General Information
Our Fitness Center features Star Trac® treadmills, stairsteppers, upright bikes, recumbent bikes, Reebok and EFX elliptical cross- trainers, Cybex ArcTrainer, Concept II rower, Cybex strength machines, power rack, and a free weight area. Come work out on your own or request a personal trainer to help motivate you. Come with a friend and share a trainer or take one of our many classes together. After your workout, enjoy a sauna, whirlpool or massage treatment. Towels are available at the reception desk for a $1.50 rental fee.*
*Free for Benefactors and Patrons
Fitness Evaluations are available at no charge to members every three months. Stop up to measure your body mass index, body measurements and flexibility. Chart improvements over time!
Cancellation Policy: Personal training and massage appointments must be cancelled at least 24 hours in advance. For details, contact Karen Rosen at ext. 224.
Dance Parties: Plan a dance party in the aerobics studio for ages five & up. Parties include one hour in the studio and one hour in a private room. Contact Karen Rosen at ext. 224.
Babysitting Fees: Babysitting services are also available at the JCC. To use this childcare option, parents must remain in the building while their children are in the babysitting room. Reservations are not necessary. Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m.
Fees: $2 per hour per family/Members, $5 per hour per family/Community Participants
Hours
Fitness Room Hours: Monday – Thursday, 6:00 a.m. – 9:45 p.m.; Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
(as of Nov. 2, 6:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.); Sunday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Massage Hours: Monday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.; Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.; Sunday, 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Babysitting Hours: Monday – Thursday, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Sunday morning, 9:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Personal Training
Let our certified fitness professionals design a personalized and motivating program based on your special needs. Train one on one with the aid of the Pilates Reformer: strengthen your abdomen and back and improve your posture. Fitness Evaluations measuring body composition, flexibility, and endurance are available. By appointment only. Gift certificates available.
Personal Training Fees:
Per hour: $54/Members, $65/Community Participants
Per half-hour: $33/Members, $46/Community Participants
10 one-hour sessions: $510/Members, $620/Community Participants
10 half-hour sessions: $300/Members, $440/Community Participants
Paired one-hour session: $80/Members*
Paired 10-hour sessions: $750/Members*
*Available to JCC members only
Massage
Massage can relax both body and mind, relieve muscle tightness, and improve blood circulation while helping to increase range of motion and provide nutrition to stressed muscles. Make appointments at the JCC Reception Desk. Gift Certificates available.
Massage Fees:
Per hour: $55/Members, $65/Community Participants
Per half-hour: $33/Members, $46/Community Participants
10 one-hour sessions: $510/Members, $620/Community Participants
Regular Group Fitness Classes
Class Schedule at a Glance
Class Descriptions
Fitness Fees:
Fitness Single Class: $10/Members, $15/Community Participants
10-Class Card: $75/Members, $140/Community Participants
20-Class Card: $130/Members, $240/Community Participants
Frequent Exerciser Card*: $650/Members
Class and Frequent Exerciser cards can be purchased at the Reception Desk.
*A Frequent Exerciser Card entitles you to participate in any fitness class not requiring pre-registration for a one-year period from date of purchase. Frequent Exerciser Cards are available only to JCC members.
Special Fitness Classes
Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program
24730
Wednesday (6 weeks), 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., class starts September 19
Research shows that people with arthritis benefit greatly from exercise. If you have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, you can reap the benefits of improved strength, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility by joining this class. Included are range-of-motion exercises; weight-bearing, balance, and coordination activities; health education; endurance activities, breathing, and relaxation techniques. Exercises will be done in a chair, with the option of standing as appropriate. Meet new people, bring a friend, but come. All ages are welcome.
Fees (for one session a week): $25/Members, $30/Community Participants
Yoga for Special Needs Kids With Karen Rosen
24737
Yoga as a therapeutic approach for your special child not only benefits your child, it also enhances the work of physical, occupational, and speech therapists. Yoga therapy strengthens muscle tone throughout the body and enhances focus and concentration. The inclusion of breathing and relaxation techniques teaches children tools for self-calming, body awareness, and self-confidence. This program is open to children of all ages, from infants through teens. An initial meeting with a parent is required. Karen Rosen has studied with Sonia Sumar, who developed Yoga for the Special Child™ training program. Contact Fitness Director Karen Rosen at ext. 224 or krosen@jccnj.org for more info and to schedule an appointment.
Fees:
30-minute one-on-one session: $40/Members, $46/Community Participants
30-minute small-group session: $30 per child/Members, $40 per child/Community Participants
ZUMBA
24728
Tuesday, 7:30-8:30 p.m., October 2-November 20
The hottest fitness/dance trend around is available only at the JCC!
Fees: $120/Members, $136/Community Participants
Acceleration Plus: Strong & Fit Total Challenge for Men & Women
24724
Friday, 9:00-10:00 a.m., October 12-November 30
Challenge, train, and improve your agility, balance, strength, and speed, boot-camp style.
Fees: $128/Members, $152/Community Participants
JCC Walking Club
Wednesday, 9:15-10:00 a.m., October 10-November 14
You know you want to begin working out--walking outside is one of the easiest and most enjoyable ways to exercise! Get together with a group of other walkers to enjoy the great outdoors of Scotch Plains and Fanwood, rain or shine. We'll meet each week in the JCC lobby.
Fees: Use your fitness class card for this fun group activity
Fueling a Better Fitness Workout: Two-Part Lecture Series
24725
Wednesday, October 17 & 24, 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Learn eating strategies for building a healthier and stronger you!
Fees: $20/Members, $28/Community Participants
Belly Dancing
24726
Sunday, 11:00 a.m.-Noon, October 21-November 25
Hip, happening, and back by popular demand!
Fees: $120/Members, $136/Community Participants