More than
Summer Camp
JCV is part of the Yael Foundation, dedicated to Jewish education, culture, and community
Your Camp Day
Our Activities
Dance
Climbing Gym
Art
Music
Nature
Sports
Culinary
Our Team
All counselors are 18+ with hands-on experience working with children
Camp Director
Carmel Gozlan
Carmel Gozlan brings over 12 years of experience in education and youth leadership, holding a B.Ed. in Education, a diploma from Rimon School of Music, and a Master's degree from Berklee College of Music
Our Madrichim | Counselors
All staff members are expected to work as one coordinated team, ensuring safety, emotional security, and a meaningful camp experience. Each team member brings a different strength, and together they form a complete educational and experiential framework for the children
FAQ
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Camp activities are held primarily in Hebrew and English, with Spanish support available whenever needed. Our team is committed to making every camper feel comfortable, included, and understood. If a camper speaks another language, we will do our best to match them with a counselor or staff member who can support their individual language needs.
Water bottle, hat, comfortable clothes, a full change of clothes including underwear, closed-toe shoes, swimsuit and towel on water activity days, sunscreen, and a small backpack. We recommend labeling all personal belongings with the camper's name.
Yes. Campers receive both breakfast and lunch each day. Fresh fruit is available throughout the day, along with 24/7 water refill stations around the facility. Please do not bring any food from home, as the camp follows kosher dietary guidelines.
Yes, the camp is accessible by public transport: train service and bus lines 16 and 62 stop nearby. For off-site activities, participants travel by private minibus with staff and security. This applies to ages 10–12, and occasionally to ages 7–9 with prior parental approval.
The camp is open to children 4–13 years old. Younger children around age 3 may join the younger group, and older children around 13 may join the older group, depending on availability.
Yes. Your child can join for one week only. Discounts are available for a second week and for additional siblings.
Full security coverage with trained guards inside and outside the complex, continuous staff supervision, a registered nurse on-site, strict safety procedures, and supervised off-site activities with staff present at all times.
The camp is cultural rather than religious. It celebrates Jewish culture, heritage, and values in an inclusive and welcoming environment, with no religious obligations. Activities include Hebrew songs, Shabbat celebrations, Israeli culture, community values and creative workshops.