After School Program
Give your kids a chance to unwind after in-school learning at The J with a variety of activities including arts and crafts, games, gym time and even homework help. Children can attend any number of days per week.
Free transportation is available from Beachwood City Schools, Gross Schechter Day School and Orange City School District. Escorted walks from Fuchs Mizrachi and Mandel Jewish Day School.
Playmakers Youth Theatre
Youth and teens of all experience levels participate in shows that help them stretch their imaginations, gain confidence on and off the stage and build lifelong friendships. This community theatre program presents several shows a year.
School’s Out and Vacation Camp
When school is out, The J is in. During our holiday and vacation programs, youth will have active days complete with swimming, arts and crafts, sports, games and even a few special surprises.
Maccabi Games
Join this annual event in North America where teens compete in Olympic-style games. A program of Jewish Community Center (JCC) Association, the games bring together thousands of Jewish teens for several days of competition.
Preston’s H.O.P.E.
This extensive accessible playground park is for children with all levels of abilities and disabilities – providing children with the opportunities to explore, play and learn. It is located on the property of and operated by Mandel JCC.
BBYO
The J houses the Ohio Northern Region of this youth group movement for Jewish teens in grades 8-12. We host the Cleveland Jewish Basketball League and offer special BBYO Teen membership
pricing to our fitness center.
Featured Classes
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 07/08/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
07/11/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 07/08/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
07/11/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 07/08/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
07/11/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 06/25/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/27/2027 - 07/08/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
07/25/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
07/11/2027 - 07/23/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/09/2027 - 07/28/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 07/08/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
07/11/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/08/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 08/05/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
06/13/2027 - 06/20/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
07/11/2027 - 07/18/2027
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.
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.
Camps, K-12
01/18/2027 - 01/18/2027
Kids in grades 1–4 can swim, play, dance, and make new Camp Wise friends!
Get ready for an afternoon of fun at the J! Kids in grades 1–4 will swim, play gym games, dance to music, enjoy snacks, and make memories with old and new camp friends. The party is FREE, but registration is required.
Camps, K-12
11/25/2026 - 11/25/2026
New and returning campers, join us for an afternoon at Adrenaline Monkey!
New and returning campers, join us for a special afternoon at Adrenaline Monkey! Reconnect with your 2026 cabin mates, friends, and staff—or meet the Camp Wise community for the first time. Thinking about Camp Wise in 2027? Bring a friend and join us!
Early Childhood, Jewish Life, K-12
12/06/2026 - 12/06/2026
Hanukkah fun for families with crafts, sensory play, games, and festive treats.
Celebrate Hanukkah at the Mandel JCC with crafts, sensory play, games, and festive treats! Join us for a fun-filled celebration for families with children ages 0–8. Free and open to the community.
K-12
08/24/2026 - 06/04/2027
Give your child a place to learn, grow, and thrive after school, with new enrichment options this year.
Give your child a place to learn, grow, and thrive after school. J-Kids After School Program offers a safe, fun environment where kids build confidence and make lasting friendships. From creative arts to active play, our enrichment options include dance, swimming, chess, music, and sports, giving every child the chance to discover what they love.
Camps, K-12
12/12/2026 - 12/12/2026
Kids will dance, play, and kick up their boots at our Country Roads Rodeo!
Yeehaw! Kids will dance, play rodeo-inspired games, and kick up their boots with cowboy hats and bandanas. The fun includes country music, dancing, and plenty of Wild West spirit! Kosher dinner & dessert included.
Camps, K-12
11/14/2026 - 11/14/2026
Kids will dance, play, swim, and get their glow on at our Glow Party!
Light up the night! Kids will dance, play glow-in-the-dark games, enjoy neon face paint and glowing accessories, then party under colorful lights. The fun also includes free swim in our indoor pool! Kosher dinner & dessert included.
Aquatics, K-12, Adult
12/06/2026 - 12/20/2026
Learn to prevent, recognize, and respond to emergencies and provide care until EMS arrives. This certification includes online and in-person training. Successful participants are required to work at the Mandel JCC.
Learn to prevent, recognize, and respond to emergencies and provide care until EMS personnel take over. This certification combines online coursework with in-person classes. Successful participants are required to work at the Mandel JCC. The online portion is assigned upon registration and must be completed at least one week before the first in-person class.
Aquatics, K-12, Adult
12/20/2026 - 12/22/2026
Learn to prevent, recognize, and respond to emergencies and provide care until EMS arrives. This certification includes online and in-person training. Successful participants are required to work at the Mandel JCC.
Learn to prevent, recognize, and respond to emergencies and provide care until EMS personnel take over. This certification combines online coursework with in-person classes. Successful participants are required to work at the Mandel JCC. The online portion is assigned upon registration and must be completed at least one week before the first in-person class.
Aquatics, K-12, Adult
11/22/2026 - 11/25/2026
Learn to prevent, recognize, and respond to emergencies and provide care until EMS arrives. This certification includes online and in-person training. Successful participants are required to work at the Mandel JCC.
Learn to prevent, recognize, and respond to emergencies and provide care until EMS personnel take over. This certification combines online coursework with in-person classes. Successful participants are required to work at the Mandel JCC. The online portion is assigned upon registration and must be completed at least one week before the first in-person class.
Fitness, K-12, Adult
11/14/2026 - 11/14/2026
Register to play, compete, and test your skills at our FREE Open Play Pickleball Day!
Perfect for beginner and intermediate players looking for fun, social play in a noncompetitive environment. Register individually, with weekly Join us for FREE Open Play Pickleball Day! Enjoy indoor open play, skill-level assessments, and a challenge court where you can test your skills against high-level players. Bring a partner or play someone new. All skill levels are welcome! Please bring your own paddle. Registration is required.
K-12
10/11/2026 - 12/13/2026
Playmakers Jr. introduces K–1st graders to theater through fun, imagination, and creativity.
Playmakers Jr. offers our youngest performers a fun-filled exploration of theater. This class-meets-rehearsal-process experience helps students strengthen resilience, flex their imagination, celebrate courage, and practice a growth mindset through improv, creative movement, storytelling, and character play. It’s a total blast!
K-12, Arts and Ideas
10/06/2026 - 02/07/2027
Auditions Feb 1 at 11:00 am or 12:30 pm, rehearsals mid-February, shows May 7–17.
Join us for our first Playmakers show of the year, The Sound of Music: Youth Edition, a full-scale musical you won’t want to miss. Students are required to audition on September 30 from 5:30–8:30 p.m. The show runs January 28–February 7. Contact emiller@mandeljcc.org for details and the audition packet.
Camps, K-12
11/24/2026 - 11/24/2026
Enjoy games, creative activities, friends, and free swim at Thanksgiving Vacation Camp! Extended Care Available.
Spend your school break having a blast at Vacation Camp! Kids will enjoy games, creative activities, time with friends, and free swim in our indoor pool. Each day brings something new to explore! Extended Care available.
Camps, K-12
11/25/2026 - 11/25/2026
Enjoy games, creative activities, friends, and free swim at Thanksgiving Vacation Camp! Extended Care Available.
Spend your school break having a blast at Vacation Camp! Kids will enjoy games, creative activities, time with friends, and free swim in our indoor pool. Each day brings something new to explore! Extended Care available.
Fitness, K-12, Adult
11/01/2026 - 11/30/2026
Build strength, boost endurance, enhance mobility and gain Women’s fitness program: build strength and confidence with flexible one, two, or three-day weekly options.
The Mandel JCC has teamed up with group fitness instructor Ronly Omer to offer a functional training program designed specifically for women. Through fun, creative workouts, you'll build strength, improve endurance, enhance mobility and boost confidence. Open to all fitness levels, classes are offered three times a week, with monthly packages available for one, two or three days per week. Classes meet Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and Tuesdays & Thursdays at 7 p.m.
Fitness, K-12, Adult
11/01/2026 - 11/30/2026
Build strength, boost endurance, enhance mobility and gain confidence in a supportive community of women.
The Mandel JCC has teamed up with group fitness instructor Ronly Omer to offer a functional training program designed specifically for women. Through fun, creative workouts, you'll build strength, improve endurance, enhance mobility and boost confidence. Open to all fitness levels, classes are offered three times a week, with monthly packages available for one, two or three days per week. Classes meet Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and Tuesdays & Thursdays at 7 p.m.
Fitness, K-12, Adult
11/01/2026 - 11/30/2026
Build strength, boost endurance, enhance mobility and gain confidence in a supportive community of women.
The Mandel JCC has teamed up with group fitness instructor Ronly Omer to offer a functional training program designed specifically for women. Through fun, creative workouts, you'll build strength, improve endurance, enhance mobility and boost confidence. Open to all fitness levels, classes are offered three times a week, with monthly packages available for one, two or three days per week. Classes meet Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and Tuesdays & Thursdays at 7 p.m.
K-12 Leadership
Konner Lashley
Director, J-Day Camps and Youth Services
216-593-6236
Emma Miller
Playmakers Youth Theatre Director
216-593-6287
Lauren Miller
Assistant Director, J-Day Camps
216-593-6222
Rachel Hildebrandt
Registrar
216-593-6249
