Staenberg Kooper Fellman Campus

Jewish Community Center of Omaha

Programs & Events for Kids

Beyond our Enrichment Academy classes, we offer numerous programs for kids of all ages! Click on any of the links below for more information on these popular offerings.
Current Enrichment Academy Classes

Our Enrichment Academy classes offer a little extra for Members! We encourage all JCC Members who are not yet in Kindergarten to join us. We look forward to exploring with you! All classes are held at the ELC. Registration is required. Contact us to learn more.

Mondays, September 16, 23 & 30
Play With Clay I – Age 2
11:00-11:30 a.m. | Cost: $112
Join professional artist, Vanessa Piper, to explore sensory play with clay. Students will have the opportunity create and glaze their own pottery piece. (Max 6)

Mondays, September 16, 23 & 30
Pre-School Pottery I – Age 3-5
1:00-1:45 p.m. or 2:00-2:45 p.m.
Cost: $100
Class introduces students to clay and all of the fun things we can make with it! Each student will have the opportunity to create and glaze their own pottery piece. (Max 8)

Tuesdays, October 1 & 8
Construction Zone – Age 3-5
1:00-1:45 p.m. or 2:00-2:45 p.m.
Cost: $50
Discover how things work through art, games, music and movement! (Max 10)

Thursday, October 7
Animal Kingdom Pop Up – Age 3-5
3:15-4:00 p.m. | Cost: $25
One day only. It’s like a trip to the zoo but more convenient! Explore the animal kingdom through sensory play, stories, arts, music and movement! (Max 10)

Tuesday, October 15
Construction Zone Pop-Up – Age 2
11:00-11:30 a.m. | Cost: $30
One day only! Kids can discover how things work through art, games, music and movement! (Max 6)

Mondays, November 4, 11 & 18
Play With Clay II – Age 2
11:00-11:30 a.m. | Cost: $112
Vanessa Piper is back just in time for the holidays! Students will work with clay and have the opportunity to create and glaze their own pottery piece. (Max 6)

Mondays, November 4, 11 & 18
Pre-School Pottery II – Age 3-5
1:00-1:45 p.m. or 2:00-2:45 p.m.
Cost: $100
Just in time for the holidays, Miss Nessy is back! Students will explore hand building, coils, pinching, and slab. Student will create and glaze their own piece. (Max 8)

Thursday, November 7
Two by Two Animal Pop-Up – Age 2
11:00-11:30 a.m. | Cost: $30
One day only. It’s like a trip to the zoo but more convenient! Explore the animal kingdom through sensory play, stories, arts, music and movement! (Max 6)

Kids Night Out

Kids take over at the J as parents can enjoy a night out on the town while knowing their children are being cared for by our trained and professional staff. Kids will enjoy a fun “themed” evening. Available for children ages 3 to 12 years old. Limited spacing.

Saturday Night Dance Parties

Join our fabulous dance staff in the JCC Youth Lounge for a Saturday night filled with dinner, fun, dancing, and entertainment. Saturday Night Dance Parties are held in the JCC Youth Lounge. Available for children ages 3 to 12 years old.

Dance Programs

Members and Non Members, ages 2+ have the opportunity to take dance classes through our Performing Arts Department. These classes are great preparatory programs that aid the development of rhythm and coordination!

Sports Programs

Our sports programs focus on strengthening the skills and fundamentals of each particular sport. Programs are according to participant age.

Aquatic Programs

We offer several levels of swim programming for our youngest members. Popular options include our Baby & Me Swim Lessons and Group Lessons. Our family-friendly facilities offer something for everyone.

Online Registration

Online registration is EASY! Simply click the button at right to get started. Once at the registration page, search for the classes you wish to register for. Enrichment classes typically fill quickly so please register early.

For More Information Contact:

Member Services Desk
(402) 334-6426

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