Specialty Classes

View a complete listing of SPORTS & WELLNESS offerings in our CLASS DIRECTORY

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Uptown Specialty Classes

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TRX

TRX Suspension training uses your own body weight for resistance. TRX certified trainers teach you to engage your core and work all muscle groups during each class. All levels welcome. 

Visit the TRX webpage for class details and pricing information.

 

OUTDOOR YOGA

Get out of the studio and into nature to experience yoga as it was originally intended.This YogaFit style class tightens and tones the entire body while improving mental acuity in people of all ages and levels. Sign up by May 1.

May 3 - May 31

Fridays, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Ages: 18 and up

Instructor: Lauren Leitner

$50 member / $70 non member

New Orleans JCC – Uptown

 

BABY AND ME FITNESS CLASS 

Finding it hard to make time for exercise now that you have a newborn? Ready to get your body back but want to do it safely? Incorporate your baby into the workout in our Baby and Me Fitness Class and get exercise while also bonding with your child and meeting other new moms.  Class is offered to moms at least six weeks post partum with newborns up to six months old.  Medical clearance is required so please submit doctor’s release prior to first class.

May 7 - June 20

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Instructor: Leslie Pokorski 

$125 member / $150 non member

New Orleans JCC - Uptown 

BASKETBALL BOOT CAMP

Whether you want to get in shape with some high intensity interval training, work on your ball handling skills or just get ready for the upcoming YABL season, Basketball Boot Camp is the class for you!  Open to men and women of all basketball skill levels. Register early, limited spots available.

May 7 -May 23

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:00 - 6:15 PM

Ages:  18 and up

Instructor: Jesse Lugo 

$90 member / $110 non member

New Orleans JCC - Uptown

"BREAK IT DOWN" YOGA WORKSHOP

Ever wonder, “Am I doing this right?” Though there is no right or wrong way to do a pose, there may be a trick or two for moving safely and in a way that makes sense for your body. This interactive workshop breaks down the structure of yoga poses, focusing on breath, movement and mindfulness, and concludes with a 30 minute flow class. Learn to let go of perfection while building a solid foundation. Whether you have practiced for ten years or one week, you can benefit!

Sunday, May 19

10:00 - 11:30 AM

Ages: 18 and up

Instructor: Lauren Leitner

$20 member / $25 non member

New Orleans JCC - Uptown

 

OUTDOOR BOOTCAMP WITH TORI

Start your day with a motivating workout! Join Tori for high intensity intervals, body weight exercise, and bootcamp drills packed with fun and energizing activities designed to help you reach your fitness goals. 

May 21 - June 25

Tuesdays, 6:30 - 7:30 AM

Ages: 18 and up

Instructor: Tori Dice

$30 member / $45 non member

 

New Orleans JCC - Uptown

 

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Metairie Specialty Classes

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 HEAVY ROPE TRAINING WORKOUT

Build strength and stamina through heavy rope training, an interval workout utilizing 30 – 40 foot training ropes.  Get a great cardio workout as you alternate pulling, shaking, raising and lowering the ropes with other strenuous exercises.  For intermediate and advance exercisers only.   

Wednesday, May 29

6:30 - 7:30 PM

Ages: 16 and up

Instructor: Julian Bartholomew

$10 member / $15 non member

Goldring-Woldenberg JCC - Metairie 

 

BETTER BALANCE

Want to improve your balance or prevent a future fall? Learn specially designed exercises to improve balance, physical condition, posture and core strength.  You will be amazed by how much taller and stronger you feel.

Tuesday, June 4

10:30 - 11:30 AM

Ages: 16 and up                                                                                                              

Instructor: Kathy Robinson, Certified Personal Trainer

$10 member / $15 non member

Goldring-Woldenberg JCC - Metairie

 

BETTER BALANCE

Want to improve your balance or prevent a future fall? Learn specially designed exercises to improve balance, physical condition, posture and core strength.  You will be amazed by how much taller and stronger you feel.

Friday, June 7

10:30 - 11:30 AM

Ages: 16 and up

Instructor: Kathy Robinson, Certified Personal Trainer

$10 member / $15 non member

Goldring-Woldenberg JCC – Metairie

 

WATER YOGA

Water Yoga is a fun way to build strength, balance and flexibility while you relax and refresh in the pool.  It's a great workout that is easy on your joints.  No yoga experience or swimming required.

Sunday, June 23

Sundays, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Ages: 16 and up

Instructor: Elaine Orr

Free for Members / $10 non member – Reserve your space at desk

Goldring-Woldenberg JCC – Metairie 

 

WOMEN ON WEIGHTS

In this one day class, women learn the right amount of weight to use when lifting to tone and/or strengthen their muscles without bulking up.  Safe lifting techniques are also taught.

Wednesday, June 19

6:00 - 7:30 PM

Ages: 16 and up

Instructor: Kathy Robinson

$10 member / $15 non member

Goldring-Woldenberg JCC – Metairie 

 

SUMMER IN ISRAEL FITNESS CHALLENGE

Get active at the JCC this summer and mark your workouts on a map of Israel.  Take this FREE 12-week fitness challenge by exercising at JCC three days a week.  Move from one destination to the next as your weekly activities are recorded.  

June 21 - September 12

Ages: 16 and up

Instructor: Denise Thornton

Goldring-Woldenberg JCC - Metairie

 

CYCLING 101

Introductory class especially designed for beginner riders. Cycling 101 covers everything a beginner needs to know about indoor cycling classes: proper bike setup, riding techniques, breathing, bike handles positions, riding positions, and more.  Class includes a short, easy ride. Great for 1st timers!

Wednesday, July 17

6:30 - 7:30 PM

Ages: 16 and up

Instructor: Forest McNeir

Free for Members / $10 non member – Reserve your space at desk

Goldring-Woldenberg JCC - Metairie

 

WATER YOGA

Water Yoga is a fun way to build strength, balance and flexibility while you relax and refresh in the pool.  It's a great workout that is easy on your joints.  No yoga experience nor swimming required.

Sunday, July 21

9:30 - 10:30 AM

Ages: 16 and up

Instructor: Elaine Orr

Free for Members / $10 non member – Reserve your space at desk

Goldring-Woldenberg JCC – Metairie

 

HEAVY ROPE TRAINING WORKOUT

Build strength and stamina through heavy rope training, an interval workout utilizing 30 – 40 foot training ropes.  Get a great cardio workout as you alternate pulling, shaking, raising and lowering the ropes with other strenuous exercises.  For intermediate and advance exercisers only.   

Wednesday, July 31

6:30 -7:30 PM

Ages: 16 and up

Instructor: Julian Bartholomew

$10 member / $15 non member

Goldring-Woldenberg JCC - Metairie

 

WATER YOGA

Water Yoga is a fun way to build strength, balance and flexibility while you relax and refresh in the pool.  It's a great workout that is easy on your joints.  No yoga experience or swimming required.

Sunday, August 18

9:30 - 10:30 AM

Ages:  18 and up

Instructor: Elaine Orr

Free for Members / $10 non member 

Goldring-Woldenberg JCC - Metairie

 

 

For more information contact the Wellness Directors.

UPTOWN: Katie Kiefer at 504.897.0143 or katie@nojcc.org

METAIRIE: Denise Thornton at 504.887.5158 or denise@nojcc.org