Types of Camps

No matter your practice, there is a Jewish camp where your child will be comfortable and love being Jewish. Some camps are part of specific Jewish movements such as Orthodox, Reform, Reconstructionist, and Conservative. Some camps are focused on Zionism and the role of Israel in Jewish life. Other camps focus on providing positive Jewish identity-building experiences through Jewish culture.

Below are some things to consider when deciding which camp is right for your child. Once you've narrowed down your own criteria, please use our "Find a Camp" directory to find the right camp for your child. You can search the directory by keyword, location, religious denomination, special needs, and more. Find a Camp »

• Choose a camp that will complement and strengthen the Jewish affiliation and identity of your child. The magic of Jewish camp is rooted in its 24/7 atmosphere, where Jewish values, connection to Israel, and the culture of Judaism are entwined into every aspect of daily activity in a way that makes campers feel proud to be Jewish. From Orthodox, Reform and Conservative to Reconstructionist, Zionist, Humanist and Non-denominational, there is a Jewish camp for every expression of Jewish life.
• Jewish summer camp is for all ages! Camps offer programs for children, pre-teens, and teenagers, geared toward the interests and experiences of every age.
• Jewish specialty camps enable your child to hone a specific skill or interest within the context of Jewish values, such as teamwork, fair play and ruach, spirit. Whether your child is interested in perfecting her jump shot, sharpening his painting skills, improving his swim stroke, directing a film, or learning how to farm organically, there is a specialty camp that fits his/her needs. Specialty Camp Listings »
• Jewish camps offer a variety of models to accommodate special needs campers including mainstreaming, separate programming, and exclusive special needs camps specifically targeting children with autism, Down Syndrome, Aspergers, and others. Regardless of your child's function level, there is a Jewish camp ready to provide him or her with the summer of a lifetime.