04/21/2026
Dear friends,
We are heartbroken to share that, due to our financial challenges, operations of the Symons Family Fitness Center and its health and wellness programs will be discontinued effective immediately, with the exception of our P.U.N.C.H. (Parkinson's Wellness) program which will continue through April 30th, with hopes to find a new home for this impactful program.
We are saddened by the impact that this will have on the community that we serve - including our P.U.N.C.H. participants, senior fitness attendees, and our members, partners, and crucially, staff members, who have become part of our family through decades of fitness programming. We regret that circumstances did not permit us to provide more notice prior to closure.
Partial April membership dues will be refunded on a pro-rated basis. Please contact us at [email protected] for any questions about refunds.
We understand our obligation to provide forthcoming communication and necessary updates to our community members, and deeply value your support and dedication to building and sustaining a strong and vibrant community. We hope to be able to share more updates on JCC programming and Jewish Federation operations in the near future.
In friendship,
Steven Roth, Chairman
Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg Board
Zach Benjamin, CEO
Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg
04/15/2026
What a day... What a community. 💙
Our 2nd Annual P.U.N.C.H. on the Etter Family Green, sponsored by Abbott Neuromodulation, was nothing short of inspiring. Strength, resilience, connection—and a reminder that movement is medicine.
To our participants, care partners, coaches, and supporters: THANK YOU. You are what makes this program so powerful.
Want to be part of something bigger? Join us.
🌐 www.jewishharrisburg.org
📞 717-236-9555
04/06/2026
VETERANS HONORED HERE
We’re proud to support those who served.
Through Boots to Health, eligible veterans receive FREE 3-month memberships—because your health matters.
💥 Strength
💥 Support
💥 Community
👉 Learn more or share with a veteran today.
📞 717-236-9555
🌐 www.jewishharrisburg.org
04/05/2026
CALM INCLUDED WITH MEMBERSHIP
Need a reset? We’ve got you.
Multiple styles of yoga every week to help you breathe deeper, move easier, and feel calmer.
✨ Strength + stillness
✨ Energy + peace
👉 Your wellness starts here. Join today.
📞 717-236-9555
🌐 www.jewishharrisburg.org
04/03/2026
FRIENDSHIP MAKES FITNESS FUN
Workouts are better together—always.
Bring a friend. Meet new ones. Laugh, move, and grow as a community.
Because fitness isn’t just about results—it’s about connection.
👉 Join today and find your people.
📞 717-236-9555
🌐 www.jewishharrisburg.org
04/02/2026
“I NEVER KNEW I NEEDED THIS…”
That’s what we hear ALL the time.
The P.U.N.C.H. Program is changing lives—building strength, confidence, and community every single week.
💥 8 classes weekly
💥 Support that goes beyond fitness
👉 Come see what everyone is talking about.
📞 717-236-9555
🌐 www.jewishharrisburg.org
04/01/2026
Passover is a story of strength... of perseverance... of people coming together and moving forward — even when the path isn’t easy.
That spirit lives here.
At the Harrisburg J, we are more than a fitness center. We are a community built on shared values — support, resilience, and a belief that we are stronger together.
We are proud to create a space where wellness and tradition intersect… where you can work on your health, connect with others, and feel a true sense of belonging.
That’s what makes us different. And that’s what makes us proud.
✨ The Fitness Center will be closed Thursday, April 2nd
📲 Please check Buzops for class schedule updates for the rest of the holiday.
📞 717-236-9555
🌐 www.jewishharrisburg.org
04/01/2026
Everyone welcome! Invite anyone you know with Parkinson's (and their care partners!) to join us for our 2nd Annual PUNCH on the Etter Family Green event, sponsored by Abbott. We are excited to share a day of fun and learning together as a greater Harrisburg community! Please share with your friends Kate Harmon Alexander Grass Campus for Jewish Life Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg
04/01/2026
ASSISTED STRETCHING
Your body does so much for you—take care of it.
Assisted stretching helps improve flexibility, reduce pain, and keep you moving for LIFE.
✨ Feel better
✨ Move better
✨ Live better
👉 Experience the difference—join today.
📞 717-236-9555
🌐 www.jewishharrisburg.org