Adult Movement, Dance, and Specialty Fitness Classes
Upcoming Events in Fitness
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Who Killed Sarah Parsons? A Courtroom Transcript Reading
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Meet Asaf, our Shinshin
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Outing with the JCC: Hudson River Museum Highlights Tour Thursday – Sep 26, 2024
A Communal Remembrance: October 7 and a Year of War Monday – Oct 07, 2024
Inside the Middle East: Navigating the Storm One Year After October 7 Tuesday – Oct 15, 2024
Sukkotenanny at the J with The Klezmericana Square Dance Band Saturday – Oct 19, 2024
A Yom Kippur Communal Break-Fast Saturday – Oct 12, 2024
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Current Programs
R&B/Soul Line Dancing with the Fun Bunch
Summer Session: 6 Fridays. Aug. 2-Sept. 6; 12-1 pm
$45 members; $60 for non-members for the 6-week series
End your week with this uplifting and joyful class! Beloved teacher Steve “Fun Bunch” Dillard will break down easy line dances that allow everyone to learn at a comfortable pace while improving their memory and balance. Have fun and get a great workout! All levels welcome.
registerSoccer Boot Camp
7 Mondays, 9/16-11/18; 7:00-8:30 pm; no class on 10/7, 10/14, and 11/11
Members: $210; non-members: $245
Take your fitness and soccer skills to the next level in a fun and non-competitive environment.
Join us for a soccer boot camp experience that will give you a great workout in a creative way. This class focuses on strength, speed and agility, ball work, and small-sided games.
Absolute Beginner R&B/Soul Line Dancing
8 Fridays, Sept. 13-Nov. 8; 11am-12 pm (no class Oct. 4 for Rosh Hashanah)
$60 members; $70 for non-members for the 8-week series
Want to get in on the R&B soul line dancing craze but need to take it slow? In this supportive class for absolute beginners, Steve Dillard will slowly break down each step until you feel comfortable. Line dancing is a great workout for your body, soul, and memory!
RegisterIntermediate/Advanced R&B/Soul Line Dancing
8 Fridays, Sept. 13-Nov. 8; 12 pm-1 pm (no class Oct. 4 for Rosh Hashanah)
$60 members; $70 for non-members for the 8-week series
Looking to take your dance skills to the next level? Join us for a more challenging version of your favorite dance class! Steven “Fun Bunch” Dillard will teach more complex dances at a quicker pace while still allowing everyone to learn. Have fun and get a great workout! All levels welcome – previous dance experience strongly suggested.
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Intro to Belly Dance Series
Our new belly dance series led by Pelin Qualben will introduce you to this traditional Middle Eastern and Turkish dance technique, music, and culture Over a 6-week period, participants will develop the ability to showcase proper posture, engage muscles with technique precision, maintain body alignment, and execute transitions. They will gain confidence and accuracy in performing movements and combinations. Above all, the classes are designed to be fun, entertaining, and a great way to let the day go.
MELT Performance
Are you ready to take your Pickleball game to the next level? Get more ease in your tennis and/or golf swing? Improve your swimming or running times? Feel better in your body while you improve your athletic performance?
Try MELT Performance. This series will be a combination of fascial hydration with the MELT soft tools and moves that help improve muscle timing and increase strength, stability, and mobility. You’ll also rebalance your nervous system, leading to improved recovery and resilience.
Israeli Folk Dancing
If you can grapevine, you can do Israeli dancing! Originally developed as a way to bind people with a common purpose, Israeli dance reflects an attachment to the land, spirit, and nature of Israel, as well as the Hebrew language.
In this 8-week session taught by JCC folk dance teacher, Steve Steiner, you’ll learn a variety of dances from different points in history, including before the state of Israel was created. Most are danced in a circle and include some hand-holding. This class is open to everyone – no experience necessary!
West African Dance Series with Live Drumming
West African dance with Gladys Lowe provides a complete body workout while giving students the freedom to express themselves to the powerful beat of live drumming. Each step is broken down so that all students, including those who have never danced before, can learn while having fun. Students will build confidence around their body movements and the lively traditional dance rhythms. About the Instructor: Gladys Lowe is originally from Cameroon and some of her recent experiences include being a program instructor at The Paige Fraser Foundation in the Bronx, Westchester Dance Artists, the Bethany Art Center, Addi-tude Cultural Arts, and other venues in the Hudson Valley.
International Folk Dancing with Steve Steiner
Join us for an eight-week exploration of international folk dancing! Each class will include a selection of dances from around the world including the Middle East, Europe, Latin America, and the US. Most dances include holding hands in a circle or line, while other dances will be partner dances or freestyle (no hands). The class is geared for beginners but the difficulty of the dances will depend on the experience and comfort of participants.
Sprint Triathlon Training
Have you always wanted to do a triathlon? Do you want to get in shape for the upcoming season?
Joanne Dondero ((USAT L2 Coach, 8x Ironman, 4x Kona Finisher) will be preparing you to swim in open water, transition to the bike and run, practice riding, and running the course. Your training will lead up to the Sleepy Hollow Sprint Triathlon on Sunday June 16th:swim 1/2 mile, bike 12 miles, run 3.1 miles.
Rev It Up
Want to take your running to the next level? Whether you need motivation or running tools to apply to your next race, this class will help you achieve your goals! Taught by Laura Kovall, ten-time marathon completer, the program will pair a 30-minute treadmill run followed by body weight strengthening exercises that will aid in overall running performance and help reduce the chance of injury. Each week will focus on a different running skill.
