Fitness & Wellness Special Events
The Katz JCC hosts many fitness and wellness special events throughout the year that are open to the community. All these events are a great way to get your family and friends involved in a healthy activity!
Soul Body Barre
Come experience SoulBody Barre! A one-hour, mindfully intense class with a seamless flow and more athletic approach! With both isometric and dynamic movements that work deep into the muscles, you will get longer, leaner legs, a lifted seat, sculpted arms and improved flexibility and balance! Discover the power of BARRE and feel inspired and empowered to transform your body to its fullest potential This FREE Master class will help you shape • tone • strengthen. To pre-register for this event, call (856) 424-4444, x1150.
Date: Sunday, October 1, 10:30am
TRE (Tension/Trauma Release Exercise) Workshop
This revolutionary body-based technique shakes off deep muscular patterns of stress, chronic tension and trauma to calm your nervous system and build resiliency.
Dates: Sunday, October 8 & Wednesday, October 18 / 10:30-12pm & 12-1:30pm /Cost: $20/JCC Members • $25/Guests, Day of: $25/JCC Members • $30/Guests / Register Online for 10.8 / Register Online for 10.18
Living Beyond Breast Cancer
Join us for an inspirational yoga class taught by master instructor Erica Taxin Bleznak of Main Line Yoga Shala. Be prepared to move your body and be moved by stories, strength and courage. Light refreshments, giveaways, shop in our Wellness Marketplace and more!
Date: Sunday, October 26, 5:30-8:30pm / Cost: In advance, $20/JCC Members • $25/Guests, Day of: $30/JCC Members • $35/Guests / Register Online
5K Run
Our annual 5K, which takes place in the fall, is a fun morning for the entire family on the USATF certified course through picturesque Cherry Hill. The JCC chip-times the participants and give out a dri-fit 5K shirt. Prizes are then awarded to top finishers. Learn more and register for this year’s event on Sunday, October 29!
Kids Triathlon
Our annual Kids Triathlon is open to kids in the community ages 7-12. Our kid-friendly course allows participants to be a part of a heart-healthy activity and gain a sense of accomplishment as they swim, bike and run to the finish line.
Eric & Andy Sussman 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
This event is held in the spring each year, in memory of local brothers who lost their individual battles to cancer. Tournaments are held for adults, teens and children. Proceeds from the event benefit Coaches vs. Cancer and the JCC’s youth basketball programs.
Indoor Wiffleball Tournament
Round up a team and play ball in our wiffleball tournament. Teams are comprised of 3-4 players.
Kickball Tournament
Be a part of a fun and friendly kickball tournament at the J! There will be 3 to 4 players per team with a 6 team limit.
Cycle for Good
JCC’s across North America will cycle all at the same time, riding for a good cause. Riders can reserve a bike per hour session and are encouraged to ask family and friends to sponsor the ride. Proceeds raised benefit the Katz JCC’s financial assistance fund.
Indoor Soccer Tournament
Dribble, shoot, score with friends in our indoor soccer tournament. Teams are comprised of 5-7 players.
Healthy Heart Month
The Katz JCC recognizes February as its annual Healthy Heart Month through a month-long series of programs such as: fitness with flavor (PDF), fitness “thons” (PDF), special yoga classes (PDF), recovery training (PDF), health screenings and much more. Healthy Heart Month is held in conjunction with Cooper University Health Care.
Questions? Contact Gene Bonetti, Fitness Director, at gbonetti@jfedsnj.org or call (856) 424-4444 x1141.
