SPORTS & RECREATION
Discover an array of options within our Sports & Recreation Department , catering to both individual and team sports enthusiasts . Additionally , we provide instructional classes tailored to support the mental , emotional , and social growth of children and youth , all within a competitive framework . At every step , we prioritize good sportsmanship and safety , ensuring a well-rounded and secure experience for all .
All-Star Soccer
Equipping young children with basic soccer skills . Learning a new sport can help your child develop social and motor skills . In this class , your child will learn fundamental soccer skills , including dribbling , passing and scoring . The lessons taught over the eight sessions will build and end with participants combining all their newly learned skills in a game . This is a fun , recreational class focused on teaching your child sportsmanship , listening skills and teamwork .
Instructor : Nick Pruden • Ages : 3 - 5 January 14-March 4
Tuesdays , 1:00 - 1:30 PM CODE 20089
$ 150 member l $ 180 nonmember $ 130 JCC Preschooler
CORE Tumble Bugs
In this class , children will be introduced to the joy of body movement and awareness through gymnastics , fitness exercises and educational motor development games . Children will develop flexibility , strength , coordination and balance . CORE Kids Academy ’ s mission is to instill and develop confidence by enhancing each child ’ s own capabilities through personal coaching in a group setting .
Instructor : CORE Kids Academy • Ages : 3 - 5 January 15-March 5
Wednesdays , 1:00 - 1:30 PM CODE 20090
$ 210 member | $ 250 nonmember $ 190 JCC Preschool
Gym Olympics
The gym is at the heart of this class , where children will play a variety of different sports and games each week to improve team skills , body control , balance and hand / eye coordination . Perfect for children who enjoy being active .
Instructor : Nick Pruden • Ages : 3 - 5 January 16-March 6
Thursdays , 1:00 - 1:30 PM CODE 20091
$ 150 member l $ 180 nonmember $ 130 JCC Preschooler
Jr . Ballers with Coach Nick
Calling all ballers ! Need to tighten up those skills for the season , or just want to learn the game ? Join Coach Nick as he teaches and practices all of your basketball skills ! From dribbling , to passing , to shooting , and even defense , this class has what you need ! We would be remiss for not mentioning the amount of fun it is going to be . We ’ ll see you on the court !
Instructor : Nick Pruden • Ages : 5 - 10 January 13-March 3
Mondays , 4:00 - 4:45 PM CODE 20092
$ 140 member l $ 170 nonmember $ 120 Kids ’ Place
Coordination Plus : An Intro to Sports
Coordination can easily be one of the most important skills in playing any sport . In this fun introductory class students will enhance their coordination and other skills through fun drills and games . Hand-eye coordination , footwork , and reaction time are just a few that will be focused on in this class .
Instructor : Nick Pruden • Ages : 5 - 10 January 15-March 5
Wednesdays , 4:00-4:45PM CODE 20093
Jr . NBA
Jr . NBA is a program where children from preschool through 5th grade can focus on the fundamentals of basketball . From dribbling , passing , shooting , layups , rebounding and defense . The program instills teamwork , sports-person-ship , skill development , and most importantly FUN ! The start of the season will begin with a skills evaluation so that coaches can get to know the athletes and form as balanced teams as possible . Practices and games throughout the season will be facilitated by Nick Pruden ’ s leadership with the support of Pro Skills ’ coaches .
Instructor : Nick Pruden • Grades : Preschool - 5
Sundays , January 12 - March 2 Season : Games and practices will run January 12 to March 2
Skills Evaluation ( held at Weinstein JCC ): Sunday , January 5 Grades K-1 – 12:15 PM Grades 2-3 – 1:15 PM Grades 4-5 – 2:15 PM Preschool does not participate in skills evaluation
Preschool : Ages 3-5 12:15-1:00 PM CODE 20094
Grades : 2-3 2:30-3:30 PM CODE 20096
Grades : K-1 1:15-2:15 PM CODE 20095
Grades : 4-5 3:45-4:45 PM CODE 20097
$ 160 member | $ 190 nonmember $ 140 JCC Preschooler or Kids ’ Place
Nick Pruden has returned as the JCC ’ s Sports and Recreation Coordinator , after nearly 4 years as the Sports Director at the Valley of the Sun JCC in Scottsdale , AZ . Over 14 years at our JCC , he became a fixture of the sports and recreation department . He is also the former Maccabi Games Team Richmond delegation head .
Contact Myles Phelps , Aquatics , Sports & Recreation Director , at 804-545-8630 or mphelps @ wesinteinjcc . org for more information .
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$ 140 member | $ 170 nonmember $ 120 JCC Preschooler