wider community opportunities to engage in life-enhancing programs and services.

Thank you for your continued support and for being a great partner to the JCC and our community.

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Spread the word about ourJanuary Membership Special.

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FREE Parenting ClassesDo you want your home environment to promote coopera-tion, respect and self-worth? If so, Precious Minds, New Con-nections is offering an opportunity for parents and caregivers of young children to increase their parenting knowledge and skills. Topics include: Nurturing as a lifestyle, understand-ing development from birth to 4 years, promoting positive behavior, and more! Classes and childcare are offered at no charge. Reservations must be made in advance for childcare. Call 210-302-6846 to register or for more information.

Class TimesMornings: 9:15-11:15am • Evenings: 6:30-8:30pm

Session Dates (10-week sessions)Class 3: January 7 – March 11 / Wednesdays, Evening OnlyClass 4: March 3 – May 5 / Tuesdays, Morning or Evening


Early Childhood ServicesThe Block and Dreeben School for Young Children: where play and learning connect! Our program is one of twenty-six NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) accredited programs in the greater San Antonio area, and the only one that is Jewish. NAEYC sets the highest national standards for early childhood programs. The JCC pro-gram, ranging from infant care to pre-kindergarten, promotes the development of the “whole child”: socially, emotion-ally, intellectually, physically, and spiritually. The joy of childhood is nurtured, and children are respected as capable and competent learners. The curriculum is based on learning through play in an environment carefully prepared by early childhood education professionals. Jewish culture, values, and traditions are integrated into daily activities. The Block and Dreeben School for Young Children is exclusively for JCC members. Visit www.jccsanantonio.org/ecd for more information and feel free to call 210-302-6846 for a private tour.

Parenting WorkshopsStand Up Against Bullying As young children grow and interact with their peers, they will encounter “bullying” type behaviors and pos-sibly use these behaviors themselves. It is the parent’s job to guide young children to get along with their peers in healthy ways. In this workshop, participants will dissect all roles of bullying behaviors, including the bystanders. They will discuss ways to prevent their child from using bullying tactics and empower children when they encounter bullying behaviors using the book The Bully, the Bullied, and the Bystander by Barbara Coloroso.

TH, Feb. 12, 5-6 pm or SU, Feb. 15, 10-11 am • $5 | JCC Member FreeFacilitators: Cindy Berman and Amy Sugarman • Location: Motor Skills Room

Social Skills 102: Beyond “Please” and “Thank You” Social skills are essential to one’s Emotional Intelligence (EQ). Often, children are told to “listen”, “share” or “get along.” We may think of these as simple instructions, but every social skill requires several steps. In this workshop, we will unpack some basic social skills to reveal their specific actions. You will leave with playful ideas to help your children enjoy and practice their new skills.

WE, Apr. 15, 5-6 pm or SU, Apr. 19, 10-11 am • $5 | JCC Member FreeFacilitator: Laine Lipsky • Location: Motor Skills Room

Value Your Child Recognizing and validating your child’s feelings are key strategies to support successful behaviors and increased co-operation. This workshop will provide you with valuable parenting information to immediately put these strategies into practice.

TH, Jan. 15, 5-6pm • $5 | JCC Member FreeFacilitator: Martha Serfaty • Location: Motor Skills Room

Babysitting is available for JCC members at $3 per hour per child with reservation. Free for Member Plus members with reservation.

Call 210-302-6820 to reserve space.

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Imprints to Last a LifetimeWe’re filling our halls with your child’s hand prints.Honor your child’s Early Childhood experience by

purchasing a tile for just $36 each.JCC Early Childhood Alumni Especially Welcome!

For more information or to order tile(s),call 210-302-6846 or visitwww.jccsanantonio.org.

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Imprints to Last a LifetimeWe’re filling our halls with your child’s hand prints.Honor your child’s Early Childhood experience by

purchasing a tile for just $36 each.JCC Early Childhood Alumni Especially Welcome!

For more information or to order tile(s),call 210-302-6846 or visitwww.jccsanantonio.org.

Honor your child’s Block and DreebenSchool for Young Children’sexperience by purchasing a personalized handprint tile

for installation in the school.For more information visit

www.jccsanantonio.org/ecd.

Don’t Miss AuthorTracy newman

reading from her book Shabbat is Coming!

Sunday, March 1 as part of the JCC’s

‘Celebrate Purim’ event.See pages 8 & 16

for more information.

Hands on Chanukah / Thurs., Dec. 18Latkes • Crafts • Menorah Lighting at Sundown

For information or to volunteer, contact Aliyah Kuchinskyat 210-302-6827 or visit our website at

www.jccsanantonio.org/seasons.


Early Childhood Enrichment ClassesOnline Registration for most classes will cease at 9am two working days prior to class start date.

Register early to secure your spot and for added convenience. (PreK: children age 5 entering kindergarten in fall 2015.)

Yoga for Youngsters (Ages: 3.5-PreK)An interactive yoga class for tots that allows them to devel-op on balance, flexibility, agility and self-esteem.

#ECYY1, WE, Jan. 7-Mar. 4, 3-3:30pm#ECYY2, WE, Mar. 18-May 13, 3-3:30pm

$135 | JCC Member $90 per sessionInstructor: Marissa Harris • Location: Motor Skills Room

Art Potpourri (Ages: 3.5–PreK)This class for budding art-ists builds skills through hands-on activities that kids love most. Learn about materials through play and be introduced to painting, drawing, cutting, attaching, and building.

#ECAP1, TH, Jan. 8-Mar. 5, 3-3:45pm

#ECAP2, TH, Mar. 19-May 14, 3-3:45pm

$162 | JCC Member $108 per session

Instructor: Susan Oakes Location: Motor Skills Room

Music Masters (Ages: 3-4)Music Masters is a unique 18-week program of music classes in which children sing, move, play percussion instruments, develop a strong rhythmic sense and listening skills, while acquiring a strong foundation of music theory, learning to read notes, and play piano/keyboard. Materials fee due at first class/payable to instructor.

#ECMUS1: Age 3, 3-3:50pm(Materials Fee: $40 – CD, T-shirt, class materials)

#ECMUS2: Age 4, 4-4:50pm(Materials Fee: $60 – CD, T-shirt, class materials)

WE, Jan. 7-May 13 • Class will not meet Mar. 11$513 | JCC Member $342

Instructor: Sabra Grainger • Location: Motor Skills Room

Treehouse Music Together(Ages: Birth-5 accompanied by Parent or Caregiver)Sing, dance, clap, chant, and play simple instruments together as a family! Through guided musical play, your child will develop natural musical abilities and gain skills that will support musical growth throughout life. Learn to incorporate music into daily life and build memories with your child, while adding new musical tools to your “parenting toolbox”. Families take home two identi-cal CDs, a songbook, and educational support materials.* (Each term features a unique song collection.)

#ECTMTA1, SU, Jan. 4-Mar. 1, 11:15am-Noon • $204 | JCC Member $136#ECTMTA2, MO, Jan. 5-Mar. 2, 6:15-7pm • $181 | JCC Member $121

Class will not meet Feb. 16#ECTMTB1, SU, Mar. 15-May 10, 11:15am-Noon • Class will not meet Apr. 5

$181 | JCC Member $121#ECTMTB2, MO, Mar. 16-May 11, 6:15-7pm • $204 | JCC Member $136

(*The $40 supply fee per enrolled family is payable at the first class meeting to Treehouse Music Together.)

Instructor: Jackie Shepherd • Location: Motor Skills Room

Kid Tech (Ages: 3-PreK)Teach your child how to use technology as a tool, not just a toy! Puterbugs is a fun and educational class starring your child as the main character of a guided learning adventure in an excit-ing world full of technology! Puterbugs features a live-action teacher, Mr. Scott, who guides your child to navigate with con-fidence, independently, through self-adjusting activities that adapt to your child’s individual level. Families can continue the fun and learning at home with the robust online activities that correspond to weekly lessons.

#ECKT1, MO, Jan. 5-Mar. 2, 3-3:45pm • Class will not meet: Feb. 16$180 | JCC Member $120

#ECKT2, MO, Mar. 16-May 11, 3-3:45pm • $203 | JCC Member $135Instructor: Debbie Ball • Location: Motor Skills Room

Tumblebus (Ages: 3-PreK)The bus is a fully-padded gymnasium on wheels with equip-ment specifically designed for young children. Activities focus on developing gross motor skills, tumbling and apparatus skills. Objectives include developing positive self-image, promoting at-titude towards physical activity as a part of a lifestyle, and in-creased physical and mental awareness.

#ECTB1, FR, Jan. 9-Mar. 6, 3-3:30pm • $175 | JCC Member $117#ECTB2, FR, Mar. 20-May 15, 3-3:30pmClass will not meet Mar. 27, Apr. 10, 24

$117 | JCC Member $78 per sessionInstructor: Alamo Heights Gymnastics Instructors

Location: Tumblebus

Mini Movers I (Ages: 3-4)Now offered Mondays and Tuesdays! Your young dancer will be introduced to the basics: Ballet for technique, grace, and flexibil-ity and Tap for rhythm and coordination. This class will stimulate young children while encouraging taking turns and sharing all while developing self confidence.

#ECMM1M, MO, Jan. 5-May 11, 4-4:45pmClass will not meet Feb. 16, Mar. 9

$306 | JCC Member $204#ECMM1T, TU, Jan. 6-May 12, 3-3:45pm

$324 | JCC Member $216Instructor: Move & Groove Dance Instructors

Location: Dance Studio

Mini Movers II (Ages: 4-PreK)This ballet/tap class will continue to develop your child’s basic Ballet and Tap skills. Ballet will include basic vocabulary, stretch-ing, and technique. Tap will focus on rhythm, timing, and coordi-nation. The combination of both disciplines of dance will create a confident child in a nurturing environment while having a great time!

#ECMM2M, MO, Jan. 5-May 11, 3:00-3:45pmClass will not meet Feb. 16, Mar. 9

$306 | JCC Member $204#ECMM2W, WE, Jan. 7-May 13, 3:00-3:45pm

Class will not meet Mar. 11$324 | JCC Member $216

Instructor: Move & Groove Dance Dance InstructorsLocation: Dance Studio


Early Childhood Sports & RecreationOnline Registration for most classes will cease at 9am two working days prior to class start date.

Register early to secure your spot and for added convenience. (PreK: children age 5 entering kindergarten in fall 2015.)

See pages 10-11 for more sports & recreationinformation for kids 4 and up!

Mini Spurs Basketball League(Grade: PreK) #SPURS5Lace up those sneakers and air up your basketballs… it’s time to play like a 2014 NBA Champion!

Register today for our most popu-lar youth league which includes two practices a week: with JCC Staff and with your Team. Fee includes a jersey for every player!

MO, Jan. 5-Mar. 2, 4-4:45pm$110 | JCC Member $75

After Dec. 22, late fees will apply.Instructor: JCC Staff • Location: Gym

Mini All Sport (Age: 3.5–*Pre-K) #MSPAHaving a hard time choosing just one sport? No worries, your child can do them all experiencing a wide variety of sports in-cluding Soccer, Basketball and Teeball in this fun class.

MO, Mar. 16-May 11, 3-3:30pm • $81 | JCC Member $45Instructor: JCC Staff • Location: Gym & Field

Mini Soccer (Age: 3.5–*PreK) #MINSOCWant to get a head start on our Spring Soccer Academy? This class is perfect for preparing your child for next spring’s soccer league. In this introductory class, your little one will continue to learn and develop basic motor skills while learning the fun-damentals of soccer.

TU, Mar. 17-May 12, 3-3:30pm • $81 | JCC Member $45Instructor: JCC Staff • Location: Field

JCC Soccer AcademySoon the grass on the fields will be green again and the cold will turn to warm – and Spring Soccer Academy will be right around the corner! Not only will your youth have a blast getting some fresh air and exercise, but they’ll also start learning to work as a team.

Your registration includes two soc-cer practices a week, with games on Sundays plus a Jersey, shorts and black socks.

Practices beging March 16!JCC Members! Take advantage of our Early Bird rate beginning Jan. 19. Registration opens to the com-

munity beginning Feb. 2.

Munchkin Teeball (Age: 3.5-PreK) #MTBALLSpringtime means Teeball! Your child will learn the basics of this introductory sport by alternating through different stations while enjoying the outdoors. Scrimmage will be held the last 15 minutes of each class.

WE, Mar. 18-May 13, 3-3:30pm • $81 | JCC Member $45Instructor: JCC Staff • Location: Field

Lil Dragons Martial Arts (Ages: 3.5-PreK)The Lil Dragons class focuses on balance and coordination along with basic martial arts skills. Youth will learn basic techniques like blocking, kicks, and punches in a fun and respectful, “game-like” environment, all using curriculum provided by the staff of Ashcrafts Martial Arts.

#ECLD1, TH, Jan. 8-Mar. 5, 3:30-4pm • $120 | JCC Member $80#ECLD2, TH, Mar. 19-May 14, 3:30-4pm • $120 | JCC Member $80

Instructor: Ashcrafts Martial Arts Staff • Location: Conditioning Studio

Discover: CATCH Early Childhood is a program from JCC Association, the leadership network for the JCC Movement, which focuses on developing healthy habits in very young children. Such habits should lead to healthy nutrition and activity choices later on. Specially designed games and activities to keep all children moving and having fun are implemented in the classroom and outdoors. Teaching children about healthy foods is also included in Discover CATCH. Jewish values also play an important part, since Jew-ish tradition places great emphasis on taking care of one’s physical health as well as spiritual condi-tion. “Our bodies are gifts from the Creator,” said Mark Horowitz, director of early childhood and family engagement at JCC Association, “and it is our respon-sibility to keep them in good working order.”


Family Arts, Entertainment & Events

Save the dates for these upcoming holiday celebrations:

The entire family will enjoy these performances - save the dates!

STARZPerformance Troupe(for youth in grades 5-12)

present:

March 21-22

nova Theatre Troupe (for youth in grades 2-4)

present:

May 16-17

Tu B’shevat Book Swap: FebruarySwap a Book, Save a Tree!

Celebrate Tu B’shevat at the JCC with a book-swap-ping shelf! Recycle and update your bookshelf with-out spending any money or harming any trees! Our Book Swap Shelf will be located in the JCC hallways for the month of February. Take whatever you like and leave some books of your own for others to enjoy. With both general and juvenile content, it’s great for the whole family!

Tu B’shevat, celebrated this year on February 4, is commonly referred to as the birthday of trees. The holiday provides us with the opportunity to reflect on the environment and cel-ebrate Judaism’s emphasis on respecting the earth. For more information, please contact Director of Jewish Journies Rachel Rustin at 210-302-6969 or [email protected].

For more information, contact Maya Siler at 210-302-6860 or [email protected]

or visitwww.jccsanantonio.org/pwh.

An initiative of the Barshop JCC connecting Jewish Active Militaryor Post 9/11 War Vets with the community.

Celebrate PurimSunday, Mar. 1 / Markey Park at the J

Games • Food • Outdoor ActivitiesAll Ages and Dogs Welcome

First Night SederFriday, Apr. 3 / Holzman Auditorium

Traditional & Tasty Meal • Participatory SederSinging • Search for the Afikomen

Fiesta Parades: April 24 and 25. Purchase your Fiesta Parade tickets atthe J beginning Jan. 5! Enjoy a San Antonio tradition while helping to support

San Antonio BBYO! Call 210-302-6859.


Youth Grades K - 5

After School Care(A JCC Member-Exclusive Service)

Call 210-302-6859 for space availability!The JCC Kids Club is a fun and safe environment providing par-ents with peace of mind. We offer transportation from select schools and bring kids to the JCC where, upon arrival, they receive a snack and spend time each day playing on the play-ground, participating in Kids Club special activities, doing homework and much more! Families that wish to enroll their children in any of our JCC Sports or Enrichment classes may do so and we’ll make sure they get to and from those classes.

Dates to note!Kids Club will be closed on the following holidays:

April 10 – Passover • May 25 – Memorial Day

Daytrippers & Early Release DaysWe’ve got you covered for both school holidays and early re-lease days! Check out our montly Center Peace or visit our web-site at www.jccsanantonio.org/kidsclub for information about the special activities we’ve got planned for your child:

Mon., Jan. 19 – MLK Day • Mon., Feb 16 – Presidents DayFri., April 3 – Good Friday • Fri., April 24 – Battle of Flowers

Call the Youth & Camping Dept. at 210-302-6859 for details.

Spring Break J-Camp March 9-13, 2015

Staying in San Antonio for Spring Break? The JCC is the place to be! Attend the Spring Break J-Camp with your friends and have fun with hands-on activities, field trips, sports and more. Enjoy unique experiences while learning at the same time. A variety of choices to suit many interests. This Spring Break join us at the J! For more details look for the Spring Break J-Camp brochure, look online at www.jccsanantonio.org, or call Lisa Guerrero, Camp Di-rector, at 210-302-6959.

J-Camp Open HouseTue., Mar. 24 | 3-6:30pm

(March 27 is the final day to receiveEarly Bird Discounts on Summer Camp!)

Yee haw! Join us for some Texas Size fun! J-Camp offers some-thing for everyone. Former campers and new friends should plan to join us on Tue., Mar. 24 from 3-6:30pm for J-Camp Open House. We will have fun games, a petting farm and inflatables for the campers plus Early Bird camp registration discounts for the grownups. Meet the J-Camp administrative team and learn all about J-Camp. This is an annual event you won’t want to miss. See what others are saying about J-Camp:

“She learned to swim and conquered her fear of water.”

“I love how compassionate and caring the staff are. The JCC is a great place to be for kids. I know that my kids are safe and well-cared for! Both of my kids learned a lot at camp this summer.”

“I just wanted to thank you and the JCC for a wonderful experi-ence in the summer camp for my daughter. She loved the camp and the structure and social aspects were so important to her success this summer”

“Deep in the Heart of Texas”This summer we will celebrate Texas at J-Camp. Campers will enjoy Texas-sized activities, exciting programs and unique expe-riences that will meet their individual styles and interests while being part of a special group. Explore new discovery camps, new all-camp programs, and more. The JCC is your summer destina-tion for summer camp variety offering high quality, safe, and fun experiences for all campers. J-Camp’s mission is to provide children with new experiences in a safe and interesting environment. Let us be your guide through this summer. Don’t forget: Early Bird rates begin when the guide

comes out in January and expire on March 27! Get ready to register and SAVE!

Judaic Programming for Children Attending

EKHLAJudaics After School, or JAS, is a daily supplemen-tal Jewish studies program for Jewish children that provides education in the

areas of Jewish life, ethics, history, culture and text. JAS @ the J allows children to explore and learn about their Jewish roots and traditions in a fun and exciting manner. For more information, contact Rachel at [email protected] or 210-302-6969.


Have Fun with Fibers! (Grades: K-1)Collage, stitch, quilt, and weave using swatches of fabric, ribbons, yarns and embroidery threads.

This class is all about introducing the textures, types and pos-sibilities of fibers.

#YHFF1, TH, Jan. 8-Mar. 5, 4-4:45 pm#YHFF2, TH, Mar. 19-May 14, 4-4:45 pm$162 | JCC Member $108 per session

Instructor: Susan Oakes • Location: Motor Skills Room Everything is Awesome Lego Class (Grades: K-5)Join this fun, educational class where students will experience hands on engineering fundamentals as they build motorized models using LEGO bricks. Children’s imaginations and creativ-ity will soar during the free play building session in each class. Join us for an “Awesome” adventure. Remember, with LEGOS “Everything is Awesome”!

#YLEGO1, TU, Jan. 13-Mar. 3, 3:30-4:30pm#YLEGO2, Mar. 24-May 12, 3:30-4:30pm

$145 | JCC Member $105 per sessionInstructor: Bricks for Kids • Location: Room 227

Music Masters (Grade: Kinder)Music Masters is a unique 18-week program of music classes in which children sing, move, play percussion instruments, devel-op a strong rhythmic sense and listening skills while acquiring a strong foundation of music theory, learn to read notes and learn to play piano/keyboard. Materials Fee due to instructor on first day of class.

#YMUS3, WE, Jan. 7-May 13, 5-6pm • Class will not meet Mar. 11$513 | JCC Member $342 (Materials Fee: $60 – CD, T-shirt, class materials)

Instructor: Sabra Grainger • Location: Motor Skills Room

nova (Grades: 2-4) #NOVAJoin our Nova Performance Troupe’s pro-duction of Alice in Wonderland, Jr. This program exposes young performers to the fun of acting, singing and dancing in a friendly environment. This is a great

program to help students prepare for our more intense STARZ program. Performances will be May 16-17. For more information, contact Rachel Rustin at 210-302-6969 or [email protected].

FR, Jan. 9-May 17, 4:30-5:45pm • Class will not meet Mar. 13, Apr. 3, 10JCC Member-Exclusive class $155

Instructor: Rebecca Hardin • Location: Dance Studio/Conditioning Studio

STARZ (Grades: 5-12) #STARZJoin our successful STARZ Youth Performance Troupe in this semester’s production of Honk, Jr. This performance-focused youth troupe is a great avenue for those who enjoy theatre arts, whether you’re a seasoned performer or

stepping on stage for the first time. JCC members receive prior-ity registration, starting Dec. 9! Registration opens to the Com-munity on Dec. 19. Enrollment is limited; participants will audi-tion for parts once enrolled. Performances will be March 21-22. For more information, contact Rachel Rustin at 210-302-6969 or [email protected].

FR & SU, Jan. 9-Mar. 22, 4:30-5:45pm (FR); 2-5pm (SU)Class will not meet Mar. 13 • $215 | JCC Member $155Instructor: Anndria Flores • Location: Auditorium

Hip Hop Bop (Grades: K-3) #YHHBJoin a class that will teach children the most popular moves of today! Exciting dance steps, popular (kid friendly) music and a great work out for any ability level: this class will help children with coordination, rhythm, and self esteem. Makes great memo-ries too!

TU, Jan. 6-May 12, 4-4:45pm • Class will not meet Mar. 10$351 | JCC Member $234

Instructor: Move & Groove Dance Instructors • Location: Dance Studio

Move & Groove Dance (Grades: K–2) #YMGBallet, jazz and tap technique will be the focus of this high en-ergy class. Dancers will develop technique, vocabulary, coordi-nation, rhythm, flexibility and dance combinations in specific styles of each discipline of dance. Performance skills will be de-veloped while instilling self confidence in each child in an excit-ing and nurturing environment.

WE, Jan. 7-May 13, 4-5pm • Class will not meet Mar. 11$351 | JCC Member $234

Instructor: Move & Groove Dance Instructors • Location: Dance Studio

Youth Enrichment ClassesOnline Registration for most classes will cease at 9am two working days prior to class start date.

Register early to secure your spot and for added convenience.

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Texas Actors Workshop On-Camera Acting ClassesAttention TV Actors, age 9-99! Texas Actors Workshop offers classes geared towards specific on-camera acting skills, cre-ating real and believable characters, as well as developing and sharpening improvisational, commercial and interview skills. In addition, professional development and combating common myths and falsehoods about the talent industry will be covered. To see which class is right for you, to register, or for more information, visit their website at www.texasactor-sworkshop.com.

Save the dates for these upcoming holiday celebrations:

Celebrate PurimSunday, Mar. 1 / Markey Park at the J

Games • Food • Outdoor ActivitiesAll Ages and Dogs Welcome

First Night SederFriday, Apr. 3 / Holzman Auditorium

Traditional & Tasty Meal • Participatory SederSinging • Search for the Afikomen


Youth Grades K - 5 Sports & RecreationOnline Registration for most classes will cease at 9am two working days prior to class start date.


Space limitedSpurs YouthBasketball League (Grades: K-7)Lace up those sneakers and air up your basketballs… it’s time to play like a 2014 NBA Champion!

Register today for our most popular youth league which includes two prac-tices a week: with JCC Staff and with your Team. Fee includes a jersey for every player!

Grades K-1: TU, Jan. 6-Mar. 3, 4-4:45pmGirls: #SPURSK1G | Boys: #SPURSK1B

Grades 2-3: WE, Jan. 7-Mar. 4, 4-4:45pm

Girls: #SPURS23G | Boys: #SPURS23B

Grades 4-5: TH, Jan. 8-Mar. 5, 4-4:45pmGirls: #SPURS45G | Boys: #SPURS45B

Grades 6-7: TH, Jan. 8-Mar. 5, 4-4:45pm

Co-Ed: #SPURS67

$110 | JCC Member $75 • After Dec. 22, late fees will apply.

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Ashcrafts Martial Arts (Grades: K-2)Youth enrolled in Ashcrafts at the J will learn self-defense, im-prove their discipline and increase self-confidence, all while learning valuable life and leadership skills.

#YASH1, TH, Jan. 8-Mar. 5, 4:15-4:45pm#YASH2, TH, Mar. 19-May 14, 4:15-4:45pm

$120 | JCC Member $80 per sessionInstructor: Ashcrafts Martial Arts • Location: Conditioning Studio

J-Fit for Youth (Ages: 10-14) #YJFIT

Earn your ticket to wellness with our J-Fit for Youth class that will encourage young members to strive to reach fitness goals specific to their

gender and age. The program starts with a fitness test to get a baseline, followed by an orientation of our Training Studio equipment. A list of workouts will be provided to help improve fitness levels, and after 6 weeks, another fit-ness test will be given. After the initial test, all participants will be given a ‘#LiveUp - My Ticket to Wellness’ wristband to proudly wear at the JCC, school, and everywhere they travel. The goal is to earn the next level wristband at each test. Parents are welcome to join their child as they earn their Ticket to Wellness.

Ongoing Daily, beginning Jan. 5, 2015JCC Member-Exclusive class: Free

Instructor: JCC StaffLocation: Training Studio

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JCC Soccer AcademySoon the grass on the fields will be green again and the cold will turn to warm – and Spring Soccer Academy will be right around the corner! Not only will your youth have a blast getting some fresh air and exercise, they’ll also start learn-ing to work as a team. Your registration includes two soc-cer practices a week, with games on Sundays plus a Jersey, shorts and black socks.

Practices begin March 16!JCC Members! Take advantage of our Early Bird

rate beginning Jan. 19.Registration opens to the community beginning Feb. 2.

Support Your Young Athlete!Be a JCC youth league sponsor! JCC youth leagues welcome over 1,000 young athletes each year through t-ball/machine pitch, flag football, soccer, swimming, tennis and basketball! Our leagues help teach the fundamentals of each sport while em-phasizing the importance of teamwork and building camarade-rie. You can help support these programs by becoming a youth league sponsor and the win for you is each sponsor is entitled to a banner on the ball field, gymnasium, tennis courts, or at the pool. Your exposure can be limited for one season or year-round, it’s up to you. Call Carisa at 210-302-6866 or log onto our website at www.jccsanantonio.org/ylsponsor to learn more.

JCC Youth LoungeCome join your friends after school in the JCC Youth Lounge. The Lounge has two large screen TVs, two Wiis plus a Kinect, a Wi-Fi, computers and plenty of space to hang out with friends, or if you just need a place to do your homework! The Youth Lounge is a

supervised space located on the upper level of the JCC. The Youth Lounge is open to JCC members in 5th-12th grade from 3-6pm on weekdays.

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AQUATICS

Summer Swim Prep with Coach Susan (Ages: 7-12)Get Ready to spring into SUMMER swimming! Participants will receive preparation for the upcoming Summer Swim Season with this instructional class covering proper technique for all four competitive strokes. Diving, turns, and racing tips will also be presented to ensure each swimmer has a positive start to their summer league experience. Registration Dates: JCC Member – February 3; Non-Member – February 24

Ages: 7-9MO/WE, Apr. 6-29, 4-4:30pm or 5-5:30pm • TU/TH, Apr. 7-30, 4-4:30pm

Ages: 10-12 • MO/WE, Apr. 6-29, 4:30-5pm$48 | JCC Member $32

Existing Silver Swimmers or Coach’s Permission ONLY

TU/TH, Apr. 7-30, 4:30-5:30pm$60 | JCC Member $40

Instructor: Susan Ingraham

Stingray Summer Swim TeamPush your limits and swim beyond the JCC’s Swim Club and join the Stingrays Swim Team! Open to swimmers ages 5-18 as of June 1, 2015, and must be able to swim 25 meters without stopping. Practices will begin May 4.

M-TH, May 4 – June 30Novice: 4-4:45pm | Junior: 4:45-5:45pm | Senior 5:45-6:45pm

JCC Members-Exclusive class $109Instructor: Mark Saroni • Location: Pool

JCC Swim Club

The JCC Swim Club, staffed by professional coaches, is offered to all recreational, fitness and competitive swimmers in grades K-12. Monthly registration begins in August. Fee is per month with no discounts for holidays or missed classes. Attendance is not mandatory, but participants are encouraged to attend as many days as possible. All swimmers and parents must sign the Swim Club agreement available at the Sports & Fitness Desk. Platinum Group (Grades: K-1)This swim program will teach the basic strokes and work on en-durance and breathing techniques. Requirements: Participants must be able to swim 25 meters without assistance. New swim-mers to the program must schedule swim test with Coaches. This is not a replacement for swim lessons.

MO/WE or TU/TH, Meets Mar. & Apr., 4-4:30pm JCC Member-Exclusive class $30 per month

Instructor: Mark Saroni and Will Biba • Location: Pool

Bronze Group (Grades: 2-5)Participants will be introduced to all four strokes as well as prop-er turns and starts. Requirements: Participants must be able to swim the length of the pool (25 meters) in less than 1 minute.

MO-TH, ongoing monthly Jan.-March, 4-4:40pmJCC Member-Exclusive class $40 per monthInstructor: Susan Ingraham • Location: Pool

*To discuss wait list procedures, call 210-302-6825.

TEnnISSession 1: Jan. 5-29 • Session 2: Feb. 2-26

Session 3: Mar. 2-Apr. 2 • Session 4: Apr. 6-30 Session 5: May 4-28

One Star (Age: 4-6) #TEN1Learn the basic skills through a series of fun & exciting games using the new USTA Quickstart program. With larger tennis balls on a smaller court, young-sters can more easily achieve success in the sport!

MO-TH, 4-5pm1 X wk: $115 | JCC Member $75 per session

2 X wk: $175 | JCC Member $130 per session

Two Star (Age: 7-9) #TEN2Learn the basic rules of tennis and fundamental skills, including stroke production: forehand, backhand, and serves. Emphasis is on fun!

MO-TH, 4-5pm1 X wk: $120 | JCC Member $80 per session2 X wk: $185 | JCC Member $140 per session

Three Star (Age: 10 & Up) #TEN3Learn the basic rules of tennis and fundamental skills, including stroke production: forehand, backhand, and serves. Emphasis is on fun!

MO-TH, 5-6pm2 X wk: $210 | JCC Member $160 per session4 X wk: $300 | JCC Member $250 per session


Youth Grades K - 5 Sports & RecreationOnline Registration for most classes will cease at 9am two working days prior to class start date.


Tennis Drop-In Option Tennis participants may add a class by calling 210-302-6833 up to 2 hours prior to class time. Enrollment will be granted on a space available basis. Fees listed at the right. Payment must be made be-fore the class begins.

One Time Drop-In Fees One Star

$20 | JCC Member $15Two Star

$20 | JCC Member $15Three Star

$30 | JCC Member $25

Come join your friends after school in the JCC Youth Lounge. The Lounge has two large screen TVs, two Wiis plus a Kinect, Wi-Fi, comput-ers and plenty of space to hang out with friends, or if you just need a place to do your home-work! The Youth Lounge is a supervised space located on the upper

level of the JCC and is open to JCC members in 5th-12th grade from 3:30-6pm on weekdays.

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Youth Grades 6 - 12 Sports & RecreationOnline Registration for most classes will cease at 9am two working days prior to class start date.


AQUATICS

JCC Swim Club The JCC Swim Club, staffed by professional coaches, is offered to all recreational, fitness and competitive swimmers in grades K-12. Monthly registration begins in August. Fee is per month with no discounts for holidays or missed classes. Attendance is not mandatory, but participants are encouraged to attend as many days as possible. All swimmers and parents must sign the Swim Club agreement available at the Sports & Fitness Desk.

Silver Group (Grades: 6-8) Proper technique will be emphasized as well as endurance. Re-quirements: Participants should be able to swim a continuous 50 meters of each stroke, with their time to complete 50 meters of Freestyle under 1:15.

MO-TH, ongoing monthly Jan.-March, 4:45-5:45pmVisit www.jccsanantonio.org/jccswimclub to view no class days

$55 JCC Members Only Instructor: Susan Ingraham • Location: Pool

*To discuss wait list procedures, call 210-302-6825.

Gold Group (Grades: 9-12) Endurance, speed and technique will continue to be expanded along with competition preparation. Requirements: Participants should be able to swim 6 x 100 Free at 2:00 interval.

MO-TH, ongoing monthly Sept.-Dec., 5:45-7:15pm Visit www.jccsanantonio.org/jccswimclub to view No Class Days

$115 | JCC Member $80 per monthInstructor: Kevin Gallivan • Location: Pool

Stingray Summer Swim Team Push your limits and swim beyond the JCC’s Swim Club and join the Stingrays Swim Team! Open to swimmers ages 5-18 as of June 1, 2015, and must be able to swim 25 meters without stop-ping. Practices will begin May 4.

MO-TH, May 4 – June 30Novice: 4-4:45pm | Junior: 4:45-5:45pm | Senior 5:45-6:45pm

JCC Members-Exclusive class $109Instructor: Mark Saroni

Lifeguarding / WSI / CPR CLASSESTime to get certified for your JCC Summer Aquatic Job!

Visit the JCC’s website for complete details or call Tracy Schule-man at 210-302-6909 for more information.

Lifeguarding (Age: 15+)Sessions begin March 29 • $240 | JCC Member $200

WSI (Water Safety Instructor) (Age: 16+)

Sessions begins April 27 • $290 | JCC Member $240

CPR & Lifeguard RecertificationSessions begins April 6 • $100 | JCC Member $75

Tennis Drop-In Option Tennis participants may add a class by calling 210-302-6833 up to 2 hours prior to class time. Enrollment will be granted on a space available basis. Fees listed at the right. Payment must be made before the class.

One Time Drop-In Fee Four Star

$35 | JCC Member $30

Teen Co-EdBasketball League (Grades: 9-12) #TBLThis isn’t your little brother’s league… Come out and play in the JCC’s Teen Basketball League where players are guaranteed eight games, including

playoffs the last two weeks. Each team must have a minimum of 7 players and

a maximum of 10. SU, Jan. 8-Apr. 26, 6-9pm

Team Fee: $350 plus $25/team Forfeit FeeInstructor: JCC Staff • Location: Gym

TennisSession 1: Jan. 5-29 • Session 2: Feb. 2-26

Session 3: Mar. 2-Apr. 2 • Session 4: Apr. 6-30 Session 5: May 4-28

Four Star (Grades: 6-12) #TEN4For youth on their Middle/High School Team or competing in USTA level Tournaments. Participants may choose to come 2 or 4 times a week.

MO-TH, 5-7pm • 2 X wk: $300 | JCC Member $250 per session4 X wk: $550 | JCC Member $480 per session

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More than 10,000 Jewish teens from around the world will partici-pate in J-Serve this year. Make sure you are one of them by saving the date: March 29, from 9am-3pm! J-Serve San Antonio is a great day for teens in 7th-12th grade to hang out and improve the community. Come with your friends, volunteer at a local non-profit organization and receive community service hours. There’s no cost and no experience necessary. The JCC will provide transportation and lunch for all participants. For more information, contact Rachel Rustin at 302-6969 or [email protected].

JCC Maccabi Games® 2015

Registration is underway for Team San Antonio!The 2015 JCC Maccabi Games® experience is open to Jewish teens ages 13 to 16 as of July 31, 2015. Come join other Jewish teens from around the country at this week-long event. Athletes can com-pete in Boys Baseball, Bas-

ketball or Soccer, Girls Soccer or Volleyball and Bowling, Dance, Golf, Table Tennis, Tennis, or Swimming. All participants will also par-ticipate in great activities like host family night, fun evening social events, and Day of Caring and Sharing!

BBYO (B’nai B’rith Youth Organization) San Antonio has two chap-ters: the AZA Erich Weiss chapter for boys and BBG Sababa chapter for girls. This popular “youth-led” program lets members have fun, learn lifelong skills, and connect with other Jewish teens at local events or weekend conventions.

Upcoming EventsRegional Convention: Dec. 21-24

Regional Kallah in Houston: March 8-10

For more information about BBYO and other teen programs, contact Dylan Ashworth, City Director, at 210-302-6869 or [email protected].

This spring, the JCC will launch “Moving Tradi-tions,” an informal ed-ucation program that uses Judaism and Jew-ish tradition to enrich

the lives of teenagers. Small groups – Rosh Hodesh for girls and Shevet Achim for boys – of 8th and 9th graders meet monthly with trained leaders.

“Moving Traditions” builds self-esteem, Jewish identity, leadership skills, and friendship networks of adolescent participants. The cur-riculum includes discussion, arts and crafts, drama and other meth-ods to allow participants to discuss important issues through a lens of Jewish values.

A special one-time, free “Taste of Moving Traditions” Event will be held on January 20 at 7pm. For more information or to RSVP for the “Taste of Moving Traditions” Event, please contact Rachel Rustin at [email protected] or 210-302-6969.

San Antonio Hillel provides year-round pro-gramming on campuses throughout San Anto-nio for students to feel a sense of community, togetherness, and a connection to their Jewish identity. Jewish students at UTSA, Trinity, UT

Health Science Center, UIW, and SAC have the opportunity to meet one another, celebrate Jewish traditions and holidays and come to-gether to create memories that will last a lifetime! If you know a Jewish student in San Antonio that would like to attend a San Antonio Hillel event or you would like to learn more about San Antonio Hillel’s programs, please contact Samantha Mazuz by email at [email protected], or by telephone at 210-201-JEWS (5397).

Don’t miss a single event! Connect with us on Facebook: San Antonio Hillel or Twitter & Instagram: @sahillel

Teen - Young Adult Services


Fiesta Parades: April 24 and 25. Purchase your Fiesta Parade tickets atthe J beginning Jan. 5! Enjoy a San Antonio tradition while helping support

San Antonio BBYO! Call 210-302-6859.

San Antonio Hillel celebrates Sukkot on the UTSA Campus

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Are you a teen entering grade 9 or 10 in fall 2015? Want to spend next summer learning valuable leadership skills which could eventually land you a job as a JCC Summer Camp Counselor?

Contact Dylan Ashworth for more information: 210-302-6869 or [email protected].


Adult Arts & EntertainmentThe Mel Pomerantz Arts & Culture Series presents...

The Barshop JCC is proud to present the Mel Pomerantz Arts & Culture Series. Mel’s passion for Jewish culture, arts and en-tertainment was and continues to be a driving force for the JCC to reach new heights in providing provocative and dynamic events and activities to the community. In recognition of his many generous contributions, the JCC continues to honor Mel and his family with our annual season, named in his memory.

DInE AROUnD PARTICIPAnTS(As of november 15, 2014 - For a current list of participants,

visit www.jccsanantonio.org/dinearound.)

Habanero’s Grill13444 West Ave., 499-0099 • www.habanerosgrill.com

Lenny’s Sub Shop #115Alon Town Centre • 11503 NW Military Ste. 117, 492-1098

Myron’s Prime Steakhouse10003 NW Military Hwy., Suite 2101, 493-3031

www.myronsprime.com

Thai Topaz2177 NW Military Hwy., 290-9833

www.thaitopaz.com

Promotional discounts provided in conjunction with theDine Around program may not be

combined with other discounts, coupons or promotions.

If you are a restauranteur interested in participating in this program, please call Carisa at 210-302-6866.

Planning ahead for the next JCC Arts & Culture event? Visit one of our participating Dine Around restaurants on the day or evening before or after a JCC Arts and Culture event to enjoy a delicious meal and a special discount just for you! Simply present the program from the event for confirmation of your event ticket purchase to receive the discount.

14th Annual JCC Jewish Film FestivalFive Days • 10 Films

February 7–11, 2015 at Santikos Embassy 14(Bitters at 281)

Tickets on sale January 6.

The Jewish Film Festival PresentsDeli Man / The Prequel / Saturday, Jan. 17Barshop JCC • Doors Open 7pm • Film 8pm

$10 per ticketVisit www.jccsanantonio/filmfestival to purchase tickets,

view the film trailer, and follow links to film reviews.

Save the Date for The Sequel on Saturday, May 9!

Strauss Festival Panel Discussionand Chamber Concert

Sun., January 4 at 6pm | JCC Holzman Auditorium

Strauss had a relationship of convenience with Adolf Hitler, pur-portedly in the hopes to promote German art, culture and mu-sic. To gain an in depth understanding of how Strauss’ personal choices during the 1930s and 1940s left an impression on not only the music he composed but also on his legacy as a man, join San Antonio Symphony Music Director Sebastian Lang-Less-ing, Steven G. Kellman Ph.D., professor of comparative literature at UTSA, Maxine Cohen, Holocaust educator and David S. Gross, president of the San Antonio Symphony as they discuss and take questions from the audience.

The evening will be complemented by performances from musi-cians of the San Antonio Symphony previewing works of Strauss that are to be performed as part of the festival.

This event is free and open to the community. RSVP online at www.jccsanantonio.org/artandmusic or by calling 210-302-6820.

Presented in part by theSan Antonio Symphony,

Texas Public Radio and the Holocaust Memorial Museum

of the Jewish Federationof San Antonio.

Share the Sights of San Antonio!Volunteer Opportunity

Are you a San Antonian who loves sharing our city’s history and culture with visitors? If you’re looking for an opportunity to make friends, visit landmarks and delight in cultural sights, you’re an ideal candidate to be a Road Scholar volunteer! Road Scholar is an educational program that coordinates tours all over the world, including several in our own historic city, that are orchestrated by the JCC. Volunteers will assist profession-al tour guides during week-long programs occurring primarily in downtown San Antonio. If you are interested in becoming a Road Scholar volunteer, please contact Maya Siler at 210-302-6860 or [email protected].


Adult Arts & EntertainmentThe Mel Pomerantz Arts & Culture Series presents...

Thank You to... Our Friends of The Vex, whose sup-port helps us to continue to provide the high quality, cutting-edge theatre for which The Vex has become known. This support also helps us remain at the top of our game through a variety of enhancement initiatives such as sound and technical improvements.

As we look forward to our 16th Season, we want to thank our Friends of The vex who have committed to support us for the 2014-15 Season:

Mr. and Mrs. Arthur & Myra BahmeMr. and Mrs. Jim & Leigh Barshop

Mr. Al Becken • Mr. and Mrs. Harvey & Nancy BellDr. and Mrs. Emerson & Jean BeschMr. and Mrs. Ben & Shana Gurwitz

Holy Trinity Catholic Church • Mr. and Mrs. Andy & Ann ParsonsMr. and Mrs. James & Kathryn Passmore

Dr. Joan Ratner • Dr. and Mrs. Adam & Varda RatnerMr. and Mrs. Tony & Chris Rhoades

Mr. and Mrs. Bob & KC RutowskiStu Schlossberg & Bonnie Reed • Mr. David C. Smallwood

Drs. Greg & Barbra SurfasMs. Barbara Uzzell • Mr. and Mrs. Harold & Esther Vexler

For information about how you can become a Friend of The Vex, visit www.jccsanantonio.org/fov

or call Carisa Heiss at 210-302-6866.

JCC Author & Lecture Series Presents

Carla naumburg’s Parenting in the Present Moment: How to Stay Focused on What Really Matters

Sunday, Jan. 25 | 3-5pmTake advantage of this opportunity to join with other parents in an enlightening and lively discussion on parenting rooted in the author’s own experiences, as well as her mindfulness train-ing and professional social work background.

Author Presentation and Q & A • Parent ActivityBook Sale and Signing • Meet and Greet with Carla

Free for current ECD and Kid’s Club parents / $10 per person www.jccsanantonio.org/author

Victoria Aarons’ The New Diaspora: The Changing Landscape

of American Jewish FictionThursday, Feb. 19 | 7pm

The New Diaspora presents pieces by winners of the Wallant Award, focusing on the best work of recent winners and reflects the evolving landscape of American Jewish fiction over the last fifty years, as many authors working in America are not Ameri-can by birth, and their fiction has become more experimental in nature.

Tracy newman’s Shabbat is Coming!Sunday, Mar. 1 / at the JCC’s Markey Park

As part of the Barshop JCC’s pet friendly, ‘Celebrate Purim’ event, author Tracy Newman will read to kids, parents and puppies alike about a family and their dog getting ready for Shabbat!

Mark Lee Greenblatt’s Valor: Unsung Heroes from Iraq,

Afghanistan, and the Home FrontWednesday, May 20

Valor tells true stories of extraor-dinary heroism by American troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, as well as a Navy rescue swimmer in the Atlantic.

Join each of these unique authors as they read from their books, answer Q & A and conclude with a signing.Find out more information or purchase tickets at

www.jccsanantonio.org/authorspeakerseries.

Braid the dough.Watch it grow.Shabbat is coming.

Showing in 2015:

Talley’s Folly • February 5 - March 1This Pulitzer Prize winning play by Lanford Wilson follows a Jewish immigrant who returns to his midwestern home after World War II in the hopes of rekindling an old romance. He tries to break through her protective shell while revealing his own terrible history.

Rumors • May 2 - 31In the crazy farce written by Neil Simon, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. It’s only a flesh wound, but his guests for an anniversary dinner experience a severe attack of insanity.

Tickets are available one monthbefore show opens: 210-302-6835

Celebrate the Land of Milk and Honeyat JCC’s Beer night

Thursday, April 23 at 7pm in the CaféA fulfilling way to recognize Israel, the Land of Milk and Honey! Curious about a milk stout or beers brewed with honey? Brian, our resident certified Cicerone, will take you through a selection of beers as you learn about history, breweries, brands and taste. Space is limited and reservations are a must; $5 per person. The J needs to commit to purchasing the beer in advance, so sorry, no refunds.

In partnership with H-E-B.


Adult Events/Enrichment/EntertainmentGreen Vegetarian Cuisine’s: Bring on the Bread!

Cooking Demonstration and MealMonday, April 13

Chef Mike and his team from Green return to the JCC for a cook-ing class that you will look forward to all Passover long (and more!) Watch a multi-coursed ‘Bread Themed’, vegetarian meal be prepared and then dine and discuss afterwards! All partici-pants will leave with a copy of the recipes, and perhaps left-overs! (Insider tip: Some participants bring their own Tupper-ware as the portions served are often generous.)Look for details about registration in the March Center Peace!

I Call “Mah Jongg”! (Age: Adult) Visit the Senior Center on any given morning or afternoon and there is a good chance that many of the Mah Jongg players learned the rules of the game right here at the J. Join legendary instructor, Lee Markman, for this 6-week course all about ‘mahj’. All ages are welcome and while we can’t guarantee you will be great enough of a player to win all of the games, you will cer-tainly end this course with the skills to take a seat at our game tables as a player. Hot coffee and snacks are included. Want to stick around after class? Turn to page 19 for the fitness schedule at the J or join the Fit for Life group to take part in chair-based exercise.

#AMAHJP, MO, Feb. 2 – Mar. 9, 6:30-8pm#AMAHJA, TU, Feb. 3 – Mar. 10, 9:30-11am

$10 | JCC Member FreeInstructor: Lee Markman • Location: Senior Room

Crafting Culture (Age: Adult) #ACCCome join your friends for a morning of arts and crafts in the Senior Center! Each project will explore various aspects of Jew-ish culture through artistic mediums. This season we will be creating works that celebrate the holidays of Tu B’Shevat and Passover. Space is limited, so please RSVP to these events by contacting Maya Siler at 210-302-6860 or [email protected].

TU, Jan. 27, 10-11am and Mar. 31, 10-11am$5 | JCC Member Free

Instructor: Maya Siler • Location: Senior Center

~Get in touch with your roots!~The Jewish Genealogical Society

meets the third Sunday of every month to share the knowledge and tools needed to explore family histories. Contact Maya

at 210-302-6860 or [email protected] regarding membership.

Senior Chefs (Age: Adult) #ACHEFGet ready to experience Jewish culture in a way everyone can appreciate – by making delectable

snacks! Senior Chefs is a new program that will traverse the world of Jewish holidays and their respective foods. No baking experience is needed and participants will receive all necessary ingredients. However, space is limited and reservations are re-quired online or by contacting Maya Siler at 210-302-6860.

TU, Mar. 3, 10-11am and TU, Apr. 7, 10-11am$5 | JCC Member Free

Instructor: Maya Siler • Location Senior Room

JCC Knitting Club (Age: Adult)Join other members in the Senior Center to work on your current projects, try something new, or contribute to a group mitzvah proj-ect. All levels of knitting and crochet are welcome.

Fourth Thursday of the month, 1pm • FreeLocation: Senior Center

JCC Book Club (Age: Adult)Get together with the baleboste for a monthly discussion of hot new titles and your old favorites. Call Maya at 210-302-6860 for upcoming titles. Care to stay for lunch? Dine on a healthy, chef inspired, kosher lunch! See next page for details.

Second Monday of each month, 10:30am – 12pmJCC Member Free • Location: Room 227

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Fogiel Gift ShopThe Fogiel Gift Shop is located on the main level

of The Campus and is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 6pm

or by appointment.

Call 210-302-6863 for more information or visit www.jccsanantonio.org/giftshop.

Silver Cinema Film Screenings (Age: Adult)The JCC, in conjunction with the Golden Manor Auxiliary, offers a fun program called Silver Cinema. A different film is screened in the Holzman Auditorium, complete with complimentary popcorn! For more information about this program for seniors or to find out what film is being screened next, contact Maya Siler at 210-302-6860.

First & Third Thursday of each month, 1pmCost: Free • Location: Holzman Auditorium

Texas Actors Workshop On-Camera Acting ClassesAttention TV Actors of all ages! Texas Actors Workshop offers classes geared towards specific on-camera acting skills, creating real and believable characters, as well as developing and sharpen-ing improvisational, commercial and interview skills. In addition, professional development and combating common myths and falsehoods about the talent industry will be covered. To see which class is right for you, to register, or for more information, visit their website at www.texasactorsworkshop.com.


Adult Enrichment & Educationcharlie pearl Senior adult programs

Game Room Activities (Age: Adult)Borrow ours or grab your tiles, a deck of cards or your dominos and join other seniors for an afternoon of friendly competition. Additional available games include Scrabble and RummyQ.

MO-TH, Weekly Ongoing, 10am-4pmFree to JCC Members 65+ • Location: Senior Center

Fit 4 Life (Age: Adult) This class is designed specifically for seniors and focuses on strength, balance, flexibility and endurance. Most exercises per-formed in a seated position.

MO-FR, Weekly, Ongoing, 11-11:45amFree to JCC Members

Instructor: JCC Fitness Staff • Location: Auditorium

Fresh Kosher Lunch (Age: Adult)Enjoy a healthy, kosher meal, and ‘do lunch’ with friends! Monday through Thursday, weekly, beginning at 12pm, concluding by 1pm. $3 Members. Guests who are considering joining the J are wel-come to try it out.

Enjoy live music the last Thursday of each month along with a birthday celebration of cake and singing. Speakers such as local professors, experts and entertainers pres-ent and join the crowd on select lunch days throughout the year; check the Senior Moments newsletter for more information. Con-tact the Senior Center at 210-302-6860 to RSVP. 24-hour advanced reservations are required.

The Senior Lunch program is funded in part by the Jewish Federa-tion of San Antonio and Golden Manor Jewish Senior Services. For more information, please call Maya Siler at 210-302-6860.

Israeli Dancing (Age: 15+) Come explore the fascinating folkloric tradition of Israeli music and dance. Enjoy the classics and learn the newest dances by a wide variety of Israeli artists. No experience necessary. Visit www.danceolam.org for more information.

7:30pm: Beginners/warm-up | 8pm: Intermediate/AdvancedMO, Ongoing, 7:30-10pm

$6 | $4 JCC Member per class; Pay with InstructorInstructor: Becky Schenker and Raphi Sonsino • Location: Dance Studio

~Re-discover the Mama-Loshin!~Yiddish Club

Interested in Yiddish culture? Join the Yiddish club on the first Sunday of every month as they explore subjects such as film, music, history, linguistics and sports as they relate to Yiddish culture and Judaism as a whole. Contact Maya at 210-302-6860 or [email protected] for more information.

For more information, contact Maya Siler at 210-302-6860 or [email protected]

or visitwww.jccsanantonio.org/pwh.

An initiative of the Barshop JCC connecting Jewish Active Militaryor Post 9/11 War Vets with the community.

A PT Can Kick Your Workout Up a notch!One-on-one personal attention with a JCC Personal Trainer can be arranged by picking up the phone and making an appoint-ment! Stop by the Sports & Fitness Courtesy Desk for a brochure or

visit www.jccsanantonio.org/personaltrainers for complete bios on our Personal Trainers.

“J Care” is an exclusive service for JCC members for temporary care of children while parents/guardians are on campus and: • Utilizing the facilities• Participating in a JCC program• Participating in a JCC service• Other restrictions apply

HoursMO-FR: 8am-12:30pm • MO & WE: 4-7:30pm

TU & TH: 4pm-8pm • SU: 9am-1pm

JCC Members: $3 per hour/10 hour discount punch cards: $20FREE to Family Plus Members

*Reservations Required: 210-302-6820. For more information: Cynthia Baker, [email protected] or 210-302-6849.

*Drop-Ins on space available basis ONLY!


Adult Sports, Fitness & Recreation

Bodypump™ classes are 60 min./MO & FR Zumba classesare 50 min. All other classes are 55 minutes.

All classes are FREE/JCC Members only unless marked:■ Register/Pay with instructor

◆ Free to Membership Plus Only (some restrictions apply) or Daily/Monthly Fees apply.

Class Locations/Instructors Subject to Change.

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OnGOInG GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES (Class descriptions on page 20)

April 9 - 19, 2015

Save the Dates! A variety of spirited competitions for adults age 50 or better. To volunteer or for more information, contact Games Director Cathy pottorf at 210-302-6870

or [email protected].

AnnUAL JCC GOLF CLASSICFriday, May 1 • Silverhorn Golf Club

Supporting youth & inclusion programs at the Barshop JCC.For more information, contact Carisa Heiss

at 210-302-6866 or [email protected].


Adult Sports, Fitness & Recreation

u Aquafit Pool workout using water resistance that is easy on the joints. JCC Members Only. $5/class or $25/month

BODYPUMP™ Original 60-minute barbell class that strength-ens your entire body and challenges all major muscle groups using weight-room exercises and great music. Classes are first come/first served. To participate, sign in at the S&F desk to get a pass for class. (no Pass no Class.)

Boot Camp Expect to burn 400-600 calories in this full-body class. It’s packed with variety, tons of fun and a little healthy competition.

Conditioning Combo class of muscle training & cardiovas-cular moves.

Cycle 55 Bringing road riding indoors, this 55 minute cycle class will have you riding over hills and racing on flats, al-lowing for brief breaks for water and towels. Come ready to sweat.

Cycle & Core This 45 minute indoor road ride finishes up with a core blasting segment designed to keep you fit from head to toe.

Cycling Take the ride of your life with an intense 45 minute cardiovascular workout followed by 10 minutes of core and flexibily work.

Fit 4 Life Focus on strength, flexibility and endurance in this class executed from a seated position.

Fitness Fusion Overcome your fitness plateaus with this fat-blasting workout fusing strength, power, and endurance training. Formats rotate on a monthly basis to challenge your body with the variations needed to avoid a fitness pitfall and maximize results!

HiiT (High Intensity Interval Training) An intense, drill-based class designed to quickly increase your level of fitness while building muscle/burning fat.

J-abata This class will utilize cycles of short bursts of MAXI-MAL effort training combined with short periods of rest for the ultimate workout! This is Tabata, JCC style! Muscles in Motion Weight training class using dumbbells, flexibility balls, and tubes.

nIA Body & mind class combines dance, martial arts and yoga.

Pilates Mat/Pilates Inspired Pilates is a series of movements requiring focus, breath and attention to alignment. This mat class works on core strength and flexibility.

Pilates on the Foam Roller Pilates exercises on the 36” x 6” Foam Roller will increase your balance, strength and flex-ibility with a unique challenge. If you have your own Roller, bring it to class. Rollers will be available to use during class. This class is NOT recommended for individuals with osteoporosis, spinal injuries or spinal sensitivity.

u Power H20 Water aerobics that incorporates aqua belts, noodles and hand-held buoys. Register at the Sports & Fitness Courtesy Desk. JCC Members Only. $5/class or $25/month

n Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dancing A progressive 12-week session of aerobic dance. For fees and to register, contact Phyllis Patterson at 490-1283 or Elaine Gardner at 885-5094. Open to the community.

Restorative Yoga This class is a mixture of challenging and restorative poses tempered by a strong shot of down to earth humor and deep knowledge of kinesiology, alignment and therapeutics. Designed to restore the nervous system and help release deeply held tensions from the body and mind, this class is a great way to end your week. All levels are welcome; please come prepared with your mat and an open mind.

Step It Up Join this non-stop old school step class and vamp up your steady state aerobic conditioning. Come ready to dance on your step.

Step Interval This class blends old-school step with new-school fitness training. Utilizing the step, routines are designed to incorporate traditional step movements inter-laced with Tabata-style intensity blasts.

T.B.C. A total body conditioning workout combining resis-tance training, cardio intervals, power drills, plyometrics, and endurance training in a HIGH energy class!

Yoga Traditional static poses that impact muscular endur-ance, strength and flexibility.

Yoga Flow Recommended for all who wish to deepen their yoga practice and increase strength and physical condition-ing. This fitness-based, multi-level class aims for the inte-gration of mind and body, breathing, balance, and flexibil-ity. The tempo is energetic and vigorous, with emphasis on proper body alignment and in-depth muscle work through creative sequencing of poses.

Zumba® Latin dance class that features exotic rythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats.

Group Exercise Class Descriptions

Small Group Personal TrainingBarre at the J (Age: Adult) #SFBARBarre class is a whole body, dynamic, safe and effective work-out to music based on Pilates principles and dance movements. Students should bring their own mat and participate in bare feet or socks with grips. Want to try the class out first? Feel free to drop in for $20, space permitting.

MO, 9-9:45am & 6-6:45pm | WE, 12-12:45pm & 6-6:45pmFR Express, 5:15-5:45pm

Classes start Week of January 5! See www.jccsanantonio.org for future dates.

$90 | JCC Member $60 per 4-week sessionInstructors: Chris Rhoades, M.Ed, Roberta Varela-Hein, Brittany Smith

and Mary Kimmel • Location: Dance Studio

Body Back® (Age: Adult) #SFBBBody Back® is the newest program to be released from Stroller Strides’ founder Lisa Druxman. It is a results-based workout de-signed specifically for moms. Whether you just had a baby or had a baby twenty years ago, it will help any mom get their body back. Most importantly, it will help you unlock your personal possibilities in an inspiring and powerful environment.

Morning Class: TU/TH, Jan. 13-Mar. 5, 10:30-11:30amEvening Class: MO/WE, Jan. 12-Mar. 4, 6-7pm

$249 | JCC Member $199 per sessionInstructor: Gretchen Hokenson & Amy Francis • Location: Training Studio

Commit to Be Fit with Ernie (Age: Adult) #SFCFE“What the mind can conceive, the body can achieve.” Ernie Ber-nard, a Personal Trainer at the JCC, is offering his unique ap-proach to diet strategies and workouts in a small group train-ing atmosphere that will help you lose weight and minimize body fat. This class will culminate with the “Ernie’s Fitness Boot Camp” test. Will you pass and strut your stuff “Ernie-style?”

MO/WE/FR, Jan. 5-Feb. 6, 2-3pm • JCC Member-Exclusive class $375Instructor: Ernie Bernard • Location: Training Studio

Ski Conditioning (Age: 10 and Up)Join Gretchen as she progressively helps you build your aerobic capacity, balance, strength and en-

durance in this two-week program that will enable you to hit the first run as well as the last. Use body resistance, plyometrics, aerobic intervals and stretching to increase not only your time on the slopes, but the quality of your time in the snow.

MO/WE, Feb. 2-11, Feb. 16-25, Mar. 2-11, 5:30-6pmJCC Member-Exclusive class $20

Instructor: Gretchen Hokenson • Location: Training Studio

Trekking (Age: Adult) #SFTREKBored with the same old treadmill workout? Not seeing the re-sults you want? Let us help you supercharge your treadmill time. Come Trek with Gretchen Hokenson as she leads you through an efficient, challenging, calorie-burning treadmill routine.

TU/TH, Jan. 6-29, 11:30am-12:15pmJCC Member-Exclusive class $75Instructor: Gretchen Hokenson

Location: Fitness Center


Adult Sports, Fitness & RecreationOnline Registration for most classes will cease at 9am two working days prior to class start date.


Come on out and play Pickleball at the J!

• Pickleball courts are available to JCC members with reservations, which may be made up to 3 days in advance.

• Court reservations are scheduled in 90-minute increments.

• For reservations, call 210-302-6833.

• HOURS OF PLAY Monday – Friday: 8-10am and 12-5pm Saturday & Sunday: 8am-5pm

Guests must purchase a pickleball pass at the Tennis Clubhouse Desk and can reserve a court

up to 24 hours in advance.Paddles are available at the Tennis Clubhouse Desk

with JCC membership card or proper ID.

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AquaticsImprove Stroke Technique for Triathletes (Age: 18 and Up)This technique-intensive class is ideal for fitness and competi-tive athletes alike who are serious about learning proper free-style stroke mechanics and increasing their overall efficiency, comfort and control in the water. We will be in the water with you providing you with constructive hands-on feedback and demonstrating simple solutions to solving common swimming puzzles.

MO, Apr. 6-27, 7:15-8:15pm • $60 | JCC Member $40Instructor: Todd Erickson • Location: Pool

Total Immersion Swimming (Age: Adult)Work less, swim better, and enjoy it more with Total Immersion. Designed for new, experienced, fitness, and competitive swim-mers, these private swim lessons teach you to become an en-ergy-conscious swimmer by swimming with your body not just arms and legs. Taught by Todd Erickson – Certified TI Coach, Level 4 ASCA Coach.

½ hour Session: $60 | JCC Member $40Packages of 6, ½ hr. lessons or 3, one-hour Sessions:

$250 | JCC Member $200Call the S&F Courtesy Desk at 302-6825 to schedule lessons.

Masters Swim (Age: Adults)Have fun and enjoy friendly competition while getting fit. Open to all levels of fitness swimmers, competitive swimmers and tri-athletes. This is a JCC Member-Exclusive program.

MO-FR, 6-7am & 8:30-9:30am and SU, 9-10am; Ongoing MonthlyJCC Member $42 – Pay with Instructor

Instructor: Susan Ingraham and Titta Elias • Location: Pool

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Adult Sports, Fitness & RecreationOnline Registration for most classes will cease at 9am two working days prior to class start date.


Men’s Corporate 35+ Basketball LeagueA league specifically designed for local businesses. For recreation-al teams with players of varying skill levels. Please no Open Level players. Scheduled to play on Tuesday nights.

Men’s 30+ Basketball League Our competitive league for play-ers age 30 and up who have played in the past and still want a strong competitive challenge. Scheduled to play on Monday nights.

Men’s 6’2” & Under Basketball League A competitive league specifically designed for players with a height of 6’2” and under only. Scheduled to play on Wednesday nights.

Men’s Open Basketball League Our most competitive league—fast and fun with the focus on competition. Scheduled to play on Thursday nights.

Men’s League Fees: $480 per team PLUS a refundable $60 forfeit fee and $40 for each player after 8 players, up to 10 players.

Men’s 50+ Basketball League A fast paced 3v3 league played half court for players age 50 and up. Teams are scheduled to play on Tuesday nights.

$50 | $40 JCC members PLUS a refundable $50 forfeit fee.

ADULT TEnnIS LEAGUES The JCC offes a variety of leagues for all level players. Please see website for time, days and additional leagues. Leagues are

$50 | JCC Member $35 per six-week session.

Mixed Doubles Progressive LeagueFor men & women. Participants will play different challengers each week and progress to higher court and skill level.

Ladies’ Doubles Progressive League Participants will play dif-ferent challengers each week and progress to higher court and skill level.

Men’s Singles League Participants will play different challeng-ers each week and progress to higher court and skill level.

Men’s Doubles Progressive League Participants will play dif-ferent challengers each week and progress to higher court and skill level.

USTA LEAGUES: We also offer a variety ofUSTA Team Leagues.

Contact JCC Director of Tennis Victor Torres,210-302-6824, for details.

WHEELCHAIR TEnnIS CLASSESClasses are FREE to the community.

Please call the Tennis Clubhouse at 302-6833 to sign up.

Beginner Wheelchair Tennis (Age: 10-Adult) For beginners or those who have been away from the game! Ongoing, WE, 5-7pm & SA, 1-3pm

Wheelchair Tennis Proficient C (Age: 10-Adult) For proficient “C” and above level players. MO & TH, Ongoing, 12-2pm

TEnnIS CLInICSUnlimited Clinics $105 | JCC Member $75 per month

(Members: Sign up for Autopay and get $5 a month off!)Please Note: Clinics may have a later start time during

the cold season. Please consult website.

MondayAll Levels Clinic (Adult) Learn the basics of tennis: forehand, backhand/service strokes and rules. Ongoing, 9-10:30am OR 7-8:30pm

TuesdayBeginner’s Cardio Clinic (Adult) A combination of fitness boot camp with tennis play and great music. Lots of fun & fitness! Ongoing, 9-10:30am

Senior Clinic (Adult 50+) Combo of basic drills and advanced match play. Ongoing, 10-11am $60 | JCC Member $40 per month

WednesdayIntermediate Clinic (Adult) For those players that have control of their ground strokes and footwork and are ready to learn strategy. Ongoing, 9-10:30am and 7-8:30pm

Beginner’s Clinic (Adult) Learn the basics of tennis: forehand, backhand/service strokes and rules. Ongoing, 7-8:30pm

ThursdayIntermediate Cardio Clinic (Adult) A combination of fitness boot camp with tennis play and great music. Lots of fun & fitness! Ongoing, 9-10:30am

FridayAll Levels Clinic (Adult) Intense drills at your skill level. Ongoing, 9-10:30am

ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUESLEAGUES WILL BEGIn In THE EnD OF FEBRUARY. Early bird Registration begins Jan. 5!

For more information, contact the Sports & Fitness Courtesy Desk at 210-302-6835 or Kris Todd at [email protected].

Tuesday night Pick-up Games (Age: Adult 18+) Wanna play ball? Whether it’s a one-on-one game or a couple of teams going head to head, getting on the court will change up your workout routine or help you blow off some steam.

TU, Ongoing Weekly, 7-9:45pm, Free JCC Members Only

Thanks to El MiraSol & SoLuna-Cavillos Mexican Food,the official Championship Sponsors of the

JCC Men’s Adult Basketball League.


Support Our AdvertisersMvP = Businesses that offer ongoing special promotions to JCC Members.

Adante Senior Living2731 Cembalo Blvd., 78213

(210) 493-0101www.adantelife.com

MvPBallet Arts School

Judith Gani2103 Lockhill Selma Rd., 78213

(210) 344-9428www.balletartsschool.com

Barshop Ollervidez Entertainment Services

Rikko Ollervidez (210) [email protected]

www.rikkosjoint.com

Coldwell Banker/D’Ann Harper Realtors

Steve & Courtney Silver(210) 379-5417 | (210) 379-2537

[email protected]@cbharper.com

www.steveandcourtneysilver.com

Dave and Buster’s440 Crossroads Blvd., 78201

(210) 515-1515www.daveandbusters.com

Dream Works Massage TherapyDee Dee Moore

12500 NW Military Hwy., 78231(210) 302-6830

MvPEuropean Piano Academy

Rosalia RavitskyLessons held at The Campus

(210) [email protected]

MvP Fantastic Sams At Alon Market

8503 NW Military Hwy., #11578231 • 210-408-9075

www.FantasticSams.com

MvPFour Season’s EmbroideryJeff Siegel (210) 377-0456

[email protected] www.caps-shirts.com

MvPHabanero’s Grill

13444 West Ave. | (210) 499-0099www.habanerosgrill.com

MvPHarry & Jeanette Weinberg Campus of

the San Antonio Jewish Community12500 NW Military Hwy., 78231

(210) 302-6800www.thecampustx.org

H-E-Bwww.heb.com

MvPKona Ice

Heather & Randy Stetson(210) 379-4168

www.kona-ice.com

MvPKRTU

91.7 FM • www.krtu.org

MvPDr. Richard Lazor

11719 Whisper Valley, 78230(210) 492-2192

[email protected]

MvPLenny’s Sub Shop

11503 NW Military Hwy., Ste. 117, 78231(210) 492-1098

MvPLou Jon Construction

Eric Muchnick1150 N. Loop 1604 W., #108-611,78248

(210) [email protected]

Myron’s Prime Steakhouse10003 NW Military Hwy., Ste. 2101, 78231

(210) 493-3031www.myronsprime.com

Omni Hotel9821 Colonnade Blvd., 78230

(210) 699-5826www.omnihotels.com

MvPRosenberg Indoor Comfort

Lee, Betsy and Michael Rosenberg4335 Vance Jackson, 78230

(210) 798-8001www.rosenbergair.com

MvPTexas Actor’s Workshop

Classes held at The [email protected]

www.texasactorsworkshop.com

Texas Public RadioKSTX – 89.1 FM | KPAC – 88.3 FM

KTXI – 90.1 FM (Hill Country)

MvPThai Topaz

2177 NW Military Hwy., 78213(210) 290-9833

www.thaitopaz.com

The Alternative Board 12015 Radium St. #100, 78216

(210) 615-1800 www.tabsanantonio.com

Wildey Pediatric Dentistry10003 NW Military Hwy., Ste. 3201,

78231(210) 417-4181

www.wildeypd.com

Interested in becoming an MvP or advertising your business at the JCC?

Contact Carisa Heiss at (210) 302-6866 or [email protected].

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