Mandel JCC of Palm Beach Gardens

About

A Jewish community center offering swim lessons from 6 months through competitive team prep, Camp Shalom for kids through 8th grade, afterschool care, preschool programs, and family events. The George Rothman Aquatics Center has a shallow learning zone and spray ground, with structured swim levels that progress from parent-child classes to stroke development. Camp runs arts, sports and outdoor activities with daily swimming for grades K-8, while year-round programming includes enrichment classes and school break coverage. Swim lessons use a detailed level system building from basic water safety to competitive strokes, with group, semi-private, or private options available.

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Programs (16)

• Birthday Parties

  Birthday Party
  Ages 3–12· Paid

  Kids celebrate with swimming, games, and activities in party packages designed for different age groups. The JCC handles setup, activities, and cleanup so parents can focus on celebrating with their child and guests.

• Camp Shalom

  Camp
  Ages 5–14· Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday· Morning, Afternoon· Paid

  Kids dive into arts, sports, and outdoor adventures while forming friendships and building confidence with caring counselors. Daily swimming for grades K-8, special events like carnivals and Maccabi games, plus optional nut-free catered lunches make every day memorable. Camp runs 8 AM to 6 PM with small counselor-to-camper ratios and on-site medical care.

• Swim Level 2 - Building the Bridge

  Class
  Ages 3–6· Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday· Afternoon· Paid

  Kids work on independent back floating, rolling over for breath, and swimming 2-3 body lengths with eyes underwater. Your child must already be comfortable with submersion and breath control to join this level.

• Swim Level 5 - Build, Build, Build

  Class
  Ages 6–12· Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday· Afternoon· Paid

  Kids master full breaststroke, backstroke with proper turns, and introduction to butterfly stroke while building endurance with 5-minute continuous swims. Your child must swim freestyle with side breathing for one pool length before joining this level.

• Swim Level 4 - Now We're Moving!

  Class
  Ages 5–10· Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday· Afternoon· Paid

  Kids learn freestyle with side breathing, proper backstroke with wall turns, and breaststroke kicks. Your child must be able to swim 4-5 body lengths and roll over for breath unassisted to join this level.

• Preschool Enrichments

  Class
  Ages 2–5· Paid

  Preschoolers explore age-appropriate activities like art, music, and movement in structured classes designed to support early development. These enrichment programs complement regular preschool with specialized instruction in creative and physical activities.

• Toddlers Swim - 16 Months to 2.5 Years

  Class
  Ages 16–30· Paid

  Toddlers learn buoyancy, balance, and breath control with a parent present for support. Kids practice monkey walking along the pool edge, floating skills, and introduction to back floating through structured activities and songs.

• Youth Sports

  Class
  Ages 5–15· Paid

  Kids participate in basketball, sports leagues, and athletic programs designed for different age groups and skill levels. These programs focus on skill development, teamwork, and fun in a supportive Jewish community center environment.

• Swim Level 3 - Putting the Pieces Together

  Class
  Ages 4–8· Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday· Afternoon· Paid

  Kids build endurance and distance while learning streamline glides, elementary backstroke, and introduction to freestyle stroke. Your child needs to swim 2-3 body lengths underwater and back float independently before starting this level.

• JSwim Clinic

  Class
  Ages 8–15· Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday· Evening· Paid

  Swimmers who can swim 25 yards unassisted work on stroke development, technique refinement, and endurance training in a team environment. The program runs Monday through Thursday with separate beginner and advanced groups focusing on building confidence and competitive skills.

• Swim Level 6 - Developmental Swim Team

  Class
  Ages 7–14· Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday· Afternoon· Paid

  Kids perfect butterfly with breathing and turns, learn individual medley, and focus on increasing distance while maintaining proper form. This advanced level prepares swimmers for competitive team swimming with coaching that can happen from poolside.

• Play at the J - Swim

  Class
  Ages 6–24· Paid

  Parents and babies work together in the water to learn basic swimming fundamentals and water safety skills. This is a parent-child class for kids 6-24 months old where the adult supports the child in the water while learning proper holding techniques and safety topics.

• Swim Level 1 - The Foundation

  Class
  Ages 2–5· Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday· Afternoon· Paid

  Kids practice basic water comfort skills including blowing bubbles, going underwater with eyes open, and introduction to back floating. This 30-minute class focuses on building confidence and comfort in the water for children who can separate from parents.

• J345 Beyond the Bell

  After School
  Ages 6–12· Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday· Afternoon· Paid

  Kids enjoy structured activities, homework support, and enrichment programs in a safe after school environment. The program provides pickup from local schools and combines learning with fun activities to keep kids engaged until parents arrive.

• School's Out Days

  Camp
  Ages 5–12· Morning, Afternoon· Paid

  Kids enjoy special activities, games, and field trips on days when school is closed but parents still work. These full-day programs provide structured fun and supervision during teacher workdays and holiday breaks.

• Babies Swim Level 1

  Class
  Ages 6–15· Wednesday, Sunday· Paid

  Babies practice swimming fundamentals with a parent in the water, focusing on buoyancy, balance, and getting back to pool edge. Kids work on breath control and basic skills using songs and pool toys to make learning fun.