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Your Resort-Style Summer Awaits at the JCC with Family Fun & Fitness!

What are your kids doing this summer? Check out the JCC for its fabulous Outdoor Pool & Cafe complex, Wiffle Ball & Tennis, Summer Fitness, Fun Family Activities and CAMP!

Camp Countdown! What are Your Kids Doing This Summer?

Believe it or not, there are just a few days left ‘til Adventure on the Hill summer camps begin on June 25th. Due to popular demand, we’ve added more Specialty weeks, including more Tennis, Art and Sports. Check it out HERE .

What are your kids doing this summer? Adventure on the Hill hascamps for toddlers to teens right here on our 11-acre campus with Outdoor &Indoor pools, tennis courts, playing fields and more.  Download the Camp Guide HERE and sign up today! Contact Camp Director Scott Kaplan at skaplan@jccns.com or by calling 781-631-8330, ext 411.

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Summer Splash!

Families had a blast at the JCC’s Outdoor Pool Summer Splash last weekend.  We enjoyed live music, delicious summer snacks & treats, Story Hour & Scavenger Hunt with Berlitz, bubble play, pool games and even poolside Zumba! (Check out a gallery of Summer Splash photos HERE .) We’ll have Family Fun activities every Sunday at 2:00pm, so bring the kids! And tell your neighbors, too. Summer Memberships are flying fast.  781-631-8330.

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Growing Pains?

How can tell if your child’s aches and pains are growing pains, or something more serious? We’re here to help. JCC partner Spaulding Rehab is hosting an Ask the PT session at the JCC this Thursday, June 14, at 2:30pm in the lobby. Stop by for a FREE Q&A session.  Spaulding will move its Ask a PT sessions to the Outdoor Pool starting in July!

Summer Programs Starting – Sign Up Today!

Our Summer programs are starting, so sign up today and don’t miss out! Check out the Summer Guide HERE . Here’s a peek at just a few exciting offerings…

  • KickBoxing Round 2: You’ll love this full-body cardio kickboxing class where you’ll learn advanced boxing skills and get a great workout! Wednesdays, 8:30am.
  • Yoga Staycation: No need to travel to find your inner-peace! Sign up for the J’s Yoga Staycation class with Ariela HaLevi on Sunday, June 24, 8:30-10:00am. Members $20, community $25.
  • Scuba & Snorkeling: Dive in to the hottest new program at the J! We’re offering Scuba and Snorkeling courses for kids and adults. Classes are filling fast, so sign up now! Details HERE .
  • Tae Kwon Do: We offer classes for kids and adults. This popular Korean martial art is a great way to stay healthy & strong this summer. Classes will be held outside, weather permitting! Kids are Wednesdays at 4:15pm and adults are Mondays, 7:00pm
  • Swim Lessons:  Summer’s a great time to improve our swimming techniques.  We’re offering a whole schedule of lessons in our Indoor & Outdoor Pools, for all ages and abilities. Check out the schedule HERE .
  • Wiffle Ball Leagues:  Play Wiffle Ball under the lights at the JCC this summer.  We have two leagues – Ages 14 & Under and High School/Adults.  Form your own team, or we’ll find a place for you.  Batter up! 

Father’s Day

Give dad a gift that he’ll really love! The J has great programs for Father’s Day, including:

  • TRX for DAD: Designed by a Navy Seal, this suspension training workout is great for fathers of all fitness levels.
  • Personal Training: Our expert personal trainers will help dad get the most out of his workouts!
  • CardioHoop: Guys work with a personal trainer on aerobic basketball drills and game skills.
  • Tennis: Give dad the gift of tennis lessons at the J this summer. Evening lessons under the lights are available.
  • Men’s Health Center: Sign up dad for the Men’s Health Center. Private lockers, showers, towels and toiletries and special events like  International Beer Night.
  • Father’s Choice:  Let dad choose his favorite program or class! Get your Father’s Day gift today! Stop by the Welcome Center or call 781-631-8330.

Ready for a Blast from the Past?

The JCC is celebrating our 100th Anniversary with a Summer Reunion! All JCC alumni are invited- everyone from the JCC preschool, team sports, summer camp and more! Here’s your chance to catch up with old friends and meet new ones.

The 3-day reunion begins with Shabbat by the Outdoor Pool and a Welcome Reception, includes a dinner at Kowloon's and ends with a Sunday brunch. July 20-22. For more information and to purchase tickets, contact Joan  Lawrence at jccreunion@jccns.com. Spread the word!

Meet Kate!

A warm welcome to Kate Eppers, the JCC’s new Youth & Teen Program director! Kate has lots of experience running successful after-school and music programs. She’ll be leading all the J’s new Youth & Teen programs this summer and fall.  Be sure to say Hi when you see her on campus! You can reach Kate at keppers@jccns.com.

New Beginnings

And, meet the JCC’s new president John Smidt!  Smidt (an avid sailor) took the helm on Sunday at the JCC’s Annual Meeting. More than 150 people came to celebrate the JCC’s success over the last year, with hundreds of new members and exciting new programs.  A special Thank You to outgoing president Lisa Nagel who has worked tirelessly for the J over the last two years!

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