Dell Jewish Community Center: Programs, Events, Hours & Map

Opening Hours & Contact Information

The published 2026 group-exercise schedule identifies the following Dell JCC facility hours:

Main phone: 512-735-8000
Welcome Desk: welcome.desk@shalomaustin.org
Membership questions: membership@shalomaustin.org.

Who Can Join Dell JCC?

Membership is open to people regardless of religious affiliation. Shalom Austin expressly welcomes different ages, backgrounds, fitness levels and interests.

Membership grants access to the Health and Wellness facilities, including the fitness center, aquatic center, tennis center, gymnasium, locker rooms and nature trails, subject to usage policies.

Dell JCC Membership Fees: 2026 Published Rates

Shalom Austin publishes monthly membership categories and a one-time joining fee.

One-Time Joining Fee

• Most membership categories: $250 joining fee.
• Young Adult membership: $75 joining fee.

These charges are separate from any paid classes, lessons, camps, personal training or event registrations.

What Membership Includes

• Access to the fitness center and gymnasium under facility policies.
• Access to the aquatics and tennis facilities according to schedules and reservations.
• Numerous weekly group exercise classes.
• Access to nature trails and other eligible campus amenities.
• Member rates or early registration for selected youth programs, camps and events.

Guest Passes, Membership Rules & Cancellation

Guest Admission

Dell JCC members age 18 or older may bring guests for a published charge of $10 per guest per visit.

The standard guest pass is not an unrestricted public day pass. Guests must follow JCC guest procedures, waivers and access rules.

Membership Freeze Policy

• Memberships may be frozen for up to six consecutive months in a calendar year.
• The published freeze fee is $30 per month.
• Freezes are handled in complete calendar-month periods.
• Requests should be submitted at least 10 business days before the intended freeze.

Membership Cancellation

Shalom Austin requires a 30-day written cancellation notice. Its published policy states members remain responsible for one further billing cycle, and cancellation requests are processed at the end of each month.

Membership Changes

Members can request household changes, upgrades and downgrades. Downgrades generally may occur once per 12 months, and the organization publishes cutoff dates for processing changes before the next billing cycle.

Facilities & Amenities at Dell JCC

Swimming Pools, Water Slides & Aquatics

The Rochelle and Stanley Ferdman Family Aquatic Center is one of Dell JCC’s main family attractions. It supports lane swimming, swimming lessons and water recreation.

Lisa and Sandy Gottesman Pool

The 25-yard lap pool has eight lanes and is used for swimming, aquatic fitness and instructional activities.

Children’s Activity Pool

The Jennifer and Brad Greenblum Family Children’s Activity Pool includes spray features, five dumping buckets, water tables and two smaller slides.

Large Water Slides

The center has a slide tower approximately 30 feet high with two slides. Participants must be at least 48 inches tall to ride.

Seasonal Availability

The Children’s Activity Pool and water slides are seasonal. Shalom Austin’s pool-rental information identifies their operating season as Memorial Day through Labor Day.

How to Check Lap Swim Times

1. Open the official Swimming at the J webpage.
2. Find the current aquatics schedule or Dell JCC Aquatics App.
3. Select the pool or activity you need.
4. Check lane availability, lessons, swim programs and posted closures.
5. Confirm whether a reservation or membership is required.
6. For specific questions, contact the aquatics team before traveling.

Aquatics email: swim@shalomaustin.org.

Fitness Classes, Training & Wellness

Dell JCC advertises more than 100 group exercise classes, alongside personal training and fitness equipment. The specific timetable changes throughout the year.

The fitness center includes about 8,888 square feet of cardio space and approximately 4,369 square feet of strength-training space, according to Shalom Austin.

Kids Club While You Exercise

Kids Club serves eligible member children from 3 months through 8 years old. It helps parents attend fitness classes, use the pool or participate in other center activities while children are supervised.

Kids Club is not a general public daycare. Reservations, time limits and fees depend on the member program rules.

Tennis, Pickleball, Basketball & Youth Sports

The Hurt Family Tennis Center has six tennis courts. Dell JCC also supports pickleball activities, tennis instruction and youth sports.

The Loewy Family Gymnasium hosts basketball, youth programming and other sports activities. Its schedule may reserve certain times for classes, leagues or events.

Youth Sports & Enrichment

• Basketball and sports instruction.
• Tennis lessons and clinics.
• Soccer Shots programs for young children.
• Martial arts classes.
• Gymnastics through partnered instruction.
• Ballet Austin children’s classes.
• JCC Maccabi youth sports opportunities.

Each activity has its own enrollment requirements, ages, prices and seasonal timetable.

Preschool, After-School Programs & Summer Camps

Early Childhood Education

The Zeifman Family Early Childhood Program provides early learning on the Dell Jewish Community Campus. Families can ask about enrollment ages, classroom openings, tuition, schedules and tours.

After-School Care

Shalom Austin offers supervised after-school programming for eligible children. Activities can combine recreation, learning and social development.

JCamps

JCamps provides seasonal camp options, particularly during school breaks and summer. Programs and registration deadlines vary by age and activity.

How to Register a Child

1. Choose preschool, after-school care, seasonal camp or an enrichment class.
2. Check the age and grade requirements.
3. Open the appropriate official program page.
4. Review the schedule, total cost and member discounts.
5. Ask about availability, financial aid and required registration documents.
6. Complete the program-specific registration process.
7. Keep confirmation and review pickup, emergency-contact and cancellation rules.

Youth and Teen Programs: 512-735-8050 or youthandteenoffice@shalomaustin.org.

Jewish Culture, Adult Programs & Community Events

Dell JCC serves as a major gathering place for Jewish cultural life in the Austin area. Programs can include holiday celebrations, lectures, social activities, arts and educational events.

Shalom Austin also offers community activities for older adults, families, young adults and other interest groups.

How to Find an Upcoming Event

1. Open the Shalom Austin community calendar.
2. Select the upcoming date or category of interest.
3. Read the event description, audience and venue.
4. Check whether membership or an admission fee is required.
5. Register if the event uses RSVP or advance ticketing.
6. Save the confirmation and follow campus arrival instructions.

Facility Rentals: Weddings, Meetings & Celebrations

Dell JCC rents spaces for approved private and community events. Options include meeting rooms, performance spaces, a ballroom-style community hall, an outdoor terrace and pool-party areas.

Major Rental Spaces

Published Event Rental Prices

The official Dell JCC rate sheet published in September 2025 includes the following venue-package prices:

Published Luncheon Packages

• Epstein Community Hall: $2,000 for the published two-hour luncheon package.
• Hall and Kogut Terrace: $2,500 for the two-hour luncheon package.
• Kogut Terrace: $1,200 for the two-hour luncheon package.
• Half of Community Hall: $1,200 for the two-hour luncheon package.

Smaller Room Rental Prices

Shalom Austin’s separate room-rate sheet publishes these standard rates for two-hour rentals, including 30 minutes of setup and 30 minutes of cleanup:

Discounts & Extra Charges

• Nonprofit organizations: Published 20% facility-rental discount.
• Dell JCC members: Published 10% facility-rental discount, subject to membership eligibility at booking and the event date.
• Extra setup or cleanup: $150/hour under the September 2025 venue rate sheet.
• Additional rental time: $350/hour under that rate sheet.
• Audio, staging, lighting and staffing: May incur additional charges.

Pool Parties & Private Aquatics Rentals

Dell JCC offers aquatic party packages for eligible bookings.

Full-facility private rentals are advertised for Saturday and Sunday after regular operating hours, subject to availability.

Pool Party Inclusions & Rules

• Designated shaded party space with tables and chairs.
• Approved number of guests for the selected package.
• Guest waivers required for attendees.
• Separate seasonal availability for the children’s pool and slides.
• Additional scheduling and staffing conditions for private events.

Aquatics email: swim@shalomaustin.org.

How to Book an Event at Dell JCC

1. Choose your event type. Identify whether it is a wedding, b’nai mitzvah, corporate meeting, fundraiser, birthday party or another approved gathering.
2. Estimate attendance. Count the expected guests and decide whether you need banquet tables, theater seating or another layout.
3. Select possible venues. Choose the community hall, terrace, boardroom, meeting room or pool area.
4. Compare the published rates. Check the correct rate sheet and any relevant nonprofit or member discount.
5. Prepare dates. Give the Rentals Department preferred dates, times and alternatives.
6. Submit a rental inquiry. Use the official Rental Request Form or contact the Events & Rentals Manager.
7. Discuss food and staffing. Confirm catering rules, security, audiovisual equipment and setup requirements.
8. Review the written quote. Check the venue period, included services, extra charges and cancellation terms.
9. Complete the booking. Follow the official agreement and payment process before announcing the reservation.

Events & Rentals Manager: Leah Reed
Telephone: 512-735-8067
Email: leah.reed@shalomaustin.org.

Food, Catering & Religious Observance Policies

• All outside caterers must be approved by the Rentals Department.
• The center follows a Kashrut policy for catered campus events.
• Shellfish and pork are not permitted at catered events.
• Alcohol service must follow applicable Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission rules.
• Alcohol may not be self-served; a TABC-certified bartender is required.
• Security is required when alcohol is served at an event with 50 or more guests.
• For Shabbat observance, nonreligious events are not available on Friday evenings after 5 PM.

The event rate sheet states that venue dates may be reserved as much as 18 months in advance, subject to availability and approval.

Directions, Parking & Campus Entry

Use the exact address when navigating. Campus access may include security or guest check-in procedures, and visitors attending events should follow organizer instructions.

The 2025 rental rate sheet lists complimentary event parking for the covered venue packages. General parking availability and event-specific directions should be confirmed with staff.

Before You Drive

• Save the full Hart Lane address.
• Check which building or event space you need.
• Carry any event registration or guest confirmation.
• Ask the organizer about current campus entry requirements.
• For accessible arrival or mobility needs, contact the center beforehand.
• Allow extra time before large community events.

One-Hour Visit & Family Visit Plans

First-Time Membership Tour

1. Contact the membership team and arrange a tour.
2. Check in as instructed when entering the campus.
3. Ask to see the fitness areas, locker rooms and pools.
4. Discuss tennis courts, classes, Kids Club and family activities.
5. Compare the membership category and total first-month cost.
6. Ask about cancellation terms and financial assistance.

Family Pool Visit

1. Confirm that your membership or guest access is valid.
2. Check the current aquatics schedule.
3. Check seasonal slide and activity-pool availability.
4. Review children’s height and water-safety rules.
5. Complete any necessary guest waiver or reservation.
6. Bring appropriate swimwear and follow posted lifeguard instructions.

Community Event Visit

1. Choose a scheduled event from the Shalom Austin calendar.
2. Read any admission, age or RSVP requirements.
3. Save the venue and check-in instructions.
4. Arrive with enough time for parking and campus entry.
5. Follow the organizer’s room, seating and schedule directions.

Before You Go: Visitor Checklist

• Check the day’s general operating hours and holiday changes.
• Confirm whether you need membership, a guest pass or event registration.
• For swimming, verify the correct pool and seasonal operating dates.
• For youth programs, review age limits, registration and fees.
• For Kids Club, check eligibility, hours and booking requirements.
• For rentals, ask for the current rate sheet and written quote.
• For events involving food or alcohol, review the campus catering policy.
• Allow enough time for security and visitor check-in.
• Save the Welcome Desk number: 512-735-8000.

Frequently Asked Questions

Official Sources & Booking Resources

This independent visitor-information guide is not operated by Shalom Austin or Dell Jewish Community Center. Verify operating hours, access rules, membership prices and event details directly with the organization.