What's nu in youth programming?

We offer a wide range of fun activities for children, youth and families all year round!

The JCC offers a supportive and friendly environment and makes family activities a priority. If you are looking for school days out, after-school care, summer and winter camps, opportunities to socialize with other parents, ways to connect with Jewish-Interfaith families or fun ways to celebrate your child’s birthday, we can help! The JCC is the place to be!

Youth Programming

'J' Care Afterschool Program

'J' Care Program Includes:

Scheduled Classes, Enrichment Activities, Well-Trained Staff, Kosher Snacks,Use of Gymnasium and Tennis Courts, Computers & More!

Contact Lauren Dumas at 843.571.6565 or Tashia Smith at 843.571.6565 x 333.

Prices per a 5-day week

Monday - Friday from 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Member Fee: $55/week
Community Fee: $65/week

Transportation Prices

Member Fee: $50/month
Community Fee: $75/month

Tutoring & Homework Help

Our very own Mendy McGuire has been an educator for the last nine years, and has seen the positive effects that tutoring has on students of all ages. To ensure a child’s success, each session will be documented, teachers will be contacted on a regular basis, and reward systems will be set in place.

Mondays - Thursdays; 8/30 - 12/9

No Class: 9/9, 9/10, 9/23, 9/24, 9/30, 10/1

Ages: 5-13 years old
Times: based on students needs
Member Fee: $30/session
Community Fee: $40/session

Birthday Parties

Looking for a place to have your next birthday party?

Let the Charleston JCC host your child's birthday party and make party planning easier on you. Packages and themes are available.

Contact Rebecca Cantley at 843.571.6565 x 307.

Dates: Available year round
Ages: 2-12 years old
Fees: Varies depending on what package you select.

Lunch Bunch Programs

Come join the new and improved Lunch Bunch at the 'J'

Our programs are now offered on a daily basis from 12:00pm until 1:30pm with lunch being served and programming for 45 minutes. From Art to Dance, Karate to French, and Gymnastics to Tot-Shabbat the JCC has an option for every child's interest. Come join the fun!

Contact Lauren Dumas at 843.571.6565 x 307.

Class Schedule: Classes are held from 12:00-1:30 pm

Stretch-n-Grow Fitness and Gymnastics

Mondays: 8/23 - 12/6
Member Fee: $180
Community Fee: $195

This comprehensive class includes warm-up, cardio, strength training, coordination work, cool-down and stretching, all the while having fun on adventures with songs, equipment, stories and games. Each class concludes with a dynamic discussion on health related topics, such as exercise, nutrition, hygiene, self-esteem and muscle recognition.

Karate with Sensel Jim

Tuesdays: 8/24 - 12/7
Member Fee: $180
Community Fee: $195

Classes are safe, FUN, high energy and taught in a structured environment that challenges children both physically and behaviorally. We teach a dynamic age-appropriate curriculum that enables students to develop their skills and grow in self-confidence and character

Dance Class with Jessica Beran

Wednesdays: 8/25 - 12/8
Member Fee: $192
Community Fee: $240

This program explores movement, basic ballet technique, and simple dance steps such as chase, gallop, skips, kicks, turns and jumps. A wide variety of props and music are used to enhance movement training in this fun and creative dance program.

French Class with Miss Florentina

Thursdays: 8/26 - 12/9
Member Fee: $180
Community Fee: $195

Our one and only Miss Florentina Rosca Ph.D. is here and so excited to bring in her French culture and background for a lunch bunch class introducing your children to pronunciation, greetings, colors, and animals and much more, teaching through games, dictation, songs and mixed media.

Wee Little Arts

Fridays: 8/27 - 12/10
Member Fee: $180
Community Fee: $195

Wee Little Arts is an amazing art program engaging children in a step-by-step process for developing young minds though drawing, painting, sculpting and mixed media. These concepts are taught through art history and age-appropriate children’s literature. This is one of the best arts programs around, so be sure to register your child now!

Tot Shabbat Club