Youth Department

The Youth Department at the JCC provides a nurturing and safe environment, a caring and professional staff, and enriching and quality programs. We offer a wide variety of programs to ensure we have the perfect activity for your child's interests and your schedule.

Bus Transportation is available from many local schools.

Upcoming Holiday Camps (K-7)

 

Spring Break Extravaganza 2012 - Register JCC
Download the Spring Break Extravaganza Registration Form

or call Nicole Bennett (858) 362-1132
Sandy Siperstein-Rafner (858) 362-1112
Jessica Hodges (858) 362-1117


Session 1 (5 Days)
April 2-6, 2012
9:00 A.M.–3:30 P.M.

JUNIOR ENVIRONMENTALIST.......Grades K–6
Earth Interaction Camp
Spring into nature with us! This camp will have your explorer excited about the world around them. Our fun-filled week will kick off with our favorite camp activities such as games, arts & crafts, and swimming. Our specialty projects will have campers interacting with the earth by gardening, cooking with organic food, and ending the week with an exciting field trip to the flower fields.

$250/JCC Member; $300/Non-member

TENNIS CAMP..................Grades 3–7
Ken Heidman, Head Teaching pro, will lead this tennis-training program, assisted by a staff experienced in working with younger players. Tennis Camp is appropriate for campers of all skill levels who wish to improve their game. Each morning will focus on the fundamental areas: covering ground strokes, serves, volleys, match play, fitness and footwork. In the afternoon, the tennis and archery camps will combine for swimming and other activities.

$250/JCC Member ; $300/Non-member

FENCING CAMP...................Grades 3–7
Be a part of something new and exciting this summer. Camp Jaycee is partnering with Team Touché Fencing Center! Each morning your camper(s) will be bussed to Team Touché Fencing Center in Sorrento Valley where they will learn the art, history and techniques of fencing. They will play games, and even partifipate in their very own fencing tournament! This winter camp is enlightening, physical and exciting! In the afternoon, camp will also include all the traditional camp activities.

$250/JCC Member ; $300/Non-member

NOTE: Additional waiver must be signed
to participate.


Session 2 (5 Days)
April 9-13, 2012
9:00 A.M.–3:30 P.M.

MAD SCIENCE.......Grades K–6
Energy, Forces and Flight

Join mad Science and learn the fundamentals of flight as you experiment with a variety of gliders and build you very own high-flying stunt plane! Uncover the mysterious wonders of air pressure as you suspend ping-pong balls in a blast of air. Explore the mystery of chemistry as you mix and swirl chemicals to create bubbling reactions. Dive into the investigation of waves, density and buoyancy and make your own multi-density wave modulator. Experiment with inertia, many other fantastic forces, and tour the electron freeway as you examine current and static electricity. Take home projects include Skyhawk Plane, Crystal Garden, Wave Modulator, Electroscope, Vortex Generator and more!.

$250/JCC Member; $300/Non-member

TENNIS CAMP..................Grades 3–7
Ken Heidman, Head Teaching pro, will lead this tennis-training program, assisted by a staff experienced in working with younger players. Tennis Camp is appropriate for campers of all skill levels who wish to improve their game. Each morning will focus on the fundamental areas: covering ground strokes, serves, volleys, match play, fitness and footwork. In the afternoon, the tennis and archery camps will combine for swimming and other activities.

$250/JCC Member ; $300/Non-member

HORSEBACK RIDING............Grades 3–7
All aspects of horse manship and sports manship are taught in the fun and safe environment at Rockin’ L&D Ranch. Everyone rides every day! Camp includes special guest speakers, arts & crafts, equine care, and more. On the last day campers parti cipate in a horse show and mounted drill team demonstration (intermediate riders). Each day also includes traditional activities and swimming.

$495/JCC Member; $570/Non-member

NOTE: Additional waiver must be signed
to participate.

Click Here to Download the Spring Break Extravaganza Registration Form

Call Nicole Bennett
(858) 362-1132

Sandy Siperstein-Rafner
(858) 362-1112

Jessica Hodges
(858) 362-1117

 

 

Extended care available from 8:00–9:00 a.m. and 3:30–6:00 p.m. for an additional fee.

Limited Scholarships Available

For information or to sign up call the Youth/Camp Office: (858) 362-1132

 


J-Team After School Enrichment Program (K-6)

 Download Registration Form

Imagine capturing the feeling of summer camp year round! J-Team is one of the most exciting after school enrichment programs available. It is filled with adventure and fun in a supportive, enlightening environment. The program is based on a variety of themes and each day will highlight a special activity such as swimming, computers, science, art, sports, games, cooking, free time in the gym and more! There is also quiet time for those children who wish to do their homework and independent study. Weekend and holiday programs are also available throughout the year.

J-TEAM STAFF
Our After-school enrichment program is staffed by highly qualified, creative, and energetic counselors,
who are committed to providing your children with a fun, nurturing, and safe environment.

J-TEAM HOURS
• M/T/TH: 2:00-6:00pm
• WEDNESDAYS: 12:00-6:00pm
• FRIDAYS: 2:00-5:00pm

J-TEAM FEES
We sell after care time in 60-hour cards that never expire, in advance. Highlights of the program: your children can come from one day a week for 1 hour up to 5 days a week for 15+ hours, whatever fits your schedule.

$7.25 per hour/JCC Members . . . . . . . . . . . $435.00 per 60 hour card
$8.00 per hour/Non-members . . . . . . . . . . $480.00 per 60 hour card

BUS SUPERVISION FEE
We transport from local schools including but not limited to Doyle, Curie, Spreckles, Ocean Air, Standley and San Diego Jewish Academy. If your school is not listed please call because we will be adding to our present locations.

Bus Transportation Supervision Fee (per month)
1 day/wk: $25
2 days/wk: $30
3 days/wk: $35
4-5 days/wk: $50

Fees: Based on Number of days a week. The JCC must be notified in advance if your child will not be taking the bus for a specific day. We walk children to the JCC from La Jolla Country Day


Contact Us

CAMP & YOUTH PROGRAMS INFORMATION
Jessica Hodges (858) 362-1117
Sandy Siperstein Rafner (858) 362-1112

CAMP & YOUTH PROGRAMS REGISTRATION
Nicole Bennett (858) 362-1132