Tuesdays

July 2 – September 3 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Free (Students may join after the start date)

The Bender JCC is pleased to once again offer U.S. Citizenship classes. The 10-week session will be held once a week in person at the Bender JCC.

Classes will focus on the ability to understand and answer the questions at the Naturalization Interview. The class will be taught by our very popular and experienced teacher John Schmelzer. Through the program you will learn about U.S. history, the structure of the government, and civics. Students will practice answering the questions on the Application for Naturalization, Form N-400 and questions asked in the citizenship interview. All instructional materials will be provided.

Please note to be eligible for this class a student must:

• Be able to speak and understand English (your English does not need to be perfect).
• Read and write a simple sentence in English (your spelling does not need to be perfect).
• Have had your Permanent Resident Card (green card) for at least 3 years.

Please contact Marcie Blackman at mblackman@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3808 for more information.

All Bender JCC programs are open to everyone. Contact Kate Falls, Director of Inclusion, at kfalls@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3767 to discuss support and accommodations.

Wednesdays

July 10 – August 7 | 7:00 – 9:00 PM | Zoom Only | $150

In this five-week program, students will learn Hebrew through watching and discussing the Israeli Academy Award winning 2018 TV documentary, סליחה על השאלה.

Each episode includes participants of different minorities who answer questions sent in by the public, which sometimes are not asked because of political correctness. Through these answers we learn about the Israeli culture and society.

Questions? Contact Marcie Blackman at 301.348.3808, or email mblackman@benderjccgw.org.

All Bender JCC programs are open to everyone. Contact Kate Falls, Director of Inclusion, at kfalls@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3767 to discuss support and accommodations.

Mondays

July 22 – September 30 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM | $99/member $149/public
Skip dates: September 2

The ancient art of Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce the stress of a busy lifestyle and improve balance, agility, and health. Often described as meditation in motion, Tai Chi promotes serenity, connecting the mind and body.

Tai Chi’s flowing and strength-building movements improve stress management while increasing flexibility, strength, memory, agility, and balance. It derives power from the cultivation of internal strength, rather than muscle power, and is both physically and mentally challenging.

Classes will focus on Yang Short Form. Students should be able to stand on one foot for several seconds at a time and plan to acquire one new move per week.

Questions? Please contact Paul Macias at pmacias@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3891.

All Bender JCC programs are open to everyone. Contact Kate Falls, Director of Inclusion, at kfalls@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3767 to discuss support and accommodations.

Mondays

September 9 – November 11 | 5:00 – 5:30 PM | $220/member $240/public

It’s never too late to learn to swim! In this aquatic orientation class, adults are introduced to basic swimming skills such as front and back floats, arm strokes and rhythmic breathing. Learn this life skill alongside other adults.

Questions? Please contact Caroline Cardullo at ccardullo@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3890.

All Bender JCC programs are open to everyone. Contact Kate Falls, Director of Inclusion, at kfalls@benderjccgw.org or 301.348.3767 to discuss support and accommodations.