Get fit in 2012 with the Marblehead JCC

The following was submitted by the Jewish Community Center of the North Shore:

Special delivery! State-of-the-art new True Treadmills have arrived at the JCC! The J is getting dozens of new pieces of strength and cardio equipment – including 25 new spin bikes with virtual technology, new ellipticals and more.  It’s the perfect time to join! Look for news about an exciting January membership offer and call for a tour today! 781-631-8330.

New Year, New Family Fun & Fitness
Registration is open for Winter Programs and classes are filling fast! The Winter Guide is packed with exciting, NEW programs for everyone in the family. Check it out at www.jccns.org or stop by the JCC. Look for…

• Family Fun: The J is THE place to be for families this winter. Bring the kids to ice skate, swim in our heated indoor pool, or join some of our great winter events like the Summer in Winter Beach Party and the Sunday Snow Day Festival.
• Kids Sports: Keep your kids moving this winter with the JCC’s indoor sports classes. Pick from Tennis, Soccer, Floor Hockey, Basketball, Dance, Baseball and Tae Kwon Do!
• Preschool Enrichment Programs: Your kids will love our new line-up of Preschool Enrichment Programs. Try Super Science Sleuths, Sculpt It, Book Club for Kids and more!
• Adventure on the Hill: The North Shore’s best after-school program offers Robotics, Swimming, Creative Chefs, Homework Help, Inventors Workshop, Sports Club and more. Flexible hours, competitive prices – and we pick up at most local elementary schools!
• Swimming: Sign up now for the new session of JCC swim lessons for babies through adults.
• Piloxing: This workout for the stars is coming to the J! Piloxing is a blend of Pilates, boxing and dance. It’s just one of our 89 FREE fitness classes each week.

Caring for the Caregiver
Are you caring for an aging loved one? Will you some day? Don't miss this special presentation Wednesday, Jan 4, at 12:00pm, that defines who and what a caregiver is and describes the challenges associated with care giving. We'll share tips on preventing caregiver burnout and how caregivers can take better care of themselves. Presented by the JCC and Aviv Centers for Living. FREE. A light lunch will be served. Save your spot by calling JCC Fitness Director Alison Licker at 781-631-8330.

Learn & Play at the JCC: FREE Winter Family Events
Come experience why the JCC Early Childhood Program is the best choice for your family! We welcome children ages 2 months to 5 years. We have experienced teachers, an impressive curriculum and great amenities, including an indoor pool, gymnasium and dance studio.  We’re holding several free family events and open houses this winter where you can meet our teachers and tour our classrooms.  Contact Early Childhood Director Amy Battinelli for more information and a tour! 781-631-8330 or abattinelli@jccns.com.

• Summer in Winter Party on Saturday, Jan. 7, 5:30-8:00pm  Go for a swim, sip fruit smoothies and play Beach Blanket Bingo, as we pretend for a day that it’s summer!
• Open House on Wed., Jan 11, 9:30am Meet our experienced teachers and tour classrooms
• Family Zumba & Sports Day on Sunday, Jan 22, 1:00-3:00pm Join a Family Zumba class and play sports in the gym.
• Swim & Skate on Sat. Feb 4, 5:30-8:00pm Go for a swim in our heated indoor pool or lace up your skates for some outdoor fun!
• Sunday Snow Day on Sunday, Feb 12, 1:00-3:00pm We’ll skate, sled, make snowmen and enjoy maple syrup popsicles and hot cocoa.

Hoop Dreams
Sign up now for the J’s 5th Annual Jimmy Myers Basketball Tournament on Monday, January 16th. This popular hoops contest welcomes kids (grades 3 and up) and adults. Put together a team and join the fun. Go to www.jccns.org for details or call Andrew at 781-631-8330.

JamRoom
Teens are having a blast making music in the JCC’s JamRoom. Open every afternoon and on weekends, the JamRoom has guitars, drums, keyboards that teens use to rock out. We have jam sessions, too, with North Shore Teen Initiative. The next one is January 8th. Everyone’s welcome. Call us for more details at 781-631-8330.