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Youth/Teen Programs

Youth, Teen and Families at the JCC

Built for Kids.
Made for Community.

The JCC of Central NJ believes every young person deserves the chance to grow, connect, and belong.

From after-school care and enrichment classes to performing arts, teen leadership and sports, we have something for every child, every stage.

THERE’S SO MUCH TO DO AT THE JCC!

Programs designed for every interest, stage, and life.

Youth Theater

For seasoned performers and newcomers who want to have fun, learn a lot, and work hard. Our youth theater program instills confidence in children and teaches them how to discover their creativity, leadership and teamwork abilities.

YOUTH THEATER

Enrichment Programs

A full menu of enrichments for children ages 2 to 12, providing children with a great opportunity to explore new interests, pursue their current interests and make great use of their time after school! 

ENRICHMENTS

Vacation Days

No school?  We’ve got you covered!Spend the day off from school with JCC friends – new and old! Fun days for preschool and grades K-1, fun days including trips for grades 2-4 and trips for grades 5-8.

VACATION DAYS

Kesher Leaders

Kesher Leaders is a cohort of local American teens who connect with a similar group of Israeli teens from the JCC’s sister city Arad, in a shared one-and-a-half year-long journey – including a trip to Israel!

KESHER LEADERS

BBYO & JCC Teen Programs

BBYO & TEEN PROGRAMS

Kids’ Nights Out

Parents, enjoy the break while your child enjoys these fun Saturday nights for children in grades K-7.

KIDS’ NIGHTS OUT

Teen Fitness

Great opportunities for teens to get in shape, stay in shape and socialize. Build strength, boost confidence, and develop lifelong healthy habits while having fun with friends! 

TEEN FITNESS

Youth Group Swim

The Aquatics program at the JCC is one of the best in the area drawing people from our larger community because of its excellent reputation. Let our staff of certified American Red Cross swim instructors teach your child to swim, improve their strokes and love the water.

YOUTH GROUP SWIM

Basketball & Lacrosse

Youth basketball clinics, basketball leagues and lacrosse clinics are a great way to enjoy sports at the JCC. Children have the opportunity to build and improve their sports skills in a safe and comfortable environment.

SPORTS & LEAGUES

Maccabi Games

The JCC Maccabi Games®, a week-long summer sports competition for Jewish teen athletes, is the single largest annual gathering of Jewish teens outside of Israel and includes participants from all over the U.S., Israel, Canada, and more. Join Team Central Jersey to enjoy this competition with fellow teens.

MACCABI GAMES

Junior & Mini Maccabi

The Mid-Atlantic Mini and Junior Maccabi Games is a one-day tournament for Jewish athletes who are 9-12. The games help prepare the athletes for the JCC Maccabi Games. Mini Maccabi is for ages 9-10 and Junior Maccabi is for ages 11-12.

JUNIOR AND MINI MACCABI

Club Connect

Club Connect creates weekly social and recreational opportunities for middle (Club Connect Junior Varsity) and high school (Club Connect Varsity) students with disabilities to interact with neurotypical peer buddies within their local community!  It’s a place to engage in activities and socialize with new friends in a safe and structured environment!

CLUB CONNECT

Come celebrate at the J!

BIRTHDAY PARTIES AT THE J

We are the perfect “home away from home” venue for your children’s parties.

Lots of great activity choices!  And we do all the work!
Open to the community! 

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Questions?

Get in touch

Contact Jolie Saltiel, Youth, Teen and Family Director, at [email protected] or
908-889-8800 x264.

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