Mandell JCC Fit Fest on February 16 – Now FREE and Open to All!
A Community Celebration of Fitness, Wellness, and Sports for All Ages
West Hartford, CT – The Mandell Jewish Community Center (JCC) is thrilled to invite the entire community to its first-ever Fit Fest, now FREE and open to all, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors! Join us on Sunday, February 16, from 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM at the Mandell JCC, 335 Bloomfield Ave, West Hartford, for a high-energy event designed to get everyone moving, introduce new fitness and wellness experiences, and bring the community together for a morning of fun and motivation.
Fit Fest is sponsored by Orthopedic Associates of Hartford, Dr. Mark Shekhman, and will feature a variety of group exercise classes, sports challenges, fitness assessments, and wellness activities led by the Mandell JCC’s expert instructors and special guests, including Hartford Athletic soccer players.
Event Highlights Include:
✅ Fitness Challenges – Test your endurance with pull-ups, squats, slam ball, and plank contests in the Fitness Center.
✅ Group Fitness Classes – Experience high-energy workouts like Body Combat with Carmen and more!
✅ Kid’s Sports Circuits – Rotating sports stations with basketball, baseball, and youth performance drills, led by Coach Thai, Coach Spencer, and Coach Paul, plus a chance to meet Hartford Athletic players.
✅ Wellness & Assessments – Free Pilates Reformer demos, posture assessments, InBody scans, and grip strength testing.
✅ Special Giveaways – The first 100 kids to participate in the sports circuits will receive a goodie bag from Dick’s Sporting Goods.
✅ Community Partners & Vendors – Enjoy hands-on experiences, health education, and giveaways from local organizations and wellness experts
"Fit Fest is all about bringing our community together to move, try something new, and celebrate the power of fitness,” said David Jacobs, Mandell JCC President & CEO. "We’re excited to welcome everyone—members and the entire community—for this fun-filled event."
Registration is required—don’t wait! Sign up now to claim your free JCC t-shirt (first 100 adults) or a Dick’s Sporting Goods goodie bag (first 100 kids)!
For more details and to sign up, visit Mandelljcc.org/FitFest or contact Sharon O’Brien, 860-231-6333, sobrien@mandelljcc.org
About the Mandell JCC
The Mandell JCC is a vibrant community center dedicated to enriching lives through fitness, wellness, cultural, and educational programs for people of all ages and backgrounds. With a welcoming environment and a commitment to fostering connections, the JCC provides a space where individuals and families can gather, grow, and thrive. Through innovative programming and community partnerships, the Mandell JCC continues to be a hub for health, learning, and engagement in Greater Hartford.