Amherst J-Rays Swim Club
Session:
FALL 2026
Aquatics Benderson - J-RAYS
Dates: September 13, 2026 - December 19, 2026
The J-RAYS Swim Club is JCC Buffalo’s youth swim team for ages 5–17. The program features three levels—Stingray (ages 5–10), Eagle Ray (ages 8–13), and Manta Ray (ages 10–17)—which group swimmers by ability, experience, and commitment.
This fun and supportive club is the perfect introduction to team and competitive swimming. Participants build confidence in the water, develop proper stroke techniques, and strengthen their skills while forming friendships and a lasting love for the sport.
FALL 2026 Session: Sept. 14th - Dec. 18th (14 weeks)
SWIM MEET: Saturday December 19th 1pm
JCC Benderson Building - 2640 N. Forest Rd. Getzville NY
NO PRACTICE DATES:
9/21/26 Mon. - Yom Kippur - JCC CLOSED
9/25/26 Fri. - Evev Sukkot - JCC Early Closure @ 5:30
10/2/26 Fri. - Erev Shemini Atzeret - JCC Early Closure @ 5:30
10/12/26 Mon. - Columbus Day/Indigenous People’s Day (School Districts)
11/25 & 11/27 Fri. - Thanksgiving Break (School Districts)
Available Courses:
J-RAYS - Manta Ray
Schedule
Course Schedule: September 14, 2026 - December 18, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Mon, Wed, Fri
Time: 5:15 pm - 6:45 pm
Requirements
Ages: 10 to 17
Course Information
Pricing Info: JCC Member: $357 | Non-Member: $420
Course Description
MANTA RAY is the J-RAYS Advanced Swim Level!
This is ideal for competitive swimmers who are ready to elevate their swim training to the next level.
J-RAYS - Stingray
Schedule
Course Schedule: September 14, 2026 - December 18, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Mon, Wed, Fri
Time: 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm
Requirements
Ages: 5 to 10
Course Information
Pricing Info: JCC Member: $238| Non-Member: $280
Course Description
STINGRAY is the J-RAYS Beginner Swim Level!
This intro to competitive swimming program teaches the team side of swimming and the foundation components of competitive swim skills, stroke development, and sportsmanship!
Swimmers must be able to complete the following swim assessment to be eligible:
- Jump/Dive to enter the water and submerge.
- Swim 25yd Freestyle without stopping or standing.
- Swim 25yd Backstroke without stopping or standing.
- Tread water for 1 minute without stopping or standing.
- Exit the pool without assistance.
J-RAYS - Eagle Ray
Schedule
Course Schedule: September 14, 2026 - December 18, 2026
Day(s) of the Week: Mon, Wed, Fri
Time: 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Requirements
Ages: 8 to 13
Course Information
Pricing Info: JCC Member: $300 | Non-Member: $350
Course Description
EAGLE RAY is the J-RAYS Intermediate Swim Level!
This level is for intermediate swimmers who are still learning skills in all four major strokes: Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Butterfly.
As well: Practicing diving, Racing / Relay Starts, and Flip-turns / Open-turns
Ideal for young competitive swimmers looking to improve their swimming skills in preparation for club and school swim leagues.
Geared towards any swimmer looking to gain a competitive edge or simply ready to take the next step up in their swim training.