Children & Youth Programming

A passport to your own adventure!

Our vibrant  youth programs, for ages five to twelve, offer thrilling adventures that stimulate the mind with JLab STEM classes, energize the body with JPlay sports and game activities, and engage additional family friendly activities.

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JPlay

JPlay Calendar 

Discover the joy of sports, fitness, and more with JPlay’s after-school enrichment classes! Whether you’re passionate about a specific sport, eager to try something new, or just want to get active, we have something just for you.


Gaga

Kids dive into a fast-paced, high-energy sport that’s a mix of dodgeball and tag.

6-8 Years Old: Register Here

9-12 Years Old: Register Here


JHoops 

Kids learn the fundamentals of basketball, improve their skills, and develop teamwork in a fun environment.

6-8 Years Old: Register Here 

9-12 Years Old: Register Here


Kickers

In this dynamic environment, kids learn soccer fundamentals, enhance their skills, and build teamwork.

6-8 Years Old: Register Here 

9-12 Years Old: Register Here 

JLab Classes

JLabs Calendar 

Lego League
In this class, we will challenge your engineering skills by giving students a long-term task to create over multiple days and weeks. We will start with a basic concept and build a story and Lego city around it. It will include moving parts and lots of imagination! We will have a showcase to show off all we have accomplished.

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Logic Games
In this class, we will receive daily challenges with a new logic/strategic style game to add to our overall goal of creating the Ultimate Squid Games Finale. This will be showcased to include our friends and families’ participation. Students will participate in logic-style games and puzzles to win small prizes!

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What’s my line again?
In this class, students will be given a concept and will then create a short play by making all the content, and costumes and by building the set. The students will strengthen their communication and team-building skills while letting their creativity soar! We will then present our play to our friends and families for them to enjoy!

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Task Master – JCC
In this class, students will be given a seemingly impossible task to solve. This will allow them to problem-solve situations like they have never done before! They will team up and create tasks for one another, which will encourage teamwork and negotiation skills which are beneficial in everyday life. We will showcase several of the tasks created throughout the year so parents and families can participate

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Just4Kids

Just4Kids Calendar

An enriching after-school program awaits! Kids can be bused from school if needed. They will enjoy a snack, choose from our list of electives, receive homework assistance, or engage in other exciting activities of the day. After all the fun, parents can pick up their child

Additional Children & Youth Family Programming

Esports @ J

Thursday September 26th 6:30 – 8

For ages 9-12

Join Community Inclusion at the Katz JCC on September 26th as we dive into the world of E-Sports. We are bringing our friends from GameTruck NJ to allow us to jump into the gaming space. We hope to see you there! Snacks and interactive programs will be included. Open to the Community with supports for neurodivergent participants.

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Family Martial Arts Program

Sunday September 29th from 2-3pm.

for ages 5-12

Join Community Inclusion with your family for a day full of fun! We will be jumping into our first family martial arts class! No experience or equipment is necessary. Come learn how to punch, kick, and move your body in the most fun way there is, Karate! This program is open to all community members. The program was designed for the variable support needs of neurodivergent individuals and their families.

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On Sunday, September 8th, the gymnasium will be closed for Community Day from 7am-3:30pm. Our Indoor Pool will be closed for annual maintenance from August 19th to September 10th. Please enjoy our Outdoor Pool during this time. Hours: M-F: 6am-7:45pm. S-S: 7am-6:45pm.