Gershwind/Jacobson Health & Wellness Center

Members only!

At Sid Jacobson JCC’s Gershwind/Jacobson Health & Wellness Center, the rewards of better physical, mental and spiritual health begin the moment you walk through the doors. As you make your way through our 36,000 square feet of state-of-the-art fitness equipment and recreational space, our friendly, experienced and professional staff wait to greet you and your family. 

Our signature fitness and personal training programs, cutting edge equipment and innovative classes distinguish us as more than just your ordinary health club.

Complimentary Fitness Consultation, Including Evaluation & Orientation
A fun, invigorating, individualized and FREE consultation for new members or individuals looking to reacquaint themselves with our facility is provided. A must for all those 16 years of age and older who seek optimal results from their workouts. The consultation is designed in two parts: the evaluation; a review of your medical history and fitness goals and the orientation; a basic program designed to familiarize you with the weight and cardiovascular equipment so proper form and safety are ensured. Upon completion of the consultation, you receive a personalized fitness program designed to guide you to a healthier lifestyle.
To schedule your consultation, please contact Adrian Sadowski at ext. 153.

Personal Training

Whether you want to improve your shape, increase endurance, build bone density, lose weight, boost energy, improve coordination and balance or simply look better and feel better, a JCC personal trainer is for you. Our nationally certified training professionals create your fitness program. Sessions are tailored based on your goals, ability and availability. Training safely and effectively is a mainstay in any fitness program, and devoting your time to personal training helps eliminate any guesswork and take you beyond your typical exercise regimen. guidance, education, and motivation to surpass your expectations. To get the trainer that is right for you, contact Adrian Sadowski at ext. 153, asadowski@sjjcc.org.

MEET THE TRAINERS!


Fall Back into Fitness Personal Training Sale!
Have the summer BBQs made you put on a few pounds? Take advantage of the JCC's certified personal trainers and get back into a fitness regime.
September 1–30
25 one-hour sessions $1,350
25 half-hour sessions $775

Train for a Peak Physique at an Off-Peak Price!
Book your sessions between 12:00–3:00pm and save
Six one hour sessions–$300 (save $180)
Six half hour session–$180 (save $120)
Six Buddy Sessions $420 (save $180)

Members only
Whether you want to improve your shape, increase endurance, build bone density, lose weight, boost energy, improve coordination and balance or simply look better and feel better, a JCC personal trainer is for you. At the JCC, individuality is key. Our nationally certified training professionals create your fitness program. Sessions are tailored based on your goals, ability and availability. Training safely and effectively is a mainstay in any fitness program, and devoting your time to personal training helps eliminate any guesswork and take you beyond your typical exercise regimen. Most importantly, personal training provides you with the variety, support, consistency, guidance, education, and motivation to surpass your expectations.
To get the trainer that is right for you, contact Adrian Sadowski at ext. 153.

Program Policies

  • Personal training appointments must be canceled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Packages expire 12 months after the date of purchase.
  • Packages are non-transferable and non-refundable.
  • All packages must be paid in full by credit card (MasterCard, Visa, and Discover), check, cash or money order prior to the scheduling of the first training session.

Personal Training Introductory Package
For new personal training clients only. One intro package per person.
3 one-hour sessions $99
3 half-hour sessions $75

Private 1-on-1 (1 hour)
Traditional full hour of individualized personal training.
1 session $80
5 sessions $325 (save $75)
10 sessions $625 (save $175)
25 sessions $1,450 (save $550)

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Rapid 1-on-1 (1/2 hour)
Designed for those individuals that are looking for an intense workout of shorter duration or for those that might just be starting a fitness regimen.
5 sessions $225
10 sessions $400 (save $50)
25 sessions $875 (save $250)

Buddy Training (1 hour – 2 people)
Train with a friend or family member. Buddy training has been proven to increase commitment to a fitness regimen and is also a more efficient way financially of training per individual.
1 session $100
5 sessions $450 (save $50)
10 sessions $800 (save $200)

Off-Peak Personal Training
Book your sessions Monday–Friday between 12:00–3:00pm and save!
6 one-hour sessions $300 (save $180)
6 half-hour sessions $180 (save $120)
6 buddy sessions $420 (save $180)

Teen Fitness

The Teen Fitness Certification Course
Teens ages 13-15 are required to take this course before utilizing the fitness center. Parental attendance and a signed consent form are required. The major components include:

  • How to design a program (reps, sets, what is safe, etc.).
  • How to safely perform the selected exercises.
  • Fitness center, including weight rooms and cardio room, safety and etiquette.

After completion of the certification course you are able to utilize the fitness center, including the weight rooms and cardio room, independently.
Fee $20

Pre-Teen & Teen Personal Training
Members only
Training safely and effectively is a mainstay in any fitness program. Personal training ensures that teens build a strong fitness foundation. Personal training is at a reduced rate for children ages 8-12 and teens ages 13-16.

Youth & Teen Private 1-on-1 (1 hour)
1 session $60
5 sessions $275 (Save $25)
10 sessions $500 (Save $100)

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Youth & Teen Rapid 1-on-1  (1/2 hour)
5 sessions $175
10 sessions $300 (save $50)

Youth and Teen Buddy Training (1 hour – 2 people)
1 session $75
5 sessions $350 (Save $25)
10 sessions $650 (Save $100)

Pre-Teen and Teen Fitness Programs

  • Belly Dancing
  • "Go Girl Go" Fitness Sampler
  • Hip Hop
  • Sports Conditioning
  • Yoga
  • Youth Small Group Training

Open Teen Basketball Night
Ages: 13-18
Join us for pick-up games in our Maccabi Gymnasium at Sid Jacobson JCC.
Thursday, 7:30-10:00pm

Upcoming Events

Fitness Open Houses
Sunday, September 12, January 2, March 6
10:00am–2:00pm

As We Prepare for Yom Kippur ...
Yoga for the Days of Awe
In Yoga for the Days of Awe, we pay close attention to our bodies, minds and breath and turn towards more wholeness, more openness and more love. In yoga (which means union), we seek to become at one with ourselves, uniting heart, mind and body-as we move towards Yom Kippur, the Day of At-One-Ment.
Sunday, September 12
10:30am–12:00pm
Fee $15 / members $5
Limited Space

Special Needs Fitness
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Sarah Schmitt, Program Director of Membership & Fitness, 516-484-1545, ext. 143, sschmitt@sjjcc.org