Humans of October 7th: Israeli Photojournalist Exhibit + Presentation
Stroum Jewish Community Center 3801 E Mercer Way, Mercer IslandWeek of Events
EXHIBIT | HYPHEN: Graphic Novels of Jewish Diversity
Explore Jewish diversity through HYPHEN: Jewish Stories in Our Own Words, a graphic novel exhibit featuring stories of identity, immigration and belonging.
Sunday, October 11, 2026
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October 11, 2026 -Sunday Pool Hours
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October 11, 2026 -Fitness Class: Advanced H.I.R.T – Sunday
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October 11, 2026 -Fitness Class: H.I.R.T. – Sunday
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Featured October 11, 2026 -Featured SJCC Book Club: โHeaven and Earth Grocery Storeโ
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Featured October 11, 2026 -Featured Humans of October 7th: Israeli Photojournalist Exhibit + Presentation
Fitness Class: Advanced H.I.R.T – Sunday
Join us for our H.I.R.T Advanced Class at the J Sunday mornings with Leslie at 8:15 am.ย
Fitness Class: H.I.R.T. – Sunday
Join us Sunday at 9:30 am with Leslie for our H.I.R.T. Intermediate (High Intensity Resistance Training) fitness class with Leslie. Short bursts of high-intensity exercise followed by short periods of rest. Designed to burn fat, build muscle, and improve cardiovascular conditioning and endurance.
SJCC Book Club: โHeaven and Earth Grocery Storeโ
Join the SJCC Book Club and KCLS for a multicultural discussion of โThe Heaven and Earth Grocery Store,โ exploring community, identity, and belonging.
Humans of October 7th: Israeli Photojournalist Exhibit + Presentation
Join us for an evening with acclaimed Israeli artist and photojournalist Erez Kaganovitz, creator of the powerful exhibition Humans of October 7.
Monday, October 12, 2026
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October 12, 2026 -Monday Pool Hours
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October 12, 2026 -Fitness Class: Pilates
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October 12, 2026 -Fitness Class: Aqua Fit
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October 12, 2026 -Fitness Class: Intermediate Bootcamp – Monday
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October 12, 2026 -Fall Beginner Bridge Lessons
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October 12, 2026 -Fitness Class: Rock Steady Boxing Level 1/2
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October 12, 2026 -Fitness Class: Rock Steady Boxing Level 3/4
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Featured October 12, 2026 -Featured Daytime American Mahjong Free Play
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October 12, 2026 -Fall Intermediate Bridge Lessons
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Featured October 12, 2026 -Featured Evening Mahjong Free Play
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Featured October 12, 2026 -Featured October Beginner Mahjong Class
Fitness Class: Pilates
Strengthen your core and improve posture through controlled, flowing movement. Build long, lean muscle and overall body control. All levels.
Fitness Class: Aqua Fit
Join us at the J's indoor pool every weekday (Monday, Wednesday + Friday)ย at 9 am for our AquaFit beginner group fitness class led by our fitness staff. Aqua Fit is a heart-pumping workout with no added impact on your joints.
Fitness Class: Intermediate Bootcamp – Monday
Join us for Intermediate Bootcamp on Mondays at 9:45 am. Work at your own pace with modifiable exercises that challenge your cardiovascular system and muscle strength.
Fall Beginner Bridge Lessons
Learn the basics of bridge in this five-lesson series designed for beginners.
Fitness Class: Rock Steady Boxing Level 1/2
Join us Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at the J for our Rock Steady Boxing Level 1/2 group fitness class at 11 am.
Fitness Class: Rock Steady Boxing Level 3/4
Join us Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at the J for our Rock Steady Boxing Level 3/4 group fitness class at 12:15 pm. This class shares the same positive, fun, comprehensive approach to group exercise as the original class, but at a more moderate tempo.
Fall Intermediate Bridge Lessons
Sharpen + refresh your Bridge skills, including supervised play and conventions.
October Beginner Mahjong Class
Learn American-style Mahjong in this one-and-done class designed for complete beginners.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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October 13, 2026 -Tuesday Pool Hours
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October 13, 2026 -Fitness Class: Total Body Sculpt
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October 13, 2026 -Fitness Class: Advanced Strength + HIIT
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October 13, 2026 -Fitness Class: TRX Suspension Training
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October 13, 2026 -Fitness Class: Aqua Fit Strong
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October 13, 2026 -Fitness Class: Body Fit
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October 13, 2026 -Fitness Class: Senior Strong
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October 13, 2026 -Fitness Class: Zumba
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October 13, 2026 -Fitness Class: H.I.R.T – T/TH
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October 13, 2026 -Fitness Class: Hatha Yoga
Fitness Class: Total Body Sculpt
Strengthen and tone your entire body using a mix of equipment and bodyweight training. A balanced workout that builds strength and endurance. Intermediate.
Fitness Class: Advanced Strength + HIIT
Advanced Strength + HIIT is a high-intensity workout designed for experienced participants looking to build strength, power, and endurance.
Fitness Class: TRX Suspension Training
Join us at the J Tuesday mornings at 8:30 am for TRX Suspension Training, a weekly fitness class that is total body conditioning for all ages. This is an intermediate level course.
Fitness Class: Aqua Fit Strong
Join us at the J's indoor pool every Tuesday at 9 am to build strength without the impact in Aqua Strong, a full-body water workout using aquatic weights and resistance.
Fitness Class: Body Fit
Join us for our Body Fit with SJCC instructor Susie on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:45 am.
Fitness Class: Senior Strong
Stay strong and independent with a focus on balance, strength, and functional movement. A supportive class designed for confidence and everyday mobility. All levels.
Fitness Class: Zumba
Join the J for Zumbaยฎ on Tuesdays at noon. This intermediate fitness class infuses targeted body sculpting into the cardio Zumba format.
Fitness Class: H.I.R.T – T/TH
Join us Tuesday and Thursday with Leslie at 4:30 pm for our group fitness class, H.I.R.T. Intermediate (High Intensity Resistance Training) Short bursts of high-intensity exercise followed by short periods of rest. Designed to burn fat, build muscle, and improve cardiovascular conditioning and endurance.
Fitness Class: Hatha Yoga
Follow a steady, foundational yoga flow to build strength, mobility, and balance. Focus on breath and movement to create a calm, effective practice. All levels.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
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October 14, 2026 -Wednesday Pool Hours
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October 14, 2026 -Fitness Class: Advanced Bootcamp
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October 14, 2026 -Fitness Class: Aqua Fit
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October 14, 2026 -Fitness Class: Restorative Stretch – Wednesday
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October 14, 2026 -Beginner Canasta Series
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Featured October 14, 2026 -Featured Outsmarting Scammers: Protect Yourself from Todayโs Scams
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October 14, 2026 -Fitness Class: Rock Steady Boxing Level 1/2
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October 14, 2026 -Fitness Class: Chair Yoga
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October 14, 2026 -Fitness Class: Rock Steady Boxing Level 3/4
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October 14, 2026 -Fitness Class: Rows + Reps
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Featured October 14, 2026 -Featured Line Dance Beginner Boot Camp
Fitness Class: Advanced Bootcamp
SJCC instructor Nenna Bailey leads our advanced group fitness class Bootcamp every Wednesday at 8:30 am.
Fitness Class: Aqua Fit
Join us at the J's indoor pool every weekday (Monday, Wednesday + Friday)ย at 9 am for our AquaFit beginner group fitness class led by our fitness staff. Aqua Fit is a heart-pumping workout with no added impact on your joints.
Fitness Class: Restorative Stretch – Wednesday
Join us for our Restorative Stretch intermediate group fitness class with Nenna on Wednesday mornings at 9:45 am. A full-body stretch from neck to ankles using a yoga strap and gravity.
Beginner Canasta Series
Learn the skills, rules, and strategies of Modern American Canasta in this four-week social series designed for beginners.
Outsmarting Scammers: Protect Yourself from Todayโs Scams
Learn how to recognize todayโs most common scams, spot warning signs, protect your personal information and know what to do if you think youโve been scammed.
Fitness Class: Rock Steady Boxing Level 1/2
Join us Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at the J for our Rock Steady Boxing Level 1/2 group fitness class at 11 am.
Fitness Class: Chair Yoga
Join SJCC group fitness instructor Nenna every Wednesday at 11 am for this unique fitness class, Chair Yoga.
Fitness Class: Rock Steady Boxing Level 3/4
Join us Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at the J for our Rock Steady Boxing Level 3/4 group fitness class at 12:15 pm. This class shares the same positive, fun, comprehensive approach to group exercise as the original class, but at a more moderate tempo.
Fitness Class: Rows + Reps
The ultimate cardio + strength workout. Rotate between rowing intervals and strength circuits for a total-body
workout that builds power, endurance, and core strength.
Line Dance Beginner Boot Camp
Grab your dancing boots and boogie on down to the J to learn line dancing basics from Boot Boogie Babes Certified Lead Dance Instructor Phyllis Pierce. Everyone is welcome!
Thursday, October 15, 2026
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October 15, 2026 -Thursday Pool Hours
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October 15, 2026 -Fitness Class: Total Body Sculpt
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October 15, 2026 -Fitness Class: Step Class
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October 15, 2026 -Fitness Class: Aqua Fit HIIT
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October 15, 2026 -Fitness Class: Body Fit
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October 15, 2026 -Fitness Class: Balance + Stability
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October 15, 2026 -Fitness Class: Pelvic Floor Foundations
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October 15, 2026 -Fitness Class: H.I.R.T – T/TH
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October 15, 2026 -Fitness Class: Hatha Yoga
Fitness Class: Total Body Sculpt
Strengthen and tone your entire body using a mix of equipment and bodyweight training. A balanced workout that builds strength and endurance. Intermediate.
Fitness Class: Step Class
Join us for our Step Class led by Nenna at the J Thursday mornings at 8:30 am. This is an intermediate level course.
Fitness Class: Aqua Fit HIIT
Join us at the J's indoor pool every Thursday at 9 am to turn up the intensity without the impact in Aqua HIIT. This high-energy water workout uses powerful intervals to boost cardio and strength while being easy on your joints. Suitable for all levels.
Fitness Class: Body Fit
Join us for our Body Fit with SJCC instructor Susie on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:45 am.
Fitness Class: Balance + Stability
Join us Thursday mornings at the J for our Balance + Stability beginner group fitness class as we work on your balance, core strength, and overall stability to strengthen movement.
Fitness Class: Pelvic Floor Foundations
A beginner class focused on strengthening the pelvic floor through breath, core connection, and gentle movement. Improve stability, posture, and functional strength.
Fitness Class: H.I.R.T – T/TH
Join us Tuesday and Thursday with Leslie at 4:30 pm for our group fitness class, H.I.R.T. Intermediate (High Intensity Resistance Training) Short bursts of high-intensity exercise followed by short periods of rest. Designed to burn fat, build muscle, and improve cardiovascular conditioning and endurance.
Fitness Class: Hatha Yoga
Follow a steady, foundational yoga flow to build strength, mobility, and balance. Focus on breath and movement to create a calm, effective practice. All levels.
Friday, October 16, 2026
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October 16, 2026 -Friday Pool Hours
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October 16, 2026 -Fitness Class: Ageless Strength Training
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October 16, 2026 -Fitness Class: Slow Flow Yoga
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October 16, 2026 -Fitness Class: Aqua Fit
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Featured October 16, 2026 -Featured Tot Shabbat
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October 16, 2026 -Fitness Class: Zumba Toning
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Featured October 16, 2026 -Featured Ballard Tot Shabbat
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October 16, 2026 -Fitness Class: Rock Steady Boxing Level 1/2
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October 16, 2026 -Fitness Class: Rock Steady Boxing Level 3/4
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Featured October 16, 2026 -Featured Fall Community Shabbat Dinner
Fitness Class: Ageless Strength Training
Join us Friday morning (7:15 am) for our senior-focused fitness class, Ageless Strength Training with Nenna. Offered at the J, this class provides a variety of trainings from โstationsโ to aerobics, to strengthening and stretching and balance.
Fitness Class: Slow Flow Yoga
Move through a slower, intentional yoga flow that builds strength and flexibility. Focus on breath and control for a calming yet effective practice. All levels.
Fitness Class: Aqua Fit
Join us at the J's indoor pool every weekday (Monday, Wednesday + Friday)ย at 9 am for our AquaFit beginner group fitness class led by our fitness staff. Aqua Fit is a heart-pumping workout with no added impact on your joints.
Tot Shabbat
Held every Friday at 9:45 am, we welcome Shabbat with singing, dancing, friends and fun! Registration not required, just come by the J.
Fitness Class: Zumba Toning
Dance into the light with this new Zumba class that combines standard high-energy cardio dance with strength training by incorporating lightweight, maraca-like "Toning Sticks" (typically 1 to 2.5 pounds) or standard dumbbells to sculpt muscles in the arms, core, and lower body.
Ballard Tot Shabbat
Welcome Shabbat with singing, dancing, friends, and fun at our special Tot Shabbat program (ages 0-5) in the Ballard neighborhood.
Fitness Class: Rock Steady Boxing Level 1/2
Join us Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at the J for our Rock Steady Boxing Level 1/2 group fitness class at 11 am.
Fitness Class: Rock Steady Boxing Level 3/4
Join us Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at the J for our Rock Steady Boxing Level 3/4 group fitness class at 12:15 pm. This class shares the same positive, fun, comprehensive approach to group exercise as the original class, but at a more moderate tempo.
Fall Community Shabbat Dinner
Celebrate the start of fall with your SJCC community at a cozy Shabbat dinner featuring pumpkin painting, hot apple cider, and a silent disco.
Saturday, October 17, 2026
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October 17, 2026 -Saturday Pool Hours
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October 17, 2026 -Fitness Class: H.I.I.T.
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October 17, 2026 -Fitness Class: Hatha Yoga
Fitness Class: H.I.I.T.
Join us Saturday at 8:15 am for our H.I.I.T. Intermediate (High Intensity Interval Training) fitness class with Natalie.
Fitness Class: Hatha Yoga
Follow a steady, foundational yoga flow to build strength, mobility, and balance. Focus on breath and movement to create a calm, effective practice. All levels.