Welcome to the JCC!

Serving the Omaha Community Since 1926

The Jewish Community Center has been a big part of Omaha for more than eight decades! We opened our doors in 1926, and still today, continue to serve everyone in the community with our state-of-the-art facilities, outstanding programs and dedicated staff.

We’re so glad that so many members of our Omaha community participate in JCC programs. On any one day at the “J” you can see the full range of activities for children as young as 6 weeks old to seniors in their 90’s still keeping active and fit.

Compare us to anybody in town. We’re confident you’ll want to be part of a place where you can enjoy our staff, other members, and our exceptional facilities and programs.

Our Mission

The JCC’s mission is to create a positive Jewish environment in which to build, strengthen and preserve Jewish identity and traditions. The Center reaches out to the Jewish community and provides its members with a unique opportunity to associate through a variety of social, cultural, recreational, educational and physical fitness program, activities and services.

Something for everyone

Why JCC?

Phil Sokolof Fitness Center

Recently refreshed with new furnishings and equipment, the Phil Sokolof Fitness Center is a spacious 210,000 sq.ft. facility that houses everything you need to keep your workouts fresh and dynamic.

Wide Selection of Cardio Equipment, Weight Machines, & Free Weights
Group Exercise Studio
Spin Studio
Pilate Reformer Studios
Mind-Body Studio
Indoor Walking / Running Track
Locker Rooms
Massage Therapy Area
Physical Therapy Room
Health Spa with Sauna, Whirlpool, & Steam Room (Requires Health Spa membership)

Aquatics

Whether you swim for fitness or swim for fun, our aquatic facilities have something for everyone. Outdoor and indoor pools provide year-round accessibility.

GOLDSTEIN FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER (Outdoor)
The Goldstein Family Aquatic Center opened in the summer of 2018. This beautiful outdoor aquatic area houses:

25-meter Competition Pool (heated) with Lap Lanes, Diving Boards & Climbing Wall
Family-Friendly Leisure Pool (heated) with Zero Depth Entry & Aqua Play Unit
Lazy River
Splash Pad
14′ Water Slide
Bathhouse with Showers & Family Changing Area
Concession Stand & Covered Eating Area
Coin Operated Lockers & Towel Service

INDOOR AQUATIC CENTER – Coming Soon!
The indoor aquatic area is currently undergoing exciting renovations! We are refurbishing the existing indoor pool and adding a family-friendly recreational pool. The new Indoor Aquatic Center will include:

25-yard Competition Pool (heated) with 6 Full Lap Lanes, New Filter/Gutter System, & Easy Stair Entry
Family-Friendly Recreational Pool (heated) with Zero Depth Entry & Aqua Play Features
15′ Water Slide
Lazy River
Water Therapy Vortex
Towel Service

Child Development

The Pennie Z. Davis Child Development Center provides a safe and nurturing space for our smallest members.

19,000 sq. ft facility
Open Plan Facility with Great Room
Quiet Sleep Room for Infants
Wet Play Areas
Art Room
Kitchens Equipped for Children
Outdoor Playgrounds

Performing Arts

From dance to musical theater, our performing arts programs are housed in professional grade studios and theater. Starting in the winter of 2020, the existing theater space will be renovated to include new seats, new lights, new rigging, a new audio / visual system and a new acoustic systems. New piano and voice studios will also be added. The dressing rooms will be updated.

7,000 sq ft. Theater with Seating for Over 300 People
Dedicated Dance Studios
Piano & Voice Studios – Coming soon!
Art Gallery

Sports & Recreation

Our popular athletic programs are offered in our newly refreshed basketball gymnasium.

12,000 sq. ft. Full Size Gymnasium with Multiple Basketball Courts
Outdoor Soccer Fields
Outdoor Baseball Field
Outdoor Sand Volleyball Court
Rentable Space for Sports Teams

Youth Services

Youth programming is housed upstairs in the Youth Lounge. This area, generously supported by the Goldstein, Fellman, and Kooper families, houses wonderful games and activities.

3,900 sq. ft. Youth Lounge with Game Station, Xercise Wall & Lego Tables
Art Area
Study Area
Kitchen Area
Fit & Sit Childcare Room
Outdoor Playground & Pavilion

Health & Well-Being
To provide facilities and programs that promote physical, social and emotional well-being.

Community
To provide belonging, connectedness, and inclusiveness through programs and partnerships.

Education
To provide the opportunity for personal growth and life-long learning.

Judaism
To incorporate traditional Jewish morals and values to successfully meet our mission.

You Belong Here

The Jewish Community Center has been a big part of Omaha for more than eight decades! We opened our doors in 1926 and still, today continue to serve everyone in the community with our state-of-the-art facilities, outstanding programs, and dedicated staff. We’ve been here in the past, we’re here today and we’ll be here tomorrow.