Between work, family commitments, school drop-off and pick-up, and the many extracurricular activities that kids and teens are involved in, life as a parent is busy. We understand — it can be difficult to find time for yourself during the week, but at the Tucson J, we know that self-care is important. Taking even a few minutes each week to prioritize your own wellness goals helps ensure you have the energy and focus to take care of the rest!
Busy parents, keep reading to learn more about how you can maximize your time and fill up your own cup for a little more ease and a lot less stress.
Utilize your Drop-Off/Pick-Up Time
Accomplish two things at once when you plan your workout in conjunction with morning drop-off or afternoon pick-up. Whether your kids are in our Early Childhood Education program or here for JCare after school, the Fitness + Wellness Center, Sarver Tennis Center, and Aquatics Center hours are open and ready for you!
Click below to see amenity hours:
Fitness Center + Pool
Fitness + Wellness Center + Desk + Pool
Welcome Desk
Sarver Tennis Center
April 1st - October 31st
November 1st - March 31st
Early Childhood Education
3800 E. River Road, Tucson, AZ 85718
Didn’t time it quite right? Scroll down to learn more about JPlay!
*Tip* Socialize and Exercise
Outside of exercise, fostering meaningful friendships is one of the most important things we can do to benefit our health and longevity. So why not combine the two?
Working out with a friend maximizes your valuable time. Here are just a few ideas to get going:
- Chat with a friend while walking on the treadmills
- Attend a group fitness class and make a new friend
- Join a sports league for connection and competition
- Begin buddy or small group personal training, pickleball or tennis lessons
- Join the strong community of Masters swimmers
JCare, JClub and more!
The school schedule is not designed for working parents. The J can help! During the school year, we offer our JCare afterschool program for kids from 2-6pm.
JCare provides structured activities and homework time for kids in grades kindergarten through fifth, with fun activities such as cooking, art, and outdoor play time. For middle-schoolers, we offer JClub, which provides tweens with a safe, quiet place to hang out, along with access to our Fitness Center.
Don’t forget about School Days Out and Camp J for those times when school is not in session, and Parents’ Night Out for a perfect, and oh-so-affordable date night your kids will actually look forward to.
JPlay
Whether you’re going for a swim in the pool, to dance in a Zumba class, or meet up for a tennis match, let your children have fun while being cared for in our JPlay space. Another way the Tucson J offers flexibility for all schedules, JPlay is a childcare option open select hours during the week for kids ages 3 months to fifth grade.
Our friendly, trained staff have fun and age-appropriate activities, toys, and games to keep kids of all ages occupied and happy.
Bonus: we’re now offering 25% off the first month for any new or existing member who signs up! Please note, reservations are encouraged, but walk-ins are accepted.
Holistic Wellness
Self-care should be holistic. While it’s easy to focus on bodily health when we’re strapped for time, the J offers a number of programs designed to support your mind and spirit. Find a moment each week to quiet your mind with a quick peruse through the Fine Art Gallery to enjoy the latest show on view, or enjoy a lap around our beautiful Jill Rosenzweig Sculpture Garden. Try something new with an art workshop or language class.
Many of our special events even offer childcare for free (email us to inquire or let us know you’re in need – we’re here for you!).
We want to make it easy to take care of YOU— not just on a special occasion, but each and every week. When you dedicate time to yourself, you become a better parent, friend, partner, and person. Let us support you so that the whole family can thrive!