Classes & Lessons (Youth)

SPORTS | ARTS | EDUCATIONAL | FUN & GAMES

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SPORTS & FITNESS

JHoops Basketball Skills Clinics

• Thanksgiving Break: Monday, December 1
• Winter Break: Monday, December 22
• MLK Day: Monday, January 19
• Presidents’ Day: Monday, February 16
• 9-11am (Grades 1-3) | 12-2pm (Grades 4-6)
• Non-Members: $25 | JCC Members: $20

Take advantage of the day-off of school for a fun-filled clinic led by legendary coach Doug Snyder! Contact: Danielle Brown ([email protected]) | REGISTER

Mighty Kicks Soccer

• Mondays | 1/12 - 2/16 (6 weeks)
• 4:30-5:10pm (5-7 Years)
• Price: $95

The Mighty Kicks creative curriculum, coaches and high energy classes provide your child with experiences that apply both on and off the soccer field. For more info or to register, visit lvjcc.org/MightyKicks.

ARTS 

Stagemakers Musical Theater Workshop: K-Pop Demon Hunters [FULL - Waitlist Started]

• Wednesdays | 6-7pm | 1/7 - 1/28 (4 weeks)
• Grades: K-5
• Price $80 | JCC Members: $65

This workshop is a great way to experience musical theater! Whether trying it for the first time or honing their skills, kids will explore acting, singing, and dancing without the commitment to a full Stagemakers production. The 4-class workshop culminates with an in-class showcase all themed for singing and dancing to their favorites from Netflix’s K-Pop Demon Hunters. Contact: Heather Lavin ([email protected]) | REGISTER

Private Music & Voice Lessons

• By Appointment | Ages: 5+
• Voice Lesson Price: $55 | JCC Members: $45
• All Other Lessons: $60 | JCC Members: $50

Choose from guitar, bass, drums, piano, voice, and songwriting. Contact Alaina Schaeffer at 610-435-3571 or [email protected] for availability and to schedule.

NEW: Suzuki Violin Lessons

• By Appointment | Ages: 4+
• Price per lesson: $55 | JCC Members: $45

The Suzuki Method is a worldwide approach to music education developed by violinist and music educator, Dr. Shinichi Suzuki that emphasizes learning by ear before reading music, allowing children to develop strong listening skills and natural technique from the beginning. Parents are active partners in the process. Contact Alaina Schaeffer at 610-435-3571 or [email protected] for availability and to schedule.

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EDUCATIONAL, FUN & GAMES

NEW: Supa Buddies Book Club

• Tuesdays | 6-7pm | 1/13 - 3/3 (8 weeks)
• Ages: 7+
• Non-Members: $145 | JCC Members: $120

Young readers are invited to join us for a fun, interactive book club inspired by Dav Pilkey’s Dog Man and Cat Kid Comic Club series. Led by Miss Alaina, each session includes lively discussions, activities, and opportunities for kids to create their own comic-style stories. It’s the perfect blend of reading, creativity, and laughter that will keep kids excited about books. Contact: Jen Appell ([email protected]) | REGISTER

NEW: JChefs: Cozy Classics

• Wednesdays | 6-7:30pm | 1/14 - 2/4 (4 weeks)
• Grades: K-5
• Non-Members: $100 | JCC Members: $85

Young chefs will join Mr. D to learn how to whip up classics like yummy corn bread, crispy golden latkes, and other heartwarming dishes that celebrate flavor, tradition, and togetherness. Perfect for kids who love to cook, taste, and explore culture through food. Contact: Jen Appell ([email protected]) | REGISTER

NEW: JChefs: Cupcake Decorating

• Wednesdays | 5:30-7pm | 2/11 - 3/4 (4 weeks)
• Grades: K-5
• Non-Members: $100 | JCC Members: $85

Kids will explore the art of cupcake decorating in this hands-on, creative class led by Miss Rylee. Each week, participants will learn new decorating techniques such as piping, experimenting with colors and designs, and practicing their skills in a fun and supportive environment. The final session brings everything together for a friendly showcase where kids can customize their cupcakes and celebrate their creations. Contact: Jen Appell ([email protected]) | REGISTER

NEW: Swiftie Bracelets and Beats

• Thursdays | 5-6pm | 1/15 - 3/5 (8 weeks)
• Ages: 6+
• Non-Members: $145 | JCC Members: $120

Young fans of Taylor Swift are invited to a fun, creative, and music-filled experience! Each week will be themed around a different Taylor Swift era, giving participants the chance to craft bracelets inspired by that era while testing their knowledge in themed trivia. Led by Miss Jen, this program combines hands-on creativity with interactive games, making it a perfect way for kids to celebrate their favorite songs and eras. Contact: Jen Appell ([email protected]) | REGISTER

AQUATICS

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Course

• Mondays & Tuesdays | 10am - 5pm
• 12/22, 12/23, 12/29 & 12/30
• Ages: 15+
• Non-Members/Participants: $350 | JCC Members: $300

This course teaches the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies at a swimming pool facility. Participants must pass the prerequisite swim test and the final exams. All course materials will be provided. | REGISTER

Want to work as a lifeguard? Participants who successfully complete the course will get a chance to interview with the JCC Aquatics Department.

NEW: Dive-In Movie Night at the Pool

• Saturday, December 20 | 6-9pm
• Ages: 7+
• Price: $45 | JCC Members: $35 

Parents, drop the kids off for a magical evening at the pool! We’ll kick things off by making dragon wings for our floats—so we can all transform into dragons and “fly” around the pool together while we enjoy the brand-new How to Train Your Dragon live-action movie on the big screen. We'll also have dragon-themed crafts and snacks to round out the evening. | REGISTER

NEW: Focused Lessons

• Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 2-4pm
• 12/22 - 12/31 | Ages: 4+
• Price: $200 | JCC Members: $165

Stay focused with this once a year opportunity to get 6 lessons in 2 weeks. This is the perfect place to boost your skills to the next level. | REGISTER

NEW: Starts & Turns Clinic

• Mondays | 4-5pm
• 12/22 & 12/29 (2 weeks) | Ages: 4+
• Price: $40 | JCC Members: $30

Joanne Koury, Aquatic Specialist, will share expert techniques to sharpen your starts and turns helping you gain speed, efficiency, and confidence in the water. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your swimming to the next level and improve your race times. | REGISTER

JSeals Swim Team

• Season runs November 24 - March 2026
• Ages: 6+
• In-House & Travel Options
• Practices held Mondays & Thursdays: 4:30pm (Jr.) | 5:30pm (Sr.)
• Travel Team Price: $510 | JCC Members: $410
• In-House Team Price: $460 | JCC Members: $360

Both programs include weekly practices , a holiday get-together, and an end-of-season pizza bash. Travel Team also includes dedicated Wednesday practices, as well as three dual swim meets, Friendship Invitational, and a championship meet. | REGISTER

Meet Our Instructors

Annelies Dougherty
Suzuki Violin

Annelies is a passionate violinist and Suzuki educator with a degree in Music Education and Music Therapy from Duquesne University. She has trained extensively in the Suzuki Method, studying Books 1, 2, and 3 with renowned teacher trainers Linda Fiore and Kristen Marshall. Annelies currently teaches elementary general music in the Parkland School District and serves as Administrative Director of the Ogontz Suzuki Institute. Her teaching is rooted in the Suzuki philosophy that every child can learn, combining artistry, patience, and joy to help students grow as both musicians and individuals.

Chris Carchedi
Guitar, Piano, Bass, Drums & Songwriting

Chris has over 17 years of experience playing and performing guitar, drums, bass and piano. He has been a songwriter for 12 years, and has been teaching all of these skills for seven. Chris graduated from Penn State University in 2018 with a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and Management and is the guitarist/vocalist and main songwriter in the band Airspace. He loves teaching and is always excited to work with students who enjoy music and learning as much as he does.

Jenn Patchen
Voice

Jenn is a Mezzo-Soprano who holds a bachelor’s degree in music with a concentration in Vocal Performance from Moravian University, and an associate’s degree in theatre from Northampton Community College. Her favorite role that she had ever played was “Madame De la Grande Bouche” in her High School production of Beauty and the Beast. In addition to various musical theater productions, she has also performed in multiple cabarets. As a teacher, Jenn wants to help the younger generation express themselves through their voice and music.

Financial assistance may be available, please contact Tracy Sussman, Director of Membership & Marketing at [email protected] for more information.