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Self-Defense Classes For Adults

In partnership with StandStrong, learn how to defend yourself and stay safe from real-life situations. FREE weekly classes starting in May in Northbrook.

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Boys Basketball

JCC Chicago’s Boys Basketball program is back at Bernard Weinger JCC in Northbrook. This program is designed for players interested in the next-level basketball experience. Players will go head-to-head against some of the top competition in the state. Travel to different tournaments playing some of the best clubs around. Our goal is to get players ready to play at the next level, with great coaching and tournaments. This program is for male-identifying pre-teens and teens, ages 8-12.

This program will return Fall 2024. Check back here for registration information.
 
J-Hawks basketball is powered by Chai Athletics, a provider for Jewish youth athletics in the Chicagoland area.

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Pickleball

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world and now you can take your skills to the next level at Bernard Weinger JCC. Learn the game or continue to grow your skillset in our introductory and intermediate courses. If you have any questions about pickleball or what class to register for please reach out to Rich Marsoun.

Laurie Katz leads this weekly introductory program for new players to learn pickleball strategy, basic stroke productions, and the rules of the game. Players are encouraged to bring a paddle, or a paddle will be provided. Athletic clothing and gym shoes are recommended attire during play.

This course can accommodate a maximum of eight players.

Schedule

Mondays, 12-1pm

  • March 4, 11, 18, 25: Registration Open Now
  • April 1, 8, 15, 22: Registration Opens March 25
  • May 6, 13, 20, 27: Registration Opens April 29

Wednesdays, 12-1pm

  • March 6, 13, 20, 27: Registration Open Now
  • April 2, 10, 17, 22: Registration Opens March 25
  • May 8, 16, 22, 29: Registration Opens April 29

Cost: $72

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Laurie Katz leads this weekly intermediate program for players who have taken the introductory class and may not be quite comfortable yet to play on their own. During this course, you will go over pickleball strategy, basic stroke productions and rules of the game and further develop your skills. Players are encouraged to bring a paddle, or a paddle will be provided. Athletic clothing and gym shoes are recommended attire during play.

This course can accommodate a maximum of eight players.

Schedule

Mondays, 1-2pm

  • March 4, 11, 18, 25: Registration Open Now
  • April 1, 8, 15, 22: Registration Opens March 25
  • May 6, 13, 20, 27: Registration Opens April 29

Cost: $72

Register

 

Fitness Members

If you are a fitness member at the Marvin Lustbader Health Club, open pickleball times are included with your membership. You can register for these times through our Bernard Weinger JCC Fitness app powered by Mindbody.

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