Youth Programs
(After-School Program)
Connect with Kids provides a safe, supervised, recreational and group
setting for school-aged children. The after-school program includes crafts, sports, special activities, quiet time for homework and a kosher snack. Connect with Kids is available Monday through Thursday for the entire school year and can be used weekly, daily or on a need to use basis. For Fridays please see Scouts About program below.
Drop-in $15M / $18NM per day
SCOUTS ABOUT
(Friday After-School Program)
In conjunction with Scouts Canada this program consists of structured play using games, crafts and outdoor activities
consistent with Scouts Canada values. No uniform is required for this program. Please note that ending times will vary throughout the year for Shabbat. Fees include registration to Scouts Canada.
January 8 - March 26
$75 M / $100 NM
April 9 - June 18
$75 M / $100 NM
ART
NEW! CREATIVE KIDS
Discover your creative side with special activities including science, art, and fun with food every Sunday morning that will keep your mind flowing and your imagination at work.
April 12 – June 14 • 9 weeks
Monday 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
$110M / $125NM • Grade 3 – 6
Instructor: Gail Lieff
No class May 24
NEW! CRAFTY KIDS
Stimulate your mind with a variety of creative and imaginative ideas using different mediums of art. Participants work with clay, foam, plaster and other mediums to create amazing projects.
April 11 – May 9 • 5 weeks
Sunday 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
$65M / $80NM
Grade Kindergarten – Grade 2
Instructor: Gail Lieff
DANCE
MOVEMENT TO MUSIC
Children in Junior and Senior Kindergarten learn to express themselves creatively through music, sounds, stories and poems
April 11 – June 20 • 9 weeks
Sunday 11:00 am - 11:45 am
$90M / $110NM
Instructor: Meghan Polowin
No class: May 23 and June 6
ISRAELI DANCING
Boys and girls 10 to 16 come and learn modern Israeli folk dances. No dance experience required. Simply learn dances and have fun! Program takes place in the Hillel Academy Gymnasium and in warmer weather at Vincent Massey Park.
Beginner Dancing begins at 6:30 pm on Tuesday evenings
Instructor: Phil Kreztmar
For more information, call Phil at
613-722-9323
HIP HOP
Learn the latest funky moves and express your creativity while you gain strength, co-ordination and flexibility. No dance experience required.
April 13 – June 15 • 9 weeks
Tuesday 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grade 3 - 6 • $90M / $110NM
Instructor: Meghan Polowin
No class: May 18
THINK YOU CAN DANCE?
(Senior Hip Hop)
Be inspired by the latest hip hop and street jazz moves integrating jumps, turns and foot work and be exposed to a fresh original dance style.
April 13 – June 15 • 9 weeks
Tuesday 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Grade 7 - 10 • $90M / $110NM
Instructor: Meghan Polowin
No class: May 18
DANCE, DANCE, DANCE
Learn jazz techniques and various dance styles including Broadway, Funk and Modern while gaining strength, co-ordination and flexibility and most importantly having fun while learning routines.
April 14 – June 16 • 9 weeks
Wednesday 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm
Grade 1 - 3 • $90M / $110NM
Instructor: Meghan Polowin
No class: May 19
BALLET
Under the guidance of Ballet Master Kirill Chour, graduate of the Vaganova Ballet Academy, children learn classical and modern ballet technique, creative choreography with elements from world famous ballets, character/ folk movements, acting in dance and much more.
April 15 – June 17 • 9 weeks
Thursday 4:15 pm – 5:15 pm
Grade 1 - 3 • $105M / $120NM
Instructor: Kirill Chour
No class: May 20
DRAMA / MUSICAL THEATRE
Combine dance and acting skills in this creative, self-esteem building class. Practice lip-synching; learn new jazz moves as well as the coolest dances from your favorite musicals.
April 15 – June 17 • 9 weeks
Thursday 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grade 5 - 8 • $90M / $110NM
No class: May 20
FITNESS CLASSES
YOGA FOR KIDS
This is the perfect form of exercise for children. Yoga combines both functional strength and flexibility and includes conscious deep breathing which helps maintain body heat and helps focus attention on the current activity.
April 14 – June 16 • 9 weeks
Wednesday 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grade 3 – 7 • $105M / $120NM
Instructor: Tamera Dion
No class: May 19
NEW! PARENT& ME MARTIAL ARTS
A chance for you and your child to spend quality time together while learning and exercising. This class, in partnership
with Greco Martial Arts, emphasizes
non-violence and self-control.
April 11 – June 20 • 9 weeks
Sunday 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Instructor: Jason Goldrosen of the Greco Martial Arts Studio
Age 5+ with a parent • $100M / $115NM
No class: May 23, June 6
NEW! MARTIAL ARTS
Have a good time with this great skill building fitness program. Build self-esteem, self-confidence, and character while participating in this martial arts class. This program is in partnership with Greco Martial Arts.
April 11 – June 20 • 9 weeks
Sunday 2:15 pm – 3:15 pm
Grade 3 - 7 • $110M / $125NM
Instructor: Jason Goldrosen of the Greco Martial Arts Studio
No class: May 23, June 6
SKILL BUILDING CLASSES
LEGO CLUB
Enjoy open ended fun with LEGO Technic and Mindstorms. Learn building methods, and choose from a variety of Technic projects including an amusement ride, a steering mechanism, a paper crinkler, and a “bumperbot”. Develop your own creations using a wide selection of Technic pieces including gears and motors. Learn about LEGO Mindstorms, and build a sensory controlled Lego robot.
April 15 - May 27 • 6 weeks
Thursday 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Grade 2 - 6 • $65M / $85NM
Instructor: Ian Dudley
No class: May 19
SUPERSITTERS
In conjunction with St. Johns Ambulance, this class prepares future baby sitters for the challenges of looking after children. The material covered includes safety, conflict resolution, and emergency
procedures. Participants will be expected to participate in both theory and practical elements and successfully complete a final test covering both areas to receive their certificate.
Sunday, May 2 & Sunday, May 9
(2 half days)
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
$65M / $85NM
Instructor: St. John’s Ambulance
Minimum of 10 participants neededs
FAMILY PROGRAMS
FAMILY SUNDAY FUNDAY
Join us for a variety of workshops, activities or holiday
programs designed for children age 5 and older with their
parents. Family Holiday Programs are aimed at everyone
from babies to bubbies and zaides. Programs take place on
a monthly basis.
FAMILY GAMES DAY
We are taking Family Games Night to a new level. Join us for round robin tournaments in classic games, enjoy family bingo and take part in the JCC Family Scavenger Hunt.
Please pre-register your family before April 18 with
Gail Lieff 613-798-9818 ext. 303
Sunday, April 25
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
$20M per family of 4
$25NM per family of 4
$2 extra additional children
LAG B’OMER CELEBRATION
Join us outside in the Hillel Academy field for an afternoon of activities and performances. The celebration begins at 1:00 pm on Sunday May 2. Entrance is free but there is a cost for the carnival games, blow-ups and food. Keep watching for more information in April.
WALKATHON
Come out and join the community at this year’s Walkathon on Sunday June 6. Registration packages will be available in April.
