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The Main Fitness Center Entrance Is Open! |
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Renovation of the main Fitness Center / Member Services Entrance is now complete! Members and visitors are now able to access the building through this beautifully updated entrance. If you have any questions please call Member Services at (402) 334-6426. |
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- Members should continue to bring their Membership ID cards with them to check in.
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Please wear a mask. The Staenberg Omaha JCC requires all individuals to wear a face-covering while entering the building and while inside the building. Masks are not required while actively engaging in exercise, while in the water of the indoor pool, or while showering. Masks are required at all other times.
- No members under the age of 16 years will be allowed to use JCC facilities unless they are with an adult or registered for programming.
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Start 2021 off right! Group Exercise classes are FREE for JCC Members. We offer over 70 classes per week, including options for kids! A full schedule can be found on our website. Due to Covid capacity limits, advanced registration is now required for all Group Ex classes. Registration can be completed on our website.
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New Classes Now Available
We have several changes to the January Group Ex schedule based on input from members and instructors. Please view the new schedule carefully.
Advanced registration required for all Group Ex classes.
New Flow Yoga Classes Added
Mondays at 5:00 p.m. & Tuesdays at 12:00 p.m.
As part of our expanded Yoga program, we are proud to offer Flow Yoga, Gentle Yoga, Mindful Vinyasa, and Power Yoga. Flow Yoga is a moderate to high intensity class. It is an energetic form of yoga characterized by stringing postures together so that you move from one to another seamlessly guided by the force of inhales and exhales. Classes may include more dynamic and complex postures. Poses can be adapted to accommodate all fitness levels.
New Total Barre Classes Added
Tuesdays at 8:45 a.m. & Saturdays at 9:45 a.m.
Total Barre is a moderate intensity class that integrates elements of Pilates, dance training, cardio, & strength training. Movements focus on building strength in your glutes, hips, abs & arms. It is a great total body workout.
New Master Fitness Barbell Class Added
Sundays at 11:00 a.m.
Master Fitness is a low intensity class that is a great way for active older adults to stay in shape. Master Fitness focuses on low intensity moves and simple weight training. Out latest addition, Masters Fitness: Barbell focuses on building strength in your entire body using barbells. Class is great for all levels of fitness, as you can lift according to your strength.
Keiser Cycling Class Name Change
New name, same great class! Our indoor cycling program uses Keiser bicycles and will be now be referenced as cycling, indoor cycling, or group cycling.These moderate to high intensity classes will get you sweating! Lose yourself in this fun, fast paced cardio workout on the bikes. Classes are great for all - beginners & avid riders alike.
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Stay in the know with Group Ex text message alerts! Get up to the minute notifications on class changes and cancellations. To sign up text "@jccgx2" to the number 81010.
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Additional Fit & Sit Hours
Members, 6 weeks - 8 years
Morning Hours
Sundays - Saturdays....8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Evenings Hours - Now Available!
Tuesdays......................4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Advanced reservations are required. Call Member Services at (402) 334-6426 to make a reservation.
Fit & Sit, our Fitness Center childcare, is FREE for all JCC members who have a family-level membership. Parents can workout with peace of mind, knowing their kids are being cared for by our professional staff. Advance Reservations are required. Please call Member Services at (402) 334-6426 the day before to reserve your preferred time slot. Parents must stay on the property while their children are in Fit & Sit. Fit & Sit is located upstairs in the Youth Department. Questions?Call (402) 334-6409. Learn more...
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Last Chance to Catch
Alice in Wonderland
Member & Non, All Ages
TODAY! Sunday, January 10 | 4:00 p.m.
The JCC Performing Arts Department presents a theatrical production of Alice In Wonderland. This year our production will be Streamed LIVE to keep everyone healthy and safe. To get the link, please register HERE. If you are able, a donation to help support our program would be greatly appreciated, this can be done through the registration link.
Want to be a part of our next production? Audition for The Witches by Roald Dahl on January 24th! Registration is required. Member registration opens January 11th! Learn more...
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Basketball Gymnasium Hours
Members, Ages 16+*
January 10 - Basketball Gymnasium CLOSED
The basketball gymnasium is closed this weekend for the J Hoops Tournament.
The current schedule for open hours of the basketball gymnasium can be found here. New hours reflect the updated schedule for our winter basketball programs.* Please remember that no member under the age of 16 years will be allowed to use JCC facilities unless they are with an adult or registered for programming. Call Member Services at (402) 334-6426 if you have questions.
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Group Swim Lessons
Members & Non, 3 - Adult
January 10 - February 28
Member registration for the January session of Saturday and Sunday Group Swim Lessons is now open. Lessons are offered in Levels 1-6, Baby & Me, and Adult. Learn more...
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Year Round Swim Team
Members & Non, Age 5-18
January 11 - March 4
Member registration for the winter session of Year Round Swim & Dive Team is now open. Swim & Dive Team is a great way to learn new skills or strengthen existing ones. Our experienced coaching staff works to help team members progress. Learn more...
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New! Healthy Lifestyle Class
Member & Non, All Ages
Registration deadline is January 12
Nutrition Hacks with Heather
Thursday, January 14 | 6:00 p.m.
Join us on the third Thursday of every month for our new lifestyle education classes. These interactive classes will be led by health and wellness experts and will provide education, guidance, and useful tools in each subject area. Class topics will cover habits needed to create a healthy lifestyle. All participants must register online or with Member Services at (402) 334-6426 before attending.Classes are 60 minutes long, are $10 for Members and will be held in the CEV. Classes are free for Health Spa members who register through Member Services! Learn more...
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New! Indoor Triathlon
Member & Non, Age 16+
Registration Deadline is January 15
Saturday, January 24 | 8:00 a.m.
Join us on Sunday, January 24 for an indoor triathlon. This is a great way to gear up for the spring triathlon season and test your cardiovascular capacity through three different modes of exercise. Participants will compete by gender and age. Entrants who complete the event will receive a t-shirt. Awards will be given to top 3 male and female finishers. All stages of are timed (no tracking of time between stages.) Participant times will be posted. You must register online or with Member
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School Break Specials
Members & Non, K-7th Grade
Monday, January 18
Registrations made less than one week prior to the program date are subject to a late fee.
School Break Specials offer daily registration options for Members and Non Members in K-7th grade who are out of school. Kids will participate in all sorts of fun activities. Extended Before & After Care is available if needed. If a registration is received less than 1 week prior to the program a $20 late fee will be assessed to each participant. Registration for all February dates is now open. Learn more...
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Little Lions Basketball
Members & Non, Kindergarten*
January - March, 2021
Hurry - Only Kindergarten Spots Remain!
Little Lions is open to boys and girls in K-2nd grade. Individual registrations for boys and girls in Kindergarten are still available. Games will be played on-site, against other basketball clubs through our JCC Little Lions League. Practices will be on Wednesday from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Games will be on Saturdays and will begin January 16th.
For more information on any of these options contact Jonathan Crossley, JCC Basketball Coordinator, at
(402) 590-2142. *Grade as of Fall 2020
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Free MyZone Belt With Personal Training Purchase
Members, Ages 16+
Limited Time Offer Ends January 31st!
Don't miss this limited time offer! JCC Members who buy 10 or more Private Personal Training sessions will receive a free MyZone Belt - a $75 value! Sessions purchased can be either 30 or 60 minutes.
Myzone is a wearable heart rate based system that uses wireless technology to accurately monitor physical activity. Myzone delivers an accurate, gamified and motivating experience with up to 99% accuracy. Myzone participants use a small heart rate monitor worn on an elastic belt around their upper torso. This device monitors the participant's heart rate, calories and time exercising. Participants can track their data privatley or compete against others using the MyZone monitors in the Fitness Center, Cycling Studio & Training Studios!
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Swim Around Israel
Members, All Ages
January - December, 2021
How far can you swim in a year? Sign up and log all of your swim sessions from January through December. Those that swim 100 miles or more (from Jerusalem to Haifa) will receive a t-shirt! If that seems too easy, kick it up a notch by swimming the entire 372 miles! Questions? Contact Ben at (402) 334-6473. Learn more...
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New! Intro to Pilates Reformer
Members, All Ages
First Tuesday of the Month | 12:00 p.m.
New to Pilates Reformer? Try it out with a new introductory session. Each 35 minute session will be led by one of our certified Pilates Instructors. Members will be taken through a series of basic exercises on the reformer. Sessions will be held in the new Pilates Studio. Sessions are open to Members who have not yet participated in our Pilates Training program. Sessions are $10, which can be used towards future Pilates sessions. Don't delay! There is a maximum of 4 per session. Call (402) 334-6426 to reserve your spot. Learn more...
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Attention Annual Renewal Members:
Thank you for your continuing patronage to the JCC! If your membership has expired, please call Meg Bearman, Membership Account Coordinator, (402)334-6452 to renew your membership today!
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The Indoor Aquatic Center is Open |
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The indoor lap pool, Baker Family Leisure Pool, and new family changing area are open. A full listing of hours can be found on our website.
Please remember that reservations* are currently required for leisure pool use on Saturdays and Sundays. Weekend reservations can be made via our website and will open roughly 48 hours in advance. Please review the schedule carefully. Click here to make your reservation. "
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*Reservations for Saturday times open at 10 a.m. the Thursday prior. Sunday reservations open at 10 a.m. the Friday prior. Designated time slots available for weekend reservations are as listed on the website. Each reservation time can accommodate 40 members. Please bring your membership card and confirmation email with you. You will receive TWO email confirmations. One will have a bar code to be scanned and one will have check in procedures. Check in with pool staff.
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Have a Favorite Workout Song? Let us Know |
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Fun Fitness Fact: Research has found that music delays fatigue and increases work capacity.
Members of all ages have shared songs they use for workout motivation. The playlist incorporates a wide range of different musical genres and tastes. Even if you aren't a fan of some of these suggested songs, appreciation of the arts and appreciation of different tastes is something we should all strive for in this new year. We encourage you to keep exploring. Find what motivates you and let us know!
Tell us your favorite workout jam and we'll add it to the playlist! Email your favorite songs to Scott Parker at sparker@jccomaha.org or tell a member of the Fitness Center Staff.
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Change to Minor Policy Now In Effect |
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Due to COVID-19 and school closures, we are re-instating the JCC Minor Usage policy. This policy states:
No member under the age of 16 years will be able to use JCC facilities unless they are
1) accompanied by a parent OR
2) registered for an existing JCC program, which includes; swim lessons, dance lessons, piano lessons, JCC basketball league, and/or youth department programs
3) have a private, semi-private, or small group session with a personal trainer
If you have questions, please contact Member Services at (402) 334-6426. Thank you for your adherence to this policy as we work to keep everyone safe.
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Friendly Reminder: Masks Are Required |
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Per the citywide mask mandate, The Staenberg Omaha JCC requires all individuals to wear a face-covering while inside the building. This includes, but is not limited to:
- the time immediately before and after your workout
- while moving around the building
- while using the locker rooms
- while observing your children in programs
- while using the pool deck
- upon entry and exit to our facility
We will have masks available if you forget yours. Masks are not required while you are actively engaging in physical activity within the fitness center, group exercise studios, gymnasium, while in the water of the indoor pool, or while showering. For dance classes, masks are required for all participating students, ages 5 and up. All participants in Kid Group Exercise classes must wear masks.
Please contact Member Services at (402) 334-6426 if you have questions. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we do our best to keep everyone safe.
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FREE Esport Tournaments for ALL Jewish Teens & Adults!
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Select Classes on Facebook Live
Select Group Exercise classes are being broadcast on Facebook Live! To watch from home, simply log into Facebook and visit the JCC Omaha Fitness Group prior to the start of the class.
Wednesdays, 12:00 p.m. HIIT
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Virtual J On Demand Classes
Check out our on demand section of the Virtual J. This virtual library is where you will find numerous videos and resources, organized by department. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to get notifications of our latest posts!
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Virtual Personal Training Available
Virtual Personal Training is an option available to all Members. Sessions are 30 minutes long. No special equipment is needed. Sessions are a great way to connect and prioritize your fitness.
Purchase
- Over the phone at (402) 334-6419
Questions? Contact a Trainer at (402) 334-6423.
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Music Studios & Dance Lobby Open
The new lobby area in the Marlene & Marty Staenberg Arts & Education Corridor is now open. This beautiful new space allows parents to observe a video feed of their child's dance class on easily viewable television monitors. Our new music studios, also located in the Performing Arts area are now open. These dedicated spaces will provide greatly improved acoustics for all those participating in musical training. Interested in starting piano lessons? Limited slots remain! Contact Esther Katz at (402) 334-6406 to learn more.
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New Family Changing Area Now Open
The new family changing area located just off of the indoor aquatic center is now open! This space features five large and private stalls. Each stall is complete with a sink, soap and paper towels, toilet, shower, and diaper changing station. Lockers and additional sinks are located in the main area of the changing area as well. It is available to all families using the Baker Family Leisure Pool or lap pool. Take a virtual tour of this space here.
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Limited Use of Men's Health Spa
Limited use of the new Men’s Health Spa* is available! The locker room area within the Men's Health Spa will be available for all male members to use until renovation work on the Women's facilities is completed. All female members will temporarily use the new downstairs Men's Locker Room until the renovation of the Women's facilities is complete. If you have questions contact Member Services at (402) 334-6426.
Charter Health Spa Memberships are still available! Upgrade your membership to include access to these beautiful new amenities. Call Member Services at (402) 334-6426 or learn more here. Take a virtual tour of this space here.
*Due to COVID-19, the whirlpool and sauna in Health Spa will not be available at this time.
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Monday - Thursday...........5:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Fridays..............................5:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturdays - Sundays........7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
All Members must bring their Membership ID to access the facility
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CONTACT US
Our staff is here and happy to assist you! We can be reached during regular business hours using the contact information found here. Membership or business representatives can be reached by calling (402) 334-6426.
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REGISTER
• Registration can be done online
• Over the phone at (402) 334-6419 or (402) 334-6426
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The JCC Staff is committed to keeping you informed about the COVID-19 pandemic and all that we are doing on campus to address it here. We continue to practice all appropriate sanitation practices as prescribed by the CDC and Douglas County Health Department. Please visit our website for full details. We thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate this uncharted territory together. If you have any questions, please contact Member Services at (402) 334-6426.
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