After School Classes

The JCCNS J Adventure program is our award-winning after-school program for children in Grades K-6. After-school classes are available for children in J Adventure childcare and are also open to the community. Class Descriptions are below. For questions and to register for classes, email Heather Gravelese, Youth and Family Director, at hgravelese@jccns.com

Fall 2025 Classes

Session dates: September 2nd-December 27th

To register, please contact Heather Gravelese, Youth and Family Director and Camp Simchah Director at hgravelese@jccns.com

Please click on the Days below for dates and class descriptions.

*Please note: swim lessons will open to the community two weeks after the session begins.

Click below to register for fall Kids in Motion classes.

MONDAY AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES

14 Weeks **NO CLASSES (9/22, 10/13, 11/10, 12/29, )
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*Swim lessons listed here are for J Adventure participants only. For community swim lessons please click here.

3:15pm-4:00pm – Basketball

Start with the basics—stance, balance, and triple threat—then take your game to the next level with dribbling, passing, defense, shooting, rebounding, and more. Fast-paced, fun, and skill-packed—perfect for players ready to learn and grow!

3:15pm-4:15pm – Dance Combo (Ages 5-7)

This is a ballet, jazz, and tap combination class that will give the students a foundation and exposure to all three types of dance. The combo class helps keep the children excited, interested, and focused.

Required attire: Leotard, tights, pink ballet slippers, black tap shoes, and tan jazz shoes

Please visit www.kidsinmotiondancestudio.com to register.

3:15pm-4:00pm -Book Club

Join our After-School Book Club, where kids can discover exciting stories, share their thoughts, and engage in fun activities inspired by what they read! Each week, we will enjoy read-aloud and discussions that bring books to life. This club is a fantastic way to build a love for reading, develop literacy skills, and make new friends in a fun and welcoming environment. We cannot wait to start this reading adventure together!

3:30pm-4:00pm – Swim: Level 3*

*J ADVENTURE PARTICIPANTS ONLY*

Swimmers work to improve front crawl and back crawl stroke techniques. Participants will be introduced to kneeling dives and standing dives, breaststroke, and dolphin kick.
Minimum Requirements: Ability to swim 10-yards with face in the water and streamline on back for 5-10 yards. **Class will open to non-J Adventure participants after 2 weeks.**

3:30pm-4:00pm – Swim: Level 1-2 Combo*

*J ADVENTURE PARTICIPANTS ONLY*
Beginner swimmers learn basic swimming skills in this fun-focused class. We’ll practice blowing bubbles, floating, and kicking all while introducing independent swimming. They will learn beginner rotary breathing with front crawl and beginner back crawl. Participants will be introduced to proper break stroke arm motions. **Class will open to non-J Adventure participants after 2 weeks.**

4:00pm-4:30pm – Swim: Level 3*

4:00pm-4:45pm– Crafting with a Brush

Crafting with a Brush will help our young artist become young Bob Rosses. We will spend the time painting creations on different multimedia. These classes will promote creativity and happy accidents.

TUESDAY AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES

14 Weeks **NO CLASSES (9/23, 11/11, 12/30)
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*Swim lessons listed here are for J Adventure participants only. For community swim lessons please click here.

3:15pm-4:00pm – Beginner Tennis

Serve up some fun! Our JCCNS Tennis Instructors make learning tennis a blast for young beginners with games, skill-building, and specially designed lower nets that make it easy to play and enjoy right from the start!

3:15pm-4:00pm – Hip Hop (Ages 5-6)

This high-energy dance class teaches age-appropriate funk moves set to pop music. This class will develop the dancer’s rhythm and coordination while encouraging freedom of movement. This class is perfect for young dancers of all skill levels who will benefit from the energy, creativity, and self-expression that hip-hop offers.

Required attire: Comfortable clothing (no dresses, skirts, or jeans), white-soled sneakers that are not the dancer’s outside shoes.

Please visit www.kidsinmotiondancestudio.com/ to register.

4:00pm-4:45pm – Hip Hop (Ages 7-9)

Required attire: Comfortable clothing (no dresses, skirts, or jeans), white-soled sneakers that are not the dancer’s outside shoes.

Please visit www.kidsinmotiondancestudio.com/ to register.

4:45pm-5:45pm – Hip Hop (Ages 10+)

Required attire: Comfortable clothing (no dresses, skirts, or jeans), white-soled sneakers that are not the dancer’s outside shoes.

Please visit www.kidsinmotiondancestudio.com/ to register.

3:15pm-4:00pm Theater 101 **Restricted to K-1**

Description coming soon! Led by David, a theater professional with over 10 years of experience bringing stories to life on stage

3:30pm-4:00pm – Swim: Level 3*

4:00pm-4:30pm – Swim: Level 1-2 Combo*

4:00pm-4:45pm – Intermediate Tennis

Our JCCNS Tennis Pro will instruct kids to learn forehand, backhand, volley, and serving in this fun class for the beginner to intermediate player.

4:00pm-4:45pm – Handball

This handball class introduces players to the essential skills of the sport, including passing, catching, dribbling, shooting, and defensive positioning. With a focus on hand- eye coordination, agility, and strategic decision-making, participants will develop their abilities in a structured, game-oriented setting on a dedicated handball court

4:00pm-4:45pm – Wearable Art

This class brings together all craft favorites (tie dye, puff paint, rubber bands and macramé!). Participants learn techniques each week for different wearable crafts. We provide all materials and participants provide creativity!

4:30pm-5:00pm – Swim: Level 3*

WEDNESDAY AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES

12 Weeks **NO CLASSES (9/24 10/1, 11/26, 12/24, 12/31)
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*Swim lessons listed here are for J Adventure participants only. For community swim lessons please click here.

3:15pm-4:00pm – Soccer

In this soccer class, players develop fundamental skills through fun, age-appropriate, and creative skill-building games. They will have the opportunity to practice dribbling, passing, and shooting in a supportive, noncompetitive environment that encourages teamwork and confidence on the field.

3:15pm-4:15pm – Dance Combo (Ages 6-8)

Required attire: Leotard, tights, pink ballet slippers, black tap shoes, and tan jazz shoes.

Please visit www.kidsinmotiondancestudio.com to register.

3:15pm-4:00pm – Theater 102 **Restricted to grades 2-6

Description coming soon! Led by David, a theater professional with over 10 years of experience bringing stories to life on stage

3:30pm-4:00pm – Swim: Level 3*

4:00pm-4:45pm – The Art of Clay

Students will alternate between creating and painting their own clay pieces. Together we will work on forming pinch pots, creating mystical animals, jewelry, and catching all trays. We will start with creating our pieces then the week after we will paint! We will use diverse types of clay during the class. Using each unique type to make a new project.

4:15pm-5:15pm – Dance Combo (Ages 9-10)

Required attire: Leotard, tights, pink ballet slippers, black tap shoes, and tan jazz shoes.

Please visit www.kidsinmotiondancestudio.com to register.

4:00pm-4:30pm – Swim: Level 1-2 Combo*

4:00pm-4:45pm– Yoga

Yoga for kids is a wonderful way to develop a strong and flexible body, and increase balance, body awareness, and coordination. Yoga calms the mind and body, reduces anxiety, promotes self-confidence, and develops discipline and self-control. Kids can build a healthy lifestyle with a routine that includes yoga.

THURSDAY AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES

13 Weeks **NO CLASSES (10/2, 11/27, 12/25)
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*Swim lessons listed here are for J Adventure participants only. For community swim lessons please click here.

3:15pm-4:00pm – Pickleball 101

Learn one of the fastest-growing sports in the country! Kids will be introduced to the basics of pickleball in a fun, supportive environment. Using kid-friendly paddles, lightweight balls, and smaller courts, players will develop coordination, teamwork, and game skills while staying active and having a blast.

3:15pm-4:00pm – Tasty Techniques

This class is a basic cooking class for all ages. The focus is on creating dishes without needing to turn on an oven or stove. This class will help our young chefs create masterpieces that they can be proud of! (This will be an allergen-friendly class, based on participant sign- ups) **NUT-FREE GUARANTEED**

3:30pm-4:00pm – Swim: Level 1-2 Combo*

4:00pm-4:45pm – Floor Hockey

General objectives are to promote sportsmanship and teamwork in a fun and positive setting. Participants will have the opportunity to gain experience the rules and fundamentals of floor hockey including stick handling and shooting.

4:00pm-4:30pm – Swim: Level 3*

4:00pm-4:45pm– Tennis

Kids learn forehand, backhand, volley, and serving in this fun class for the beginner to intermediate player.

4:30pm-5:00pm – Swim: Level 1-2 Combo*

FRIDAY AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES

14 Weeks **NO CLASSES (11/28, 12/26)
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*Swim lessons listed here are for J Adventure participants only. For community swim lessons please click here.

3:15pm-4:00pm – Friday FunZone

Friday FunZone is fun for everyone! A fantastic way to end the week – playing team games and other fun and silly activities. FunZone is all about fun, but kids still learn about community and communication through each activity. Wrap up your week having fun with friends!

3:15pm-4:00pm – A & C Exploratory

Unleash your creativity in A&C Exploratory! Each week, kids will dive into exciting new art and craft projects, experimenting with different materials, techniques, and styles.

From painting and sculpting to imaginative hands-on creations, this class is all about exploring, discovering, and having fun while making something unique every time!

About Tae Kwon Do

Tae Kwon Do is the popular Korean martial art known for its dynamic kicking techniques. Participants learn skills and techniques in a safe, fun environment. Each student is looked at as a unique individual and as a member of a team. The skills taught are progressive with built-in incentives for students to achieve success and maximize potential.

Beginner students are introduced to a combination of kicking and punching techniques, self-defense and forms. The training also includes mental skills that improve memorization.

Intermediate to Advanced students are challenged with more complicated mental and physical skills, including advanced forms, self-defense techniques and the study of musculoskeletal systems and the history of martial arts.

Advanced students prepare for demonstrations and competitions, including advanced self-defense techniques, forms and weapons training (Bo Staff, Kamas and Nunchuks).

A uniform and sparring equipment can be purchased and is mandatory for testing purposes. Check must be made payable to the JCCNS. Tournament participation is not mandatory.

Email YouthFamily@jccns.com for more information!