Fitness and Aquatics

We take a comprehensive body and mind approach with all of our programs. Our fitness and wellness team has degrees, certifications and expertise in a broad scope of areas including physical therapy, exercise science, sports medicine, nutrition and dietetics, water sports, exercise physiology and sports injury, safety and recovery.

 You may be interested in:

  • Pickleball classes, clinics and leagues
  • Arthritis, core and HIIT shallow water group exercise classes
  • Personal training
  • RecoveryZone with advanced restorative equipment
  • Yoga, Pilates, Tai chi, Pure strength, Pop Zumba Low impact cardio and weights and more

Learning and Conversations

Our hands-on classes help spark your inner self and engage your mind. No matter your age or experience, discover new interests and hobbies through art classes, card and tile games, book clubs and Israeli dance. If you enjoy dialogue about current events and historical context, we have a variety of classes that will engage your mind and expand your views.

Men’s Club

The J’s Men’s Club offers an opportunity to connect with peers and discuss a variety of interesting and topical issues. Participants socialize, share ideas and listen to guest speakers. Most members are retired, have a wide variety of hobbies and are active volunteers in the community.

U.S. Masters Swim

This program is for dedicated, adult swimmers who want to experience an intense workout while advancing your 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.

Jewish Education

The J brings people of all ages together with activities that bridge the generation gap. From holiday celebrations to challah-making workshops we encourage the community to share experiences that unite the young and the young at heart. Our engaging adult programs include art classes, news and current events discussions, lectures, book club gatherings and classes on Judaism that explore Jewish history, life cycle events and Torah study.

Healthy Aging

The J offers active adults ages 60 and over a wide range of opportunities to stay active, engage their brains with creative, intellectual and fun classes, and support community connections and healthy living. Open to all, courses and events include arts and culture, literature, nutrition, current events, fitness and more.

Cleveland Jewish FilmFest

Watch a diverse, international selection of dramas, documentaries, shorts and TV series that explore, educate, entertain and provoke discussion on the Jewish and Israeli experiences. From dramatic to humorous, we screen powerful and award-winning films for all movie lovers.

Featured Classes

Fitness, Adult

Boxing Fundamentals and Self Defense - March 2025

03/03/2025 - 03/24/2025

A hands-on class that teaches safe practices for participants to defend themselves.

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.

Camps, Adult

Camp Chai 2025

08/14/2025 - 08/18/2025

An overnight camp program for adults with disabilities.

Experience all the fun of Camp Wise and meet new friends at this overnight vacation in the woods for adults with disabilities. Enjoy sports, swimming, archery, arts and crafts, lake activities and more!

Camps, Adult

Camp Wise Womens Weekend (Friday and Saturday Only) 2025

08/22/2025 - 08/23/2025

A relaxing weekend get-away in Chardon for women.

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.

Camps, Adult

Camp Wise Womens Weekend (SATURDAY ONLY) 2025

08/23/2025 - 08/23/2025

A relaxing weekend get-away in Chardon for women.

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.

Camps, Adult

Camp Wise Womens Weekend 2025

08/22/2025 - 08/24/2025

A relaxing weekend get-away in Chardon for women.

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.

Jewish Life

Introduction to Judaism

11/07/2024 - 04/10/2025

A multi-section course exploring Jewish holidays, history and values.

Explore Jewish observance of holidays and life-cycle events, major periods in Jewish history and significant Jewish concepts through lectures, engaging text study and meaningful dialogue. The class is taught in four sections with a different rabbinic instructor for each section. - Section 1: The Story of the Calendar • Thursdays, Nov 7 – Dec 12, 2024 - Section 2: The Story of Belief & Sacred Text • Thursdays, Dec 19 – Jan 23, 2025 - Section 3: Our Story in the World • Thursdays, Jan 30 – Mar 6, 2025 - Section 4: The Story of Celebration • Tuesdays, Mar 11 – Apr 10, 2025

Jewish Life, Adult

Purim After Dark

03/08/2025 - 03/08/2025

A festive Purim celebration for adults with music, dancing and costume contest.

Join us for a festive Purim celebration for adults, complete with music, dancing, appetizers and a costume contest. Together we will enjoy a musical set from Israeli DJ Isaac DaBom.

Fitness, Arts and Ideas, Adult

Senior Day at the J

04/01/2025 - 04/01/2025

Enjoy a day at The J filled with fitness, educational and fun activities for older adults.

Feed your mind, body and soul with a variety of engaging activities and connect with other older adults while having fun. Activities include Zumba, senior self-defense, scam prevention, swimming, lunch and more.

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Soup And Service - April 22, 2025

04/22/2025 - 04/22/2025

A free community gathering to share soup and conversation.

Come out for a cozy bowl of soup while working on a community service project. Meet members of your community and make new friends while staying warm and making a positive impact.

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Soup And Service - February 25, 2025

02/25/2025 - 02/25/2025

A free community gathering to share soup and conversation.

Come out for a cozy bowl of soup while working on a community service project. Meet members of your community and make new friends while staying warm and making a positive impact.

Arts and Ideas, Adult

Soup And Service - March 25, 2025

03/25/2025 - 03/25/2025

A free community gathering to share soup and conversation.

Come out for a cozy bowl of soup while working on a community service project. Meet members of your community and make new friends while staying warm and making a positive impact.

Adult Programming Leadership