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!
Class Age Day Times Date(s) Member Community
Preschool
Preschool Little Tumble & Move 2.8-6 Mon 1.15-2 pm 3/30-6/8 $200 $225
Preschool Curiosity Crew/ STEM 2.8-6 Mon 2:15- 3pm 3/30-6/8 $200 $225
Preschool Mini Track and Field 2.8-6 Tues 1:15-2 pm 3/31-6/9 $220 $245
Preschool Mini Track and Field 2.8-6 Tues 2:15-3 pm 3/31-6/9 $220 $245
Preschool Fun and Fit 2.8-6 Wed 1:15-2 pm 4/1-6/10 $200 $225
Preschool Number Ninjas 2.8-6 Wed 2:15-3 pm 4/1-6/10 $200 $225
Preschool JCC Rookies 2.8-6 Thurs 1:15-2 pm 4/9-6/11 $200 $225
Preschool Hebrew Hooray! 2.8-6 Thurs 2:15-3 pm 4/9-6/11 $200 $225
Preschool Yoga, Meditation, and Affirmation Station 2.8-6 Fri 1:15-2 pm 4/3-6/12 $200 $225
Preschool Kids in the Kitchen 2.8-6 Fri 2:15-3 pm 4/3-6/12 $250 $275
School Age
School Age Curiosity Crew/ STEM 5-12 Mon 4:30-5:15 pm 3/30-6/8 $200 $225
School Age Inspiring Artists 5-12 Tues 4:30-5:15 pm 3/31-6/9 $220 $225
School Age Kids in the Kitchen 5-12 Wed 4:30-5:15 pm 4/1-6/10 $225 $250
School Age JCC Rising Stars 5-12 Thurs 4:30-5:15 pm 4/9-6/11 $200 $225
School Age Mini Track and Field 5-12 Fri 4:30-5:15 pm 4/3-6/12 $200 $225
Baby and Me
Baby and Me Musical Monday 6 mos.-2 Mon 10-11 am 3/30-6/8 $100 $125
Baby and Me Sensory Tuesday 6 mos.-2 Tues 10-11 am 3/31-6/9 $110 $135
Baby and Me Language Wednesday 6 mos.-2 Wed 10-11 am 4/1-610 $100 $125
Baby and Me Artsy Thursday 6 mos.-2 Thurs 10-11 am 4/9-6/11 $100 $250
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.
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.