Enrichment Opportunities for Everyone!
From infants to big kids – and their adults, too! – Shalom Orlando has enrichment programs to engage them all. There are options to fit a variety of schedules, interests, and age ranges, and JCC members or Shayna's Village members can save on every one! To learn more about JCC membership, Click Here, and scroll down to learn more about each enrichment class.
Shayna's Village Classes for Infants and Toddlers
These “Adult and Me” classes give the littlest learners a chance to spend quality time with their grown-ups while focusing on motor-skills, verbal development, and FUN!
TummyTime!™
Instructor Lesley Podberesky
Mondays, 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.
(non-mobile infants)
This trademarked class will teach you fun activities like infant massage, baby yoga, and additional techniques to do with your babies so they get all the benefits of tummy time.
Baby & Me Swim Class
Tuesdays, 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. (Instructor Jordan Harris)
Wednesdays, 12:30 - 1:00 p.m. (Instructor Sarah Grace DeBeaugrine)
This 8-week parent-and-child swim program is for children who are new to the water. Children will gain familiarity with the pool and basic water activities.
Go Baby!
Instructor Lesley Podberesky
Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.
(mobile babies-young toddlers)
The children will develop fine and gross motor skills, body awareness, strength and flexibility, while having fun through creative music and fitness activities. For mobile babies – young toddlers.
Mommy and Me Yoga
Instructor Lisa Schreiber
Thursdays, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Yoga and mindfulness are terrific for humans of all ages. For our youngest children, they are priceless! You and your child will learn strategies for self-regulation and happiness, including yoga poses, meditation, and deep breathing, all with a Jewish twist.
Free Family Fridays
Fridays, 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.
A time each week for you to spend with your little ones, enjoying the Village activities including Stories and Snuggles, Snack Date, and Musical Shabbat.
FREE with Annual Village Pass or JCC membership. Visitors may attend once as a guest.
Afternoon Enrichment for Children 3 to 5 Years Old
Swimming, chess, music, sports, and more – these engaging classes have something for every youngster who is eager to learn and explore.
Yoga
Instructor Emily Walsh
Mondays, 2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
Give your child the tools they need to live a healthy, happy life with mindful yoga. Every class includes movement sequences woven together with classroom themes like gratitude and integrity, along with breathing and yoga exercises that all children can enjoy.
Tumbling
Instructor Char Boggs
Wednesday 2:00 - 2:45,
Tumbling develops strength, balance, and body control through skills like rolls, cartwheels, and backbends. Our enrichment classes focus on safe progressions tailored to each child’s level. All athletes gain confidence and technique in a structured setting while having fun.
Ooey Gooey Science
Instructor Amy Feinberg
Wednesdays, 1:15 - 2:45 p.m.
A class in Shayna's Village were the children will do awesome experiments. Just to name a few of the explosive and messy activities are homemade bubbles, a Coke and Mentos geyser, a volcano, and erupting Ivory soap. They will be able to squish, squeeze, smash and smear the ingredients. No class June 11 & 18, 2025.
Soccer
Instructor Josh Pruett
Tuesdays, 2:00 - 2:45
3:00 - 3:45 p.m.
Beginner soccer players will get an introduction to the fundamentals of soccer, build social skills, and improve self-confidence under the instruction of a trained UpField Soccer teacher.
Music Makers – Guitar
Instructor TJ Woods
Thursdays 2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
Calling all future rock stars! This class will focus on introducing the guitar, simple counting, making sounds, and performing in a fun and engaging way.
Cheerleading
Instructor Char Boggs
Wednesday 1:00 - 1:45
Cheerleading combines stunting, tumbling, jumps, and dance to build strength, confidence, and teamwork. Our enrichment classes teach fundamental skills in a fun, supportive environment. Athletes will improve coordination, flexibility, and performance while learning the basics of cheer.
Simcha Snackers
Instructor Jordan Harris
Mondays, 1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
Ignite your child’s passion for cooking and their connection to Jewish culture with our immersive, hand-on kids cooking class. Your young chefs will gain practical skills such as measuring, proper use of kitchen utensils, and critical safety practices, that will serve them for a lifetime.
Chesslandia
Instructor TJ Woods
Tuesdays, 2:00-2:45 p.m
3:00 - 3:45 p.m.
Introduce young minds to the world of chess in a fun, interactive, and age-appropriate way! This class focuses on critical thinking, problem-solving and concentration skills through playful activities and engaging instruction.
Music Makers – Instrument Exploration
Instructor TJ Woods
Fridays, 2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
This open-ended curriculum is designed to explore the history, functions and group dynamics of various instruments. We will focus on hands-on activities, creativity, and group collaboration while introducing students to keyboards, electric guitars, bass, bells, percussion, and other group- oriented instruments.
Keyboard Capers
Instructor Cathy Cotter
Tuesdays, 1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
In this class, the children will learn beginning keyboard skills in a fun and engaging way. Children will practice key locations, finger placement, and simple typing tasks like their name. Lessons often include colorful visuals and interactive games to build motor skills and familiarity through play. All keyboards will be provided.
Junior Tennis Development
Instructor Vlad Obradovic
Tuesdays 1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
Thursdays, 1:00 - 1:45 p.m. 2:00 - 2:45 p.m.
This program is INDOORS for the summer! Revolution Academy Junior Tennis Program is designed to give children the chance to develop the proper technique, movement, and hand-eye coordination so they can foster a love for the sport of tennis.
Rockstar Academy Guitar Lessons
Instructor TJ Woods
Thursdays 3:00 - 5:30 p.m. and Fridays 4:00-5:30 p.m.
(private, 30-minute lessons)
Learn guitar in the Village from guitar instructor extraordinaire, TJ Woods. Open to kindergartners through adults.
Art
Instructor TJ Woods
Fridays, 1:00 - 1:45
3:00 - 3:45 p.m.
A class that explores both process and product art through multiple mediums. Projects include painting and air-dry sculptures, texture rubbing, painting and mixed media.