The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan is one of the Upper West Side's most beloved family institutions — a 14-story community center at 334 Amsterdam Ave that runs more than 1,200 programs every season. Whether you have a newborn and are looking for your first parent-and-me class, or a five-year-old ready for swim lessons and day camp, this place has something for every stage.
For new and expecting parents, the JCC offers dedicated parenting and family programs for infants and toddlers, making it a go-to spot for finding community with other families on the Upper West Side. Older kids can explore yoga, music, science, cooking, and sports — plus swim instruction in the JCC's pools, and outdoor play on the rooftop playground.
The JCC is a Jewish community center, but programs are explicitly open to all backgrounds and are non-religious in nature. Membership packages are available for families of all sizes, with short-term and monthly options if you want to try before committing. Many registered classes are also available to non-members for a fee.
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