2013 Summer Program Guidel

SummerProgram Guide

2013

Your guide to all that is happening at the Valley of the Sun Jewish Community Center this summer!

• Early Childhood Center• Shemesh Summer Camp• Aquatics• Fitness• Adults

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You’re invited to the

Early Childhood CenterFor more information contact 480.659.7769

or email [email protected]

Early Childhood Center Where love and learning go hand in hand. At the Early Childhood Center, our aim is to nurture each child’s natural curiosity, intelligence and enjoyments. Warmth and affection is a constant companion throughout the day, as are stimulating experiences. Our NAEYC National Association of the Education of Young Children accredited Early Childhood Center involves children ages 6 weeks through pre-kindergarten. Limited spaces are availableo in the Threes classes.

New Classroom SpaceFull day, year round, and half day spaces are now available in the pre-school.We are pleased to announce that our premier Early Childhood Center has opened an additional room for three year olds. There are still a few spaces available for enrollment. Call the preschool for more information and to schedule a tour. (480) 659-7769.

Tot and Company Fall SessionTuesdays 9:30 - 10:45 amIn our Tot and Company program, toddlers develop social skills among their peers while their mothers, fathers or caregivers are still nearby. Participation in this wonderful introduction to preschool program can better prepare children for the social aspects of school. Parents will enjoy being able to meet other parents in their community to form long lasting friendships.

Our Playtime Activities• Music and Movement• Arts and Crafts• Story Time, Puppet Play, and Circle Time• Free Play• Sensory Play• Shabbat Time

Summer Learning ClubsJune 2nd – July 28th (no class on July 7)Sundays | 9:00am – 10:30amKeep your skills sharp this summer with our Reading and Math Clubs! Our classes review previously taught skills and provide an introduction to the Arizona Common Core Standards.

Kindergarten Blast Off! • Phonemic Awareness and Phonics • Correct Letter Formation and Grip (HWT® Handwriting Program) • Early Mathematical Concepts • Sight Words

Fly Into First Grade! • Phonics and Spelling Instruction • Sight Words Review • Reading Strategies • Reading Comprehension • Math Facts

M: $175 for 8 week session or $25.00 per class. Minimum of 4 classesNM: $200 for 8 week session or $30.00 per class. Minimum of 4 classes

All classes are led by AZ Certified Teachers. Programs are supervised by Reading Specialist, Jill Leshin, M.Ed. Limited space available.For more information and to sign up contact the ECC at 480-659-7769 or email [email protected]

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Kids Club Ages: 3 Months - 5 Years | Hours (2 hour max.)Attend a class, exercise or enjoy a massage while your children are cared for.Sunday: 8 am - 5 pm Mon - Thurs: 8 am - 2 pm & 3:30 - 8 pmFriday: 8 am - 2 pm Saturday: 9 am - 4 pmFor reservations e-mail [email protected]: $4 NM: $6 per child/session

We Offer a Safe & Nurturing Place for Your KidsThe JCC provides several childcare solutions for today’s busy moms and dads. In addition to its world-class Early Childhood Center preschool, the J offers opportunities for after school programming for grades K - 5, childcare for children (3 months - 5 years) while parents work out and or attend a class, as well as a fun Saturday/Sunday hang out for children ages 5 - 10.Designed specifically for kids, these programs provide parents with peace of mind, knowing that their children are in a safe and nurturing place and provides youngsters with a fun and familiar space to spend their free time.

Club J Drop-off Grades: K - 5 | Mon - Thurs: 2 - 6 pm | Fri., 2 - 5 pmMust have current immunizations and blue cards on file prior to dropping off. Must call Club J at least two hours prior to drop off. Fees must be paid on the day of services used. M/NM: $20/day

Kidz ZoneSaturday & Sunday: 9 am - NoonDrop-in fun for kids ages 5 - 10. Stop by to play a game, create a work of art and see your friends. Free.

Grades K - 5 After School Enrichment ProgramMonday - Thursday: 2 - 6 pm Friday: 2 - 5 pm

Classes Offered

• Cooking• Arts & Crafts• Sports• Karate

• Fencing • Swimming • Kids Fitness

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Chaverim (Friends) Grades K - 4Our K - 2 campers receive weekly swim safety lessons, while 3 - 4 campers participate in free swim, fun pool games and water activities. We have added more fun games and activities for all the kids while giving them freedom to learn and blossom

Ruach-Tiulim (Trips) Grades 5 - 8 In conjunction with BBYO Teen ExperienceRuach is an extraordinary day camp experience for our mature campers. This program is set up to enlighten pre-teen minds while experiencing many things around the Valley. Campers go on weekly social action field trips which provide community service opportunities.

Gesher (Bridge) Grades 9 - 10Our Counselor-In-Training program offers the tools needed to become a successful camp counselor. C.I.T.’s learn leadership and programming skills, while learning how to work with children. They are supervised by a full-time educator.

Itty Bitty Sports Grades K - 2Itty Bitty Sports Camp separates younger athletes from older ones to teach sports skills and fundamentals, in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere. Campers try a wide variety of sports as they build endurance and athletic skills.

Sports Camp Grades 3 - 8Your camper will be exposed to a wide variety of sports on a weekly basis. Campers will work on sports fundamentals while learning teamwork and sportsmanship. Our Sports Camp program is led by skilled coaches and counselors who are trained to teach your camper all aspects of the game, in a fun environment.

Mada (Mad Science) CampGrades K - 6Kids will explore the latest scientific discoveries and newest inventions, answering questions like “Why do stars twinkle?” “Why do fish have gills?” “What makes grass and trees green?” Campers will have a blast as their imaginations run wild with exploration of scientific theory and science.

Levnot (Lego) Grades K - 4 This is a hands-on camp where using their imagination, children will design and build inspiring objects out of Lego Bricks. They will get a chance to explore engineering, architecture and physics. They will develop problem solving and critical thinking skills to determine different aspects of their creations.

Matkot (Racquets) Banot Grades K - 8New this year, in partnership with the United States Tennis Association (USTA)! Instruction, drills, and match play are developed daily for all levels of skils and experience. Each day is formulated around an energetic and fun environment. Excellent coaching dedicated to teaching the fundamentals while improving skills and becoming an overall better tennis player.

Jr. Suns Basketball ClinicsGrades 2 - 8 An exciting and new half-day program offering campers the opportunity to learn the skills of the game or improve their form, shots, and basketball IQ. Campers will be taught by local coaches and players in partnership with our own Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury Basketball affiliates.

Don’t Miss Out!Spaces still available! Spend your summer at the J

for more information call 480.634.4944

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For more information contact Danielle Cvetanovich at 480.483.7121 ext. 1265 or e-mail [email protected]

Aquatics

Aquatic Boot CampMondays & Wednesdays | 7:00 - 7:30am | 6 Sessions

June 17th - July 3rd | Code: 13JUN-SA01

July 8th - July 24th | Code: 13JUL-SA01

Looking to loose weight? Increase flexibility? Come try out our new bootcamp outside in our crisp, cool, pool. This aquatic boot camp is sweeping the nation with fantastic results. Form body sculpting for those tonedarms, flexibility, strength, and loosing weight.

Trainer: Danielle Cventanovich

M: $130 - 6 Sessions

NM: $190 - 6 Sessions

Water Polo CampTuesdays & Thursdays | 12:00 - 1:00pm

June 1st - June 30th | Code: 13JUN-SA02

July 1st - July 31st | Code: 13JUL-SA02

Come learn water polo the fun way. No matter what your swimming skill, we have a fun safe opportunity for you to learn a new sport. Our camp is designed to introduce the sport of water polo to boys and girls ages 5 and up. We offer Splashball, which is fun way to learn the sport of water polo in the shallow end

For the kids who have more swimming skills we also offer Beginning/Intermediate training in the deep water. This class introduces the concepts of Water Polo and will work on the basic skill required to play it successfully. Students enrolling in this class must be able to swim 75 yards of freestyle and tread water for 3 minutes. These skills will be tested at the first lesson.

M: $150 - Month

NM: $220 - Month

Sunday, June 30thSunday, July 21st

For information and to register call Welcome Desk, 480.483.7121 ext. 1230.

Make the JCC pool your summer destination!

• Tiki Bar - First two adult beverages on the house!• Live DJ• Pool Concierge

Adults Only 5 pm - 8:30 pm

For more information on the Aquatics Department please

visit our website at:

www.vosjcc.org/Fitness2/Aquatics

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Adult ProgramsLet’s Talk: A Current Events Discussion Group with Lee K.Monthly | 1st Wednesday | 1:30 - 3 pmJoin Lee as he facilitates a stimulating discussion of the events of the week.May 1 | June 5 | July 3 | August 7 Free. Open to the Community

JCC Book Club Monthly | 3rd Wednesday | 1-2:30 pmRead interesting books and then share your thoughts with others in the group.

May 22 | The Fortune Teller’s Kiss By: Brenda Serotte

June 19 | How to Marry a Jewish Doctor By: Lee Zeidman

(There will be no book club in July or August)Free. Open to the Community

Summer Movie SeriesCo-Sponsored by Hadassah Valley of the SunAll movies will be at 6:30pm at the JCC

Wednesday May 8th | Gentleman’s Agreement Code: AEM1

Wednesday June 12th | Annie Hall Code: AEM3

Wednesday July 17th | Funny Girl Code: AEM4JCC/Hadassah Member: $7/movie or $18 for the series.Non Members: $10/movie or $25 for the seriesSeries Code: AEMS

For more information contact Erin Searle at 480.483.7121 ext. 1205 or e-mail [email protected]

AdultsFor more information contact Denise Krater at 480.483.7121

ext. 1281 or e-mail [email protected]

Fitness

Summer Card GamesFor June and July we will be converting the small fishbowl boardroom (next to the elevator) into a card room for daily open play. There will be multiple tables available for Bridge, Canasta and Mah Jongg.

Widow to Widow Support Group Weekly | Thursdays | 6 - 8:00 pmThis group is organized through Widowed Community Education & Support Services, Inc. (WCESS) Please call Jim for more information 480-209-0564.

NEW Chair Yoga!Fridays | 10:45 amEnjoy yoga in your chair. Improve your health, wellbeing, flexibility, mobility and enhance brain function with chair yoga. This one hour class is for participants who may have limitations preventing them from spending long periods of time on a yoga mat, or have difficulty getting up or down from the mat.

H.E.A.T. Fridays | 9:15 amH ighE nduranceA erobicT raining

Come work on your speed, strength, agility, and endurance training in this fun energetic class. Challenging class for the athlete at heart.

Body Pump Mon. Wed. Fri. | 8:20 amMon. Evening | 6:00 pmSat. | 9:30 amSun. | 8:30 am

The ORIGINAL Barbell class!! Endurance strength training where muscle and music collide! Suitable for all levels...The fastest way to get in shape! Focusing on low weight loads and high repetition movements, you’ll burn fat, gain strength and quickly produce lean body muscle conditioning.

Learn to play Mah Jongg in 6 easy lessonsSign up today! Space is limited

Lessons led by: Robin Brin, Stacy Zimmerman, and the Chai Group volunteers.

Wednesdays | 6:30 - 8:30 pm6 Lessons

JCC/Hadassah Members $36 NM: $40

Ina Levine Jewish Community Campus12701 N. Scottsdale Rd

Pilates_ Reformer Mon. Wed. Sat. | 9:30 amTues. Thurs. | 10:30 amWed. | Evenings | 5:00 pm

The Pilates Reformer is one of the most widely popular large apparatus used in Pilates Strength Training.

The Pilates machine consists of a dynamic carriage that glides on casters and is controlled by resistance springs.

Depending on your body, the exercises will vary from stretch-based rehabilitative strength moves that are easy on joints and body, to strength intensive acrobatic moves that challenge every muscle group.

*Specialty training class requiring registration and payment. Register at Front Desk

Mat Pilates Wednesday & Saturdays | 10:30 amWednesday Evenings | 6:00 pm

Mat Pilates A full body resistance strength training workout focused on flexibility, lean muscle, and endurance in the legs, abdominals, arms, hips and back.

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Program Registration

Form may be mailed, faxed or hand-delivered. Please Print. Member Non Member Date:____________________________ Date of Birth (mm/dd/yy) _____________________________________

Name:____________________________________________________ E-Mail:____________________________________________________

Address:______________________________________________ City:____________________________ State:____________ Zip:__________Home Phone: ( ________ )______________________________ Work Phone: ( ________ )___________________________________________

If you are registering a child, please fill out this section: By enrolling in a JCC class or program, all participants listed on this registration form consent that the JCC may use any photo, slide and quotes in any JCC publication and general media.

Child’s Name:_______________________________________________________ Age:___________________ Grade:_____________________

School:_______________________________________________________ School District:__________________________________________

Mother’s Name:_______________________________________________ Father’s Name:____________________________________________

Emergency Contact:__________________________________________________ Phone:___________________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature:_______________________________________________________________________________________________

You may register more than one person on this form. Fees for all programs must accompany this application. Refund Policy: Withdraw prior to start of session to receive a 75% refund. In the event that a class is cancelled, a full refund will be made. No refunds after class begins. All withdrawal and refund requests must be made in writing.

Participant Program & Code Grade Birth Date Time Day(s) Fee

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2. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

4. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

5. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Check Number: _____________________________________ Total__________________________

Credit Card: VISA Master Card AMEX Account No.____________________________________________ Exp. Date:________________________

Billing Zip Code:___________________________________________________ CCV:___________________________________________________

I Have Read the Conditions of Program Registration:_____________________________________________________________________________

Register Early! Classes will fill on a first-come, first-serve basis and class size may be limited.

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How to Register Complete this registration form.

Drop off: Registration forms may be dropped off during regular business hours at the JCC Welcome Desk.

Mail: Complete the registration form and return with full payment (check, Visa, Master Card, or AMEX) to: 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd, Suite 203, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254

Fax: Complete the registration form and fax to 480.483.8441. Please make sure to include your credit card (Visa, Master Card, or AMEX) information.

Register Early! Classes offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Class size may be limited. All registration forms will be processed in order received. All classes have a minimum and maximum enrollment. When a class is filled to capacity, a wait list may be formed, with classes formed when possible.

Cancellation Policy: The JCC reserves the right to cancel any class or activity due to insufficient enrollment or for any unseen circumstances. In this case, a make-up class will be offered or a refund will be given. The JCC is responsible for make-up classes only in the event of an instructor’s cancellation.

General Information: Participants agree that participation in all programs and services is voluntary and shall be undertaken at participant’s sole risk, and the JCC, servants, agents or employees shall not be liable for, and are hereby released from, any claim, demands, actions, or causes of actions whatsoever for injuries, illnesses or damages to participant’s person or property arising out of or in connection with the use of the services and facilities of the JCC or the premises where the same are located.

Mail to: VOSJCC 12701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 203, Scottsdale, AZ 85254 480.483.7121 • www.vosjcc.org

Initial Trivia NightSAVE THE DATEFEBRUARY 8, 2014

Book your sitter now. You don’t want to miss out!

Active Adult Brunch: 10 - 11 am FREE and open to the community.

Call the Welcome Desk to register, 480.483.7121, x 1230 | CodeAE1

Family Fun Kids Activities | Face Painting | Bouncies

Join Us...

Our Jewish Community Fair is a great way to see the JCC in action and check out Jewish life in the Valley of the Sun. Representatives from local

synagogues, Jewish agencies, schools and groups will be ready to answer questions about all our community has to offer.

Open House and Jewish Community Fair

*Program registration must occur on August 11, 2013. Applies to new program registrations only. Some exclusions apply. May not be

combined with any other offers or promotions. Can use J Bucks.

10% OFFPROGRAM REGISTRATION*

SPECIAL ONE DAY OFFERSPECIAL ONE DAY OFFER

JCC MEMBERSHIP* No Registration Fee | No Initiation Fee

Plus $50 in J Bucks*Membership must be purchased on August 11, 2013. Applies to new JCC memberships only. May not be combined with any other offersor promotions. J Bucks cannot be used for membership dues or for

Early Childhood Center (ECC) tuition.

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