Fall Program Guide 2015 PDF

Membership Matters
• Preferred Member rate for all classes
and activities
• Members receive a significant discount,
typically 25-50%, for classes and programs
vs. the general public.
• FREE year round family programming
for Members only
• Priority Registration Week
Open House Dates
• Sunday, September 20, 2015 • 11am-2pm
Fall Priority registration week: September 20-25
• Sunday, December 6, 2015 • 11am-2pm
Winter Priority registration week: December 6-11
• Sunday, March 13, 2016 • 11am-2pm
Spring Priority registration week: March 13-18
There’s Something About
This Place
2
hours of operation*
BERNIKOW/MID-ISLAND JCC
1466 Manor Road • 718.475.5200
Monday - Thursday
5:30am - 11pm
Friday
5:30am - 7pm
Saturday
7am - 7pm**
Sunday
7am - 7pm
Please see Sports & Wellness desk for
fitness hours.
** Sports & Wellness wing only for recreation.
In observance of Shabbat, any payment for
services including guest passes must be made in
advance.
ABERLIN/NORTH SHORE JCC
485 Victory Blvd • 718.475.5290
Monday & Friday
7am - 6pm
Tuesday - Thursday
7am - 9pm
Saturday
closed
Sunday
closed
AVIS/SOUTH SHORE JCC
1297 Arthur Kill Road • 718.475.5290
Monday - Thursday
8am-8:30pm
Friday
8am-7pm
Saturday
closed
Sunday
8am-3pm
(daycare opens at 7am M-F)
*subject to change
Sundown Friday to
Sundown Saturday
• From sundown on Friday to sundown on
Saturday, no administrative business is
conducted and no regular classes
are scheduled.
• No money can be exchanged.
If something needs to be paid for,
other arrangements will be made.
• The Bernikow Pool, Gymnasiums and Fitness
Center are open on Saturdays.
• The JCC is a Glatt Kosher facility. Please do
not bring in any outside food that is
not Kosher.
inside the guide
grillz express @ cafe J. . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
building hours & closings . . . . . . . . . . .4
membership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
fundraising/development . . . . . . . . . 6
early childhood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
first foot forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
kidz klub after school . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
school’s out trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
teens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
special needs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
family programs . . . .. . . . . . . . . .16
senior adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
clld . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
senior net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
senior olympics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
social services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
music institute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
art @ the J . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
bernikow fitness/wellness. . . . . . . . 27
brighton ballet theatre . . . . . . . . 29
avis fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
sports & recreation. . . . . . . . . . . . 31
aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
spa @ the j . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
community programs . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
registration form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Grillz Express @ Cafe J
R. RANDY & EILEEN LEE CAFE
Cafe J is a Glatt Kosher establishment under the
supervision of Vaad of Staten Island.
For information [email protected]
or call the Catering Manager 718.475.2222.
Café Hours
Monday-Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
8:30am to 9pm
8:30am to 2pm
Closed
11am to 7pm
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building hours & holiday observances
September 2015 - June 2016
Monday, September 7 - Labor Day
Sunday, Sept. 13 - Erev Rosh Hashanah
Monday, September 14 - Rosh Hashanah
Tuesday September 15 - Rosh Hashanah
Tuesday September 22 - Erev Yom Kippur
Wednesday, September 23 - Yom Kippur
Sunday, September 27 - Erev Sukkot
Monday, September 28 - Sukkot
Tuesday, September 29 - Sukkot
Sunday, Oct. 4 - Erev Shemini Atzeret
Monday, October 5 - Shemini Atzeret
Tuesday, October 6 - Simchat Torah
Thursday, November 26 - Thanksgiving
Thursday, December 24 - Christmas Eve
Friday, December 25 - Christmas Day
Thursday, December 31 - New Years Eve
Friday, January 1 - New Years Day
Monday, Jan. 18 - Martin Luther King Day
Monday, February 15 - President’s Day
Sunday, March 27 - Easter Sunday
Friday, April 22 - Erev Passover
Saturday, April 23 - Passover
Sunday, April 24 - Passover
Thursday, April 28 - Erev Passover
Friday, April 29 - Passover
Saturday, April 30 - Passover
Monday, May 30 - Memorial Day
Saturday, June 11 -Erev Shavuot
Sunday, June 12 - Shavuot
Monday, June 13 - Shavuot
Monday, July 4 - Independence Day
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Aberlin/N. Shore
Closed
Close at 3pm
Closed
Closed
Close at 3pm
Closed
Close at 5pm
Closed
Closed
Close at 5pm
Closed
Closed
Closed
Close at 5pm
Closed
Close at 5pm
Closed
Open Reg. Hours
Open Reg. Hours
Closed
Close at 3pm
Closed
Closed
Close at 3pm
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Closed
Avis/S. Shore
Closed
Close at 3pm
Closed
Closed
Close at 3pm
Closed
Close at 5pm
Closed
Closed
Close at 5pm
Closed
Closed
Closed
Close at 5pm
Closed
Close at 5pm
Closed
Open Reg. Hours
Open Reg. Hours
8am- 3pm
Close at 3pm
Closed
Closed
Close at 3pm
Closed
Closed
Closed
Close at 5pm
Closed
Closed
Closed
Bernikow/Mid Island
8am-5pm
Close at 3pm
Closed
Closed
Close at 3pm
Closed
Close at 5pm
Closed
Closed
Close at 5pm
Closed
Closed
8am-3pm
Close at 5pm
8am-5pm
Close at 5pm
8am-5pm
Open Reg. Hours
Open Reg. Hours
8am- 5pm
Close at 3pm
Closed
Closed
Close at 3pm
Closed
Closed
8am-5pm
Close at 5pm
Closed
Closed
8am - 7pm
membership
Katherina Colucci, Membership Services Director
718.475.5223
[email protected]
Welcome to the JCC with 3 locations that open the door to wonderful recreational, social,
educational and cultural activities for you and your family. We have a dedicated staff
that will assist in enhancing your experiences here from taking an exercise class to enjoying a cultural event, from celebrating a holiday to stretching your mind. This is your
Community Center and membership is open to people of all races, religions, ethnic backgrounds and financial circumstances.
The Membership Services Department is designed to take care of any need that you may
have. We strive to provide the best customer service and satisfaction possible. Please feel
free to use our comment boxes and know that our door is always open to discuss your suggestions, compliments and/or complaints. We hope that you take advantage of our regular programming, special activities and Member Appreciation events. We know you
will enjoy your time here. You belong here, so get involved.
Benefits Comparison
Member
vs Non-Member
Benefits
Comparison
for Member Vs Non-Member
fitness center
group exercise classes
2 free personal training sessions
indoor swimming pool
summer swim club with figure 8 slide
JCC aquatic group classes
complimentary towel service
steam room
sauna
hot tub
discounts on JCC programs
use of 2 full-size basketball gymnasiums
special member appreciation events
JCC community events
complimentary childcare center
children's fitness classes
full service locker room facility
complmentary youth game room
Platinum
Member
Gold
Member
X
Avis Only
X
X
X
X
Avis Only
Nonmember
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
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fundraising and development
Anita Bruckmeir, Development Director
Kevin Brosnick, Director of Individual Giving
Sylvia Cohen, Special Events Coordinator
718.475.5234
718.475.5256
718.475.5246
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Make A Difference JCC Alumni Association
www.makeadifference.sijcc.org If you are a current or a past member, camper,
The JCC is the Community Center of Staten Island.
We provide vital services to every constituency on
our Island with the goal of making it a better place
for everyone. There are many ways you can choose
to make a difference and financially assist the Joan
and Alan Bernikow Jewish Community Center.
For information or any questions you may have on
the programs listed here and other donor opportunities please contact Anita Bruckmeir,
Development Director at 718.475.5234 or
[email protected]. Visit our website
www.sijcc.org to help make a difference today!
Tribute Program
Interested in paying tribute to a loved one? You can
recognize the birth of a child, honor a Bar/Bat
Mitzvah, celebrate a simcha such as a wedding or
birthday or pay respect to a loved one’s memory.
The JCC’s tribute program will enable you to acknowledge that special milestone or event, while
supporting the JCC and the numerous programs
and services offered throughout our community.
Please stop by the front desk to pick up a specially
designed envelope that will list all your tribute options including existing scholarship funds. You can
even choose to create a fund with the name of the
person you are honoring. For information, please
contact Kevin Brosnick, Director of Individual Giving, 718.475.5256 or [email protected].
Capital Campaign Donations/
Naming Opportunities
The Wall of Honor in the lobby of the Joan and
Alan Bernikow JCC holds the names of many
building donors. We encourage you to add your
Capital Campaign contribution to those of hundreds of others and have your name permanently
etched onto Jerusalem stone. You may also wish to
support us through a naming of a program or physical structure at the JCC. For information contact
Kevin Brosnick at 718.475.5256 or
[email protected].
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counselor, or staff person we want to hear from
you! The JCC’s Alumni Association is hoping to
reconnect with you as you re-establish old friendships through different exciting events that we plan
to host throughout the year. Please go to our website in the Membership Section to fill out the
alumni form to join. If you have any questions,
please contact Kevin Brosnick at 718.475.5256 or
[email protected].
Program Sponsorships
Our agency hosts several special events each year
enabling individuals, corporations and foundations
the opportunity to show their support via a sponsorship. Each of these events brings high exposure
with audiences of several hundred attendees. The
funds raised are allocated to various programs such
as our summer day camp for children with special
needs. Please consider a sponsorship for 2015-16’s
Viva Las Vegas Casino Night, L’Dor V’Dor
Brunch, Golf & Tennis Classic, Honorable
Mentsch*ion Youth Leadership Awards, or our
first time Star of David Award. For more information contact Kevin Brosnick at 718.475.5256 or
[email protected].
Other Ways to Support the JCC
• Planned Giving and Endowments
• Named Funds
• In-Kind Services
For further information on other ways to support
the JCC, please contact Kevin Brosnick at
718.475.5256 or [email protected].
visit us on the web
www.sijcc.org
early childhood
Beth Howard, Co-Director of Early Childhood Education Services
718.475.5225
Jayne Smith, Co-Director of Early Childhood Education
Jill Howard, Early Childhood Education Coordinator/Avis South Shore
718.475.5224
Dawn Gallis, Early Childhood Education Coordinator/Aberlin North Shore 718.475.5286
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
STATEN ISLAND BANK & TRUST FOUNDATION EARLY CHILDHOOD WING
Denis & Carol Kelleher ECE Reception Area
Alma Harter Library
Jewish Board of Family & Children’s Services Office
Dedicated by Lynn & Jules Kroll
At the JCC’s Early Childhood Center, our programs are sensitive to each child’s unique talents and strengths.
We pride ourselves in creating fun hands-on learning opportunities for all. We are dedicated to providing
children with a strong educational foundation.
Our thematic curriculum allows children to discover and grow in loving, nurturing and engaging environments. Children’s activities are individualized and age appropriate. We provide opportunities for creative
problem solving, decision making and leadership skills.
Parent involvement is key to our children’s success in school. We welcome a partnership with you and your
family. Just as each child is unique, so is each family. With this in mind, we offer a variety of flexible schedules
and programs to best suit your family’s needs. We have an open door policy and parents are welcome at any
time.
All programs are staffed with caring and experienced professionals. Our teachers are certified by the State
Education Department of New York and we are licensed by the Department of Health’s Bureau of Day Care.
Infant & Toddler Daycare
ages 3 mos. - 2.9 years
ages 2 - 2.9 years
Bernikow
Aberlin/North*
Avis/South Shore
Our Daycare is licensed by the Department of
Health, Bureau of Daycare, and our teachers are
New York State certified. The JCC Daycare program provides your child with a full day of activities, security and care in an environment that
stimulates their growth in all areas of development.
12 month full day program. 7am-6pm
2 day, 3 day (Aberlin North & Avis South Shore
sites only)
5 day schedules (at all sites)
*Ask us about our half day options at the North
site.
Early Childhood Facebook
This is a closed group for JCC of Staten Island Early Childhood families. We share
pictures, information, learning tools, articles
and a general peek into our Early Childhood
world. Please feel free to ask questions and
post comments.
Early Childhood
Advisory Committee
Rudy Kelner, Chairperson
Join other families and help us enhance our Early
Childhood Center with new ideas, family events
and fundraising opportunities. Contact the Beth
Howard, Early Childhood Director for more
details 718.475.5225.
JCC Preschool
ages 2.9 - 4.9 years
The JCC Preschool brings the world into your
child’s classroom by incorporating themes about
themselves, their family, their community, and the
world around them. We use a wide variety of
activities and materials to help your child learn in
their unique way in our hands-on environment.
10 month full or half day program
2, 3, or 5 day schedules
Full day, 9am-4pm
Half day, 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm
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PJ Library
PJ Library is a free community program bringing age appropriate
Jewish themed books and CD’s to
registered children 6 months to 8
years old each month. Participation is open to all.
To register for this wonderful FREE program or to
make a donation to help sustain PJ Library, contact Jill Howard at 718.475.5224, or visit the Staten
Island page on the PJ Library website at
www.pjlibrary.org/ny/StatenIsland.
FREE PRE-K
Full day or half day with extended a.m. and p.m.
hours available for children turning 4 by December 31, 2015. Incorporating the NYC curriculum
and creating the best possible environment for
each child to thrive. Extra curricular activities
available.
Alma Harter Library
Inside the Staten Island Bank & Trust Foundation
Early Childhood wing at the Bernikow JCC is a
special library. The Alma Harter Children’s Library provides children with access to books that
keep them smiling, entertained, and fosters a love
of literature. This can also be said about Alma
Harter, the JCC’s first Early Childhood director.
To make a donation or to add books to our library, please call Beth Howard at 718.475.5225.
Additional Programs
If your child likes sports, music, swim or other
activities, see page 3 for departments.
JCC early childhood center
the center of innovative early childhood education
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first foot forward
Beth Howard, First Foot Forward Director
718.475.5225
[email protected]
FIRST FOOT FORWARD OFFICE IS DEDICATED BY CON EDISON
Celebrating Our 26th Year of Serving Preschool Children with Special Needs
Are you concerned about your child’s speech development, play skills, attention span, sensory issues and/or
general development? If yes, then call the professionals at First Foot Forward!
First Foot Forward is dedicated to assisting children 2.6 to 5 years of age with developmental needs. Our
individualized curriculum allows children to reach their full potential in a warm, nurturing environment.
First Foot Forward specializes in
helping children with:
• Speech/Language Delays
• Socialization Concerns
• Developmental Delays
• Poor Motor Skills
• Sensory Needs
• Pervasive Developmental Disorder
To receive services, children need to be
evaluated by an approved evaluation site. Our team of
certified professionals can evaluate your child at no
cost to you.
What does First Foot Forward offer?
• Classroom Settings*
Individualized Instruction in:
- Small Centerbased or Integrated Settings
- Half or Full Day
- 10 or 12 Month
• Evaluations*
• Therapy*
- speech
- occupational
- physical
- counseling
Additional Services:
• Weekly Movement, Music &
Swim Experiences
• Parent Support Groups
• Mainstreaming Opportunities
• Door to Door Transportation
• Related Services*
- Therapy is provided around your child's
preschool schedule.
What else should I know?
• Program eligibility is recommended by the
Department of Education’s Committee on
Preschool Special Education based upon
the individual needs of your child.
• We have an open door policy and you are
welcome at any time.
• We welcome children of all faiths and
nationalities.
• All services (evaluations, transportation,
tuition) are at no direct cost to parents.*
Classes and related services are available at two JCC locations:
Bernikow JCC, 1466 Manor Road • Avis/South Shore JCC, 1297 Arthur Kill Road
*Funding is provided through city and state funds.
For more information or to arrange for a tour, please contact Beth Howard,
First Foot Forward Director, at 718.475.5225.
special needs
Our expanding program to serve the Special Needs population includes other departments. We’re always seeking to offer exciting, innovative ways to engage and stimulate our members and the community in general.
• Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Megna Kids Club for Special Kids - page 14
• Marvin’s Camp - page 15 or camp.sijcc.org
• Girl Scouts - page 10
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youth department
Glenn Wechsler, MSW, Youth Director
Stephanie Feldman, M.S., Ed., Asst. Youth Director
718.475.5231
718.475.5232
[email protected]
[email protected]
Whether you are entering Pre-K, about to finish Junior High School, making your way through High School,
or anywhere in between, the Youth Department is sure to meet your needs! With fun, innovative and engaging
programs you will be sure to get fit, learn something new and make friends. You can leave your parents home
or even better, your parents can choose to work out, get a massage, or get a bite to eat at Café J knowing that
you are safe and well cared for. NEW this year will be additional events for the entire family that is fun for
all!
Pre-K and elementary aged children are kept busy with Saturday evening and Sunday programs which
include swim, sports, crafts, cooking, school’s out trips to hands-on museums, inflatable centers, and water
parks, boy/girl scouts, exciting courses such as lego robotics, special holiday themed events, and the very best
Kidz Klub After School Programs! Friendships developed at camp are nurtured year round through exciting
programs that keep kids connected!
Junior High and High School teens can choose from various leadership programs such as B’nai B’rith Youth
Organization and Reality Check which include social engagement, community service and teen advocacy,
training programs such as Driver’s Education and SAT prep, and organization and participation in social
events such as coffee houses, fitness classes and trips. The Teen Department also offers the opportunity to
earn school service credits through our volunteer programs.
JCC Tutoring Programs
Learning Express
The JCC Learning Express provides tutoring to
assist students in grades K-8 with Math and
Reading Skills. Both programs will be held at
the Bernikow and Avis/South Shore locations.
STEM
(SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY,
ENGINEERING & MATH)
A special tutoring program focused on 4 categories that help with career paths for the 21st
century.
Please contact Michele Gay at
718.475.5250 for further details.
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Scouts
The JCC Scouting program offers youth an opportunity to develop skills, leadership ability and confidence while building lifelong friendships.
Through meetings, trips, community service projects and workshops, the scouts learn, grow and
have a great time. We also have scouting programs
that serve children with special needs.
Our Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts programs are constantly expanding under the leadership of exceptional men and women. Thanks to Boy
Scout leader Kevin Brosnick and Girl Scout leaders
Lisa Rosenfeld, Geanine Rando and Eva Deforest,
our scouting program has been a tremendous success! We offer Cub Scout (ages 6-10) and Boy Scout
(ages 10 and older) programs. Boy Scout and Girl
Scout meetings take place two times per month.
We are always looking to grow and for volunteers to lead and assist groups. If you are interested
in learning more about this rewarding experience
or would like to enroll your child, please contact
Stephanie at [email protected] or 718.475.5232.
School’s Out Trips
Additional Programs
If your child likes sports, music, swim or other
activities, see page 3 for a complete list of
departments.
Watch for flyers and e-mails about new and interesting educational fun programs throughout
the year.
K – 8th
9am – 5pm with extended hours available from
8am – 7pm
What’s better than a fun, safe environment with
incredible staff to care for your children when
school is closed? Kids enjoy exciting days with
trips, swim, games and more! Chance to reunite
with camp friends and counselors as well! Trips include amusement centers, hands-on museums,
bowling, movies, rock climbing, trampoline and inflatable parks
Camp
Camp Reunion
Meet up with great camp friends and awesom staff!
Enjoy music, dancing, ALL NEW carnival with inflatables, an incredible slideshow featuring YOU
and delicious make-your-qwn sundaes!
Sunday, January 10, 2016
Sunday Camp Funday
Don’t let Sundays be a bore when you can join us
at the J and choose your activities for the entire afternoon! Program includes options such as dance,
fencing, karoake, painting, hockey and more!
Camp University UPK – 6th
Each
participant selects two of our One-Shot
Camp All Year Long
Workshops
for one price. Class choices include
Never too early to plan for next summer! Learn
topics
such
as
Jr. Chef cooking, clay design, wearabout the JCC Lillian Schwartz Day Camp at any
of our Camp Open Houses or by appointment. The able art, soccer star, cheerleading fun and more!
JCC makes more children happy than any other Saturdays 6:30–9pm
camp on Staten Island! Check out the website for
photos and updates all year round – camp.sijcc.org..
* The JCC/Lillian Schwartz Day Camp has passed a rigorous review of its operations including
standards such as emergency management, first aid and health care, staff training and development,
programming and staff to camper ratios.
* Reviewers included experts from the American Camping Association, American Academy of
Pediatrics, American Red Cross and other youth serving agencies.
* Camp families can be assured that their camp of choice is committed to
providing their children with a safe and nurturing environment.
For more information about the American Camping Association you
can visit their website at ACAcamps.org.
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• OPEN UNTIL 7PM
• DOOR TO DOOR PICK UP FROM SCHOOLS
• Homework support
• Core curriculum tutoring (grades 3-5)
• Computer Lab
Kidz Klub
• CPR & first aid certified staff
for Children in
• $100 JCC GIFT CARD per
full day UPK - 8
registered child for afterschool
activities such as music, soccer,
swim lessons.
• Escort children to additional
JCC activities
• Special events and holiday parties
• DISCOUNTED MEMBERSHIP
for 1st time families
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teens
Ashley Zanatta, Teen Director
718.475.5277
[email protected]
High School teens can get involved in an intensive community service program or you can just have fun!
Teen fitness programs, swim team, gymnastics, music classes, great films.
The J - everything teens value - 7 days a week!
INDIVIDUAL TEEN MEMBERSHIP
(if your parents are not members)
Teen membership is for teens in the 7th - 12th
grade who are not part of a Family membership.
It is not applicable for camp.
Documentation showing grade is required.
Call 718.475.5223 for details.
Reality Check of TobaccoFree Staten Island Where
Youth Take Action.
Big Tobacco dishes out $1 million an hour to
market their deadly and addictive products that
appeal to youth. The tobacco industry knows
that their customers are dropping like flies, and
who better to replace them than you and your
peers?
• Each day in the United States, 3,800+ youth 18
years or younger smoke their first cigarettes and
2,100 others become daily cigarette smokers.
• Nearly 9 out of 10 cigarette smokers first tried
smoking by age 18, and 99% first tried smoking
by age 26.
Reality Check works towards decreasing the social acceptability of tobacco use.
• Are you interested in making a difference
in your community & city?
• Do you want to meet new friends, travel,
and have a great time all while helping to save
lives?
• Are you between the ages of 12 and 18?
Then Reality Check is for you.
“It is important to know as MUCH as possible
about teenage smoking patterns and attitudes.
Today’s teenager is tomorrow’s potential regular customer…”
-1981 Philip Morris research report on young smokers
https://www.facebook.com/statenisland.realitycheck?
http://sijcc.org/reality-check-tobacco-freestaten-island/
Contact Ashley Zanatta, 718.475.5277 or
[email protected]
Teen Leadership Council
• Community Service Projects
• Trips
• Internship Opportunities
• Leadership Development
• Social Events
• College/Career Planning
YSI Driver Education Program
The JCC contracts with a local vendor to provide a
Driver Education program for new drivers 16 years
and older. The class meets at the Bernikow JCC for
classroom work and is provided with in-car classes.
Students receive a professionally taught Driver Education course that will provide a comprehensive
introduction to the driving experience. This will
include: rules of the road, traffic safety concerns,
defensive driving, proper handling of a vehicle,
driving in traffic and problems of substance abuse
as related to driving. Students must successful
complete both the road and theory portions of the
course in order to receive a MV 285, formerly
known as the Blue Card. For more information call
718.851.1876.
Additional Programs
If your teen likes sports, music, swim or other
activities, see page 3 for a complete list of
departments.
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special needs
Kevin J. Brosnick Supervisor Dept. of Individuals with Special Needs
718.475.5256
[email protected]
Our Special Needs Department seeks to provide developmental opportunities for a wide spectrum of individuals
with exceptionalities. Through recreation and other social activities, our myriad of programs support individuals from ages 5 through early adulthood. Our staff’s mission is to provide opportunities for participants
to improve social skills thereby enhancing their overall well being. Staff consist of professionals and college
students working together to provide stimulating experiences for these children and young adults.
Dr. and Mrs. Megna Kids Club
for Special Kids
(ages 6-13)
Our after school program for children with high
functioning autism presents an opportunity for
children to socialize and complete nightly homework. Licensed teachers provide academic supports
in addition to facilitating beneficial activities including yoga, swimming, basketball, music and
other exciting opportunities.
Wednesday Music and
Teen Social Group
Every Wednesday at 6pm young adults and children with developmental disabilities interact with
their peers in a variety of activities that increase
self-esteem and enhance social skills. The Wednesday Music program begins with a share-out of
personal events topics including school, family and
relationships. Activities include music, drums, harp
and a variety of other social activities
Day Habilitation
Our Day Habilitation Program for Young Adults
offers our participants an array of social, recreational and vocational activities in collaboration
with local organizations and our home agency.
With professionally supported direct care staff, we
engage our participants in opportunities to be
healthy, social, and active members of the community with a maximum degree of independence, ulKids Club for Teens
timately aiming to establish the groundwork for
After School Program
optimal success in achieving their highest potential
(ages 13-18)
as they transition into adulthood.
Our Teen after school program for young adults Contact Christina
with autism or other related disorders presents an Day Habilitation Coordinator:
opportunity to young adults to be healthy, social, 718.475.5288 or
and active members of the community with a maximum degree of independence, ultimately aiming
to establish the groundwork for optimal success in
achieving their highest potential as they transition
into adulthood. Licensed teachers provide academic supports in addition to facilitating beneficial
activities including homework help, inclusion, social skills exploration, fitness and athletics, recreational group classes, monthly trips, and parent
communication.
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Super Special Sundays
Two Sundays each month, up to 3 dozen children
with a range of special needs come to our JCC for
3 hours of fun before the stress of the school week
starts again. Each hour is devoted to a specific activity: table talk, social skills, dance and creative
play, and take home arts and crafts. Throughout
our day, children are encouraged to participate to
the best of their ability in the activities as well as
engage with each other and our staff. Children enrolled in this program are supported by a licensed
special education teacher, volunteers, as well as
college and high school students enrolled in the
UJA-funded CLASSP internship program with our
agency.
Marvin’s Camp
Marvin’s Camp is a unique recreational summer
program customized for children with special
needs as well as those who are non-ambulatory.
After six weeks of dance classes, swimming, social
skills and field trips, the children show off their
skills in a dance performance for their families and
relive the summer through a picture slide show.
With a wide array of both social and developmental
activities, children are engaged by professionallysupported trained staff to create some of the best
memories of their summer.
Support Groups
and Special Need Resources
The Special Needs Department is in the process of
formulating a support group for individuals, families and friends that live with developmental and
physical disabilities. These support groups
will have a clinical facilitator, art therapy, professional speakers (to bring up-to-date information,
knowledge and experience) and much more. In addition, the Special Needs Department is in the
process of formulating a monthly newsletter which
will include up-to-date information in Special
Needs for both developmental and physical disabilities.
Committees
The Special Needs Department has a Special Needs
committee which is comprised of professionals and
family members of those with disabilities.
The committees act as a resource for both individuals with mental and physical disability in assisting
to develop policies, collaborative programs, community outreach, and referrals of individuals and
professionals. For more information on joining or
supporting our committees, please contact Kevin
at 718-475-5291 or via email.
Camp Independence
Camp Independence is a camp which integrates
children and young adults with diabetes together
with the JCC day camp. Camp Independence is
equipped with medical personnel.
This program will run for 4 weeks during regular
camp session.
Special Events
The Special Needs department year round has fun
and exciting events for both the Special Needs community and the community at large.
Special Events include ReelAbilities (a film festival which brings awareness to the community
about physical and mental disability), Music for
Autism (concerts for families and friends of Special Needs individuals), an annual Senator Lanza
Special Education Fair (to support the needs of
Special Needs individuals and families) and much
more.
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family programming
Stephanie Feldman, Family Program Coordinator
718.475.5232
[email protected]
The Family Department’s mission is to provide a wide range of year-round programming for JCC families.
Programs, classes and events enable families to learn and grow together at the JCC. Programs include themed
celebrations, holiday parties, fitness activities, arts and cultural events, sports challenges, communityservice
projects, educational workshops and more.
family committee
We are in need of your input! If you are interested in joining our Family Committee, comprised of individuals in the community who represent various age cohorts, religious affiliations and interests please
contact us. This lay committee meets 4-6 times per year and is been responsible for providing direction
and support for family programming
highlights for 2015 - 16
New Seasons Celebration
Harvest Celebration
Celebrate the incoming Fall holidays with a
“honey bee” theme and fun for ALL ages!
Activities include apple pie eating contests,
golden apple hunt, honey bee crafts and
learning activities, preparing apple sauce,
apple and honey hand scrubs and shofar
building.
Spend time outdoors before it gets too cold,
with snacks, crafts and music in the Sukkah
on the lawn! Shake the lulav and etrog and
dance with Patrick!
Family Hike
Families with children ages 6+ get fit together! This program is in partnership with
Magical Family Friday
the Staten Island Nature Center and JCC
Pre-Sundown Friday celebration where fam- families are led on magnificent guided tours
through the Greenbelt. After the hike, the
ilies enjoy dinner together followed by a
families gather for lunch at the JCC.
Magic Show which will include interactive
family magic tricks which incorporate candles, challah and more!
Miracle of Lights Workshop
3 P’s Playground, Pizza and
Punch
Designed for families with young children,
this program engages families on the Early
Childhood playground and emphasizes relationship building. Excellent opportunity for
new members or interested in joining to
check out this program!
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Wonderful opportunity for families to learn
about the holiday of Chanukah through
puppetry, preparing edible menorahs and
dreidel games.
Harvest Celebration
Sports Festival
Spend time outdoors before it gets too cold,
with snacks, crafts and music in the Sukkah
on the lawn! Shake the lulav and etrog and
dance with Patrick!
Superbowl day fun for ALL with fitness
obstacle courses, skills and drills in soccer
and basketball, team building, sportsmanship trophies and more!
Family Hike
Purim Carnival
Families with children ages 6+ get fit together! This program is in partnership with
the Staten Island Nature Center and JCC
families are led on magnificent guided
tours through the Greenbelt. After the
hike, the families gather for lunch at the
JCC.
A classic family event at the JCC which attracts over 400 people island-wide! Inflatables, game booths with prizes, face
painting, craft projects, animal zoo and
hamantaschen baking all amount to tons of
fun! Costumes encouraged!
Miracle of Lights Workshop
Wonderful opportunity for families to
learn about the holiday of Chanukah
through puppetry, preparing edible menorahs and dreidel games.
Families are invited to visit the Henry
Kaufmann Campgrounds and be a camper
for the day! Activities include, s’mores and
songs by the campfire, sports, crafts, games,
cooking projects, dance and more!
Community Service Toy Drive
Swim and Pizza Party
Welcome the holiday through participation
in a toy drive and wrap event. Families
unite to collect and wrap toys which will be
distributed to Staten Island families in need
during holiday time.
Family Camp Day
End the weekend with a “splash,” with this
Sunday early evening fun event! Families
can swim with their children and then
enjoy a relaxing dinner together in the
lounge with toys and games. Great way to
meet new friends!
Family ECO Day
An environmental program in partnership
with TEVA Nature Center. Families visit
stations where they can create recycled
paper, build earthworm habitats and explore alternative energy sources such as
pedaling a stationary bicycle to fuel a
blender that produces a delicious milk
shake!
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neighborhood senior centers
Glenda Martinez, Stapleton Director
Albana Telic, CLLD Program Coordinator
Jodie Kornblum, Avis/South Shore Director
718.981.8828
718.475.5289
718.475.5283
Stapleton Neighborhood
Senior Center
189 Gordon Street, Staten Island, NY 10304
The JCC Stapleton Neighborhood Senior Center
offers a wide variety of services to stimulate both
body and mind. The nutritional program includes
a warm, healthy and hearty breakfast and lunch.
Nutritional education and monthly blood pressure
screenings, conducted by a registered nurse, are
also offered. There are computer and ceramics
classes as well as arts and crafts. Physical activities
taught by certified instructors include Tai-Chi,
Yoga, aerobics, chair exercises and line dancing.
Case assistance and referrals are provided to all
members to help resolve various personal matters
pertaining to food stamps, Access-A-Ride, rent
arrears, Medicare and Medicaid, eviction prevention and much more. Translation services are also
available upon request in English, Spanish and
Tagalog. All adults 60 and above are invited and
welcome to join this fun, diverse and friendly senior center.
All JCC Social Services are Free
(unless otherwise noted) and Open to All
Free door-to-door transportation is available
to/from the Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC for
adults 60+ or disabled participants to attend programs at the JCC during designated Center for
Life Long Development (CLLD) hours and
to/from the Avis/South Shore JCC during
designated Neighborhood Senior Center hours
of operation. Free CLLD and/or Neighborhood
Senior Center enrollment is required to take advantage of the transportation option. Our bus is
lift accessible. For more information about
CLLD enrollment, please contact the CLLD
Office at 718.517.7445. For more information
about Neighborhood Senior Center enrollment,
please contact Jodie Kornblum at 718.475.5283
or [email protected].
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Avis/South Shore
Neighborhood Senior
Center
The Avis/South Shore Neighborhood Senior Center is the place to be if you are a senior adult age 60
and above. For those who enjoy socializing, staying
fit and sharing a Kosher meal with your peers, the
neighborhood center offers all that and more. For
those who are homebound and find it physically
challenging to get to the “J” our Case Management
department is available to assist you by telephone
or in person in managing your activities of daily
living. For more information about how participation in our senior adult programs can enhance the
quality of your life, please visit our website or contact our intake department at 718.508.3890.
CLLD Program
City funded program offering services and programs for those over 60.
CLLD offers Six Centers of Excellence:
• Arts & Entertainment
Painting classes, Group Keyboarding, Trips to
Metropolitan Museum of Art, Ballroom dancing
• Life Long Learning
Partnership with CSI offering education
courses: Medieval Times, Jewish Folklore
• Computer Technology
Creative Power Point, Advanced Internet
• Health & Wellness
Chair yoga, Zumba, Xbox bowling
• Intergenerational
Homework help with after school program,
partnering with Day Hab program
• Social Action
Bingo events to raise money for various organizations
Please contact Albana Telic at 718.475.5289 or
[email protected]
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SeniorNet
SeniorNet of SI is celebrating its 21th year with the JCC providing computer classes for those 50 Plus
with courses from Beginners to those who are Advanced but wish to expand their knowledge. Members
of this group are all volunteers, also 50 plus. They are retirees who want to share their expertise in a
multitude of areas in the Computer World by teaching, assistant teaching, technical advice, advertising,
class development, finance, public relations etc.
Because of their ages and life experience they are able to relate to the students with patience and understanding. The manuals and/or the handouts they use are clear. The computer classroom limits the
number of students to 12 and is handicapped accessible.
Quarterly classes are given for students who are Beginners, Advanced Beginners, Intermediates and
Advanced. Depending on the subject being offered, some day classes are given for 3 hours once a week
for 8 weeks, some for 2 hours a class for 6 weeks.
Some classes are being offered in the early evening to accommodate those persons who may still be
working and wish to advance their skills. (Advanced Adobe Elements and Spreadsheet Using Excel 2010).
Students do not have to be members of the JCC, but those who are receive a 15% deduction from the
surprisingly low cost for classes. Limited scholarships are offered. Application must be made 10 days
prior to registration.
For further information or a request for an application call 718.475.5200, press 8 and then ext. 1182 or
www.seniornetsi.org or email: [email protected].
Senior Olympics
The Annual Beatrice Victor Senior Olympics begins Sunday, October 11.
Have you sent in your application? There is a late registration fee but it’s not
too late. Pick one up at the Bernikow reception desk, or download and print one
at sijcc.org.
If you are over 50, you don’t want to miss out on all the fun. You can participate in as
many of our events as you wish. You can join your friends in our gala closing ceremonies
on Friday, October 16 which includes a parade of winners,
demonstrations by senior groups and a wonderful luncheon at the Bernikow JCC.
Questions? Feel free to contact 718.981.48933 ext. 1412. Let’s all ...“Use it, Don’t Lose It”
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jcc social services
Neshama Marcus, Director of Social Services
718.475.5228
[email protected]
All JCC Social Services are open to the community
The JCC is dedicated to building a stronger community by promoting the welfare of our clients.
JCC Social Services are provided without regard to race, color, national origin, disability, gender, age, political
beliefs or religious creed. For more information about any of the services listed below, please contact Neshama
Marcus, Director of Social Services, at 718-475-5228 or [email protected].
Free Benefits/Entitlements Screening and
Enrollment Assistance
Case Management provides individuals and families with a personal case manager who can help
navigate the maze of services to develop
strength–based individual care plans.
• SNAP Benefits (Food stamps)
• Health Insurance Options
• Utility Assistance Programs i.e. HEAP, etc.
(November-May)
• Life Line/Safe Link (free cell phone)
• Access-a-Ride (for Senior Citizens/Disabled)
• Income Tax Preparation And more!
For more information, please contact Devorah
Weiss at 718.475.5245 (office), 917.922.6859
(cell) or [email protected]. For clients who require in-home screening for benefits and entitlements (age 60+), please contact Venessa
Schiavone at 718-508-3890 or
[email protected].
Free Legal Consultation
• Landlord/Tenant Disputes
• Evictions/Foreclosures
• HRA/Social Security/Unemployment Benefits,
etc.
For more information, please contact Devorah
Weiss at 718.475.5245 (office), 917.922.6859
(cell) or [email protected].
Free Financial Counseling
• Managing Debt
• Budgeting
• Bankruptcy, etc.
For more information, please contact Devorah
Weiss at 718.475.5245 (office), 917.922.6859
(cell) or [email protected].
Free Kosher Food Pantry
Donations are received from the Food Bank of
New York and MET Council, as well as many local
businesses and private donations. The Kosher
Food Pantry is by appointment only in order to
ensure personal, confidential, one-on-one services. The Kosher Food Pantry also accepts donations of nonperishable food items. For an
appointment or additional information please
contact Sara Cohen at 718.475.5242 or
[email protected]
Free Career Counseling
For more information, please contact Devorah
Weiss at 718.475.5245 (office), 917.922.6859 (cell)
or [email protected]. Free Home Safety Assessments Funded by UJA-Federation of New York,
the JCC provides free home safety assessments and
handlebar installations through Richmond Senior
Services to senior adults (age 60+) who meet the
eligibility criteria. For more information, please
contact Jessie Schwartz at 718.475.5279 or
[email protected]
Kosher Meals on Wheels
The JCC contracts with Meals on Wheels of
Staten Island (along with B&Y Catering) to provide meals to senior adult clients who are homebound. Through the DFTA-funded Senior Case
Management Program, all clients receive in-home
comprehensive assessments to determine eligibility and suggested contribution. For more information, please contact Venessa Schiavone at
718-508-3890 or [email protected].
Home Care
The JCC contracts with Richmond Home Needs
to provide limited Home Care hours to senior
adult clients who are homebound and have difficulty performing activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting,
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transportation, preparing meals, sweeping/vacuuming, light tidying, shopping, mobility, and
more. Through the DFTA-funded Senior Case
Management Program, all clients receive inhome comprehensive assessments to determine
eligibility and cost share rate. For more information, please contact Venessa Schiavone at 718508-3890 or [email protected].
Community Health Insurance Program (CHIPS)
The CHIPS Staff are trained Navigators, certified
through the New York State Department of
Health. They assist individuals and families in enrolling in public health insurance programs
(Medicaid and Child Health Plus) as well as in
Qualified Health Plans through the New York
State of Health Marketplace. The multi-lingual
Navigator staff can assist people under the age of
65 with eligibility, enrollment, plan selection and
health literacy. Services are available at various
locations with weekend hours offered. There is
no cost to enroll, although premiums and
co-pays may apply, depending upon program. For
more information or to schedule an appointment,
please call 718.981.1400.
Adult Education
• Citizenship Preparation Part of the naturalization process includes successfully completing a
test administered by the US Citizenship and Immigration Service. This course helps prepare immigrants to take that test by introducing US
history and government with the appropriate
English vocabulary and grammar structure for
ESL students who are preparing to take the US
citizenship examination. Practice questions and
books are supplied. For more information,
pleasecontact Antoinette Cavaliere at
718.508.3885 or [email protected].
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• English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes
This program is designed to help immigrants
learn and improve their English language skills.
Regardless of the language you speak, we can
teach you English. There are classes available in
both beginner and intermediate levels. This is an
intensive course given two times a week for a 10
week cycle. The focus is to facilitate conversational English, reading and writing in order for
students to find employment, make promotional
gains and increase involvement in their children’s
education. For more information, please contact
Antoinette Cavaliere at 718.508.3885 or [email protected].
• GED Preparatory Classes
This program provides students with the necessary skills needed to pass the GED (high school
equivalency diploma) exam. Classes are FREE and
are taught by qualified instructors. Day and
evening schedules are available. This program
provides scheduling for all eligible students to
take their GED exam at the local testing center.
Requirements for admittance: applicant must be
17.5 years old or older at the time of registration
and score an intermediate level or higher on the
entrance exam. Enrollment is limited. For more
information, please contact Maria Anselmo at
718.508.3881 or [email protected].
JCC DART (Disaster Assistance Response Team)
Once the first responders alleviate the immediate
danger of the disaster, JCC DART assists families
through the recovery process. Our role starts
after the immediate danger has passed. Our services include distribution/collection of emergency
supplies and crisis intervention. There is no eligibility requirement to receive JCC DART services
other than being impacted by a disaster. JCC
DART volunteers are recruited from all over
Staten Island and are trained to respond to all
types of disasters, including hurricanes, snow
storms, power outages, main waterline breaks,
etc. For more information, please contact Debbie
Burack at 646-261-6576 or [email protected].
Free Individual Supportive Counseling
Through partnerships with the New York University Silver School of Social Work,
Columbia University School of Social Work, College of Staten Island, Wurzweiler School of Social
Work, St. John’s University, and Fordham University, the JCC provides one-on-one counseling
sessions with MSW Student Interns. Your counselor can assist and guide you in life’s transitions
and challenges, including:
• Bereavement/Grief/Loss
• Social Isolation
• Caregivers
• Marital Issues/Separation/Divorce
• Health and Wellness
• Life’s Transitions
• Support Groups
• Short-term Counseling For more information,
please contact Neshama Marcus at 718.475.5228
or [email protected].
Mental Health Workshops
The JCC can provide a group facilitator to discuss mental health concerns in a fun and interactive forum. Dates and times to be determined
upon consultation. If you are interested in hosting a mental health workshop in your community, please contact Neshama Marcus, Director of
Social Services 718.475.5228 or
[email protected]
Art Therapy
Engage in the creative process to enhance overall
well-being. Groups will address stress relief,
emotional expression, and increasing self esteem
and self awareness. Current groups are designed
for Ages 7-9, Ages 10-12, and Adults. No art experience or skills necessary. For more information, please contact Neshama Marcus, Director of
Social Services, at 718.475.5228 or
[email protected].
“Mingle & Socialize” Senior Adult Singles “
Mingle & Socialize” is a UJA-Federation of New
York-funded program to address isolation among
the senior adult population. The JCC collaborates
with local community Rabbis to provide clients
with individual counseling and socialization
groups, including monthly information sessions,
walking club, trip club and theater group. (Watch
for monthly dates and topics!) Support groups
run in 6-week sessions and target the needs of
our participants; past support groups include Bereavement for Widows/Widowers, Beating the
Blues, Managing Stress, Obsessive Compulsive
Disorder, and Bereavement for Caregivers.
Limited short-term counseling is available.
This program has been designed to aid with:
• Bereavement/Grief/Loss
• Social Isolation
• Marital Issues/Separation/Divorce
• Health and Wellness
• Life’s Transitions
• Short-term Counseling
• Legal, Financial & Career Resources
• Community Events and Synagogue Workshops
For more information on socialization groups or
support groups, please contact Neshama Marcus,
LMSW, Director of Social Services, at
718.475.5228 or [email protected].
Caregiver Services
For adults who are caring for their elderly
spouses and parents with physical or cognitive
disorders, confusion, and memory loss including
Alzheimer’s and dementia.
• Individual Counseling and Assessment
• Referrals for Benefits and Entitlements
• Caregiver Speakers Series
• Caregiver Support Groups
• Yoga for Caregivers
• Individual Respite (limited Home Care hours
available)
• Group Respite Caregiver Services is a unique
support program serving the needs of the CAREGIVER. Trained and caring staff meet with each
family to tailor a long term plan that will reduce
the stress of providing 24/7 care by providing information, support through individual counseling
and assessment, weekly support groups, lectures
on legal, financial and medical topics, and
Yoga/Stress management workshops to increase
vitality and provide support.
For more information, please contact Caregiver
Services at 718.475.5287.
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Grandparents as Caregivers
Available for caregivers who are grandparents
(age 55+), having full custody of minor grandchildren, age 18 or under. The program offers information, referrals, grandparent advocacy,
support groups, workshops and education on
parenting grandchildren. It offers limited quantities of supplemental supplies such as backpacks,
formula, etc. In some cases a Personal Emergency
Response System (PERS) may be available at no
cost on a temporary basis. For more information,
please contact Caregiver Services at
718.475.5287.
Social Adult Group Respite Program
Our Social Adult Group Respite Program provides senior adults age 60+ who have been diagnosed with beginning to middle stage
Alzheimer’s disease, related dementia, or traumatic brain injury (TBI) an opportunity to socialize and remain mentally and physically
stimulated. While the senior adults participate in
the program, the caregiver has an opportunity for
respite and is free to run errands and tend to
his/her routine activities. Services include nutritionally balanced lunch, fitness programs to improve circulation and strength, art and music
therapy, pet therapy, reminisce and mind-wellness activities, onsite entertainment, and outside
trips. For more information, please contact Caregiver Services at 718.475.5287.
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Social Adult Day Services
The Social Adult Day Services is a program tailored specifically for senior adults age 60+ who
have been diagnosed with beginning to middle
stage Alzheimer’s disease, related dementia, or
traumatic brain injury (TBI). The program provides individuals with an opportunity to socialize
and remain mentally and physically stimulated
through activities led by trained and caring staff.
Program hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
from 10am – 3pm. Services include nutritionally
balanced lunch, fitness programs to improve circulation and strength, art and music therapy, pet
therapy, reminisce and mind-wellness activities,
onsite entertainment, and outside trips. For more
information, please contact Caregiver Services at
718.475.5287
Transportation
Free door-to-door transportation is available
to/from the Joan & Alan Bernikow JCC for
adults 60+ or disabled participants to attend programs at the JCC during designated Center for
Life Long Development (CLLD) hours and
to/from the Avis/South Shore JCC during
designated Neighborhood Senior Center hours
of operation. Free CLLD and/or Neighborhood
Senior Center enrollment is required to take advantage of the transportation option. Our bus is
lift accessible. For more information about
CLLD enrollment, please contact the CLLD
Office at 718.517.7445. For more information
about Neighborhood Senior Center enrollment,
please contact Jodie Kornblum at 718.475.5283
or [email protected].
music institute
Ela Seeley, Music Institute Director
718.475.5263
[email protected]
www.dorothydelsonkuhnmusicinstitute.sijcc.org
Whether you want to introduce your child or yourself to the joys of playing an instrument or developing vocal
talent, or you want to take your skills to the higher level, the Dorothy Delson Kuhn Music Institute has the
depth and range of instruction you are seeking. The Music Institute has been a powerful stimulus to music on
Staten Island since its inception. Its faculty and students are active participants in the musical life of the community and throughout New York City. The faculty consists of professional musicians with extensive teaching
and performing experience and students learn in a non-competitive atmosphere. The Music Institute is a nonprofit and non-sectarian music school. It is the only member of the National Guild of Community Arts Education on Staten Island.
Registration
Registration is on-going. New students should
consult with Ela, the Music Institute Director
before registering, 718.475.5263.
Music Institute brochure
For a full listing of classes or for more information, please contact Ela or go to
www.dorothydelsonkuhnmusicinstitute.sijcc.org
Private Lessons
Private lessons may be 30, 45 or 60 minutes.
Enrollment is for 30 weekly lessons from October
through June. A special provision is made for late
registrants. Lessons are offered at both the
Bernikow JCC and Avis/South Shore JCC.
Private lessons are available in:
Piano
Clarinet
Recorder
Guitar
Flute
French horn
Violin
Oboe
Trombone
Cello
Saxophone
Tuba
Voice
Trumpet
Drums
Early Childhood
Music Classes
For our younger students, we offer fun and interactive classes that lay the foundation for the future
musical experiences.
Parent/child music classes
at bernikow JCC
Harmony Road Classes
It is a unique parent/child musical program that focuses on the development of the whole child while
stressing keyboard readiness. Each group course is
designated specifically for the age group, reinforcing and building on their skills as they progress
through the curriculum. Parent or caregiver must
actively accompany the child in class. Book and CD
included for all classes. Free demonstration classes
will be held one week prior to class start dates
throughout the year.
Music in Me
ages 3-4
A dynamic readiness program for young children
with emphasis on the ear training, solfege singing,
movement, pitch and rhythm awareness, keyboard
geography and finger readiness. Creativity is
stressed.
Parent involvement in class and at home.
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Harmony Road
ages 4.5-6
55 minutes weekly. 15 weeks
Carefully constructed for children to learn the basic
building blocks of music. Emphasis on ear training,
solfege singing, keyboard playing, ensemble and
rhythm activities, movement and music creativity.
Reading concepts are presented gradually and basic
composing activities encourage the development
of the child’s musical vocabulary. This exceptional
course gives the student “inner hearing”, which
makes transposing, improvisation and composing
easily accessible in their musical studies. Parent involvement in class and at home.
The Young Musician
ages 6-7
55 minutes weekly, 15 weeks
The Young Musician course introduces beginning
students to keyboard performance and note reading in a holistic program, including the organized
development of pitch, rhythm, solfege singing,
keyboard and movement activities. Parent involvement in class and at home.
Music Together of Staten
Island @ the JCC
ages birth – 5
45 minutes, 9 sessions
Music Together is an internationally recognized
early childhood music program for babies, toddlers,
preschoolers, kindergarteners and adults who love
them. The classes are based on the recognition that
all children are musical. All children can learn to
sing in tune, keep a beat, and participate with confidence in the music of our culture, provided that
their early environment supports such learning.
Book and CD included in the price of the class. Free
demonstration classes will be held the week prior
to the program start.
Tuesdays, 9:45am or 10:30am or
Sundays, 9:45am or 10:45am
Drum Circle
High energy drumming experience for aspiring
rock stars! Play with congas, djembes etc.
1 hour • 10 sessions
Bernikow JCC - starts Wednesday, October 7 at 5pm
Avis South Shore - JCC starts Monday, October 12 at
4:30pm
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Do Re Me
ages 4-5
45 minutes weekly, 10 weeks
Discover the magic of music through singing, dancing and playing along in this interactive, fun and
educational music class. Class size is limited.
Thursdays, 12pm
Suzuki violin
ages 4-5
45 minutes 15 sessions
Children will learn by listening and imitating their
teacher. In this method children are believed to be
innately musical. Parents are actively included in
the process of learning.
Sundays, 12 noon
Preteens/Teens
Singing is FUN-damental
ages 7 - 9
15 sessions
Geared towards the younger child who loves to
sing and wants to learn how to use their voice but
may not be ready for private lessons.
Focus will be on ear training, technique and repertoire technique and repertoire.
No prior musical experience is required
Class size is limited.
Thursday, 5pm
Musicianship/Theory
Classes
These classes provide enrichment through instruction in theory, ear training, musical forms, music history and general music appreciation. Students will
be assigned to an appropriate class. Participation is
highly recommended. This class is included with private lesson tuition. For those not enrolled in Music
Institute private lessons, a special arrangement may
be made and a fee will apply.
Jazz Ensemble
The participants will have the opportunity to be a
member of a small group, learn new music, and meet
fellow musicians from across the island. Ensembles
will meet weekly. The class is open to all enthusiastic
Staten Island musicians ages 9-18 with some prior
experience on their instruments.
Youth Mixed Ensemble
Take the next step by expanding your repertoire
while playing in an intimate group. Advance
your skills in phrasing, intonation, counting and
playing with others. Ensembles offer players the
perfect balance between solo and orchestral performing. The ensemble is open to all enthusiastic
players ages 9-18. However, you must be able to
read music. Group Guitar 1 hour. 10 weeks
Mondays, 1:30pm
Fee: $100 member/$150 non-members
Adult Music Programs
Adult Chamber Group
90 minutes 15 weeks
Take the next step and expand your repertoire
while playing in an intimate group. Open to all levels, however, you must be able to read music.
Thursdays, 7:30-9pm
Recorder Ensemble
Musicians of all levels get together and enjoy
playing multi-part music on an instrument that is
easy to learn. Bernikow JCC
Fridays, 3:30pm
Group Guitar
1 hour. 10 weeks
Mondays, 1:30pm
Fee: $100 member/$150 non-member
Group Piano
1 hour. 10 weeks
Tuesdays 1pm
Fee: $100 member/$150 non-member
Music Faculty
Piano:
Nelly Cherepinskaya
Tatyana Cherepinskaya
Yelena Khaymovich
Elona Migirov
Samuel Murphy
Tatiana Sorkim
Piano Voice: Lisa Pelman-Forst
Fred Crisson
James Panos
Jenna Calderon
Strings: Peggy Wiltrout
Jennifer Vincent
Larisa Vollis
Madeline Casparie
Woodwinds:
Daniel Kelley
Barry Nudelman
Alerto Toro
Margaret Wiltrout
Brass:
Alan Aurelia
Carolyn Clark
Voice:
Lisa Forst
Cara Lanzi
Mathew Savage
Early Childhood Music:
Kelly Grant
Lisa Forst
Theory, Music Appreciation:
Yelena Khaymovich
Elona Migirov
Chamber Music:
Larisa Vollis
Percussion:
Thomas Baker
Matthew Savage
Guitar:
visual Arts
Art at the J Gallery
Murray Berman Art Gallery
Interesting. Intriguing. Stimulating.
Exhibits year round at the
Art at the J Gallery in the rotunda.
For information, please, call Ela 718.475.5263.
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bernikow fitness/wellness
Donny Brandefine, Fitness Manager
718.475.5214
[email protected]
DR. RON & NANCY AVIS FITNESS CENTER
Feel Strong. Live Healthy. Be Inspired.
All of us have different reasons for why we come to the JCC Fitness Center and what we do inside its 5,000
square feet of fitness brilliance. No matter what kind of fitness activity you choose, our enthusiastic staff will
be there to assist you with our equipment, offer suggestions for your workout and provide helpful fitness tips.
Our signature fitness & personal training programs, cutting-edge equipment and innovative classes distinguish us as so much more than just your ordinary health club. We continue to expand our program offerings
and are excited to introduce new, innovative elements to our membership.
Mitchell Scott Gordon
Spa @ the J
boxing Personal Training
Boxing Personal Training works to stress the body
at a high intensity for short periods of time. This
Choose from a wide array of services - massages,
equates to the burning of large amounts of calories
facials including therapeutic skin treatments, body
in a one hour session with a Personal Trainer. Sign
treatments, reflexology, and body waxing as well as
up today to get started on a plan for a “Knockout
spa manicures and spa pedicures. All of our treatBody” by incorporating boxing interval training
ments are provided by licensed New York State
into your regular exercise routine. Boxing skills not
massage therapists, estheticians or cosmetologists.
required and the goal is not to use these skills in
We offer professional salon services in a private,
competition boxing.
tranquil environment - designed with you in mind.
A visit to our spa is the perfect way to begin the
new season. Services provided by appointment One-on-One Training
only through the Sports Desk at 718.475.5210.
1 hour session - $65
5 one hour sessions - $300
Schedule
appointment at the Sports Desk,
Pink Program
718.475.5210
This exciting, effective 6 week program will help
you exercise safely while enhancing your overall
health whether you’re in the midst of treatment or Express One-on-One
years beyond it. This is the only breast cancer re- Training
covery program approved by the American Council (1/2 hour sessions)
of Exercise. 6 weeks, 2 times per week. Call Janice For individuals with a tight schedule and a desire
Salerno at 718.475.1143 for information.
for a concentrated workout.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5pm
1/2 hour session - $45
6 week program
FREE for JCC members/$150NM
Partner Training
New Class Forming. Call Janice for information.
Partner training has been proven to increase commitment to a fitness regimen.
Personal Training
1 hour, 2 people - $90/session
If you are looking for a personal fitness program or 5 one hour sessions - $425
that will deliver results and keep you motivated,
our programs are perfect for you! A variety of sessions are available with our well rounded, certified
bernikow Fitness Hours
trainers.
Monday - Thursday 5:30am - 10:45pm
Friday
5:30am - 6:45pm
Saturday - Sunday
7:00am - 6:45pm
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Group Personal Training
Affordable, small group personal training and progressive fitness programs designed to meet your
needs. Fun, motivating and results-driven (1 hour,
3 people)
1 hour, 3 people – 6 week sessions,
12 sessions. 2 times per week
$300 per person
One-on-One Stretching/
Foam Rolling
Stretching helps flexibility for increasing range of
motion while foam rolling increases blood circulation, reduces lactic acid build up and improves
posture.
1/2 hour session - $30
5 one half hour sessions - $150
TRX Suspension Training
or Kickboxing Class
Kid’s Fitness Class
ages 6-12
FUN and kid-loving instructors lead the students through physical activities to improve the
health of our youth.
Mondays and Wednesdays 4-5pm
Free for JCC members
Group Ex room
Contact Janice Salerno, 718.475.1143.
Select Group Ex Classes
Free for members only
body Pump
This 60 minute national workout challenges all of
your major muscle groups by using the best
weight room exercises like squats, presses lifts and
curls. Great Music, Great Experience!
Spinning
Total Body Resistance Exercise that tones your
body and strengthens your core.
Kickboxing refers to martial arts moves based on
kicking and punching.
1 hour, 3-6 people
$15 per person based on a
minimum of 3 people per class
A 55 minute stationary cycling workout set to
music, which focuses on endurance and interval
training. A variety of class offerings listed on the
Group Exercise monthly schedule at the Sports
Desk.
Youth Personal Training
A total body workout designed to increase energy,
stamina and improve circulation and flexibility in
a water setting. Your head never goes under the
water and swimming skills are not needed. A variety of class offerings are listed on the Pool and
Group Exercise schedules at the Sports Desk.
ages 10 – 13
Youth personal training allows youth to improve
their general fitness, reduce obesity and help
achieve fitness goals.
1/2 hour, 1 person - $40
or 5 one half hour sessions - $175
1 hour, 1 person - $55
or 5 one hour sessions - $250
1 hour, 2 people - $70
or 5 one hour sessions - $325
1 hour, 3 people - $75
or 5 one hour sessions - $300
Aqua Zumba and Splash
Yoga
Enjoy the mind and body connection to deep
stretching, slow and rhythmic poses and balance
postures. Develop strength, balance and flexibility
while experiencing deep relaxation. A variety of
yoga style classes are listed on the Group Exercise
schedule.
Gym Rentals/Gym Sponsors/ Sports Field Rentals
Rent our gyms and/or advertise your business with a large sign in the downstairs Perla and Richard
Kuhn Gym. You can also rent our sports fields for parties or soccer matches.
Select JCC facilities are available to all organizations, groups and individuals for life cycle events,
meetings and celebrations. Call 718.475.5261 for information.
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Teen Tune Up
ages 13 - 15
Children under the age of 16 are not permitted into
the Fitness Center.
However, in order to contribute to the fitness level
of our youth, individuals 13 - 15 years are able to
use the Fitness Center only after undergoing a
Teen Tune-Up Certification Course. This allows
youth to be trained on the concepts of fitness, etiquette in the facility and authorization to use the
facility under the supervision of the fitness floor
staff. $40 fee for up to 1 1/2 hours with a trainer.
Guest Pass Policy
• Daily Guest passes are $15
• If you join our Fitness Center within 30 days of
the expiration of your guest pass, you may apply
the guest fee towards your membership dues.
• Guest Passes are issued at the Reception desk in
the lobby. We will photocopy your Driver’s License or Photo ID card for security purposes before
issuing the Guest Pass.
Locker Rentals
Instead of carrying your workout clothes back
and forth to the gym, the Bernikow Fitness Center offers annual locker rentals, giving you one
less thing to worry about. Rental lockers are
available on a first come first served basis, and
are only available to Platinum members. Lockers
available for rental measure about 12” x 12”,
enough space to store your toiletries, shoes, etc.
overnight.
Fee: $12 month/$144 annual
babysitting Hours
Monday - Friday
Monday & Tuesday
Saturday
Sunday
8:30am - 12:30pm
4-8pm
closed
8:30am-12:30pm
brighton ballet Theatre at the JCC!
Brighton Ballet Theatre (BBT) is a dance school dedicated to providing the highest quality
dance education for boys and girls, ages 2-19. BBT draws on the rich tradition of Russian ballet.
In addition to teaching all students in Russian ballet by the Russian method, students will also have
the opportunity to take rhythmic dance and ballet pilates for kids.
Avis/South Shore Register at www.brightonballet.com/staten-island.html
Fall Registration – Sunday, September 20, 11am-2pm
Bernikow JCC. Registration after September 20 please contact us at
[email protected] or 1-866.817.7646
10% Discount for JCC members
FALL CLASS LISTINGS
Start of Classes TBA
Sunday
Rhythmic Dance (age 2-3) 10:30- 11:15am
Pre-Ballet (age 4-6) 11:30am-12:25pm
12:30-1:25pm Ballet Beginners 1 (age 7-12)
Ballet 2A (age 8-13) 1:30pm-3:00pm
Mondays & Wednesdays
Ballet 2A (age 8-13) 4:30-6pm
Pre-Ballet (age 4-6) 6-7pm
Ballet Technique (age 7-13) 7-8:30
Note: "A" classes are for children with dance experience.
Students over 13 years old with previous ballet experience, please schedule an appointment;
[email protected], or call 1-866-812-7646.
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avis fitness
Ernest Murdukhayev, Sports and Rec. Director
718.475.5212
Carol Weinberg, Avis Fitness Group Ex. Coordinator 718-475-5270 ext. 1205
[email protected]
[email protected]
At the JCC, our core values of trust, caring, integrity, passion, happiness and personal fitness guide everything
that we do at the Avis South Shore fitness center. Our goal is that every member is treated like an individual and
feels supported and motivated to get fit, and most importantly, have fun in the process. Visit our up to date Avis
fitness facility and get yourself into the best shape ever. All our equipment is new including our Cardio Theater
TV system mounted on treadmills. We provide an array of services and offer an extensive selection of cardiovascular fitness equipment. We have a large selection of free group exercise classes geared to every level. Our personnel
are trained to educate members about the equipment and assist with workouts. Our Personal Trainers hold nationally recognized certifications and are CPR/AED certified.
Two complimentary 30 minute orientations are required for each new member and should be scheduled by a personal trainer upon joining. This orientation is a basic demonstration of the safe and effective operation of the
cardio and strength training equipment. Some of these orientations grow into a comprehensive fitness assessment
session (Personal Training) and relationships between the member and trainer are well established as you reach
your goals.
Locker Rentals
Guest Pass Policy
Enrollment Policy
• Daily Guest passes are $15
• If you join our Fitness Center within 30 days of
the expiration of your guest pass, you may apply
the guest fee towards your membership dues.
• Guest Passes are issued at the Reception desk in
the lobby. We will photocopy your Driver’s License
or Photo ID card for security purposes before issuing the Guest Pass.
Our Fitness Center has male and female locker
rooms equipped with showers. Lockers are for
daily use only.
• You can rent a locker for only $30 annually.
• We also have mini lockers for wallets,
cash and valuables for 25 cents.
• Everyone wishing to join the Fitness Center will
be asked to complete a Liability Waiver. If you
have a medical restriction, you will be asked to provide a medical clearance note from your physician.
Teen Membership
The Teen rate/discount is for ages 12-20.
• Teens are required to go through the orientation
process to ensure a safe environment for themselves as well as others around them. Once they do
this, they are permitted to use the Fitness Center
without parental supervision.
• Teens can only use the Fitness Center
during non-school hours.
New Member Orientations
Our two complimentary 30 minute orientations are
required for each new member and should be scheduled by a personal trainer upon joining. This orientation is a basic demonstration of the safe and
effective operation of the cardio and strength training equipment. Some of these orientations grow
into a comprehensive fitness assessment session
(Personal training) and relationships between the
member and trainers are well established as they
reach their obtainable goals. Orientations are by appointment only.
AVIS FITNESS HOURS
Monday-Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
8am- 8:30pm
8am-2pm
closed
8am-1pm
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bernikow/avis sports & recreation
RICHMOND COUNTY SAVINGS BANK FOUNDATION HEALTH & FITNESS WING
Perla & Richard Kuhn Gym
Ernest Murdukhayev, Sports and Rec. Director
718.475.5212
[email protected]
Avis/South Shore
Gerry Mosley’s Shoot
For Success basketball
pre-k-HS coed
10 sessions
Basketball skill training conducted by NY’s most
accomplished basketball trainer
Contact Lucy Kamil 917.923.5978 or
[email protected]
Men’s basketball League
ages 18-adults
Leagues are ongoing
10 games plus play offs
$550 per team Tuesdays or Thursday evening
Call Mark Levine, 718.917.0638
JCC Travel basketball
bernikow JCC
bernikow Monday Night
Men’s basketball
ages 18-adults
Teams and individuals accepted. Come on down
on Registration/Evaluation night to be placed on a
team of 8. Play 20 minute halves with a 5 minute
half time for a great workout. Leagues are ongoing.
10 games plus play offs. Contact Lucy Kamil
917.923.5978 or [email protected]
JCC/Sb4U Soccer best 4 You
ages 3.5-11
A program for children that teaches a variety of
fundamental skills in a fun and nurturing environment. Skills are taught through the use of different
fun games and activities that relate to the sport of
soccer.
10 Session Fundamental, ages 4-11
Fee: $150M$175/NM
8 Session Intro to Soccer ages3.5-5.5
Contact Ernest Murdukhayev,
or [email protected]
K-8 coed
Teams organized according to age and gender for
CYO Leagues. Play against and travel to other
JCCs, including tournaments. All players are required to participate in fundraisers to support proIntro 2 Tennis 8 weeks
gram and play in thje Intramural program as well.
An introduction tennis program for adults that are
Contact Lucy Kamil, 917.923.5978
in beginner or intermediate levels. The program
or [email protected]
provides extensive instruction in fundamental
strokes and basic strategies.
•Lessons taught by certified USTA PTR Instructors
•Lessons taught Indoors during winter and Outdoors during spring and summer
•Lessons levels progress from Beginner to Advance.
•Group and Private lessons available
•End of the program mini Tennis Tournament
NOTE: For the program to start a session a minimum of 4 participants must sign up for the program
Gym Rentals/Gym Sponsors/ Sports Field Rentals
Rent our gyms and/or advertise your business with a large sign in the downstairs Perla and Richard
Kuhn Gym. You can also rent our sports fields for parties or soccer matches.
Select JCC facilities are available to all organizations, groups and individuals for life cycle events,
meetings and celebrations. Call 718.475.5261 for information.
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aquatics
Ernest Murdukhayev, Sports and Rec. Director
718.475.5212
[email protected]
LUCILLE & JAY CHAZANOFF INDOOR POOL COMPLEX
Take time to enjoy the Aquatic Center at the Bernikow JCC as you swim the beautiful Olympic size indoor pool
overlooking the Green Belt and relax in the steam room, sauna and whirlpool. Plus, complimentary towel service
and grooming stations will enhance your aquatic activities. We’ve thought of everything so you don’t have to! All
aquatic classes & programs for children and adults are held in the JCC’s Bernikow building.
Splash/Aqua Zumba
Adult Splash classes consist of combining the resistance of water, the power of specialized water
equipment to give you a nonimpact, total body
workout welcomes all fitness levels. This program
is free to all members. Look for the group schedule
for the days and times.
Gender Swims
Please check the online schedule for all gender
swim times.
Richmond Aquatics Club
@ the JCC
ages under 8-18
This United States Swim Team begins in September and runs into August. There are five training
groups. Placement into one of the five groups will
be based on experience, ability level and a tryout
administered by the coaches. Placement into the
group is at the complete discretion of the coaches.
Please check the websitewww.richmondaquaticsclub.com.
JCC Pre-Competitive/
Richmond Aquatics
ages 6-18
Focus is on the four competitive strokes: freestyle,
backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly and also
promotes the perfection of starts and turns. This
program is designed for beginner swimmers with
basic knowledge in all strokes, or the more advanced swimmer not quite ready for competition.
This is an ongoing program. Please call for tryout
times and appointments. The program will only be
offered twice a week.
Lifeguard Training and CPR
Must be 15 years old and pass a preliminary swim
test. Classes begin in December and continue
through May.
Private Swim LessonsYouth and Adult
Beginning at the current level of the child or adult
and working towards independent swimming skills
or stroke improvement. This class is designed for
one-on-one instruction.
Scheduled by appointment only.
30 and 45 minute sessions
Swimming Lessons:
The American Red Cross Way
Level 1 through Level 4
ages 3-14
Level 1- Introduction to Water Skills
(Sundays, 10am or Tuesdays, 4:30pm)
Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic Skills
(Sundays, 10am or Tuesdays, 4:30pm)
Level 3- Stroke Development
(Sundays, 11am or Thursdays, 4:30pm)
Level 4- Stroke Improvement
(Sundays, 11am or Thursdays, 4:30pm)
There are two separate 5 week sessions throughout
the year.
babies R Swimming
“baby Nemos”
ages 6 months - 2 1/2
Introduces infants/toddlers to the pool with the
comfort of their caregiver. An adult must accompany the child in the pool for the entire lesson.
There are two separate 5 week sessions throughout
the year.
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Triathlon Training/
Masters Training
adults 18 years and older
This is an 8 week course consisting of stroke
improvement and conditioning for Tri-athletes
and Masters swimmers. The course is ongoing and
can be joined at any time.
Tuesdays, 6-7am
New York Swim Academy
12 years and under
Registration process for all new clients begins with
a free evaluation class to assess child’s comfort level
in the pool, and then recommending private or a
group class placement. Students can join lessons at
any time. Lessons are ongoing, year around. For
more information please contact us at
347.982.5656 or [email protected]
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gymnastics
Mary Fontana, Gymnastics Director
718.475.5275 or 718.720.7983
[email protected]
The JCC/Richmond Gymnastics Center has been training Staten Island's finest gymnasts for over 30 years,
We take pride in training all of our students in the U.S.A.G Junior Olympic program. "Start Here Go Anywhere" is their motto. Our center trains gymnasts from levels one through ten, ages 3 through 17.
We have produced the Island's top gymnasts for many years. All of our instructional classes are listed below.
Come Join The Fun!! Come and be part of our club. Remember a STAR is born every day.
Pre-teams and team programs:
USAG competitive levels 3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10 & elite are held
Monday through Friday. 3 to 15 hours per week
are required to become a team member.
Fees: $660 (10 months) or $72 a month Members
FEATURING THE USA
$760 (10 months) or $82 a month NonMembers
JUNIOR OLYMPIC
($27 registration fee per family per year)
PROGRAM
Day and time will be given to you upon registration. Pay in full or
provide credit card number to be debited monthly. Sibling and group rates available.
Program Philosophy:
Our main objective is to further the development of all our students as gymnasts.
Our recreational and team programs will allow students to gain self-confidence,
poise and pride in all they do; qualities that last a lifetime.
For information call 718.475.5275 or 718.720.7983.
Cheer tumbling classes offered for cheer groups at a special rate.
AVIS/SOUTH SHORE CLASS SCHEDULE
Wigglers
2 1/2 year olds co-ed
Monday
10:30am
Trompers
3 & 4 year olds
3 & 4 year olds
Monday
Tuesday Friday
10:30am, 12pm & 4pm
Girls and Boys
5 & 6 year olds
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
4pm or 5pm or
2 hour classes from 4 to 6pm
4pm, 5pm
4pm, 5pm
3:30pm, 4:30pm
4pm, 5pm
4pm, 5pm
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm
5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm
4:30pm, 5:30pm, 6:30pm
5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm
5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm
5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm
4:30pm, 5:30pm, 6:30pm
5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm
5pm, 6pm or 5-7pm
Monday
3:30 pm (all ages)
4:30 pm (all ages)
Super Rompers
Girls and Boys
7, 8 & 9 year olds
1 hour or 2 hour classes
available.
10 years old and over
BERNIKOW CLASS SCHEDULE
Boys and Girls
3 years & older
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community programs
Maureen Fisher, Director of Health Programs
Rose Shargo, Dir. of Ed. & Vocational Services
718.981.1400
718.508.3881
Educational & vocational
HSE/GED
Preparatory Program
FR
Maria Anselmo, Program Coordinator
718.508.3882
[email protected]
EE
The JCC offers GED preparatory classes which provide students with the necessary skills needed to
pass the GED (high school equivalency diploma)
exam. Classes are FREE and are taught by qualified
instructors. Day and evening schedules are available. This program provides scheduling for all eligible students to take their GED exam at the local
testing center. Requirements for admittance; applicant must be 18 years old or older at the time of
registration and score an intermediate level or
higher on the entrance exam. Enrollment is limited.
Call our GED Hotline 718.508.3895. Become
friends with us on Facebook @ “JCC Ged”.
As of January 2014 New York State implemented
a more rigorous national test called TASC. This
test is aligned closely to the common core standards
that all states are now held accountable to.
English As A Second Language
This program is designed to help immigrants learn
and improve their English language skills. Regardless of the language you speak, we can teach you
English. There are classes available in both beginner and intermediate levels. This is an intensive
course given two times a week for a 10 week cycle.
The focus is to facilitate conversational English,
reading and writing in order for students to find
employment, make promotional gains and increase
involvement in their children’s education.
Contact Rose Shargo, Director of Education &
Vocational Services 718.508.3881
[email protected]
[email protected]
Health Programs
JCC Community Health
Insurance Program (CHIPS)
The CHIPS Staff are trained Navigators, certified
through the NYS Department of Health. They assist individuals and families in enrolling in public
health insurance programs (Medicaid and Child
Health Plus) as well as in Qualified Health Plans
through the New York State of Health Marketplace.
The multi-lingual staff can assist people under the
age of 65 with eligibility, enrollment, plan selection
and health literacy. Services are available at various
locations with weekend hours offered. There is no
cost to enroll. Although premiums and co-pays
may apply, depending upon program. Although the
Open Enrollment period runs from 11/1/151/31/16, Medicaid eligible adults and children can
enroll throughout the year. Certain life change
events make people eligible for enrollment outside
of the Open Enrollment period as well. Call
718.981.1400 for information or an appointment.
Community Health
Advocates (CHA)
FREE
· All ages
· Our CHA Coordinator helps guide families, individuals and small businesses through the health care
system with free information, advice, and advocacy
on all types of health insurance. CHA cases include
eligibility assistance, guidance accessing health care,
navigating the health care system, and hospital
billing issues. Monday through Friday Contact Lily
Reznik, 718.981.1400
Disaster Case Management
The Disaster Case Management Program (DCM)
is funded by Catholic Charities of New York,
through the New York State Office of Emergency
Management, and offers services to Staten Islanders
who were affected by Hurricane Sandy. The DCM
staff work with clients in assessing the damage
from the storm, developing a comprehensive recovery plan and taking the steps necessary to
achieve that plan. Services are available in English,
Russian, and Ukrainian, there is no cost to the program. Call 718.981.1400 to speak with a Disaster
Case Manager.
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JCC beacon Programs
JCC Beacon Program @ IS 49
JCC Beacon Program at Tottenville HS
Ingrid Ebanks, Director, 718.556.1565
Cliff Bloom, Director, 718.605.3033
Steve Kessler, After School Coordinator
Kathy Scali, Assistant Director
The JCC Beacon program serves the community on the north shore and south shore of Staten Island. The
after school program for middle school and high school students offers a wide variety of essential services
to school age children as well as their parents and the community. The mission of the Beacon program is
to provide activities that are not generally available during the school day. The Beacon program also
works closely with each Principal to support their ongoing academic needs. Regularly scheduled after
school, evening, Saturday and summer camp programs include academic help (STEM based), social services, recreational, leadership development, music, dance, art and drama as well as nutritional enhancements. There is a registration process for enrollment into the JCC Beacon programs with applications
available at each site. The JCC Beacon Program is funded by the Department of Youth and Community
Development (DYCD), a NYC agency.
JCC COMPASS Program
JCC COMPASS (out of school time) Program @ PS 65
Seth Kaplan, Director, 347.466.4407
The JCC COMPASS program provides after school programming for elementary aged children in the
north shore area. Similar to the JCC Beacon program, the COMPASS program complements the school
day of children by offering academics, socialization, recreation and the arts. Parents and the surrounding
community are also provided with opportunities to support the efforts of the COMPASS program is also
available at P.S. 65 by civic engagement events that bring the community together. The summer camp
program offered by the JCC COMPASS program is for a full day camp of activities. To enroll for the
COMPASS program, applications can be submitted to the COMPASS office at PS 65. The JCC COMPASS
program is funded by the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), a NYC agency.
JCC Cornerstone Programs
Debra Fredrick, JCC Cornerstone Supervisor, 718.619.5080
JCC Cornerstone @ Gerard Carter Center
Debra Fredrick, Director, 718.981.0500
JCC Cornerstone @ Todt Hill Community Center
Denise Taylor, Director 718.761.4393
JCC Cornerstone @ Richmond Terrace Community Center
James Cersier, Director, 718.981.9001
The JCC Cornerstone programs are youth and community programs offered in community centers in
NYCHA housing areas on Staten Island. Programs are offered specifically for elementary school age children (after school program and summer camp), middle school and high school students, young adults and
adults in the community. This DYCD program was added five years ago with the goal of developing community pride, community building and community spirit through organized programs based on the needs
of the community. Other community programs are encouraged to offer their programs at each site. In
addition, the community is welcome to provide input and feedback into the program planning through
an active advisory board which meets monthly. Participants in each program are considered first from
the NYCHA buildings as well as from the surrounding community. The summer camp program serves
the elementary age group only with additional funding provided to open the community centers in the
evenings and weekends for middle and high school students. The staff of the JCC Cornerstone programs
are hired primarily from the community. For more information about the JCC Cornerstone programs
please contact the community center at the number provided above.
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Registration form
How to Register
1. Fill out a registration form COMPLETELY for each individual registering. Additional forms are available in the Center lobby or you may duplicate as many forms as you need.
2. Write a check to the JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER for full tuition to cover all classes and activities requested.
3. Full payment must accompany registration or registration will not be accepted.
4. Place the registration form(s) and your check in an envelope and either address completely for mailing or see the receptionist at either JCC building. If mailing, mark the envelope "Registration."
5. No confirmation will be sent. Participants are expected at the first session as listed. You will be notified only if a class is
cancelled.
6. Non-members may enroll only in those classes that show a non-member fee.
7. Not responsible for typographical errors.
Member Information
Please return to the JCC, 1466 Manor Road, Staten Island, NY 10314. Please use a separate form for each person. Call
718.475.5200 for additional forms. When listing the course code in the shaded box below, members should use the M
code; non-members should use the NM.
Address
City
Home Phone
Cell phone
State
ZIp
E-mail
Child’s Name
Date of Birth
Child’s Name
Date of Birth
Please Note: We agree that the JCC and/or UJA Federation may use any photograph, videotape or record in which I/we appear, taken for purposes of publicity, and/or advertising, may be used without additional approval.
Participant's Name
Age
Course Code #
Class Name
Day/Time
Fee
Payment Information
❏ Platinum Member ❏ Gold Member
❏ Non-member
Membership Expires _____________
❏ Enclosed is my check in the amount of $ _______________ made payable to the JCC.
❏ Credit Card ❏ Visa ❏ MC ❏ Amex
Account Number __________________________
Expiration Date _________
Signature ________________________________________________
Authorization For Emergency Medical and/or Surgical Treatment
This form must be on file for all children enrolled in courses. Authorization: In case of emergency, I hereby authorize the doctor or hospital to which my
child/children may be brought (and whomever they may designate as their assistant) to perform an emergency procedure or operation, to give treatment
and the administration of an anesthetic to my child. I also authorize the use of my hospitalization or medical coverage as indicated below:
Child(ren) Name_________________________________________________________________________________________
Address ____________________________________
Zip _________ Phone _____________________
Emergency and/or work phone# must be entered here:
# ________________________
Name of Insurance policy :____________________________
Date _______ Policy # _________________
Please Note: The authorization granted by this form will be used only where absolutely necessary and only after every attempt has been made to contact the parent or guardian.
_________________________________________________
signature & relationship to child
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