Sports at Bernard Weinger JCC

Everyone loves sports!

At Bernard Weinger JCC in Northbrook, we believe in building great athletes and great people. Our selection of athletic programs and experiences focus on skill building, teamwork, self-confidence, and fun.

View our Current Sports Programs

Basketball
Pickleball

Health & Safety

Our programs follow all current state and county Covid-19 restrictions and guidelines. Effective February 28, masks are optional, and proof of vaccination is not required for participants. Although masks will not be required, some participants will choose to continue to wear a mask. We appreciate your understanding and kindness and thank you for your partnership. Children exhibiting any Covid-19 symptoms, in addition to any cold or flu-like symptoms, are asked to remain at home.

2022-2023 Season
Coaches

2022-2023 Season

Season Dates

September 12- March 14

3rd–5th Grade Basketball

Players in 3rd-5th grade will be assigned a coach for the season who will develop individual and team skill sets. During practice, each team will work on offensive and defensive team concepts in a challenging atmosphere to prepare the team for competitive play. Registration includes a reversible jersey and shorts.

Schedule:

September 12–March 14
(No Practice on 10/6, 11/24, 12/22–1/4, 3/7, 3/27–4/3)

Practice twice a week on Tuesdays/Thursdays
3rd/4th grade: 4:30-6pm
5th grade: 6-7:30pm

Games on Saturdays or Sundays

Fee:

$1200

This program is rolling admission and price is prorated for late-start enrollment. If you’re interested in signing up and room is available, please contact us at 844-452-2244 or support@jccchicago.org.

If you’re interested in participating in a female-identifying basketball league, please contact Hillary Wenk.

Coaches

2022-2023 J-Hawks Basketball Coaches will be announced soon!

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.

Intro to Pickleball

Laurie Katz leads this weekly introductory program for new players to learn pickleball strategy, basic stroke productions, and the rules of the game. Players must bring a paddle and wear athletic clothing, including gym shoes.

This course can accommodate a maximum of six players.

Schedule: Mondays 12-1pm

Fall Session: September 12, 19 & October 3, 24 (no class 9/26) – SOLD OUT

Early Winter Session: November 14, 21, 28 & December 5 – SOLD OUT

Fee: $40 for 4-week session

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.

View the GroupX Schedule and Register