Enrichment Classes for Grades K – 5

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Vacation Day Programs

A world of fun, enriching programs and activities for children and families. For more information, contact Virginia Clark
at 203.487.0973, or vclark@stamfordjcc.org.

Uncommon Art with Adriana Rostovsky
Adriana Rostovsky has exhibited her art internationally and is joining us at the JCC to share her passion for creativity, sustainability, and imagination with children from grades K to 6. Children will use out-of-the-ordinary, often repurposed materials, to express themselves through unique projects.

Mondays, 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Apr. 22 – Jun. 17 (No class May 27)
Member $184 / Community $200
(8 sessions)

Chess
Grades K – 5
Learn to play chess using strategies and maneuvers from a real champion, then take what you’ve learned and try to beat your opponents! Instructor: Alex Eydelman.

Mondays, 5 – 6 p.m.
Apr. 22 – Jun. 17 (No class May 27)
Member $152 / Community $184
(8 sessions)

Theatre Stars
An introduction to theatre where students learn how to create characters, establish setting, and build a scene through improvisation and storytelling. Students will learn to tell a story through tableaux, pantomime and dialogue. Students will know the basics of theatre like stage directions, blocking dramatic structure and collaboration. Children will utilize props and costumes to create original scenes and stories, while exploring their own imaginations. 

Grades K – 2
Wednesdays, 4:30 - 5:25 p.m.
Apr. 24 - Jun. 19 (No class May 15)
Member $152 / Community $184
(8 sessions)

Grades 3 – 5
Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:25 p.m.
Apr. 24 - Jun. 19 (No class May 15)
Member $152 / Community $184
(8 sessions)

Gymnastics
Grades 3 – 5
This class allows students to further their gymnastic abilities by learning to execute more difficult skills. Increase flexibility, balance, strength, listening skills and body awareness while learning more challenging skills.

Wednesdays, 4:30 - 5:25 p.m.
Apr. 24 - Jun. 19 (No class May 15)
Member $152 / Community $184
(8 sessions)

Guitar with Shane
Ages 8 – 11

Take private guitar lessons and learn to play your favorite songs. Shane O’Reilly teaches practical guitar skills and provides guitars to learn with. Contact Virginia Clark for details: 203.487.0973 or vclark@stamfordjcc.org
$75 per hour

Dance Classes

Jazz/Hip Hop Combo
Although predominately hip hop, this class combines the structured techniques of jazz with the free-form elements of hip hop, providing students with a solid foundation of dance terminology and movement. This is a high-energy class that will focus on isolation, intricate footwork, directional movement, jumps, leaps, the basics of turning, and more challenging choreography.

Grades K - 2
Thursdays, 4:30 - 5:25 p.m.
Apr. 25 - Jun. 20 (No class May 16)
Member $152 / Community $184
(8 sessions)

Youth Sports Classes Grades K – 5

BVSA Baseball
Grades K – 2
Let the staff from BVSA help you improve your hitting, throwing, fielding and base running to become an all-star player!

Mondays, 4:15 – 5 p.m.
Apr. 22 – Jun. 17 (No class May 27)
Member $152 / Community $184
(8 sessions)

Football with BVSA
Grades 3 – 6
This Bobby Valentine’s Sports Academy clinic will cover everything from speed and agility workouts to the basic fundamentals of football. Come train with former professional football player Mike Abate

Mondays, 4:15 – 5 p.m.
Apr. 22 – Jun. 17 (No class May 27)
Member $152 / Community $184
(8 sessions)

Tennis with Shane O’Reilly
Grades K – 5
Having fun is the most important part, but emphasis on proper technique will not be compromised. Only an 8 student max per class, so sign up quickly! This class does not meet twice a week. 

Grades K – 2
Mondays, 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.
Apr. 22 – Jun. 17 (No class May 27)
Member $240 / Community $264
(8 sessions)

Grades 3 – 5
Mondays, 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
Apr. 22 – Jun. 17 (No class May 27)
Member $240 / Community $264
(8 sessions)

Grades K – 2 
Thursdays, 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.
Apr. 25 – Jun. 20 (No class May 16)
Member $240 / Community $264
(8 sessions)

Grades 3 – 5 
Thursdays, 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
Apr. 25 – Jun. 20 (No class May 16)
Member $240 / Community $264
(8 sessions)

Basketball Skills & Drills with Coach Mo
Grades 4 – 5
There is no off-season! Improve your basketball skills and fundamentals through various drills, with emphasis on proper technique and repetition.  

Tuesdays, 4:15 – 5 p.m.
Apr. 23 – Jun. 18
Member $171 / Community $207
(9 sessions)

Tang Soo Do Karate
Learn discipline, strength and skill with martial arts. Instructors Al Martinez and Barry Schechtman.

Grades K – 4
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Apr. 23 – Jun. 20 (No class May 16)
Member $272 / Community $357
(17 sessions)

Grades 4 – 8
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:45 – 6:45 p.m.
Apr. 23 – Jun. 20 (No class May 16)
Member $272 / Community $357
(17 sessions)

Soccer with Blue Wave Kickers
Grades K – 3
Let Coach Jonathan Bradley and his BWK staff engage your child in physical activity while learning the fundamentals of soccer. Children will enhance soccer skills through games that help build confidence, teamwork, and self-esteem.

Wednesdays, 4:15 – 5 p.m.
Apr. 24 – Jun. 19 (No class May 15)
Member $152/ Community $184
(8 sessions)

Total Golf Adventures
Grades K – 5
TGA National Golf Enrichment Program provides students the opportunity to learn the game of golf in a fun, safe and nurturing environment while instilling life values and educational concepts.  TGA provides all necessary equipment, which is specially designed for the safety of each student.

Thursdays, 4:15 – 5 p.m.
Apr. 25 – Jun. 20 (No class May 16)
Member $200 / Community $224
(8 sessions)

Multisport Kids Training Clinic
Grades 2 – 5
Focus will rotate between swimming, cycling, and running. This program leads up to our 4th Annual JCC Kids Triathlon, to be held on June 16.

Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Apr. 25 – Jun. 13 (No class May 16)
Member $140 / Community $175
(7 sessions)

Youth Swim Instruction

Private lessons, alone or coupled with our group classes, are a great way to accelerate learning. These lessons offer a comfortable setting, so those new to the water can excel. Through an initial skills test, we can assess your ability and plan lessons around your specific needs to help you achieve your personal best. Lessons are 30 minutes and are sold in packages of 5 lessons. And we now offer 10-lesson packages as well. All prices are per person. For more information, contact Andy Wade at 203.487.0990.

Private Lessons (1 person)
5 lessons
Member $200 / Community $240
NEW! 10 lessons
Member $370 / Community $450

Semi-Private Lessons (2 people)
5 lessons
Member $150 / Community $180
NEW! 10 lessons
Member $280 / Community $330

Group Private (3 or more people)
5 lessons
Member $135 / Community $155
NEW! 10 lessons
Member $250 / Community $290

Youth Group Swim Instruction 
6 – 9 years
Our youth swim classes are perfect for new swimmers and those looking to continue refining their swimming skills. The semester ends with a free swim competition. See class listings following all class descriptions.

Refund Policy
Due to high demand and limited spots for swim lessons, the JCC refund policy will be enforced strictly.  Refunds, credits or make-up classes for unscheduled absences cannot be accommodated. For absences due to serious illness/injury (doctor’s note required) or absences known at least one week in advance, we will make every effort to schedule make-up classes. Placement in make-up classes is based on the schedule of comparable classes and their availability.

Summer 2013 Session

Registration begins Tuesday, May 28
Classes begin Sunday, June 23

Sunday Classes: June 23 – August 11
Wednesday Classes: June 26 – August 14

Level I – Angelfish (Introduction to Water Skills)
Helps participants feel comfortable in the water. This course is designed for the beginner. Children will learn to put their faces in the water, float, kick and get ready for more advanced skills.

Sundays, 9:30 – 10 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Wednesdays, 4 – 4:30 p.m.
Member $160 / Community $224
(8 Sessions)

Level II – Swordfish (Fundamental Aquatic Skills)
The course is designed to give participants success with fundamental skills, and helps the inexperienced swimmer learn beginning swim skills. Children who have taken a class before can join this one. For those who are just starting, this class is suitable as well.

Sundays, 10 – 10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays, 4:30 – 5 p.m.
Member $160 / Community $224
(8 Sessions)

Level III – Dolphin (Stroke Development)
This course builds on the skills in Level II through additional guided practice. For the intermediate swimmer who has completed Level II. Children must be able to swim a short distance using the crawl and backstroke.

Sundays, 10:30 – 11 a.m.
Wednesdays, 5 – 5:30 p.m.
Member $160 / Community $224
(8 Sessions)

Level IV – Barracuda (Stroke Improvement)
This course is designed to develop confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. For the child who is already swimming freestyle and backstroke. Breaststroke will be introduced.

Sundays, 11 – 11:30 a.m.
Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6 p.m.
Member $160 / Community $224
(8 Sessions)

Intramural Swim Clinic
6 – 16 years
Instructor: Mikhail Iogman
Learn competition-style swimming and become faster and more efficient in your strokes and turns. Testing is required for children new to the program. Prerequisite: must be able to swim one length of the pool using crawl and backstroke.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30 - 5:15 p.m.
June 25 – August 15 (No class July 4)
Member $330 / Community $450 
(15 sessions)

Private Lessons

Guitar with Shane
Ages 8 – 11
Take private guitar lessons with Shane O’Reilly and learn to play your favorite songs while gaining practical guitar skills. Guitars can be provided. Contact Virginia Clark for details at 203.487.0973, or vclark@stamfordjcc.org.
$75 per hour

Private Basketball Lessons
Grades K – 5
For information or to make an appointment, contact Mo Concepcion at 203.487.0971, or mconcepcion@stamfordjcc.org.

A+ Tutoring and Test Preparation

Private Tutoring 1:1
A program specifically designed to give your child a sense of academic confidence and prepare him for the standardized testing that is so prevalent in today’s school environment. All of our tutors are qualified education professionals who, utilizing your child’s academic records, customize a curriculum that builds upon her strengths and addresses her weaknesses. Tutoring is available at the JCC or at your private residence.
Member $75/hr / Community $85/hr

Semi-private Tutoring 1:2
A unique program that utilizes collaboration to achieve academic success. Your child and a friend will work with our qualified education professional on academic and standardized test skills. The curriculum is differentiated to meet the needs of the students. This is a fun and affordable alternative to private tutoring. Students are grouped by grade level and areas of content they wish to master.
Member $45/hr / Community $50/hr

Small Group Tutoring 4 – 6 students
A program that caters to a specific age group and works to strengthen grade-level skills, while enriching and supplementing the basic school curriculum. Students are grouped according to grade level and the areas of content they wish to master. Small group tutoring is available only at the JCC.
Member $25/hr / Community $30/hr

Test Preparation
AP / CMT / CAPT / ISEE / SSAT / PSAT / SAT

For more information, please visit www.aplustutoringandtestprep.com or contact us at 203.569.3284 or office@aplustutoringandtestprep.com.
 

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