Tag: aquatics
Youth Programs That Build Lasting Identity
A missed pass on the gym floor, a shy dancer finding their footing, a swimmer building the nerve to cross the pool: moments like these happen every afternoon at JCC Indianapolis, and they add up to something bigger than an activity schedule. Our JCC Indianapolis youth programs mix active learning with Jewish values, shared responsibility, […]
Members Don’t Just Belong. They Build.
On Tuesday morning, I walked into the JCC in my bathing suit, ready for work.Since beginning my tenure at the JCC, connecting regularly with members has been incredibly important to me. Last year, I hosted monthly “Sippin’ with Sam” gatherings. This year, I have been joining different JCC programs to spend time with the members […]
Back-to-School Routines That Actually Work
The school year brings a new rhythm to family life, and the afternoon hours often carry the biggest shift. JCC Indianapolis shapes back-to-school routines for families throughout Indianapolis, IN. Familiar faces, room to move, and a dependable activity can fit into the week your family already has. Our campus gives kids and parents a place […]
Nautical Nadiya
Nadiya, age 11, has been a JCC member since before she can remember. Her family came to the U.S. in 1996 from Donetsk, Ukraine, and received assistance from the JCC as Jewish immigrants. At the JCC, the family has enjoyed a place of belonging and are welcomed by all, something they weren’t used to feeling […]