Fitness - Avis/ South Shore JCC

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Ages: 13 years and up
Movement creates change in a person’s physical, emotional and mental states. Fall into the right place this season by visiting our state of the art fitness facility and getting yourself into the best shape ever. We provide an array of services and offer an extensive selection of cardiovascular fitness equipment such as elliptical trainers, recumbent bikes, step machines and treadmills. We welcome all new and existing members to explore our Fitness Center. Our personnel are trained to educate you about the equipment and assist with your workouts. Our Personal Trainers hold nationally recognized certifications and are CPR/AED certified.


Take a little time for yourself. A comprehensive fitness routine can help you improve your cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, endurance, flexibility and mental health. The benefits of physical fitness have been proven to lower blood sugar levels and risk of heart disease. Now is the perfect time to start becoming physically fit regardless of your age.

JCC NUTRITION PROGRAM


Are you tired of food fads? Would you like to know the what, the how and
the why of eating and preparing food for a more energetic, less illness prone
lifestyle? Are you also interested in living a longer, healthier life?
Nutrition Specialist/Weight Management Coach Seth Kaplan is here to
convert your diet into functional fuel for a positive change. He will guide
you in exploring your unique nutritional needs.


Total Fit Package: If you are seeking a serious training regimen with a
dedicated and knowledgeable trainer, this is the program for you!!! Seth
will customize a body shaping and diet plan for your obtainable goals. He
will work with you on a nutritional outline consisting of foods that deliver
the proper nutrients so that you will get healthier and feel more energetic.
This plan will enable you to shape your body effectively through muscle
toning while shedding body fat. We offer this exclusive package with 30
minutes of Personal Training complemented with 30 minutes of nutrition
counseling.


Nutrition 101: Be the healthiest you can be. Seth will help you with the
food guide pyramid, diet planning and how nutrients affect your energy
and overall wellness during these 30 or 60 minute sessions.


Triple F (Fit Family & Friends): Eat well, live well.
The buddy system is good for a lot of things, including a workout routine.
With the Triple F one hour package, you and a family member with similar
goals will receive extensive nutrition counseling together. Learning about
weight management with a friend or relative will help keep you motivated
and committed. Please contact the Fitness Center for fee.

Senior Members

• A senior discount begins at 65 years old.
• The Senior membership hours are Monday-Friday 10am-2pm.
• Unlimited use of the Avis/South Shore JCC fitness center is available for an additional $35 fee. You will be issued a special access red card that must be shown to our fitness staff upon entering the room. Please be sure to pick up your special access card at the front desk. To ensure members are using the facility during the appropriate time, the fitness team is required to ask you to show your card if you are in the gym before 10am, after 2pm and on the weekends.

Teen Membership

• A Teen membership is available for teens ages 12-20.
• 12 & 13 years old can use our facility from 3-6 pm Monday-Friday.
• Teenagers using our facility from the After School Program must have a Parent Consent Form submitted prior to participation.
• Teenagers may use all the equipment without direct adult supervision after they complete their complimentary orientations.

Guest Pass Policy

• Daily Guest passes are $15
• If you join our Fitness Center within 30 days of the expiration of your guest pass, you may apply the guest fee towards your membership dues.
• Guest Passes are issued at the Reception desk in the lobby. We will photocopy your Driver’s License or Photo ID card for security purposes before issuing the Guest Pass. 07FC106W

Locker Rentals

Our Fitness Center has male and female locker rooms equipped with
showers. Lockers are for daily use only.
• You can rent a locker for only $30 annually.
• We also have mini lockers for wallets, cash and valuables for 25 cents.  08FC107

Enrollment Policy

• Everyone wishing to join the Fitness Center will be asked to complete a Liability Waiver. If you have a medical restriction, you will be asked to provide a medical clearance note from your physician.
• You are entitled to 2 complimentary 30 minute orientations upon joining the Fitness Center. Please note our orientations are by appointment only.

Personal Training

Get maximum results in minimum time with a program designed specifically for you. Our certified personal trainers will customize a workout to meet your fitness goals. Working with a trainer is one of the fastest, easiest, most successful ways to improve your health and fitness. JCC trainers will help you tackle any of the following fitness challenges:
• Lose weight
• Make lifestyle changes
• Monitor your progress
• Set realistic goals and determine safe strategies
• Learn the correct way to use equipment and appropriate form and technique for cardiovascular work and weight training.
• Get motivated and stay motivated.

Purchase the Personal Training package that fits your interest. To add some extra fun, consider a “2 Fit” package for you and a friend to do together. Packages are available for 3, 5 and 10 sessions of 30 or 60 minutes each. Listed below are our affordable and reasonable prices:

Package  Single Person 2 Fit (2 People)
3 pack of 30 minutes $70   08FC111 $90   08FC112
5 pack of 30 minute $120 08FC113 $140 08FC114
10 pack of 30 minutes $220 08FC115 $250 08FC116
3 pack of 60 minutes $130 08FC117 $160 08FC118
5 pack of 60 minutes $230 08FC119 $260 08FC120
10 pack of 60 minutes $430 08FC121 $460 08FC122

Avis Personal Trainers & Availability


Melissa Kraker- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri: 9:00am - 5:30pm
Seth Kaplan– Mon - Fri, Sun: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Debbie Nemoyten- Mon. 3 - 7pm, Wed. 12:00pm-6:00pm
Nick Varriano- Tue 5:00pm -10:00pm, Wed 6:00 -10:00pm, Sat 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Sun 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Avis/South Shore
Fitness Hours
Monday - Thursday
7:00am-10:00pm
Friday 7:00am-6:00pm
Sunday 7:00am-5:00pm


For information, please contact Melissa Kraker,
Health & Fitness Director at 718-356-8113 ext. 144 or by Email

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