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THE VILLAGE MEMBERSHIP

A shared space for families to learn, connect, and grow together

At JMAIIA, we believe families thrive in community, not isolation.
The Village Membership is your entry into a living, breathing, learning ecosystem designed for parents and children to be supported side-by-side.

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This is a parent-present, relationship-centered space where learning, play, wellness, and culture intersect.

What the Village Is

The Village is the heart of the JMAIIA Center. It is where families gather, children explore, parents learn, and community is rebuilt through shared rhythm and intentional design.

Membership gives your household access to:

  • Open play & guided enrichment sessions

  • Parent workshops and wellness offerings

  • On-site support for children during adult programming

  • Community events, circles, and meetups

  • A safe, sensory-balanced space designed for whole-family engagement

Families may enter the Village through different needs — parenting support, child enrichment, homeschooling community, or wellness — and grow into deeper participation over time.

Who the Village Is For

The Village Membership is designed for:

  • Families with children ages 1–12

  • Parents who want to be present, not separated from their children

  • Homeschool and hybrid families seeking enrichment and connection

  • Families looking for affordable, flexible alternatives to traditional programs

  • Parents rebuilding rhythm, confidence, and support systems

Whether you come with one child or six, the Village is structured to support the household, not charge per role.

MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS

Choose the level of access that best fits your family’s rhythm.

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Village Play Membership

Best for families who want flexible play & community

Designed for families who want access to open play, light structure, and community connection without a full weekly commitment.

Includes:

  • Access to scheduled open play sessions

  • Parent-present participation

  • Community gatherings and family meetups

  • Member pricing on workshops and special events

Great for:
Toddlers, mixed-age siblings, families testing the space, parents seeking low-cost consistency.
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Drop-In vs Membership

Families may attend select sessions as drop-ins when space allows.

However, membership offers significantly more value, including:

  • Lower per-visit cost

  • Consistent access to programming

  • Priority scheduling

  • Community continuity for children

  • Invitations to members-only experiences

Drop-ins are great for exploration.
Membership is where families build roots.

 

Community Agreements

To preserve safety, balance, and quality:

  • All participation is parent-present

  • The JMAIIA Center is not a licensed childcare facility

  • Access is subject to posted schedules and capacity

  • Programming emphasizes shared responsibility and mutual respect

Families receive full orientation and onboarding after joining.

 

Ready to Join the Village?

Memberships are limited to preserve intimacy and care quality.

✨ Choose your plan below to begin
✨ Founding families receive priority access
✨ Scholarships and partner-supported memberships may be available

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Once there are plans available for purchase, you’ll see them here.

No plans available

VILLAGE MEMBERSHIP TERMS & CONDITIONS

By enrolling in a JMAIIA Village Membership, families agree to the following terms to ensure a safe, respectful, and sustainable community environment for all participants.

 

Participation & Supervision

  • JMAIIA is not a childcare or drop-off facility.

  • A parent or designated adult must remain on-site and responsible for their child(ren) at all times unless otherwise stated for a specific program.

  • Membership grants access to shared community space and does not guarantee private or exclusive use.

Community Agreements

  • All families are expected to honor community agreements around respect, safety, shared materials, and collective care.

  • Disruptive, unsafe, or disrespectful behavior may result in a pause or termination of membership without refund.

Scheduling & Capacity

  • Access is subject to posted schedules and space availability.

  • During high-demand periods, staff may guide families toward staggered participation to maintain balance and quality.

  • Programs, workshops, and special events may require advance registration and may have limited capacity.

Membership Use

  • Memberships are household-based and non-transferable.

  • Guest participation is permitted only for designated public events or with prior approval.

  • JMAIIA reserves the right to update schedules, offerings, and participation guidelines as the community evolves.

 

CANCELLATION AND PAYMENT POLICY

Membership Billing

  • Memberships are billed on a monthly recurring basis unless otherwise stated.

  • Payments are processed automatically through the selected payment method.

Cancellation Policy

  • Memberships may be canceled with 30 days’ written notice prior to the next billing cycle.

  • No partial refunds are issued for unused time within a billing period.

  • Cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing cycle, not immediately upon request.

Pauses & Special Circumstances

  • One membership pause (up to 30 days) may be requested per year for illness or emergency, subject to approval.

  • Special circumstances may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to support families while maintaining operational sustainability.

Program Changes & Liability

  • Participation in JMAIIA programs involves active play, movement, and group interaction.

  • Families participate at their own discretion and responsibility.

  • JMAIIA Enterprises LLC is not liable for personal belongings or minor injuries incurred during normal program participation.

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Agreement Acknowledgment

By enrolling, families acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions and understand that JMAIIA operates as a parent-present educational support and enrichment center, not a licensed childcare facility.

We Plant Futures Here.

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Location
37 Webster Square, Berlin, CT 06037

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Email
info@jmaiiacenter.com

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Phone
860-414-0212

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Hours
Mon–Fri (Programs)
Weekends for Events & Workshops

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