Teens

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From basketball, tennis, and fitness training to indoor and outdoor swimming, ceramics classes or Empowering Girls program, teens can find their place and their people here at the JCC. Our indoor and outdoor basketball courts, pools, fitness center, teen leadership programs, and other initiatives help teens build skills and friendships. Seasonal jobs, camp roles, and year‑round employment opportunities give teens a chance to grow professionally in a supportive environment.

Fitness Center

The fitness center is only available for use by our members 15+ or those who have completed our Teen Fitness Orientation. The free orientation is required for teens ages 11-14 and optional for teens ages 15-18.

  • Full Line of Cardiovascular and Strength Training Equipment
  • Complimentary Fitness Orientation
  • Les Mills Stages Virtual Bikes
  • Teen Sports Performance Program*
  • Youth Personal Training* (individualized fitness program ages 15 - 18)

Contact Jenna Ventura, Fitness Director, at [email protected]
*Denotes an additional fee, available at discounted membership rate

“Get your hands in clay and bring your creativity to life!

Ceramics Classes

Our Ceramics Classes are open to all skill levels and introduce both handbuilding and wheel-throwing techniques. Whether you’re learning the basics or exploring your own artistic ideas, our instructor will guide you through projects while helping you create unique functional and sculptural pieces.
Thursdays • 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
April 30 – June 4 (6 weeks)

Member: $90 ~ Non-Member: $120
Instructor: Sophie Lever

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Select Youth Programs to register for Teen Ceramics.

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Girls Empowerment Free Program

The program brings together a diverse group of girls ages 10-14 from Worcester and surrounding towns for a dynamic weekly after-school experience with special activities that build confidence, community and nurture peer relationships. Teaching girls to be sisters to one another!

  • Personal and Internet Safety
  • Fitness and Wellness
  • Financial Literacy
  • Nutrition
  • Peer Relationship

JCC Membership not Required!  Receive a $25.00 visa and a JCC teen membership once the session has completed. Membership will be activated starting at age 12.

Stay tuned for the next session!

Funded by a grant from the Greater Worcester United Way Womens Initiative

Girls Empowerment Free Program

Access & Facility Usage Guidelines for Teens

  • All teens must become members to use the facility without a responsible adult present or without being in a registered JCC program or being a guest of a JCC member. Teen membership is available to individuals ages 12-17. 
  • No day passes will be sold to individuals under the age of 18 without an adult member present. 
  • Teen members may bring 1 guest if a responsible adult signs them in. 
  • Teens may bring up to 3 guests if the guardian stays with them the whole time. 
  • Teen members without a responsible adult present may not bring a guest at all. 
  • The fitness center is only available for use by our members 15+ or those who have completed our Teen Fitness Orientation.  

Teen Guests

  • Teens in the facility as a guest of a member must stay with their member for the duration of the visit.
  • Teen guests do got get a separate ID badge 
  • Teen guests may NOT use the fitness center if under age 18 AT ALL
  • Responsible adult must be present to sign in teen guest

Teen memberships and teen day passes will no longer be available for sale online. Teen memberships are available for purchase in the JCC facility only. Teens must have a parent or adult sign off on their application.

*If a teen is unable to have a parent or guardian with them at the JCC or has other financial considerations or constraints, please have them reach out to a staff member for assistance.

Sign up for Teen Membership!

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Have Questions?

Talia Mugg, Teen Director, x 245 or email [email protected]

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