In Person. Extend your child's Friday at the J with our exciting Havurah program, which blends art-making, storytelling, and theater with Jewish culture and traditions. Through creative projects that include visual arts and performance, children will explore Torah stories, Jewish holidays, and values. Students will co-create scenes, craft personalized books, and build artistic projects inspired by Jewish stories.
swimFrom $750Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side
15 Fridays (except Nov 27, Dec 25, + Jan 1) Enjoy an introduction to the water in this class full of lively songs and water exploration. Classes will focus on comfort, breath control, verbal swim cues, skill demonstrations, and safety in and out of the water.
soccerFrom $38JCC Harlem · Harlem
In person at JCC Harlem. Join us this winter season for some INDOOR soccer learning with Coach Alex. Stellar Soccer was created with one GOAL in mind: to set an atmosphere of fun, soccer learning in a stress-free environment. Our play-based curriculum is built through a rich setting of early childhood educators. Lesson plans are created in advance and are reshaped to the development of each pod. Children will learn basic skills such as trapping, dribbling, and more. So get in on the fun and together we will make some GOALS!!! It is of deep importance to us that our programs be financially accessible for all. If your family would like to discuss financial assistance for any of our programs, please email info@jccharlem.org. Except Dates: Nov 27
From $720Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side
15 Fridays: Sep 18, 2026- Jan 15, 2027 (Except: Nov 26, Dec 25, Jan 1) In Person. The JCC is partnering with Empire Baseball to offer a fun-filled sports class for your little one! Children ages 18-24 months (Baby Bats) will "play ball" and a variety of fun sports activities and games as they learn to run, jump, catch, throw, and hit - and even begin to learn the basics of baseball!
From $720Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan · Upper West Side
15 Fridays: Sep 18, 2026- Jan 15, 2027 (Except: Nov 26, Dec 25, Jan 1) In Person. The JCC is partnering with Empire Baseball to offer a fun-filled sports class for your little one! Children ages 2-3 years (Little Bats) will "play ball" and a variety of fun sports activities and games as they learn to run, jump, catch, throw, and hit - and even begin to learn the basics of baseball!
outdoorChildren's Museum of Manhattan · Upper West Side
This fall term runs October 9 through December 18 as a multi-week series at the Children's Museum of Manhattan.
musicGymboree Play & Music, Upper West Side · Upper West Side
What to expect in class:Engage your little one in a multi-age music class which provides opportunities not only to learn musical techniques, styles, and about different instruments, but also supports social and emotional development.Benefits:Physical: Sensory exploration time is supported while children practice their motor skills, which is crucial for your child’s overall development.Cognitive: Music play helps activate parts of the brain responsible for music and speech processing. It creates an early appreciation of music and supports language development.Social: Through music, you can hear and feel emotions. Tunes can be happy, sad, or angry! This supports social development in understanding emotions in a new way.Adults: You get to engage with your little one making emotional connections and strong bonds. Being involved in your child’s play helps both you feel more connected.
musicGymboree Play & Music, Upper West Side · Upper West Side
Just like that your little one is walking! They might not be steady, but they’ve taken their first few steps! Now more than ever is the time to build those muscles, strengthen those legs, and let those little ones take off!We’ll explore new physical challenges every week through teacher-led activities, with a focus on different ways to use each piece of our equipment. Crawl through tunnels, explore different textures, slide down slides (or climb up slides!), toddle over bridges, or take a ride in a swing!! We’ll also practice social skills and memory building through sing-alongs and group-play.
sensoryGymboree Play & Music, Upper West Side · Upper West Side
(Newborns) Just getting comfortable being out of the house and beginning to explore!What to expect in class:You’ll learn a variety of ways to play with your newest little bundle of joy. Non-mobile babies are exposed to sensory play, songs, and the beginnings of social play. Meet like-minded parents while our expert teachers lead you through nurturing exercises and activities that stimulate your baby’s brain development. The first stepping stone to sparking a love of learning!