Hollander Aquatics Center

 
Our Hollander Aquatics Center features three pools:

  • Six-lane, 25-yard lap pool  
  • 20' x 40' training pool 
  • 10-person whirlpool 

We provide a safe aquatic environment to enjoy lap swimming and structured programming, as well as open swim periods for play and relaxation. Certified lifeguards are on duty during all hours of operation, and there is convenient access to locker rooms and showers.

 

 


Our J Swim School is a technique based swimming program taught by certified experienced instructors.  Our goal is to provide skill progression in a nurturing environment. 


Aquatics programming includes swim lessons* for all ages, water group exercise classes, and USA Swimming competitive swim teams.

  

> Sharks Swim Teams

> Pool Schedule

 

For more information contact Jaine Mazer, Aquatics Director, 860-231-6363, jmazer@mandelljcc.org.
*Mandell JCC membership required for swim lessons

   

  

December Lifeguard Training Courses

LOCATION: Mandell JCC main campus

and a portion of one day at a deep water facility

DECEMBER 2025 SESSION

Sunday, December 21 | 9:00am-4:30pm

Wednesday, December 24 | 9:00am-1:00pm

Friday, December 26 | 9:00am-3:00pm

Sunday, December 28 | 9:00am-5:00pm

Monday, December 29 | 9:00am-5:00pm

NOTE: Participants MUST attend all 5 days. All materials will be provided

Initial Certification Class: $380/$330 JCC Member (Non-refundable for withdrawal)

Successful candidates hired by our JCC can be refunded after 90 days employment.

For information contact Brian Ruyle, 860-231-6434, bruyle@mandelljcc.org. To register contact Jessica Farrell, jfarrell@mandelljcc.org, 860-231-6329

 

 

J Swim School Winter 2026 Swim Classes
For registration information, contact Jessica Farrell, Program Administrative Coordinator, jfarrell@mandelljcc.org. Refunds and class changes available prior to Monday, December 29 at 4:00pm. To be eligible for JCC swimming classes and programs, JCC membership must be in good standing through the duration of the class session. For more information, contact Jaine Mazer, 860-231-6363, jmazer@mandelljcc.org.
 
Register online, in person or by phone, 860-231-6329. All aquatics participants must have current JCC membership.

 
TODDLER 1 | 6 mos.-36 mos.
Prerequisite: None.
Skills Taught: Parent/Child Interaction. Water adjustment. Safety. Propulsion and fun. Bring a special swim diaper.
Sunday | 8:00-8:30am | Jan 4-Mar 22 (12 wks) | $216

TODDLER 2 | 18 mos.-3 yrs.
Prerequisite: Ability to walk independently.
Skills Taught: Parent/Child Interaction. Water adjustment. Safety. Propulsion and fun. Bring a special swim diaper.
Sunday | 9:00-9:30am | Jan 4-Mar 22 (12 wks) | $216
Sunday | 11:30am-12:00pm | Jan 4-Mar 22 (12 wks) | $216

MINNOWS 1 | 3 yrs. (by first class)-5 yrs.
Prerequisite: Children are ready to learn on their own in a group setting. MUST BE 3 YRS. BY FIRST CLASS. Children are toilet trained and comfortable taking a shower. ECC: Pre-K 3, Pre-K 4, TK.
Skills Taught: Bubbles. 3-second submersion. Floating and kicking with a kick board.
Sunday | 8:30-9:00am | Jan 4-Mar 22 (12 wks) | $216
Sunday | 9:30-10:00am | Jan 4-Mar 22 (12 wks) | $216
Sunday | 11:00-11:30am | Jan 4-Mar 22 (12 wks) | $216
Monday | 12:45-1:15pm | Jan 5-Mar 23 (10 wks) | $180 No class 1/19, 2/16
Monday | 3:30-4:00pm | Jan 5-Mar 23 (10 wks) | $180 No class 1/19, 2/16
Tuesday | 12:45-1:15pm | Jan 6-Mar 24 (11 wks) | $198 No class 2/17
Wednesday | 3:30-4:00pm | Jan 7-Mar 25 (12 wks) | $216
Thursday | 3:30-4:00pm | Jan 8-Mar 26 (12 wks) | $216
Friday | 12:45-1:15pm | Jan 9-Mar 27 (12 wks) | $216

 

MINNOWS 2 | 3-5 yrs.
Prerequisite: Minnows 1 skills. MUST BE 3 YRS. BY FIRST CLASS.
Skills Taught: Front float independently. Swim independently. Back float independently.
Sunday | 11:00-11:30am | Jan 4-Mar 22 (12 wks) | $216
Monday | 12:45-1:15pm | Jan 5-Mar 23 (10 wks) | $180 No class 1/19, 2/16
Thursday | 12:45-1:15pm | Jan 8-Mar 26 (12 wks) $216


NEW! MINNOWS 3 | 3-5 yrs.
Prerequisite: Minnows 2 skills. MUST BE 3 YRS. BY FIRST CLASS.
Skills Taught: Independent prone and back float in deep water. Independent front crawl stroke in deep water. Independent swim on back in deep water. Class will be taught in the deep side of the training pool.
Wednesday | 3:30-4:00pm | Jan 7-Mar 25 (12 wks) | $216

 

LEVEL 1 | SWIMMING K & Up
Prerequisite: Children are ready to learn on their own in a group setting.
Skills Taught: Submersion 5 seconds. Independent prone and back float. Independent front crawl stroke (10 feet in deep water). Independent swim on back (10 feet in deep water). Class will be taught in the training pool.
Sunday | 1:00-1:45pm | Jan 4-Mar 22 (12 wks) | $216
Sunday | 2:00-2:45pm | Jan 4-Mar 22 (12 wks) | $216
Monday | 4:00-4:45pm | Jan 5-Mar 23 (10 wks) | $180 No class 1/19, 2/16
Wednesday | 4:00-4:45pm | Jan 7-Mar 25 (12 wks) | $216
Thursday | 4:00-4:45pm | Jan 8-Mar 26 (12 wks) | $216

LEVEL 2 | SWIMMING K & Up
Prerequisite: Level 1 skills.
Skills Taught: Treading water. Swim front crawl stroke 30 feet with breathing. Combined stroke on back 30 feet. Class will be taught primarily in lap pool.
Sunday | 1:00-1:45pm | Jan 4-Mar 22 (12 wks) | $216
Monday | 4:00-4:45pm | Jan 5-Mar 23 (10 wks) | $180 No class 1/19, 2/16
Wednesday | 4:00-4:45pm | Jan 7-Mar 25 (12 wks) | $216

 

LEVEL 3 | SWIMMING K & Up
Prerequisite: Level 2 skills.
Skills Taught: Front crawl with rotary breathing. Elementary backstroke. Scissor kick. Dolphin kick. Breaststroke kick. Class will be taught in the lap pool.
Monday | 4:00-4:45pm | Jan 5-Mar 23 (10 wks) | $180 No class 1/19, 2/16
Wednesday | 4:00-4:45pm | Jan 7-Mar 25 (12 wks) | $216

LEVEL 4 | SWIMMING K & Up
Prerequisite: Level 3 skills
Skills Taught: Side stroke and butterfly. Front crawl increased distance. Elementary backstroke increased distance. Breaststroke.
Monday | 4:00-4:45pm | Jan 5-Mar 23 (11 wks) | $180 No class 1/19, 2/16

 

 

Private Swim Lessons All ages
Private swim classes are available for children and adults of all 
abilities and ages. For JCC members only.

PRIVATE 1 lesson SEMI PRIVATE 1 lesson
30-minutes $40 30-minutes $30/person
45-minutes $50 45-minutes $40/person
60-minutes $60 60-minutes $50/person

Information: Jaine Mazer, 860-231-6363, jmazer@mandelljcc.org

 

 

Total Immersion (One-On-One)
This swimming technique embraces the art of swimming efficiently. Feel relaxed and love each stroke you take. Many triathletes seek this method to improve their speed and distance in open water. JCC membership required.
$85/hour | $70/45 minutes | $55/30 minutes

Available by appointment: 
Kathy Armstrong-Crouch, 860-231-6337, kcrouch@mandelljcc.org

 


Lifeguard Training Courses

LOCATION: Mandell JCC main campus and a portion of one day at a deep 
water facility

APRIL 2026 SESSION
Monday, April 13 | 9:00am-5:00pm
Tuesday, April 14 | 9:00am-5:00pm
Wednesday, April 15 | 9:00am-5:00pm
Thursday, April 16 | 9:00am-5:00pm
Friday, April 17 | 9:00am-3:00pm

NOTE: Participants MUST attend all 5 days.
All materials will be provided
Initial Certification Class:
$380/$330 JCC Member 
(Non-refundable for withdrawal)
Successful candidates hired by our JCC can be refunded after 90 days employment.

For information contact Brian Ruyle, 860-231-6434, bruyle@mandelljcc.org.
To register contact Jessica Farrell, jfarrell@mandelljcc.org, 860-231-6329

     

 

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