After umpty years I am finally learning to swim --...

After umpty years I am finally learning to swim -- nice pool, clean locker room, wonderful and patient swim coach! I also work out in the well-equipped gym, which accommodates people of all ages and degrees of fitness. Dozens of fitness classes, some free and some fee-based, are available. Plus a huge variety of social programs, musical and theatrical events, discussion groups, craft classes, family activities, personal growth programs and more. There's an extremely popular pre-school program that packs the large lobby space with strollers during certain hours and causes occasional traffic jams of toddlers and parents/nannies, but it's hardly a problem. The membership is pricey, but worth it IF you take advantage of what this great community resource offers. If you're not sure whether JCC is for you, I'd suggest walking in and picking up a free catalog in the lobby.