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Classes are available across multiple disciplines, appropriate for children, teens and adults. Questions? Contact Kathleen Kennair (Uptown) or PJ Jones (Metairie).
Karate
Beginner - Open to beginners ages 6-18. Come learn the traditional Japanese martial art of self defense (strikes, blocks, kicks, takedowns), concentration (memorization, discipline, self control), and physical development( strength, flexibility, coordination) Class meets twice per week . If you are already an existing karate student, you must be a white or yellow belt student to be enrolled in this class. Register Now
Ages: 6 to 18
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 - 4:45 PM
No prior karate experience required.
Intermediate/Advanced - Learn self defense, concentration and physical development. Class meets twice per week. If you are already an existing student, you must be an orange belt and above to be enrolled in this class. Register Now
Ages: 8 to 18
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:00 - 6:15 PM
Prior karate experience required.
Judo
Judo is a fun sport, an art, a discipline, a recreational or social activity, a fitness program, a means of self-defense or combat, and a way of life. Taught by Sensei Jack Garrett.
Ages: 5 to 12
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 - 6:30 PM
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Minami Ryu Ju Jitsu - Adult
Sensei Jack Garrett will be instructing the ways and style of Minami Ryu Ju Jitsu to all adults who are interested and looking to further their own martial arts knowledge.
Ages: 13 and up
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
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Self Defense Open Palm System
Come learn self defense techniques and skills from Sa Ba Nimm 3rd degree black belt Leon Molinario. In this class you will become accustomed to the Pyung Soo Do - Open Palm System and become more confident in your own physical prowess and confidence. First time registration fee of $45 includes uniform. Sign up for classes by the month.
Ages: 18 and up
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 - 7:00 PM
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The Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans, Jewish Family Service of Greater New Orleans, and the Jewish Endowment Foundation of Louisiana have partnered with a number of area synagogues to create a Jewish community response helpline program for problems related to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
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Missing your favorite spots at the JCC? We've got you covered with virtual JCC backgrounds to use on your Zoom calls. See below for a tutorial on how to update your background, then click your favorite image to download.
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Utilizing the newly created JCC Camp Facebook Group, our Assistant Camp Director logged into Facebook Live and led camp families through favorite dances like "I Get Loose" and "All I Eat Is Pizza." WWL spotted Brigid in action and interviewed her for the Monday night news.
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During Purim, we celebrate Queen Esther and her courageous acts to unite the Jewish people against hatred. The holiday provides a timely reminder that we are stronger when working together. Here are a few ways around the JCC that you can make an impact in the spirit of Esther.
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