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Worcester JCC

Overview

The Worcester Jewish Community Center (JCC) is a comprehensive community hub featuring a sauna and steam room within its exclusive spa locker room, available primarily to members as part of a robust health and fitness facility. This 80,000-square-foot center combines wellness amenities like the sauna with family-oriented programs, fostering physical, social, and cultural enrichment.

  • Facility type: Multi-purpose community center with sauna, steam room, indoor/outdoor pools, gym, courts, and spa services integrated into membership perks.
  • Overall atmosphere and experience: Inclusive and welcoming for all backgrounds, ethnicities, and faiths, creating a vibrant, family-friendly environment emphasizing community connection, fun, fitness, and Jewish cultural events. Visitors enjoy a supportive space for exercise, relaxation, classes, and events, with a focus on positivity, volunteerism, and lifelong learning—“It’s always a great day at the ‘J’”.

Features & Amenities

The JCC boasts state-of-the-art facilities tailored for wellness, recreation, and family activities, with the sauna and steam room highlighted as premium spa features (additional fee for spa add-ons; towel service and rentable lockers included):

  • Spa Locker Room: Sauna, steam room, towel service, rentable lockers (private/semi-private options).
  • Aquatics: Indoor/outdoor pools, aqua aerobics.
  • Fitness: Fitness center, group exercise classes, virtual streaming studio, training studio with boxing/TRX equipment.
  • Sports Courts: Racquetball, squash, indoor/outdoor pickleball, tennis, outdoor basketball/tennis/pickleball courts.
  • Gym & Recreation: Full-size gym, outdoor fields, state-of-the-art playground.
  • Other: Art studio, cultural gallery, My J app for reservations, JAlert for schedule updates.

Services

A wide array of programs complements the sauna and spa experience, promoting health, skill-building, and community engagement:

  • Wellness & Spa Services: Massage therapy, Reiki sessions (30/60 min, member/non-member rates: $45-$95), swim lessons (Parent/Tot to Level 3+), WAHOO Swim Club.
  • Fitness & Sports Classes: Group exercise, pickleball drop-in (free for members, $10 public), karate (ages 8+, $70-$80/month), youth basketball/soccer/T-ball (ages 3-8+), adult programs.
  • Youth & Family Programs: After-school care (K-6, transportation from local schools), early childhood center (infants-preschool), summer camps (day/sports/preschool), vacation programs.
  • Arts & Culture: Ceramics classes, photography workshops, Mah Jongg, author series, Jewish film festival, gallery exhibits, holiday events (e.g., Hanukkah, Giving Tuesday).
  • Membership Perks: Guest passes ($20/adult, $10/child), employer discounts (15% off for partners like UMass, colleges), financial aid available.

Pricing

Pricing emphasizes affordability with member discounts (M) vs. non-member (NM); specific membership rates via Welcome Desk (employer partners get 15% off annual fees). Key examples:

  • Spa/Sauna: Add-on fees (discounted for members; details on request).
  • Classes: Swim lessons ($114M/$144NM, 6 weeks); youth sports ($80-$160M/$105-$210NM); ceramics ($168M/$192NM); Reiki ($45-$80M/$55-$95NM); pickleball drop-in ($10 public).
  • Programs: After-school/vacation camps (flyers online); summer camps (member discounts).
  • Other: Raffles ($20/ticket), challah subscription ($42-$105/7 weeks), guest day passes ($10-$20).
  • Financial Assistance: Contact Jeannine Peloquin (x226) for scholarships/childcare receipts.

Location & Hours

  • Location: 633 Salisbury Street, Worcester, MA (phone: 508-756-7109; easy access for Greater Worcester area).
  • Operating Hours: Vary by facility/program; group exercise, gym, pool schedules online (view via website/schedules link). Pickleball: Tues/Thurs 9am-12pm, Mon/Wed 6-8:30pm. Classes/events specific (e.g., swim lessons Oct-Dec). JAlert notifications for changes; My J app for reservations.

Notes

  • What makes this sauna special: Integrated into an inclusive, all-welcome community center (not exclusive to Jewish members), blending sauna relaxation with diverse programming like cultural events, youth sports, and arts—unique for fostering mind-body-spirit wellness in a supportive, volunteer-driven space. Standout features: Family focus (childcare to senior programs), employer partnerships, Jewish cultural depth (films, authors, holidays), and emphasis on accessibility/financial aid. Testimonials praise safe, fun environments for kids and exceptional staff positivity.

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AMENITIES

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PRICE

MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED; CLASSES $70-$210 MEMBER/NON-MEMBER; SWIM LESSONS $114/$144; SPA ADD-ONS ADDITIONAL FEE

MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED

YES

RESERVATION

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HOURS

MONDAY5:15 AM - 8:00 PM
TUESDAY5:15 AM - 8:00 PM
WEDNESDAY5:15 AM - 8:00 PM
THURSDAY5:15 AM - 8:00 PM
FRIDAY5:15 AM - 8:00 PM
SATURDAY7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SUNDAY7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

ADDRESS

633 SALISBURY ST, WORCESTER, MA 01609

PHONE

(508) 756-7109

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