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YOEC Extracurricular Programs

LXCL:Our extracurricular programs give Bochurim healthy, structured outlets to grow in confidence, discover talents, and feel successful in Yeshiva. Through our gym, library, recreation spaces, and hands-on programs like Safrus, music, and art, Bochurim build skills, express themselves positively, and experience the satisfaction of meaningful achievement.

Depending on the number of participants, we will determine whether to run one group with built-in differentiation, or two separate groups. Course Description-Beginner:Learn the names of the parts of the guitar, physical technique, chord forms/shapes, strumming, and how to play songs. Learn and develop the skills you need to perform at a kumzitz!-Intermediate:Build upon the foundations established in the Beginner course and learn more advanced chord structures, more complex strumming patterns, and more challenging songs.-Advanced:&nbsp;Build upon the foundations established in the Intermediate Course and learn how to play melodies, tablature, and begin to learn how to read musical notation. Learn the basics of music theory and gain knowledge that will enhance your guitar playing and overall musicianship. InstructorR&#39; Yerachmiel Altizio Timing:Wednesday evenings 6:40-7:40pm

Guitar Group - Summer Sessions

Course DescriptionThis 6-session course is designed for beginners and anyone looking to develop their art skills. Each weekly session covers essential techniques while giving you the freedom to explore your own ideas. Students will learn the basics and apply them to a personal project, building both skill and confidence along the way. By the end of the course, you&rsquo;ll have a finished piece and a stronger foundation to continue creating. Group LeaderDovid Makhlin Timing:Six sessions over four weeks. Starting on Thursday May 15.(Schedule will be sent out once we confirm the group members) Materials:Included in the course is $80 worth of materials that will be provided to you, including sketching pencils, easel, canvas, paint set, paintbrush set etc. Basic Course Outline:Class 1: Drawing Basics Learning the basics of perspective and how to shade using pencils.Class 2: Drawing Objects Learning how to draw simple objects and how to arrange them on the page.Class 3: Planning the Painting Choosing an idea for your project and sketching the outline onto the canvas.Class 4: Starting to Paint Learning how to use the paints and starting to fill in the canvas.Class 5: Working on the Painting Continuing to work on the details and colors of your painting.Class 6: Final Touches Finishing the painting and a short time for everyone to share their work.

Art Basics Group

There have been several who have expressed interest in joining or in reviewing the beginner level. In addition, the bochurim who are continuing are already at different levels. Depending on the number of participants, we will determine whether to run one group with built-in differentiation, or two separate groups. Course Description-Beginner:Learn the names of the parts of the guitar, physical technique, chord forms/shapes, strumming, and how to play songs. Learn and develop the skills you need to perform at a kumzitz!-Intermediate:Build upon the foundations established in the Beginner course and learn more advanced chord structures, more complex strumming patterns, and more challenging songs.-Advanced:&nbsp;Build upon the foundations established in the Intermediate Course and learn how to play melodies, tablature, and begin to learn how to read musical notation. Learn the basics of music theory and gain knowledge that will enhance your guitar playing and overall musicianship. InstructorR&#39; Yerachmiel Altizio Timing:Wednesday evenings 6:40-7:40pm

Guitar Course - Multiple Levels

Course DescriptionThis course introduces students to the creative and technical foundations of modern music-making. Through guided listening, practical exercises, and real-world workflows, students learn the basics of recording, arrangement, sound selection, and mixing using professional tools. The class develops critical listening skills and shows how musical ideas become finished tracks.&nbsp;By the end of this six-week fundamentals course, students will understand how to produce and mix their own piece of music and gain a clearer sense of how music is created in a professional environment. InstructorYoel KreislerMusic Producer and Mixing Engineer Timing:Sunday evenings 6:40-7:40pm

Music Production Fundamentals

Course Description:This course builds on the Safrus Beginner Course and focuses on developing more advanced, practical safrus skills. Students will learn how to cut and prepare a kulmus (quill), properly write and space letters, words, and lines, prepare klaf, and correct and rewrite mistakes.&nbsp;The course also includes an overview of essential Safrus Halochos, including the Halochos of writing and correcting.Materials: Includes $50 in required materials, such as a bottle of ink, quills, blades and cutting tools, practice klaf, and erasing supplies, for hands-on use throughout the course. Instructor:R&#39; Yisroel Benshimon Timing:Tuesday evenings 6:40-7:40pm

Intermediate Safrus Course

Course DescriptionThis course teaches how to build, program, and fly your own drones. The class will build a drone together and learn how to fly it. Students learn drone assembly, electronics, programming, wiring, soldering, flight controller setup, coding basics, and safe flight techniques.Classes take students from beginner to skilled pilot, covering safety, controls, flight techniques, and real-world practice. We use professional drones with goggles and cameras that connect, creating the feeling of sitting on the drone&mdash;like driving a car. Based on a raffle, one student will be able to take the drone for himself. InstructorYosef JacobovProfessional Drone Techinician/Pilot Timing:Monday evenings 6:40-7:40pm

Drone Building & Flight Basics

Course DescriptionThis course teaches woodworking, building, creativity, and basic electrical work through hands-on projects. Students learn to measure, design, problem-solve, use tools safely, and wire simple circuits while creating real projects they can be proud of.In this session, the class will build a unique Shabbos lamp and a practical sundial that can be used to tell time and determine Zmanim, connecting practical skills with creativity and functional results. InstructorYaakov MarcusShliach in Yeshiva Timing:Thursday evenings 6:40-7:40pm

Woodworking & Practical Skills Workshop

Course DescriptionLearn the names of the parts of the guitar, physical technique, chord forms/shapes, strumming, and how to play songs. Learn and develop the skills you need to perform at a Kumzitz! InstructorR&#39; Yerachmiel Altizio Timing:Wednesday evenings 6:40-7:40pm

Beginner Guitar Course

Course Description:Learn how to write the Tzuras Ha&rsquo;Osiyos in the Alter Rebbe&rsquo;s ksav, step by step under the guidance of an experienced Sofer. Each letter is broken down and taught with clarity, making the writing approachable and practical. Gain the skills and confidence to begin writing with accuracy and care. Instructor:R&#39; Yisroel Benshimon Timing:Tuesday evenings 6:40-7:40pm

Beginner Safrus Course

Course Description:Learn how to write the Tzuras Ha&rsquo;Osiyos in the Alter Rebbe&rsquo;s ksav, step by step under the guidance of an experienced Sofer. Each letter is broken down and taught with clarity, making the writing approachable and practical. Gain the skills and confidence to begin writing with accuracy and care. Instructor:R&#39; Yisroel Benshimon Timing:Evening TBD 6:40-7:40pm

Beginner Safrus Course 2

Course DescriptionMeet weekly in the gym for a structured 45-minute session with warm-ups, bodyweight exercises, cardio, and gym machine training. Learn proper technique, safe equipment use, and build confidence and independence. Each session ends with stretching and a reflection on consistency and discipline, plus a simple weekly plan to continue training on your own. InstructorShmuli Thaler - Certified Personal Trainer Timing:Monday mornings 6:00-6:45am

Gym Training Group

Course Description:CPR Ready &ndash; High School CPR &amp; First AidLearn lifesaving skills in a fun, hands-on class! Certified by the American Heart Association, this course teaches CPR, AED use, and first aid basics. Earn your official AHA card - a great credential for jobs and volunteering. Instructor:Yitzi Moorvitch - CPR Ready Timing:Monday Evenings 6:40-7:40pm(4 or 5 weeks, depending on how things progress) Please note: This course covers health and emergency scenarios, which may include graphic situations. We encourage you to sign up your son only if you feel they are comfortable with this material.

First Aid / CPR Course

Our library is fully set up and looking beautiful. While we already have a few hundred books, we are eager to continue expanding our collection. This library is a welcoming space where Bochurim can relax and enjoy Jewish English books, including titles on Jewish thought and Chassidic perspectives on life, as well as wholesome novels - all within a positive and enriching Yiddishe environment. Partner with us in building this special space, so our Bochurim can enjoy a cozy, comfortable library filled with quality Jewish books.

Our library is fully set up and looking beautiful. While we already have a few hundred books, we are eager to continue expanding our collection.This library is a welcoming space where Bochurim can relax and enjoy Jewish English books, including titles on Jewish thought and Chassidic perspectives on life, as well as wholesome novels - all within a positive and enriching Yiddishe environment.Partner with us in building this special space, so our Bochurim can enjoy a cozy, comfortable library filled with quality Jewish books.

Help us continue to build our new English Jewish Library!

Our gym is more than just a workout space&mdash;it is a vital, daily outlet for 70&ndash;80 Bochurim. In the rigorous environment of Yeshiva, physical exercise provides a necessary balance that fosters discipline, health, and confidence. We see firsthand how regular exercise transforms our students, sharpening their focus and improving their moods through a healthy, productive release. To keep up with this high daily usage and provide the best experience possible, we look to constantly improve our gym with more and better pieces of equipment. Partner with us to continue upgrading the gym with new, high-quality equipment. Your support ensures that our Bochurim have a safe, professional space to stay healthy and energized in the Yeshiva environment.

Our gym is more than just a workout space—it is a vital, daily outlet for 70–80 Bochurim. In the rigorous environment of Yeshiva, physical exercise provides a necessary balance that fosters discipline, health, and confidence.We see firsthand how regular exercise transforms our students, sharpening their focus and improving their moods through a healthy, productive release. To keep up with this high daily usage and provide the best experience possible, we look to constantly improve our gym with more and better pieces of equipment.Partner with us to continue upgrading the gym with new, high-quality equipment. Your support ensures that our Bochurim have a safe, professional space to stay healthy and energized in the Yeshiva environment.

YOEC Extracurricular Programs

YOEC Extracurricular Programs

Past events

Past events

Guitar Group - Summer Sessions

Art Basics Group

Guitar Course - Multiple Levels

Music Production Fundamentals

Intermediate Safrus Course

Drone Building & Flight Basics

Woodworking & Practical Skills Workshop

Beginner Guitar Course

Beginner Safrus Course

Beginner Safrus Course 2

Gym Training Group

First Aid / CPR Course

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Help us continue to build our new English Jewish Library!

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