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.
Enrichment Academy Classes: Age 2

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.

CLASSES FOR AGE 2

Frozen TWO
Tuesday, January 21
11:00-11:30 a.m. | Members: $30
Play with Miss Amanda, Elsa, Olaf, and Sven as we explore winter through music, movement, and sensory play. (Max 6)

Moana TWO
Mondays, February 10
11:00-11:30 a.m. | Members: $80
Sail away with Moana and Miss Shira as we explore water, wind, and island life through music, movement, art, sensory play. (Max 6)

Dr. De Soto the Dentist
Thursday, February 21
11:00-11:30 a.m. | Members: $30
Open wide! Miss Amanda is bringing a REAL LIVE DENTIST to teach our students how to take excellent care of their teeth! (Max 6)

Trash Truck
Thursday, March 6
11:00-11:30 a.m. | Members: $30
Join Miss Shira and Hank for a Trash Truck adventure! Get ready for fun with art, music, sensory play, and movement! (Max 6)

Bluey
Monday, March 17
11:00-11:30 a.m. | Members: $30
We’re going Down Under with Australia’s own Miss Amanda as our guide…and with help from Bluey and Bingo, of course (Max 6)

Lego
Monday, April 7
11:00-11:30 a.m. | Members: $30
We’re learning brick by brick and know that you (and your mini-fig) will fit in great! (Max 6)

Enrichment Academy Classes: Ages 3-5

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.

CLASSES FOR AGE 3-5

Something to CHAIR-ish
Monday, January 6, 13
1:00-1:45 p.m. |  Members: $80
2:00-2:45 p.m. |  Members: $80
Build, design, and create your very own chair that you get to take home! (Max 10)

Frozen
Tuesday, January 21
11:00-11:30 a.m. |  Members: $30
Join Miss Amanda and Queen Elsa on an adventure through Arendale! (Max 10)

Moana
Mondays, Jan. 27, Feb. 3, 10
1:00-1:45 p.m. |  Members: $75
2:00-2:45 p.m. |  Members: $75
We’ll search for the heart of Te Fiti through way finding, art, music, and cooking! (Max 10)

Super Bowl Pop Up
Friday, February 7
1:00-1:45 p.m. |  Members: $25
2:00-2:45 p.m. |  Members: $25
Get excited for the big game with art, snacks, music, and games! (Max 10)

Dr. De Soto the Dentist
Thursday, February 21
1:00-1:45 p.m. |  Members: $25
2:00-2:45 p.m. |  Members: $25
Miss Amanda is bringing a REAL LIVE DENTIST to teach our students how to take excellent care of their teeth! (Max 10)

Trash Truck
Thursday, Feb. 27, March 6, 13
1:00-1:45 p.m. |  Members: $75
2:00-2:45 p.m. |  Members: $75
Hank and Miss Shira are cleaning up the ELC! Will you help them? (Max 10)

Me, You-ey & Bluey
Monday, March 3, 10, 17
1:00-1:45 p.m. |  Members: $75
2:00-2:45 p.m. |  Members: $75
We’re going Down Under with Australia’s own Miss Amanda as our guide…and with help from Bluey and Bingo, of course! (Max 10)

Brick by Brick Lego Class
Monday, April 7
1:00-1:45 p.m. |  Members: $75
2:00-2:45 p.m. |  Members: $75
We’re learning brick by brick and know that you (and your mini-fig) will fit in great! (Max 10)

Performing Arts Classes

The JCC Performing Arts Department is proud to offer classes to students of the ELC. Upon registration students will be placed in the proper morning class. Class time will be given the week before the class starts. Questions? Contact Esther Katz at (402) 334-6406.

Performing Arts Spring Semester: January 5 – May 3

ELC Music & Movement
ELC Students Only, Age 3 by 10/1/24 & Potty Trained
Wednesdays, TBD | code: 18-205
Members: $188 semester / $47 monthly

ELC Pre Ballet I (4s)
ELC Students Only, Ages 4–5, Pre-K
Thursdays, TBD | code: 18-212
Members: $188 semester / $47 monthly

ELC AcroDance (4s)
ELC Students Only, Ages 4-5, PreK
Fridays, TBD | code: 18-262
Members: $128 semester / $32 monthly

Athletic Classes

ELC students are encouraged to join us in the Athletic Department for these fun and active classes. Questions? Contact Jake Lenagh at (402) 590-2143.

Soccer Stars (ELC)
ELC Students Only, Ages 18 months – 5 years
We’re partnering with Soccer Stars to build soccer skills, develop self-confidence, improve gross motor skills, and practice socialization.

Session I: January 8-29
Session II: February 5-26
Session III: March 5-26
Session IV: April 2-30

Age 18-24 mo. (ELC Rm 5/4)
Wednesdays, 10:10-10:40 a.m.
Member: $70 – Pricing per session

Age 2 (ELC Rm 6/7)
Wednesdays, 10:40-11:10 a.m.
Member: $70 – Pricing per session

Age 3 (ELC Rm 8/9)
Wednesdays, 11:10-11:40 a.m.
Members: $70 – Pricing per session

Age 4-5 (ELC Rm 10/11)
Wednesdays, 1:00-1:30 p.m.
Members: $70 – Pricing per session

Athletes of Tomorrow
ELC Students Only, Ages 3-5
ELC students will explore fundamentals of various sports and participate in non-sport activities that build hand eye coordination and teamwork. Kids gain confidence and have fun!

Age 3 (ELC Rm 8/9)
February 4 – April 29
Tuesday, 12:45-1:15 p.m.
Members: $150

Age 4-5 (ELC Rm 10/11)
February 4 – April 29
Tuesday, 12:45-1:15 p.m.
Members: $150

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!

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

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.

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The Jewish Community Center has been a big part of Omaha for more than eight decades! We opened our doors in 1925 and still, today continue to serve everyone in the community with our state-of-the-art facilities, outstanding programs, and dedicated staff. We’ve been here in the past, we’re here today and we’ll be here tomorrow.

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