This course will teach safe practices to protect yourself in dangerous situations and promote confidence in your abilities to defend yourself. The curriculum includes boxing and kickboxing techniques focusing on proper stance, striking and movement. This is a hands-on learning experience with partner drilling. The instructor has over 15 years of boxing and kickboxing training and in-ring experience. He has trained and trained with professional MMA fighters, boxers, kick boxers and UFC fighters.

Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.

Start your summer off right by spending the day lending a hand at Impact Day. Camp Wise alumni, current campers, their families and everyone in between are invited to help get camp ready for the summer by preparing the garden, clearing trails, setting up the lake and more. After a day of volunteering, join us for a Camp Wise cookout!

Relax, unplug and enjoy adult time at Camp Wise. Join us for a fabulous all-inclusive weekend that will leave you feeling refreshed and reinvigorated. Relax at the pool, enjoy a massage, get creative in the art shack and meet some new friends.

Many people find it hard to cook for just one or two people. Learn how to save money and time, eat healthier and stop having the same leftovers day after day. Plus get simple, delicious recipe ideas.

Caregiving can be emotionally and physically taxing, but it also comes with significant financial challenges that often go unnoticed. This workshop addresses the financial fatigue experienced by caregivers and provides practical strategies and resources to help navigate these challenges effectively. Key topics covered including understanding financial fatigue, accessing benefits and resources, managing debt and financial obligations, and self-care and advocacy.

The Cleveland Museum of Art will bring Chinese and Dutch art to The J for an engaging program that features items such as Chinese silk, Dutch ceramics and Japanese enamelware. Throughout history, explorers have traveled to acquire "exotic" goods, using routes like the Silk Road and sea paths around Africa. We will examine the cultural exchanges and globalization involved in their creation and their relevance today. Participants can handle art objects and engage in observation and discussion.

Perfect for children ages 6 months through 3 years old to learn the basics of swimming and getting acclimated to the water. Parents/caregivers are in the water with the children and are an important part of the experience. Participants will learn water adaption, blowing bubbles and the beginnings of strokes. No class on Saturday, October 12

Celebrate Yom Ha’Atzmaut, Israel’s Independence Day, with a fun workout led by Israeli fitness instructor Ronly — complete with Israeli music. Come prepared to sweat while having a great time. For all fitness levels, anyone ages 13+. This event is free and open to the community.

Whether your child is at our Anisfied Day Camp or Francine & Benson Pilloff Family Performing Arts Camp -- or a combination of both -- campers will participate in a wide variety of programs and experience the best summer. After you pay this one-time nonrefundable registration fee for J-Day Camps Summer 2025, you can sign up for camp at: https://jdaycamps.campintouch.com/ui/forms/application/camper/App#ApplicationSeason

Mah Jongg matches one’s playing pieces, called tiles, to a set of possible hands. It is a very social game played around a table with four players. Those new to the game will learn the basic rules of play, strategies, tips, switching hands and more. Not a beginner? Just come to play! Registration includes the purchase of the 2025 National Mah Jongg card. Continue building your skills during drop in Mah Jongg on proceeding Fridays from 1-3.

Get ready to celebrate Pride at the Mandel JCC by making your own rainbow challah! In partnership with JHUB and LGBTQ Jews, come for this festive program. No challah baking experience required, all supplies will be provided.

This comprehensive Situational Awareness and Low Impact Self Defense course is designed by the Jewish Federation of Cleveland to empower individuals with crucial skills for everyday safety. This course focuses on enhancing your awareness of surroundings, recognizing potential threats, and developing practical self-defense techniques that are effective yet low-impact. The self-defense component emphasizes techniques that can be utilized by anyone, regardless of age, gender, or fitness level. These methods prioritize personal safety while minimizing physical confrontation.

Join Morah Maria Hanley and Morah Dana Saltzman for this class for children 0 - 5 years old that is designed to help children build language, motor, and social skills, enhance curiosity and creativity, and help them learn the conventions of playing at school and being part of a group.

This class is ­designed for young swimmers (American Red Cross Levels 3-6) who want to develop their skills and build confidence ­before ­joining a competitive swim team. Swimmers will be introduced to the ­structure and expectations of swim team ­practice while ­improving their technique and ­endurance in a fun and ­supportive ­environment.

This program is for dedicated, adult swimmers who want to experience an intense workout while advancing their swimming technique and skills. Level 1 Master Coach Laura Wright provides instruction and workouts tailored to each swimmer?s individual ability. The goal is for you to become a more efficient and advanced swimmer. Meets Tuesday 6:30 - 7:45 pm and Saturday 9 - 10 am.

Join our exclusive functional training program designed just for women! This dynamic program will help you move better, feel stronger and empower you from the inside out. Through fun, creative exercises and routines, you'll build strength, improve endurance, enhance mobility and challenge your body in ways that will transform you. Surround yourself with like-minded women who motivate, support and uplift each other. Together, we will cultivate healthy habits, boost confidence and embrace our best selves. Perfect for all fitness levels and age groups. Join once, twice or three times a week.