New Orleans Jcc - Uptown

Overview

• Facility Type: The New Orleans Jewish Community Center (JCC) is a comprehensive community fitness and recreation center, not a dedicated sauna business. It features state-of-the-art fitness centers, indoor and outdoor pools, gymnasiums, and multipurpose spaces across two locations (Uptown and Metairie). No saunas or spa facilities are mentioned in the content.
• Overall Atmosphere and Experience: Welcoming and inclusive environment guided by Jewish values but open to everyone. Emphasizes community building, family fun, education, health, and cultural events. Post-Hurricane Katrina resilience highlights its role as a community hub with a vibrant, supportive vibe for all ages.

Features & Amenities

• Fitness Centers: Available at both Uptown and Metairie locations with extended hours; equipped for workouts, group exercise classes, and personal training.
• Pools:
  • Uptown: Indoor and outdoor pools for lap swimming and rec swim (seasonal splash pad; outdoor lap swimming year-round).
  • Metairie: Outdoor pool and splash pad (seasonal).
• Gymnasiums: Pasternack Family Gym (Uptown) and similar at Metairie; schedules available for open play and sports.
• Additional Amenities: Early childhood center, summer camp facilities, member lounges, app for services, event spaces, and areas for classes like arts, music, and memory programs.
• Technology & Accessibility: Mobile app for member services, online registration, and program guides.

Services

• Fitness & Wellness: Group exercise classes, personal training, CPR/First Aid certification, adult memory programs (e.g., ACE for Alzheimer’s care, Memory Cafe, Mind Matters).
• Youth & Family Programs: Early childhood education, swim school, youth classes (dance, music, arts), Kids’ Night Out, summer camp (minimum 4 weeks, requires membership).
• Adult Classes: Mah Jongg lessons and tournaments, Jewish studies (Weekly Wisdom, Jewish Studies 101), driver’s education (via Lingle Driving Academy).
• Events & Holidays: Community celebrations like Purim Carnival (Adloyadah), Yom HaShoah, Yom Ha’Atzmaut, Chanukah concerts; lectures (Morris Bart Sr. Series), men’s groups.
• Other: Volunteer opportunities, support groups, Shabbat times, links to Jewish resources/synagogues.

Pricing

• Membership: Required for many programs (e.g., camp, classes); details via membership page. No general pricing listed.
• Classes & Programs (examples):
  • Mah Jongg lessons: $100 members / $115 non-members (6 sessions).
  • Mah Jongg Tournament: $60 per person (includes prizes entry).
  • Adult CPR/AED: $63 members / $77 non-members.
  • Youth classes (e.g., Baby and Me Music): $225 members / $245 non-members.
  • Driver’s Ed: $600 per student (both members/non-members).
  • Summer Camp: Deposits $100; full pricing via camp details.
• Many events free or low-cost for members/community.

Location & Hours

• Locations:
  • Uptown: 5342 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA (main historic site).
  • Metairie: 3747 W. Esplanade Ave, Metairie, LA.
• Fitness Center Hours (both locations):
  • Monday-Thursday: 5:30 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Friday: 5:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: 8:00 AM - 6:45 PM
• Pool/Gym Schedules: Location-specific PDFs available; subject to change/staffing. Holiday closures (e.g., Thanksgiving full close).
• Full schedules: Hours page.

Notes

• What Makes It Special: 160+ years of history (since 1855), resilient post-Katrina (reopened quickly as FEMA base). Focuses on inclusivity (open to all, interfaith partnerships), Jewish culture/education, and holistic wellness (physical, mental, social). Leader in early childhood, camps, and senior/memory care. Recent expansions (2018) for future generations. Strong community partnerships (e.g., Jewish Federation, synagogues). No dedicated sauna/spa, but robust fitness/pool amenities position it as a family wellness hub.