Inclement Weather Guidelines

At the J, the safety of our members, guests, and staff is our first priority. For that reason, in the event of severe inclement weather, the published hours of operation may have to be modified. The decision to close the facility, delay openings, or close early is based on the weather forecast, current unstable weather, and projected unsafe driving conditions. Because our organization is complex, inclement weather may affect each department and service differently. We endeavor to provide whatever programs and services are possible, given the specific requirements of the program and the effect severe weather can have on the facility, accessibility, and staff availability. To that end, the standard policies for each department are listed below and are subject to change as necessary.

The J reserves the right to make an independent decision about delays or closings based on local weather conditions and other factors. However, as a general rule, if Fairfax County schools are closed, our Adult 55+ programs held at the J are canceled. If schools have a delayed opening, we will hold our programs at regular time. 

Basic delayed openings and closings are announced on WTOP: www.WTOP.com or listening to 103.5FM or 820AM (WTOP Radio).

Best Practice: Please call the J’s inclement weather hotline for the most up-to-date information at 703.425.3763 or visit jccnv.org and scroll down to see the scheduling alert. Make sure to check for updates before proceeding to your designated program.

Morning Delays and Cancellations

Early Childhood Services:

If Fairfax County Public Schools have a delayed opening, the ECLC (preschool, infant/toddler and extended day programs) opens at 8am, not its regularly scheduled 7:30am.

If Fairfax County Public Schools are closed, the ECLC (FT preschool and infant/toddler) operates from 9am–5pm
    - Enrichment Classes run as normal
    - Hot lunch program run as normal

Note: We reserve the right to make an independent decision about delays or closings based on local weather conditions and other factors. Should we choose to make an independent decision outside of our normal operation policy you will be notified as soon as possible but no later than 6:30 am. Please make sure to check for the latest updates before proceeding to your designated program at the Pozez JCC.

School-Age Services                                      

• If schools call for a Delayed Opening, BASE begins at 8am and children will be taken to their schools or to the bus stop at the appropriate time as long as they are already enrolled in AM BASE.  

• When Gesher Jewish Day School or Fairfax County Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather, the BASE program will attempt to operate from 9am to 5pm.  Please call ahead in order to confirm operating hours.
  
  • If a child is part of the BASE-ic package on the day of the inclement weather, he/she is qualified to participate as usual. Otherwise, fees will apply.

Note: We reserve the right to make an independent decision about delays or closings based on local weather conditions and other factors. Should we choose to make an independent decision outside of our normal operation policy you will be notified as soon as possible but no later than 6:30 am. Please make sure to check for the latest updates before proceeding to your designated program at the Pozez JCC.

Adult Services

• If Fairfax County schools have a delayed opening, programs begin at the regular time.
• If Fairfax County schools are closed, all adult programs are canceled.

Adult Outreach Programs

• Beth El Hebrew Congregation: If Fairfax County schools are closed or have a delayed opening, there is no program. Contact Shelly Rosenstein at 703.537.3062
• Northern Virginia Hebrew Congregation: If Fairfax County schools are closed, our programs are canceled. If schools have a delayed opening, we will hold the program at NVHC at regular time.
• Greater Gainesville Jewish Community: Contact Julie Koppel, 703.537.3012

Health, Fitness, and Aquatics

• If Fairfax County Schools have a delayed opening or are closed, group fitness classes run as scheduled. The exception is if the instructor is not able to travel safely to the J, and we are not able to find a substitute for the class, the class will be canceled. 

• If Fairfax County Schools are closed:

  o    Afternoon swim team practices run as scheduled.

  o    Youth Basketball practices are determined by the individual coach.

  o    Private lessons and personal training sessions will be held as determined by the participant and the instructor/trainer.

  o    Rentals run as scheduled unless the organization decides to cancel. 

  o    Jazzercise: Please contact Yhomi at 703.909.6449.

Best Practice: Please call the J’s inclement weather hotline for the most up-to-date information at 703.425.3763. Make sure to check for updates before proceeding to your designated program.

For questions regarding group exercise classes or scheduling, please contact Petya Ivanova. 

Performing Arts Events

• If the Pozez JCC building is open, please contact the inclement weather hotline for specific event information.
• If the Pozez JCC building is closed, all events are canceled.

Evening Cancellation   

• In the event of inclement weather, please call the Inclement Weather Hotline at 703.425.3763 prior to departing for the J to verify that the building is open and whether programs are running as scheduled.