Soloway JCC Family Life Centre


The Family Life Centre supports families with young children through parenting education and discussion groups, as well as interactive classes for parents/caregivers and their children. The Family Life Centre provides a friendly place where families can play and learn together.

Please email tcogan@jccottawa.com and ask to receive our monthly email calendar with up to date information on our programs and special events and check out our blog at www.jccfamilylifecentre.com

Program registration is through the SJCC unless otherwise indicated. Programs require a minimum of 4 participants unless otherwise indicated.

MOTORIN' MUNCHKINS

Let your little ones run, jump, ride, balance, bounce and get their energy out in our great gym. Drop in for any length of time during the two hours.

Monday 9:30 am – 11:30 pm
April 8 – June 24 (12 weeks)
$25 / family
Age: walking to 3 years
Soloway JCC gym
All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.

 

PARENT & TOT SWIM

3 – 12 months
This fun program structures in water interaction between parent and child. The emphasis is to reinforce the importance of play in developing water-positive attitudes and skills. 

Monday 11:30 – 12:00
Session 1: April 8 – May 13 ($45 - 6 weeks)
Session 2: May 27 – June 17 ($40 – 5 weeks)

 

GYM AND SWIM

16 months to 3 years
First, head to the gym for your little one to explore our selection of gross motor toys. They will be delighted with the ride-on cars, balance beam, slide and sports equipment. Then, time to change into swimsuits and enjoy a Parent and Tot swim class with an instructor in our fabulous saltwater pool. This program focuses on in-water interaction between parent and child, in order to stress the importance of play in developing water-positive attitudes and skills. 

Monday
Gym 10:15 – 10:45am
Change 10:45 – 11am
Swim 11 – 11:30am

Session 1: April 8 – May 13 ($75 - 6 weeks)
Session 2: May 27 – June 27 ($60 – 5 weeks)

 
MONKEY ROCK MUSIC

Does your child rock?  Then Monkey Rock Music is a must! During this 40-minute musical experience, you and your child will explore music and movement in a stimulating and fun atmosphere. Your child will develop a love of creating and experiencing music that will last a lifetime.
 
Tuesday
10:00 am - 10:40 am (1-2 years)
10:45 am - 11:25 am (2-4 years)
11:30 am – 12:10 am (0-1 years)

Wednesday
10:00 am - 10:40 am (1-2 years)
10:45 am - 11:25 am (2-4 years)
11:30 am – 12:10 am (0-1 years)

All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
Tuesday April 9 - June 25 (12 weeks)
Wednesday April 10 – June 26 (11 weeks)
No class: May 15
Please register at www.monkeyrockmusic.com

 

FITMOM and Baby

One of the most popular FITMOM classes. This beginner to athlete program is modified to meet your fitness level. Whether in a baby carrier or lying next to you, your baby will participate in the class and provide progressive resistance to help you get lean and strong. Babies from 4 weeks to 6 1/2 months are safest in a front carrier, while older babies are best suited to a back carrier.

Tuesday 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm 
168.00 + HST 
Please register at www.fitmomcanada.com/ottawa


PLAYGROUP

Drop-in playgroup is a great opportunity for parents and kids to relax and make new friends. Enjoy our comfortable space for the babies to explore as well as plenty of room for toddlers to move and play with toys. 

For newborns to 3 year olds. No cost
 
Wednesday 9:00 – 11:30 am
Session: Program is ongoing
No class when the building is closed

 

Little Lotus Yoga™ Prenatal

Utilize breathing techniques, increase strength and relieve tension through yoga postures that relax the mind and body while inviting the spirit to soar. Celebrate the life you are creating for your little loved one while utilizing traditional yoga postures and celebrating your power as a women, while you prepare for childbirth.

Sunday April 7 – May 12 (6 classes)
3 – 4 pm
$72

 

Little Lotus Yoga™ Parent & Tot

Introduce your tot to the joys of yoga while participating together in a program that incorporates the mind, body and spirit. Yoga asana, meditation and pranayama is incorporated in each class through play, movement & song. Your tot will wag their tail in downward facing dog, roar like a lion and grow strong and stable like a warrior. This class is designed for tots ages 1-3.

Thursday April 4 – May 9 (6 classes)
9:15 – 10:15 am
$72

 

BabyCamp – special program
Little Lotus Yoga™ Mom & Baby

Regain strength, flexibility and stamina as you bond with your baby in a supportive and welcoming environment. Tone and length your muscles, strengthen your posture, relax and rejuvenate, relieve tension in the upper body, and safely rebuild core strength. Enjoy special time with your baby, either holding your baby in your arms, leaning against your leg, on your front, sitting in your lap or resting on a blanket. Please bring a blanket for your baby to sit on and a few favourite toys. Special time is made for babies to enjoy their own yoga and bond with mom through touch, movement and massage. This class is designed for infants 6 weeks – beginning to crawl

Thursday April 4 – May 9 (6 classes)
10:30 – 11:30 am
$72

 

SHABBAT SHALOM

A Shabbos Experience for Everyone

Join Eliana Mandel to welcome the Sabbath with your child as they learn all about Shabbat and other holidays through crafts, songs, stories and games. Help foster a true love for the holiday in your child's heart.

Each month will have special crafts, challah making, music and more!
 
Friday 9:30 am – 11:00 am   
Soloway JCC Social Hall A
Age: 5 and under
 
All children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
$6 per family
$25 pass for 5 weeks.