Children's Classes
Unleash your child’s full potential with our wide range of engaging classes in sports, arts, dance, music, theater, baking, chess, sciences, and more!
Discover Endless Fun With Classes for Kids Ages 0-14!
Our JCC children’s classes provide exciting opportunities for kids to explore their passions, develop skills, and build lasting friendships. Designed for children of all ages and abilities, these programs offer a range of enriching activities, including sports, dance, music, theater, chess, and adaptive classes. Led by skilled and enthusiastic instructors, each class focuses on fostering creativity, confidence, and community.
Why Choose JCC Children’s Classes?
- Wide Variety of Programs: From active sports and creative arts to specialized adaptive classes, there’s something for every child.
- Supportive Environment: Our classes are designed to encourage self-expression, teamwork, and skill-building in a welcoming atmosphere.
- Experienced Instructors: Our dedicated team ensures that every class is engaging, educational, and fun.
Highlights of Our Classes
- Sports Programs: Develop coordination, teamwork, and a love for active play.
- Music and Dance: Ignite creativity through rhythm, movement, and melodies.
- Theater and Chess: Build confidence, critical thinking, and self-expression.
- Inclusive Opportunities: Adaptive classes provide a supportive space for all children to participate and thrive.
Ready to get started? Explore JCC children’s classes and find the perfect fit for your child. Whether they’re learning a new skill, pursuing a passion, or making new friends, every class is a step toward growth and discovery.
Be Productive While Your Child is Active with JWork!
Need a quiet spot to work, take a call, or relax while your child is off having fun? Reserve a time slot at our JWork coworking space located on the third floor. With private offices and common spaces available, you can cross important items off your to-do list at the one-stop shop that is JCC Greater Boston.
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Upcoming Classes
Spring ELC: Little Scientists (3-4 yrs) – Fridays
FOR ELC CHILDREN:Join us for a science adventure! Learn the basics of scientific reactions and then see them for yourself!…
Spring ELC: Little Chefs (4-5 yrs) – Fridays
FOR ELC CHILDREN: Join EmJ for a hands-on culinary exploration experience! Bake, cook, cut and chop (using child friendly…
Spring ELC: Little Scientists (4-5 yrs) – Fridays
FOR ELC CHILDREN: Join us for a science adventure! Learn the basics of scientific reactions and then see them for yourself!…
Spring Soccer (2-3 yrs) – Saturdays
Get moving with Super Soccer Stars! Super Soccer Stars uses the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve…
Spring Soccer (3-4 yrs) – Saturdays
Get moving with Super Soccer Stars! Super Soccer Stars uses the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve…
Chess Classes
Spring ELC: Little Scientists (3-4 yrs) – Fridays
FOR ELC CHILDREN:Join us for a science adventure! Learn the basics of scientific reactions and then see them for yourself!…
Spring ELC: Little Chefs (4-5 yrs) – Fridays
FOR ELC CHILDREN: Join EmJ for a hands-on culinary exploration experience! Bake, cook, cut and chop (using child friendly…
Spring ELC: Little Scientists (4-5 yrs) – Fridays
FOR ELC CHILDREN: Join us for a science adventure! Learn the basics of scientific reactions and then see them for yourself!…
Spring Soccer (2-3 yrs) – Saturdays
Get moving with Super Soccer Stars! Super Soccer Stars uses the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve…
Spring Soccer (3-4 yrs) – Saturdays
Get moving with Super Soccer Stars! Super Soccer Stars uses the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve…
Music, Art, & Dance Classes
Spring JamBABY (3 mon-3 yrs)
Join local studio Jammin with You for this music and movement class that puts the ROCK in Rock A Bye Baby! Your child will…
Soccer Classes
Spring Soccer (2-3 yrs) – Saturdays
Get moving with Super Soccer Stars! Super Soccer Stars uses the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve…
Spring Soccer (3-4 yrs) – Saturdays
Get moving with Super Soccer Stars! Super Soccer Stars uses the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve…
Spring Soccer (4-5 yrs) – Saturdays
Get moving with Super Soccer Stars! Super Soccer Stars uses the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve…
Spring Soccer (9-12 yrs) – Adaptive Class
Get moving with Super Soccer Stars – Shine Program! The Shine Program uses soccer to teach life skills to players with…
Spring 9am Soccer (2-3 yrs) – Sundays
Get moving with Super Soccer Stars! Super Soccer Stars uses the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve…
Tennis Classes
Spring 9am RedBall (4-5 yrs)
Spend time on the fundamentals, and experience a variety of drills and teaching games. This class is for beginning students…
Spring 10am RedBall (4-5 yrs)
Spend time on the fundamentals, and experience a variety of drills and teaching games. This class is for beginning students…
Spring 11am RedBall+ (K-2)
Spend time on the fundamentals, and experience a variety of drills and teaching games. This class is designed for beginners…
Spring Orange Ball (Gr.2-4)
Spend time on the fundamentals, and experience a variety of drills and teaching games. This class is designed for new…
Spring 1pm RedBall+ (K-2)
Spend time on the fundamentals, and experience a variety of drills and teaching games. This class is designed for beginners…
Basketball Classes
Spring Basketball (7-10 yrs)
Slam Dunk! Join Viking Kids Sports on the JCC's indoor basketball courts for an active and fun afternoon. Develop and…
Spring Basketball (5-8 yrs)
Slam Dunk! Join Viking Kids Sports on the JCC's indoor basketball courts for an active and fun afternoon. Develop and…
Spring Basketball (4-6 yrs)
Slam Dunk! Join Viking Kids Sports on the JCC's indoor basketball courts for an active and fun afternoon. Develop and…
Spring Basketball (5-8 yrs) – Thursdays
Slam Dunk! Join Viking Kids Sports on the JCC's indoor basketball courts for an active and fun afternoon. Develop and…
Spring Basketball (9-12 yrs)
Slam Dunk! Join Viking Kids Sports on the JCC's indoor basketball courts for an active and fun afternoon. Develop and…
Early Parenting Classes
Explore Early ParentingWelcome Baby Park Meetup – Framingham
Join us at the park! We will take a quick stroll to the playground area and hang out with other Welcome Baby families!…
Welcome Baby from Home (0-5 months) Winter/Spring
Welcome Baby From Home, a 5-week virtual program for parents of babies 0-5 months old, is focused on building Jewish…
Welcome Baby Stroller Walk – Sharon
Grab your sneakers and a beverage as we walk through the neighborhoods of Sharon with Welcome Baby! We will meet outside of…
Welcome Baby Park Meetup – Brookline
Meet and chat with other Welcome Baby families at this local park in Brookline. Join us for a few mornings or every week! No…
Little Wonders: A Sensory Noah’s Ark Adventure – Brookline
Little Wonders brings the timeless story of Noah’s Ark to life through the senses. This creative, rich and immersive program…
Inclusive Classes
Spring Adaptive Music Performance
Enjoy karaoke? Love to sing and/or dance? Show off your inner super star as you learn about music performance! Participants…
Meet the Team
Assistant Director, Family Programming
Shirah Hill-Cohen
Assistant Director, Family Programming
Shirah is a skilled Hebrew speaker and experienced teacher, having previously served as a teaching fellow in Israel and a leader at Jewish summer camps. Since 2019, she has been working at the JCC where she has taught virtual STEM classes and engaged with hundreds of our JCC families through children’s classes, JCC birthday parties, vacation day programs, and Discovery Club After School.
