Children & Youth

Welcome to the JCC of Greater New Haven’s Children & Youth programs—where curiosity, creativity, and confidence grow! Our engaging, age-appropriate offerings are designed to support your child’s development through movement, learning, friendship, and fun. From youth sports to arts, enrichment, and leadership programs, we provide a safe and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. Whether your family is here after school, on weekends, or during the summer, we’re proud to be a second home for learning and play. Come discover all the ways your child can grow with us!

 

For more information, please contact Sarah at sarahs@jccnh.org. For registration questions, contact Jaime Rodriguez at (203) 387-2424 x250 or jaimer@jccnh.org.

Class Age  Day Times  Date(s) Member Community
             
Preschool            
Little Tumble & Move  2.8-6 Mon  1:15-2 pm 1/5-3/16 $200 $250
Curiosity Crew / STEM  2.8-6 Mon 2:15-3 pm 1/5-3/16 $200 $250
Mini Track and Field  2.8-6 Tues 1:15-2 pm 1/6-3/17 $220 $270
Mini Track and Field  2.8-6 Tues 2:15-3 pm 1/6-3/17 $220 $270
Fun and Fit  2.8-6 Wed 1:15-2 pm 1/7-3/18 $220 $270
Number Ninjas  2.8-6 Wed 2:15-3 pm 1/7-3/18 $220 $270
JCC Rookies  2.8-6 Thurs 1:15-2 pm  1/8-3/19 $220 $270
Hebrew Hooray!  2.8-6 Thurs 2:15-3 pm 1/8-3/19 $220 $270
Yoga, Meditation, and Affirmation Station 2.8-6 Fri 1:15-2 pm  1/9-3/20 $220 $270
 Kids in the Kitchen  2.8-6 Fri 2:15-3 pm  1/9-3/20 $250 $300
             
School Age            
Curiosity Crew / STEM  5-12 Mon 4:30-5:15 pm 1/5-3/16 $200 $250
Yoga, Meditation, and Affirmation Station 5-12 Tues 4:30-5:15 pm 1/6-3/17 $220 $250
JCC Rising Stars 5-12 Wed 4:30-5:15 pm 1/7-3/18 $220 $250
 Kids in the Kitchen   5-12 Thurs 4:30-5:15 pm 1/8-3/19 $250 $300
Mini Track and Field  5-12 Fri 4:30-5:15 pm 1/9-3/20 $220 $270
             
Baby and Me            
Musical Monday 6 mos.-2  Mon  10-11 1/5-3/16 $100 $130
Sensory Tuesday 6 mos.-2  Tues 10-11 1/6-3/17 $110 $140
Language Wednesday 6 mos.-2  Wed 10-11 1/7-3/18 $110 $140
Artsy Thursday 6 mos.-2  Thurs 10-11 1/8-3/19 $110 $140

Descriptions:

 

 

Preschool Little Tumble & Move: This is a joyful movement enrichment class in which preschoolers will explore the magic of movement through tumbling, stretching, dancing, and playful coordination activities.  Each session promotes physical confidence, balance, and gross motor development in a fun and nurturing enviornment.

 

Preschool Curiosity Crew: In Curiosity Crew, preschoolers will dig into the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on, sensory-rich activities that spark curiosity and creativity! Each class is an exciting adventure where little learners mix, build, pour, squish, and explore the world around them—one messy experiment at a time.

 

Preschool Mini Track and Field: In Mini Track and Field, preschoolers will experience the excitement of track and field events in a fun, supportive environment! Each week, children will be introduced to a  track and field event, from sprints and long runs to relay races, long jumps, and even discus and javelin throws. Kids will also explore the thrill of hurdles and shot put, with each lesson designed to help them develop coordination, strength, and confidence.

 

Preschool Fun and Fit: In Fun and Fit, preschoolers will jump, stretch, run, and play their way to a healthy, active lifestyle – led by a certified trainer! This high-energy class combines movement, games, and activities designed to boost strength, coordination, and confidence—all while having tons of fun.

 

Preschool Number Ninjas: In Number Ninjas, preschoolers will counter their way through math fun!  Little learners will explore counting, patterns, simple problem solving, and much more through hands on activities.  Each class buildes number confidence, sharpens focus, and encourages team work!  This class is perfect for curious little learners so gravitate towards early math concepts!

 

Preschool JCC Rookies: In JCC Rookies, preschoolers will discover the exciting world of sports through a weekly rotation of different activities—perfect for kids who love to move, play, and try  things! Each week, we’ll introduce a  sport, from soccer and basketball to T-ball and relay races, helping kids develop important skills like teamwork, coordination, balance, and basic sportsmanship.

 

Preschool Hebrew Hooray!: In Hebrew Hooray, preschoolers will discover the magic of the Hebrew language through a fun and creative learning experience.  This playful language enrichment class introduces preschoolers to basic hebrew words and phrases through music, movement, storytelling, and hands-on fun.  Children will explore everyday vocabulary, colors, numbers, greetings, and so much more! 

 

Preschool Yoga, Meditation, & Affirmation Station: In Yoga, Meditation, and Affirmation Station, preschoolers will embark on a peaceful journey of self-discovery through yoga, positive affirmations, and mindful meditation. Each class begins with the fun practice of learning and reciting five  affirmations to help build self-confidence and a positive mindset.

 

Preschool Kids in the Kitchen: In Kids in the Kitchen, little chefs will explore the joy of cooking while developing important skills like measuring, mixing, and following instructions—all in a safe and fun environment! Each week, kids will roll up their sleeves, get their hands a little messy, and create yummy, no-bake treats—from savory snacks to sweet fruit creations.

 

School Age Curiosity Crew/STEM: In Curiosity Crew, school age students will dig into the wonders of science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on, sensory-rich activities that spark curiosity and creativity! Each class is an exciting adventure where little learners mix, build, pour, squish, and explore the world around them—one messy experiment at a time.

 

School Age Yoga, Meditation, & Affirmation Station: In Yoga, Meditation, and Affirmation Station, school aged children  will embark on a peaceful journey of self-discovery through yoga, positive affirmations, and mindful meditation. Each class begins with the fun practice of learning and reciting five  affirmations to help build self-confidence and a positive mindset.

 

School Age JCC Rising Stars: In JCC Rising stars, school age children move out of their rookie year and will discover the exciting world of sports through a weekly rotation of different activities—perfect for kids who love to move, play, and try new things! Each week, we’ll introduce a new sport, from soccer and basketball to T-ball and relay races, helping kids develop important skills like teamwork, coordination, balance, and basic sportsmanship.

 

School Age  Kids in the Kitchen: In Kids in the Kitchen, school age chefs will explore the joy of cooking while developing important skills like measuring, mixing, and following instructions—all in a safe and fun environment! Each week, kids will roll up their sleeves, get their hands a little messy, and create yummy, no-bake treats—from savory snacks to sweet fruit creations.

 

School Age Mini Track and Field: In Mini Track and Field, school age runners will experience the excitement of track and field events in a fun, supportive environment! Each week, children will be introduced to a new track and field event, from sprints and long runs to relay races, long jumps, and even discus and javelin throws. Kids will also explore the thrill of hurdles and shot put, with each lesson designed to help them develop coordination, strength, and confidence! 

 

Baby and Me Musical Monday: Musical Monday is a lively, interactive class where little ones and their grownups can explore the magic of music together. Through songs, simple instruments, movement, and playful movement activities, we’ll help babies and toddlers build early listening, language, and motor skills.

 

Baby and Me Sensory Tuesday: This playful, hands-on class is specially designed for our littlest learners and their caregivers to engage all five senses through exciting, age-appropriate activities.

 

Baby and Me Language Wednesday: Discover the magic of early communication in this joyful class designed for infants and their caregivers! Together we’ll explore language through gentle songs, engaging stories, and baby-friendly American Sign Language (ASL). Each session blends music, movement, and storytelling to help babies make connections between words, signs, and meaning—all while strengthening the special bond between parent and child.

 

Baby and Me Artsy THURSDAY: Artsy Thursday invites our littlest artists and their caregivers to dive into a world of color, texture, and imagination. Each week, babies and toddlers will explore a variety of sensory-friendly art activities designed just for their developmental stage — think finger painting, squishy collages, and playful mark-making!

Vacation Camp

Join us for an incredible time! Whether it’s for a day or the entire week, we have a range of activities including arts and crafts, swimming, and much more! Our fantastic program is open to grades K-6. Be sure to bring all the essentials, including sneakers, a bathing suit, a towel, goggles, lunch, snacks, and a water bottle. 

 

Dates: December 29, 30  |  January 19  |  February 16, 17  |  March 20  |  April 3, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17

 

For questions contact Kelly at Kellyd@jccnh.org.  To register log in on jccnh.clubautomation.com

Birthday Parties at the JCC

The JCC birthday party staff is here to help with all your child’s birthday party planning needs.  Let the JCC provide a fun, safe and engaging birthday for your child and their friends.

 

JCC birthdays start at $300 for members and $350 for non-members. This includes one hour of an activity of your choice and a half hour in the party room for whatever food and drink is brought in. You can invite up to 20 guests, you will receive light décor and party hosts. The party hosts will take care of running the party for you.

PJ Library

PJ Library is a national Jewish family engagement program that mails free, high-quality Jewish children’s literature and music to families on a monthly basis.

 

Greater New Haven’s PJ Library program is open to any Jewish children from ages 6 months to 8 years old. PJ Library and the JCC Family Center also offer family programs & events including author readings, story times, holiday celebrations, and Shabbat Friends - a weekly cooking series for children and their caretakers.

 

Kids and parents can expect to receive their books within six to eight weeks. Sign up online or contact Elisabeth Warren, Director of Jewish Family Engagement, at ewarren@jewishnewhaven.org.

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