The Perks of The J's Youth and Family Programs

Check Out Our Community Center’s Youth Sports and Family Activities

As a community center deeply rooted in Jewish culture and family values, The J’s youth and family programs create long-lasting memories while helping children develop essential skills and character traits. The J’s youth sports and social programs foster their physical, mental, and social development of children in a supportive and fun environment.

Another great thing about The J’s programs is that we have something for everyone, from active toddlers to teenagers who need a healthy social outlet. Our youth and family programs are a year-round hit, covering a range of interests and activities.

The J’s Youth and Family Programs for Youngsters

Bonding time between parents and their children is time well spent, and The J is proud to be a part of those experiences. Check out some of our most popular youth and family programs:

Baby in Tune (BIT): Baby in Tune captivates your young child through the sweet and stimulating sound of music. Created for children up to 24 months old, BIT is the perfect place for parents to bond with their young ones to the tune of an uplifting soundtrack. Register today!

Share Shabbat: This family-friendly service allows parents and their children to immerse themselves in Jewish culture using the power of song and engaging storytelling. Be sure to mark your calendars and register early. This program is scheduled to make its triumphant return on Friday, September 29, 2023.  

BYOBaby: Held in our family engagement studio, Bring Your Own Baby consists of fun and engaging activities for newborn children through age four to experience with their parents or caregiver. Children will explore movement, experience music and dance, and much more.

There’s plenty to explore for parents and their young children. The J also features the following family engagement programs:

• Dance Babies
• Story Time
• TumbleTots
• Let’s Get Sense-y
• Music for Milestones
• Sporty Baby

Learn more about Family Engagement at The J.

Year-Round Community Center Youth Sports Programs

Whether it’s the dog days of summer or the middle of winter, you can always count on The J to deliver a comprehensive calendar of youth sports for all ages and interests. Additionally, the attentive staff and athletic directors at The J always ensure that children learn and play within a supportive environment. Some of our most popular youth sports programs include:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Flag football
• Tennis
• Soccer
• Softball
• Dance and acrobatics
• FUNatics (Pre-K)

Youth sports programs at The J lay the foundation for so many of life’s most valuable lessons. Providing children with the opportunity to participate in safe and structured athletic activities  benefits them in the many ways, including:

Improved physical fitness: By regularly engaging in physical activity, children develop endurance, strength, coordination, and agility. The more they play, the more they’ll improve.

Skill development: As the saying goes, “Practice makes perfect.” When you enroll your child in The J’s youth sports programs, they will have ample opportunity to master their jump shot, perfect their batter’s swing, and hit every step in their dance routine.

Collaboration and teamwork: Nobody succeeds alone. At The J, we use athletics to illustrate that we accomplish more as a team than we do as individuals. By instilling the values of teamwork and collaboration early, your child will carry those well into adulthood and their professional career.

Healthy competition: Youth sports teach children how to handle both victory and defeat with grace and sportsmanship. Healthy competition encourages them to set goals, work hard, and strive for personal improvement.

Emotional and mental well-being: Engaging in youth sports has a positive impact on a child's mental and emotional state. Healthy competition and athletics help reduce stress, improve mood, and provide an outlet for children to express themselves.

Family engagement: Family involvement and support is essential for a child’s development. Parents and guardians often attend games, matches, and performances, strengthening family bonds and creating positive shared experiences. Nothing is more exciting for a parent than witnessing their child’s first success out on the field of competitive play. 

How to Enroll in Youth and Family Programs and Athletics

Our family-friendly community center makes it easy to find the perfect activity. Parents and guardians can learn more by visiting our youth sports and family engagement pages. When you find a class or program that looks like the right fit for you and your child, register online for the program, or contact us for enrollment information.

Looking for a family gym membership near you everyone can enjoy? By joining The J, your entire household will gain access to our state-of-art fitness facilities, group fitness classes, and more membership perks and amenities.  

For more information or to schedule a tour, contact our head of membership services, Bobby Carrico at [email protected] or by phone at (913) 981-8802.