Basketball and Sports Classes | Fall 2026

For more information on sports programming, contact Thai Tran, 860-231-6410, ttran@mandelljcc.org

   

JCC Basketball School

Morning & afternoon basketball classes, clinics and private trainings. All levels are welcome. Age-appropriated fundamental drills, conditioning, focus on dribbling, shooting and game play. Customized group classes available. For more information or to schedule a lesson, please contact Thai Tran at ttran@mandelljcc.org.

 

Afternoon Basketball Fundamentals Classes

 Grades 

 Time

 Day

 Pricing 

Tuesdays, September 29-December 15 (11 Week program) No class Nov 3

k-2

4:00-4:50pm

Tuesdays

$305/$242 JCC Member

Wednesdays, September 30-December 16 (12 Week program)

k-1

3:10-4:00pm

Wednesdays

$329/$264 JCC Member

2-4

4:00-4:50pm

Wednesdays

$329/$264 JCC Member

REGISTER

  


 

Private Basketball Lessons

For more information or to schedule a lesson, please contact Thai Tran, ttran@mandelljcc.org or call the sports office at 860-231-6410

 Private Basketball Coaching

 Time

 Price

All Levels Welcomed

Members only

All Week based on gym availability

Private Rate:

30 min - $35

45 min - $45

60 min - $55

Group Rate:

30 min - $25 per student

45 min - $35 per student

60 min - $45 per student

  


 

Election Day Clinics


Basketball Clinic

Tue. Nov 3, 9:00-11:00am

Grades 1-6

Instructor: Thai Tran

We will focus on skills, drills and mini games to get us ready for the winter basketball season.

$57/$45 JCC Member 

REGISTER 

 
Cheer Clinic

Tue. Nov 3, 12:00-2:00pm

Grades 1-6

Join World Cup All Star Cheer and let our expert staff teach you cheerleading skills, including cheers, dances, and stunting. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and have fun with us!

$57/$45 JCC Member 

REGISTER 

 


 

Adult Basketball

 

For more information contact Thai Tran, 860-231-6410, ttran@mandelljcc.org

To register, call member services at 860-236-4571

 

Veterans Fall Basketball League

Sept 15-Nov 10 | 30 years +

Competitive Basketball League

Games:Tuesday nights

Sign up as an individual. A committee of captains place individuals on teams with the intention of having all teams equal. 8 games plus playoffs. Two referees per game. Team jersey provided.

Championship: Tue. Nov 10

$185/$145 JCC Member - per player

Registration opens: Tue, Aug 11 for JCC Members; Tue, Aug 18 for all.

Registration deadline: First comes first serve

 

18 & Over Winter Open League

Nov 16-Mar 29 (14 Games + Playoffs)

Register as a Team

Playoffs week of Mar 15 (Monday and Wednesday)

Championship: Wed. Mar 31

Games Rotate: Mondays, 6:00pm, 7:00pm, 8:00pm, and 9:00pm

$230/$185 JCC Member per player

Registration opens: Sat, Sept 19 for JCC Members; Sat, Sept 26 for all.
Registration deadline: Nov 5. First come, first served.
*Schedule and dates are subject to change.

 

30 & Over Winter Veterans League

Nov 12-Mar 25 (14 Games + Playoff)

Championship: Wed. Mar 31

Games Rotate: Wednesdays, 6:00pm, 7:00pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm

$230/$185 JCC Member

Registration opens: Sat, Sept 19 for JCC Members; Sat, Sept 26 for all.
Registration deadline: Nov 5. First come, first served.
*Schedule and dates are subject to change.

 


 

Drop-in Basketball

18 years +

Sun 8:00-11:30am Ongoing

Tue, Thu and Fri 6:00-7:30am Ongoing

Thu 7:30pm-9:30pm Begins Dec 9

Free for JCC Members

 


 

Racquetball at the J

The Mandell JCC has two official racquetball courts open to members on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations can be made up to two days in advance.

Free racquet rentals are available, but feel free to bring your own gear.

Reserve your court at Member Services: 860-236-4571.

 


 

Youth Winter Basketball

We encourage you to register early, as these programs often sell out. For more information contact Thai Tran, 860-231-6410, ttran@mandelljcc.org

 

PLEASE NOTE: Registration for winter youth basketball will open on September 15 for JCC members and September 22 for community. 

 

Pee Wee Maccabi Basketball Saturdays

Grades K-1

A beginner program that will focus on learning the fundamentals of basketball, through skill-based drills and game play.

Option 1 Saturdays:

Sat | 10:00-11:00am | Jan 2-Mar 28

Mandatory placement clinic: Jan 2 at 10:00am

$305/$225 JCC Member

Option 2 Saturdays:

Sat | 11:30am-12:30pm | Jan 2-Mar 28

Mandatory placement clinic: Jan 2 at 11:30am

$305/$225 JCC Member

 

Option 3 Sundays:

Sun | 11:30am-12:30pm | Jan 3-Mar 28

Mandatory placement clinic: Jan 3 at 11:30am

$305/$225 JCC Member

   

Pee Wee Maccabi Basketball Sundays

Grades K-1

A beginner program that will focus on learning the fundamentals of basketball, through skill-based drills and game play.

Sun | 11:30am-12:30pm | Jan 3-Mar 28

Mandatory placement clinic: Jan 3 at 11:30am

$305/$225 JCC Member

 
Girls Maccabi Basketball

Grades 2-3

A beginner program that will focus on learning the fundamentals of basketball, through skill-based drills and game play.

Sun | 4:00pm-5:00pm | Jan 3-Mar 28

Mandatory placement clinic: Jan 3 at 4:00pm

$305/$225 JCC Member

 
Junior Maccabi Basketball

Grades 2-4

Sundays and weekday practices on Tuesday or Thursday

Jan 3-Mar 28

Mandatory placement clinic: Jan 3 at 1:00pm

The program focuses on skill, teamwork, and understanding of the sport through practice and game play. Each week, a team will have one 50-minute practice during the week and one 40-minute game on Sunday.

Games: Sun 12:45-3:00pm (Rotating Schedule)

Practice Times: Tues/Thurs 5:15-6:00pm or 6:00-6:45pm (based on team placement)

$325/$255 JCC Member

***Time is subject to Change***

 

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