JCC Pittsburgh

Outdoor Zumba Gold with Bonnie was so much fun! See all our fitness offerings: https://jccpgh.org/jccpghvirtual-live-schedules/

GET HYPED, PITTSBURGH! We’re officially bringing The Spartan Workout Tour straight to you on May 2. This INTENSE badass 90-minute workout is perfect for all levels of athletes, from fitness newbies to Spartan Pros. The Spartan Workout Tour in Pittsburgh will be a one-time experience at the JCC’s Family Park in Monroeville. Registration is limited to 14 year olds and up. You’ll work up a serious sweat with Spartan SGX Coaches, learn new fitness hacks and meet fellow athletes, all in a safe, socially distanced setting. Plus, all participants will walk away with a commemorative Workout Tour tee shirt and Delta Wedge.

BIG NEWS SOUTH HILLS: Zumba Gold is moving outside! The 5 pm Thursday Zumba Gold class with Bonnie will be a South Hills in person Pop In class beginning on April 15. Class will be held in the backyard. Please come into the building before class for the health screening. Don’t forget to bring a water bottle and your dance moves. In case of rain, the class will be held virtually. Monday Zumba Gold will remain virtual. Learn more about our fitness offerings: https://jccpgh.org/jccpghvirtual-live-schedules/

Here's our Healthy and Fit Tip of the Week: Stand Taller, Look 10 Pounds Thinner! If the eyes are the windows to the soul, then posture is a lens to our health. Sit and stand with proper posture and you will physically look 10 years youngerand 10 pounds lighter. Psychologically, good posture conveys confidence, poise and leadership. Good posture results when the muscles of the body align properly, allowing for efficient movement. When your body’s muscles and joints are balanced and supported, you’re better able to perform everyday activities, such as squatting to pick up laundry or running down a flight of stairs efficiently. Learn more: https://jccpgh.org/blog/healthy-and-fit-tip-of-the-week/

Our Aquatics department is hiring in multiple locations! Become a JCC lifeguard and help us splash into summer! More info: https://jccpgh.org/employment/

On Monday, April 19, the Center for Loving Kindness - JCC Pittsburgh along with Braver Angels will be hosting a FREE workshop to teach you strategies for both listening and speaking with people who have differing political opinions but not to try to change anyone’s mind. You will learn and practice skills for having respectful conversations that clarify differences, search for common ground, and affirm the importance of meaningful dialogue. Come to learn new skills (or reinforce existing skills) and practice in a comfortable, low-stakes environment.

Thanks to Common Plea Catering and Table Magazine for this sneak peek at the delicious food inside our Little Night watch party boxes! Get your watch party box before they sell out: https://one.bidpal.net/littlenight/ticketing

Happy New Year from all of us at the JCC!

"I have never valued my 32-year JCC membership more than during this pandemic. The JCC staff has worked tirelessly to keep me healthy physically and mentally, with a mix of virtual Group Ex and SilverSneakers classes, as well as pop in socially distanced outdoor classes. I have also appreciated AgeWell services, especially the Lunch Meals to Go and the flu and shingles vaccine drive through clinics. The JCC is a community treasure!" - JCC Member Marta Wilkin

Did you know legendary Steelers defensive lineman, Brett Keisel, will be joining us for Little Night? Join him along with Liz Berlin, Billy Porter, Mike Clark, Loop Rawlins, and more! Get tickets here: bidpal.net/littlenight

"My JCC membership means the world to me. It fosters my fitness physically, spiritually and mentally every day, but now that is more vital than ever. I love coming here in person and seeing everyone as I exercise virtually. It also fills me with such joy to see how much the ECDC and its wonderful staff does for my precious little girl." - Emily Thomas (aka Chloe Barlow)

Thanks to Jim Busis of the Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle for giving blood on Mitzvah Day and sending us this picture! We're proud to have hosted Mitzvah Day in partnership with Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh and Vitalant - Pittsburgh.

With the Governor’s new mandate in place effective Saturday, December 12, we want to share with you how this impacts service delivery at the JCC. Click here to learn more.

With the governor’s limited-time mitigation order set to expire in several days, we want to confirm that the JCC plans to reopen fitness and aquatics facilities and related programming on Monday, January 4 at 8 am. Read more: https://jccpgh.org/jcc-coronavirus-watch/

Want to support the JCC's recovery while enjoying a big virtual party? We've got the perfect event for you! Join us for Little Night on January 23! RSVP on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/682877279079887 Learn more: bidpal.net/littlenight

Come dive into the JCC Aquatics department! We have openings for: Full time aquatics specialist in our South Hills location: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob... Part-time lifeguards in our Squirrel Hill and South Hills locations: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob We offer a free health membership and there is free parking in the South Hills. Must be certified in Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR/AED, and possess or be able to obtain Act 33/34, FBI clearances and Mandated Reporter training. Send Resume and Cover Letter to: JCC Squirrel Hill Carla LikarAquatics Department 5738 Forbes AvenuePittsburgh, PA 15217 Equal Opportunity Employer

"On Chanukah, we're reminded that you don't just have to look for the helpers, you can be a helper." Watch Shannon Perrine WTAE's interview with Rabbi Ron Symons of Center for Loving Kindness - JCC Pittsburgh here: https://www.wtae.com//pittsburgh-prepares-to-begi/34927211

Anyone who takes 8 online JCC classes, works out at the JCC in person 8 times, or does a combination of both for 8 total sessions this month will be entered into a random drawing. The prize will be some great Silver Sneaker and fitness gear to help you with your workouts!

Tonight at 7 PM, Join the Center for Loving Kindness - JCC Pittsburgh for Excerpts We Should Read, Talk About and Act On: Important Passages To Guide Us On Being Antiracist, a conversation series exploring ideas from leading authors for building a more equal and just future. December 10 focuses on Robin DiAngelo’s White Fragility.

The college application and selection process can be overwhelming and time consuming. The Second Floor at the JCC College Prep series will give parents and teens important and relevant information about the college application and selection process as well as give teens concrete tools and skills to utilize during the college selection process. Register now!

For the past two years, Michelle Hunter has been Program Coordinator with AgeWell Pittsburgh at the JCC. With on site programming for seniors suspended since March 14 due to the pandemic, she has been applying her organizational talents to coordinating the AgeWell Delivers meal delivery program and leading meal packing efforts twice weekly with JCC staff and volunteers. The Meals to Go and AgeWell Delivers programs provide five meals to almost 200 individuals each week. A lo...t of our seniors miss the social interactions of dining in the J Cafe, and I know I miss seeing their faces here, Michelle says. We’ve been able to adapt and provide a much needed service to our community. There are occasions when I’m on the delivery runs and the joy and appreciation warms my heart. She adds, Special thanks to the JCC and Aladdin kitchen staff, community volunteers, Security, Access/PRN transportation teams, Maintenance, and all those who have dedicated time to this new normal. Read more about our frontline helpers here: https://jccpgh.org/blog/thanking-our-front-line-helpers/

Tomorrow at 7 PM, join the Center for Loving Kindness - JCC Pittsburgh for Excerpts We Should Read, Talk About and Act On: Important Passages To Guide Us On Being Antiracist, a conversation series exploring ideas from leading authors for building a more equal and just future. December 10 focuses on Robin DiAngelo’s White Fragility.

On November 15 at 3 PM, join us for Book Fest In Your Living Room Presents: Raffi Berg, Red Sea Spies: The True Story of Mossad’s Fake Diving Resort! Click below to register.

Veterans Day is a time to recognize and honor the men and women who have served our country in both war and peace. Like Americans of many faiths and backgrounds, Jews have served our country in uniform since the Revolutionary War. Join us and the Jewish Community Centers of North America (JCCs) today at 2:11 pm ET for the live Facebook premier of The National Jewish Community Celebration of Veterans Day.