Adult Programs

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.

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.

Fear can greatly affect our brains. Learn how our body and brain perceive and react to fearful situations. We will also discuss practical tips for dealing with everyday fears and stressors so that we can learn to control our fear response and brain function when we are afraid. Class offered in person and virtual via Zoom.

Dare to join our hauntingly fast-paced brain aerobics class, designed to awaken the phantom corners of your mind and foster lifelong learning. Leave this course with the understanding of the three fundamentals needed to make an exercise an appropriate "brain workout." Class offered in person and virtually via Zoom.

Learn to hand-dye a challah cover you will take home to use on your Shabbat table. Praxis Fiber Workshop presents this indigo-dyeing project.

Let your mind and body unwind during this program that helps you shifts from challenge to tranquility. Through gentle movements, stretching and focused breathing exercises, this class provides a peaceful sanctuary where participants can rejuvenate their minds and cultivate a sense of calm. Instructor Trish Turo, is a brain health researcher, coach, yoga teacher and healthy habit expert.

This class is the perfect opportunity for an outlet for artistic self-expression using paint as the medium. The instructor will give each student individual instruction for creating their unique painting. This class is ideal for anyone interested in painting or creative expression.

This class is the perfect opportunity for an outlet for artistic self-expression using paint as the medium. The instructor will give each student individual instruction for creating their unique painting. This class is ideal for anyone interested in painting or creative expression.

This class is the perfect opportunity for an outlet for artistic self-expression using paint as the medium. The instructor will give each student individual instruction for creating their unique painting. This class is ideal for anyone interested in painting or creative expression.

Engage your brain in this fast-paced, mind aerobics class purposefully designed to rev up various aspects of your brain while promoting lifelong learning. Leave this course with the understanding of the three fundamentals needed to make an exercise an appropriate "brain workout."

Engage your brain in this fast-paced, mind aerobics class purposefully designed to rev up various aspects of your brain while promoting lifelong learning. Leave this course with the understanding of the three fundamentals needed to make an exercise an appropriate "brain workout."

Taking time to acknowledge the positive aspects of our lives -- especially expressing gratitude -- is scientifically proven to benefit your brain and body. Learn about the benefits of being thankful and how to incorporate gratitude into your everyday health practices.

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

If you are Interested in a more effective aquatic workout, the Mandel JCC's Masters Swimming Program is for you. This program is for dedicated, adult swimmers who want to experience an intense workout while advancing your swimming technique and skills. Coach Laura Wright will provide 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 Cantor Sarah Sager for a meaningful monthly Rosh Chodesh Gathering at The J. Rosh Chodesh is the start of a new Jewish month and a time for renewal, goal setting and spiritual growth. Cantor Sager will lead engaging sessions of Torah study accompanied by guided reflections.

Join Cantor Sarah Sager for a meaningful monthly Rosh Chodesh Gathering at The J. Rosh Chodesh is the start of a new Jewish month and a time for renewal, goal setting and spiritual growth. Cantor Sager will lead engaging sessions of Torah study accompanied by guided reflections.

Join Cantor Sarah Sager for a meaningful monthly Rosh Chodesh Gathering at The J. Rosh Chodesh is the start of a new Jewish month and a time for renewal, goal setting and spiritual growth. Cantor Sager will lead engaging sessions of Torah study accompanied by guided reflections.

This program will explore a simple brain-healthy concept that you can readily gift your loved ones this holiday season: the present of your presence. In this session, we explore the tradition and history of holiday gifts and how gift-giving impacts social connections, memory and brain health.

This class, taught by an internationally recognized expert in health and wellness, will discuss how eating, activity and mindfulness have a synergistic relationship. An example of this interconnectedness is the simple act of going for a walk, which improves sleep and leads to less mindless snacking. In this class, you will learn how small changes can make you feel like a million bucks.

The J's annual Weight Loss Challenge is for members ages 18 and over who want to firm up their body, lose weight and feel better overall. Participants get six weeks of continuous motivation and support from Rich Zatta, director of fitness, plus special group fitness classes and guidance from a University Hospital dietician. Participants will have access to an Expresso Bike Challenge and personal training special offers. Cash prizes are awarded to men and women who lose the highest percentage of weight.

Have you ever felt like it was a struggle to feel full? Many foods available in the grocery store are manufactured calories. An internationally recognized expert in health and wellness will discuss the differences between real food and manufactured calories, and how to choose food that will make you feel full and nourished. We’ll review guidelines that explain the difference and learn about the role of color in a nourishing diet.