New Hours Begin Monday, June 22

Starting Monday, June 22nd, we will be expanding our hours of operation. Please note the Phil Sokolof Fitness Center and Goldstein Family Aquatic Center will have separate schedules, procedures and entrances. While things might look and feel a bit different, our goal is to make sure you have a safe and enjoyable experience!

Please read the details below to see what's changing.
Fitness Center Hours

Monday, June 22- Sunday, June 28
Monday–Friday........6:00 am - 7:00 pm
Saturday–Sunday.....10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Please wear a mask when entering or exiting the Fitness Center. Please be mindful for social distancing throughout the J.


Questions? Call us!
Member Services (402) 334-6426
Starting Monday, June 22

• New! Reservations will no longer be required to access the Fitness Center.

• Please bring your Membership ID card.

• The main Fitness Center entrance (Member Services) is the only access point to the Fitness Center.

• The Fitness Center is open to Members, ages 16+. No guests allowed at this time.

• Towels service (hand towels) will be available in the Fitness Center only.

• We will be asking covid related health screening questions at check in. We will no longer be taking temperatures. Please stay home if you feel ill.

• Group Exercise classes will NOT be held until further notice. Please see the Virtual J for on-demand and live options.

• Staff will be cleaning throughout the day and a deep cleaning will occur each evening. Please remember to wipe down all equipment before and after use.
Goldstein Family Aquatic Center
Areas accessible during reservations:
  • Outdoor Lap Pool
  • Splash Pad
  • Deck Seating
  • Bath House

All reservations are weather permitting and subject to change.
Please Remember...

• Reservations are required for all swim sessions. Reservations can be made 2 days in advance of the session. No guests are allowed at this time. Lap Swim will open at 10 am and Family Swim will open at 2 pm. Make a reservation here.

• Outdoor Pool patrons MUST use the direct outdoor aquatic center entrance . Members will not be allowed to enter or exit through the Fitness Center.

• At this time there will be no towel service at the pool, so please bring your own.

• The drinking fountains will not be available, but bottle fillers will be. Glass bottles are NOT allowed. Plastic only.

Please review our aquatic polices here.
Lap Swim Sessions

Monday, June 22 - Friday, June 26
Monday – Friday......6:00 am - 11:45 am
Saturday – Sunday...No Lap Swim

• New! Twelve swimmers allowed per session. Two swimmers per lane.

• Open to Members, ages 16 or older. At this time, no guests allowed.

• Lap swim sessions are 45 minutes
Sessions will start on the hour. Lifeguards will blow whistle at the end time of the session. You will then have 5 minutes to gather your belongings and exit through the outdoor aquatic entrance.

• The last reservation will be at 11 am.

• Lap swimming will be in the outdoor pool only. In case of inclement weather, lap swimming will be cancelled.

• Once you reserve a session online, two confirmation emails will be sent to you. You will need to present the confirmation email (on your smart phone or printed copy) with the QR code when you check in for your session.

 • Lifeguards will blow whistle at the end time of the session. You will then have 5 minutes to gather your belongings and exit through the outdoor aquatic entrance.

• There will be no water fitness equipment (kick boards, flippers, etc) available. You may bring your own if needed. Please label your items.

Questions? Call us!
Member Services (402) 334-6426
Open Family Swim Sessions

Monday, June 22 - Sunday, June 28
Monday – Friday......12:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Saturday – Sunday...10:00 am - 6:45 pm

• New! 80 swimmers per session. Only one reservation per family per day.

• Open to Members of all ages. No guests. Children MUST have an adult with them. Kids, ages 11 & under, will be swim tested and issued a wrist band.

• Open family swim sessions are 90 minutes. Lifeguards will blow whistle at the end time of the session. You will then have 5 minutes to gather your belongings and exit through the outdoor aquatic entrance.

• Monday - Friday sessions will begin at 12:00 pm, 1:45 pm, 3:30 pm, and 5:15 pm.

• Saturday & Sunday sessions will begin at 10:00 am, 12:00 pm, 1:45 pm, 3:30 pm, and 5:15 pm.

• Only the lap pool, splash pad and diving board will be available. All other features and areas will be closed.

• When making your reservation, you will need to list all family members that will be attending your reserved swim session. Once you reserve a session online, two confirmation emails will be sent to you. You will need to present the confirmation email (on your smart phone or printed copy) with the QR code when you check in for your session.

• At this time the concession stand will be closed. Outside food and drink is not allowed.
Checking In For
Your Session

• Please bring your Membership ID card.

• The ONLY access point to the pool is through the outdoor aquatic center entrance. The ONLY access point for the Fitness Center is through the main (Member Services) entrance.

• If you need to wait in line, we ask that you maintain a 6' physical distance between yourself and any other individuals.

• While at the JCC, please wear a mask. You do not have to wear a mask when you are actively working out or swimming.

• Once you reserve a swim session online, two email confirmations will be sent to you. You will need to present the confirmation email (on your smart phone or printed copy) with the QR code when checking in for your designated session.

• Please arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled swim session to allow for check in. During this process you will be asked covid related screening questions and present your confirmation email. Please have your reservation confirmation (with the QR code) ready to be scanned.

• A JCC staff person will let you into the pool when it is your time.
Things to Know Before You Go

• Members, ages 16+ can access the Fitness Center and register for lap swim.

• Members of all ages can register for Open Family Swim. Children must be under the direct supervision of an adult at all times.

• Guests are not allowed in our facility at this time.

• Certain areas, services, and programs will not be available until a later date. Please check our website for full details.

• When in the water all children age 8 & under, or those with red swim test bands MUST be within arm's reach of an adult at all times.

• All high touch surfaces in all areas of our facility will be cleaned frequently.

• The drinking fountains will not be available, but bottle fillers will be.

• In addition to following the State of Nebraska Health Department, Douglas County, and the Centers for Disease Control guidelines, The J is implementing extra precautions to help our community stay safe and healthy. This includes extensive cleaning protocols and social distancing practices within each of our classes, programs, and facility areas.


Questions? Call us!
Member Services (402) 334-6426
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Summer Dance Classes

Limited dance classes will be offered this summer at the JCC and via Zoom! Summer Semester will run June 15 - July 23 . All in person classes will follow proper social distancing and will be limited to 8 students per class. Our facilities and staff are observing enhanced cleaning and safety measures. Click HERE to see the current brochure. Register online , or by contacting Johana Berkey at (402) 334-6419 or jberkey@jccomaha.org
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