Jewish Community Center Of Greater Buffalo Inc

The jcc health, fitness and recreation department serves approximately 5,000 to 6,000 individuals annually between our city and suburban locations. Our programs focus on health and wellness for participants of all ages and include a diversified program of fitness, sport and recreation, aquatics, post-rehabilitation and programs for individuals and groups with special needs. The jcc is seen as a front runner in health and wellness because of its commitment to developing innovative projects which address health initiatives including type 2 diabetes programs, arthritic water exercise classes, and breast cancer survivor workout programs. In addition we offer fitness-foundation classes for individuals who are just beginning their fitness journey's as well as an escalating set of robust programs to meet the unique needs of an ever evolving community.

The jcc early childhood program serves approximately 400-500 participants ages 6 weeks - 5 years. Our comprehensive early childhood and preschool program focuses on cognitive, emotional, physical and social skill building. It includes enrichment activities (music, swimming, fitness and physical recreation, art, movement and dance); a multi-cultural curriculum (customs and traditions through music, crafts, stories and dramatic play); and stresses peer relationships and developing a sense of community. The jcc provides its family participants a safe, nurturing environment with flexible scheduling, year-round care availability and opportunities to improve parenting skills through better understanding of child development.

Other various social, educational and recreational programs provided for the western new york community, including the operation of three facilities.