Children's Class FAQs + Policies

Parents and kids at the pool

Registration Dates

Winter/Spring 2024: Nov 8 for members; Nov 13 for the public. Classes begin Jan 17.


Policies

Children and Families Class Make-up Policy
Each registrant is eligible for up to two make-up classes per semester; see separate swim policy below. Make-ups are subject to availability and are not transferable to another season.

Please be in touch with the following people to schedule make-up classes:

Swim Make-up Policy
We are happy to offer one swim make-up per session to each swimmer. Make-up classes are based on available space. Thank you for understanding that we cannot accommodate exceptions due to the volume of JCC swim program participants and the class capacity/health and safety standards we maintain. To explore make-up class options please contact swimmakeup@mmjccm.org.

Children + Families Program Cancellation Policy

  • MMJCCM operates on a credit-only policy and does not issue refunds. Credit can be redeemed for any program at the JCC, used by any family member on your account, and carries no expiration date.

  • Any withdrawal or change in class incurs a $50 processing fee.

  • Withdrawal after the second class - 50% credit may be applied

  • Transfers to another class the same semester are possible with class availability and the program director's approval

  • Please note that Turning 2s, Camp, and Nursery School have separate policies regarding withdrawal and cancellation.

Turning 2s Cancellation Policy
Note: Turning 2s is priced per class, and the winter / spring semester is longer than the fall.

  • Fall semester, payment is due upon registration

  • Withdrawal by June 1 - $1000 non-refundable, and the balance will be credited to your account.

  • Withdrawal after June 1, payment is non-refundable, and credit will not be issued

  • Payment for winter / spring semester will be billed Nov 1

  • Winter / Spring registration ONLY

  • Withdrawal by Nov 1 - $1000 non-refundable, and the balance will be credited to your account.

  • Withdrawal after Nov 1 - Payment is non-refundable payment is non-refundable, and credit will not be issued.

Stroller Policy
Bringing a stroller to the JCC is at your discretion and comfort. All strollers must be parked and remain outside the building in designated areas for the duration of your visit. In addition to our 24/7 onsite security, the JCC has a record of communal vigilance and safety around our premises.

Emergency Contact Forms
Emergency Contact forms are required for all children attending drop-off classes and will be emailed to families before the semester. Click here to fill out an emergency contact form.

Photo + Video Policy
The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan and/or its agents may record and/or photograph performances and classes for archival or other purposes, including promotion. Such recording and/or photographing may include audience pictures or class participants. Your attendance and/or participation shall be deemed your consent to appear in such programs and/or photographs without compensation.


Discounts

Multiple Class Discount Policy
Sign one child up for two or more season-long classes per semester and receive $50 off the second class (and any additional classes). This offer is for the same child, in the same semester.

Please note: Cooking, and Pre-Nursery programs are excluded.

Twin Discount
If both twins are registering for the same class and section, the second twin gets 10% off the class.