aerial view of the outdoor Goldstein Aquatic Center at the Omaha JCC

This Week at the J

Sunday, August 30-Saturday, September 5 

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group swim lessons

Session VI: Group Swim Lessons Registration Opens August 31

Ages: 3 months + | JCC Member & Non Member

Group Swim Lessons are offered at a variety of levels and help improve general swim ability. Participants will receive an evaluation card at end of each session. Advanced registration is required. Please contact the Aquatics Department at 402.334.6473 if you need help determining your child’s swim level placement.

Register for Group Swim Lessons
 

Homeschool Programming: Art & Gym

Thursdays, Sept. 3 - Dec. 17 | 12:30-3:00 pm
Ages 5-16

Art Programming: 12:30-1:30 pm
Gym Programming: 2:00-3:00 pm

Homeschool kids are invited to meet up with their peers for special programming at the J. Kids can choose between art activities, gym activities, or register for both. Kids who are enrolled in both can stay between art and gym for a snack and social time.

Register for Homeschool Programming
 

Sketch Comedy & Improv for Adults

Wednesdays, Sept. 9 - Oct. 28 | 6:00-7:30 pm
Ages 18+ | JCC Member $66  | Non Member $89

This class focuses on learning the fundamentals of sketch comedy, expanding improvisational skills, and learning acting technique for adults of all backgrounds (no experience needed). Students will learn comedic writing, improv technique, ensemble & partner work, scene analysis, and put those skills to use in both life and performance.

Register for Adult Comedy & Improv
 
Sound Bath sound bowls

Sound Healing Sound Bath

Sunday, September 6 | 1:15-2:15 PM
Ages 16+ | JCC Member $30  | Non Member $40

Find your calm with our rejuvenating Sound Bath Sessions. Join us for a deeply immersive experience featuring singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and the soothing ocean drum. Let the therapeutic vibrations guide you into deep relaxation, reduce stress, and restore your sense of well-being.
Open to all. No experience necessary. Spaces are limited. 

Register for Sound Bath
 
fall youth sports registration

4 Options for Fall Youth Soccer at the J: PreK through 8th Grade 

Soccer Stars is a national organization that offers a comprehensive, developmental soccer experience. Their philosophy goes beyond teaching the fundamentals of the sport. They use the soccer ball as a vehicle to instill important life lessons, develop skills, boost confidence, and develop teamwork in every class.

Soccer Stars Rec League

PreK-2nd Grade

Tuesdays & Saturdays | Sept.15 - Oct. 29

Register for Rec League

Friday Drop-in Soccer

AGES 8-14

Fridays, Sept. 4 - Oct. 30 | 5:00-6:30 pm

Register for Drop-in Soccer

Soccer Stars Clinics

AGES 2-10 | Sept. 6 - Nov. 1

Thursday evenings or Sunday mornings

Register for Clinics

School's Out Soccer Clinics

AGES 5-12

Select days - see website for all dates/times.

Register for School's Out Clinics
 
fall youth sports registration

Inclusive Sports Evening 

Wednesday, September 16 | 5-6:30 pm
Ages 8-19 | FREE (registration required)

The Violet Hour Foundation and Play It Forward are local non-profits that serve children and teens with disabilities. This special evening of sports will focus on basketball, soccer, and volleyball. Participants are encouraged to attend with a guardian who can act as their helper. If no guardian is available, please email Anna Palubecki at anna@violethourfoundation.com, and she will pair participants with a volunteer helper.

Register for Inclusive Sports Evening
 
ditmars orchard

Ditmar’s Orchard Excursion

Ages 55+ | Tuesday, September 22 | 1-3:30 pm
$25 with wine tasting | $15 without tasting

From apple cider donuts to hayrack rides, Ditmar’s Orchard & Vineyard provides no lack of fall fun. Next Chapter will be meeting up to take in the fall atmosphere and do a wine tasting together. Pricing is with and without the wine tasting.

Register for Ditmar's Orchard Excursion
 

This Week's Building Hours

SUN

7:30 am-7 pm

MON-THUR

5 am-9 pm

FRI

5 am-7 pm

SAT

7:30 am-7 pm

NEW FALL Open Gym Times

Open gym times are not a guarantee. Check with Member Services for the most up-to-date schedule.

SUN

10:30 am-7 pm

MON

5-11:30 am
1-9 pm

TUE

6:30 am-9 pm

WED

5 am-12 pm
1-9 pm

THUR

5-11:45 am
1-9 pm

FRI

6:30-11:45 am
1-7 pm

SAT

7:30 am-7 pm

The Indoor Lap Pool is closed this week for annual maintenance.

All lap swim and water fitness classes will move outside during this time. All hours and water feature use are weather and staff permitting.

This Week's Outdoor Pool Hours

Remember your ID. JCC membership ID required to access the Outdoor Pool.

SUN

7:30-10 am | Lap Swim & Programs (Outdoor Lap Pool)

8-10 am |Adult Water Walking (Outdoor Lazy River)

10 am-6 pm | Open Swim & Family Swim (Full Outdoor Complex)

MON-THUR

5 am-12 pm | Lap Swim & Programs (Outdoor Lap Pool)

8 am-12 pm | Adult Water Walking (Outdoor Lazy River)

12-4 pm | Open Swim (Outdoor Lap Pool ONLY)

12-8 pm | Splash Pad

4-8 pm | Open Swim & Family Swim (Full Outdoor Complex)

FRI

5 am-12 pm | Lap Swim & Programs (Outdoor Lap Pool)

8 am-12 pm | Adult Water Walking (Outdoor Lazy River)

12-4 pm | Open Swim (Outdoor Lap Pool ONLY)

12-6 pm | Splash Pad

4-6 pm | Open Swim & Family Swim (Full Outdoor Complex)

SAT

7:30-10 am | Lap Swim & Programs (Outdoor Lap Pool)

8-10 am | Adult Water Walking (Outdoor Lazy River)

10 am-6 pm | Open Swim & Family Swim (Full Outdoor Complex)

 

Ongoing Programs 7 Days a Week

The J provides continuous programming for all walks of life, from six weeks old to seniors in their 90s. We proudly serve everyone in the Omaha metro area community with our state-of-the-art facilities, outstanding programs, and highly dedicated staff.

Visit the JCC Website
 

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