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The J was voted one of the Best Fitness Centers in Albuquerque per Albuquerque the Magazine, and it's no secret why. We have so much to offer: a state-of-the-art fitness center; year-round 80 degree heated outdoor pool; Spinning, Mind-Body & Group Fitness classes, a team of highly knowledgeable certified personal trainers; programming and events for all ages and stages of life; a sparkling clean facility; and so much more! It's more than just a community center - it's the J! Our amazing 90 Days for $90 offer only happens once a year and ends February 28th - don't delay. Stop in for a tour, or visit our website to join now.

jccabq.org ← → JOIN NOW! ← → ← → The JCC of Greater Albuquerque The Ronald Gardenswartz Jewish Community Center of Greater Albuquerque (JCC) is part of your extended family, your home away from home—providing programs and services for all ages and stages in life. Within our walls or around the wo...

The J is the place to be in 2023 - If you or someone you know is in the market for a gym, the search is over! The JCC has SO MUCH to offer - it really is ABQ's best kept secret. Just to name a few of the perks that JCC members enjoy: Year-round 80 degree heated outdoor pool; extensive Group Fitness class schedule; Zen studio with Yoga and Pilates offerings; state-of-the-art fitness center stocked with Cybex weight machines, free weights, the newest Technogym cardio line and much more; free drop-in childcare for members; specialty fitness programming; a team of friendly, knowledgeable and highly certified Personal Trainers; a sparkling clean facility; and the friendliest staff in town! We can't wait to meet you - stop by today!

Visit member services for a tour, or if you are ready to join, follow this link: https://operations.daxko.com/Online/3146/MembershipV2/MembershipTypes.mvc?_=638072290816396590

The JCC sends wishes of health and happiness to you and yours as we embark on the journey through 2023. Happy New Year!

We've got adjusted hours and schedules this weekend as we prepare to celebrate the end of 2022 and the new beginning that comes with 2023! Please see the graphic and plan your visits accordingly. Happy *almost* new year!

The JCC is happy to be working with Sensei Charles Watkins and his team to bring you a comprehensive Women's Self Defense class! Over the course of 6 weeks you will learn striking points on the body that are highly effective in taking down an attacker, along with other techniques for keeping yourself safe. Register in member services or on our website at https://jccabq.org/meeting/womens-self-defense/

Train like an MMA fighter with the JCC's MMA Conditioning class! Starting in January, JCC trainers Chris and Leigh will challenge your strength, cardio, balance, core and more! Held in our functional Elite Studio, this class is the perfect recipe to blast away unwanted extra pounds and build endurance to get you in great shape. Register in member services or on the website at https://jccabq.org/meeting/mma-conditioning/

This ballet class is open to beginners and experienced dancers alike. Over the course of 6 weeks we will find ways to move joyfully. Class will start with a warm up at the barre, for practice of technique. Then, we will move to the floor where we will apply the barre skills in a progression of choreography. For more information or to register, visit this link: https://jccabq.org/meeting/adult-ballet/

If one of your New Years Resolutions is to learn something new, you can always count on the JCC's ACE department to offer programs and classes that will enrich your life and expand your mind! This January we will have new sessions of Israeli Dancing and Spanish for Adults. For more information or to register visit https://jccabq.org/arts-culture-classes/

Reminder - we've got holiday hours and abbreviate schedules this weekend and next! See the graphics for all the details, or visit our website at www.jccabq.org. We hope that no matter what you are celebrating this week, you have a joy-filled holiday season!

The J looks forward to gathering with you and your little ones this January! Our J Mom new mothers group offers support and community to new moms of infants ages 0-6 months. Storytime with Susan is a chance to get together with other parents of young children to listen to a story from our PJ Library collection. Both of these offerings are FREE! See our website for more information or to register: https://jccabq.org/events-3/

The J is excited to offer some INCREDIBLE new group fitness offerings coming at you in January! These new classes will bring the fun AND the challenge, and as always, can be modified to suit any fitness level. We are telling you now - you won't want to miss these! As with all group classes, reservations must be made to reserve your spot up to 48 hours in advance. Reserve through the JCC app or on our website at https://jccabq.org/group-x-schedule/

Hey Parents! Ready or not, winter break is upon us. The JCC's J-Zone has got you covered with special hours throughout winter break. Let your kids have some fun while you get a much-needed movement break. See the image for the full winter break schedule. Don't forget to make a reservation (up to 48 hours in advance) via the JCC's app or our website at https://jccabq.org/j-zone/

The J has got some great specialty programs coming your way from the Group Fitness department this January! Here are a few - stay tuned for more! Follow this link to register for any of these programs: https://jccabq.org/fitnessprograms/

The J has SO MUCH fitness fun to offer to you this January! Check out the great variety of specialty classes being offered by our fitness department in the new year. Whether you are looking to build strength, train hard or make transformations, there truly is something for everyone and every fitness level. Visit this link to register for any of the programs you see here: https://jccabq.org/fitnessprograms/

The holidays are here, and the J will have several abbreviated days and a closure as we approach the end of 2022. Take a look at upcoming modifications to our hours, and plan your visits accordingly!

Time is running out to get your kiddo(s) registered for the J's Winter Break Animal Camp! This two-week day camp will keep your kids busy over winter break with fun and engaging activities, including several interactive presentations from animal handlers and experts. Register now online at https://jccabq.org/j-zone-camps/

Don't miss Hanukkah Family Night at the J! This fun-filled evening will include menorah making, dreidel games, snacks and more. Reserve your family's spot in member services or online at https://jccabq.org/meeting/hanukkah-family-night/

Don’t miss Sara Lowry’s first-ever Hanukkah Israeli Dance Party hosted by the JCC! Join her for two uninterrupted hours of dancing, socializing, food and fun!

This event is FREE, so invite your friends and bring your dancing shoes! RSVPs are appreciated; visit https://jccabq.org/meeting/hanukkah-israeli-dance-party/

Do you suffer from knee pain when:
- You do activities? (Golf, running, play basketball, etc.)
- You kneel or pick up thing off the floor?
- You go up and downstairs?
- The weather is cold?

If you answered YES to any of the above questions, the Knee Pain Workshop, taught by Dr. Jules Somera, PT, may be right for you. You will learn common causes of knee pain, evidence based exercises for knee pain, how the hip affects your knee, plus exercises that can hurt the knee.

Register in member services or on our website at https://jccabq.org/meeting/knee-pain-workshop/

What does it take to transform your body and your overall health? In this one-time workshop, JCC personal trainer and Precision Nutrition certified coach Tracee Hayden will break down fat loss strategies, what it takes to achieve your goals, the do’s and dont’s of dieting, and more. Register in member services or on our website at https://jccabq.org/meeting/body-transformation-101/

Join us Sunday, December 11th from 10:30-noon and experience Amy Faithe LIVE! Accompanied by Steve Figueroa on keyboards. Amy delivers the classic jazz songs you know and love and Steve's piano playing is the perfect complement. Freshly made bagels and coffee/tea will be available for purchase from Rhubarb & Elliott.

This is a FREE event, but donations to our Arts, Culture & Education department are always accepted and appreciated. We hope that you will come to enjoy the music with us!

What if we all gave on one day? We can! This Giving Tuesday (11/29 - TODAY!) our community can come together for 24 hours of unprecedented giving to support the amazing work of The JCC of Greater Albuquerque and the J-Forward fund.

The JCC touches the lives of so many people in our community and beyond every day. Your generous gift creates a place for children, family, and adults to engage with the community, attend amazing classes and to maintain & achieve a healthy lifestyle.

Donating to the J-Forward fund allows the JCC to continue to offer the services you love and expand into so much more. Plus, if you give now your donation will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $25,000.

Visit our website to donate: https://jccabq.org/donate/

What if we all gave on one day? We can! Tomorrow (November 29, 2022) our community will come together for 24 hours of unprecedented giving to support the amazing work of The JCC of Greater Albuquerque and the J-Forward fund.

The JCC touches the lives of so many people in our community and beyond every day. Your generous gift creates a place for children, family, and adults to engage with the community, attend amazing classes and to maintain & achieve a healthy lifestyle.

Donating to the J-Forward fund allows the JCC to continue to offer the services you love and expand into so much more. Plus, if you give now your donation will be matched dollar for dollar, up to $25,000.

Visit our website to donate: https://jccabq.org/donate/

Get American Heart Association CPR certified Saturday, December 3rd right here at the JCC! We have incredible instructors that will make the workshop both informative and fun. CPR is an invaluable skill and could empower you to save a life in an emergency situation. Register now - space is very limited!

Register in member services, or sign up on our website here: https://jccabq.org/meeting/cpr-certification-course/

From all of us here at the JCC, we wish you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving! Of all the things that we have to be grateful for, we are especially grateful for YOU, our members and supporters. Thank you for being a part of the JCC family.

Wobble before you gobble at the JCC this Thanksgiving Day! Don't forget that we will have abbreviated hours and schedules for the holiday, and will be open all day Black Friday. All Thanksgiving and Black Friday fitness class offerings are now open for members to reserve spots through the JCC app or the website - make sure you reserve your spot if you're planning to join in the fun!