 | Bernard Horwich JCC Day Camp
Early Childhood Summer Programs First Timers2 yrs (by 6/1) | 2 days (T/TH)
Designed to ease the transition from home to pre-school, First Timers camp is a comfortable, relaxed group environment for two’s. Activities based on weekly themes emphasize socialization and include water play, nature, arts & crafts, drama, music and Shabbat celebrations. To make your child’s separation smoother, camp will meet for only one hour during the first week. K’Ton Ton 3 yrs (by 10/31) | 3 days (M/W/F)
Campers in this half-day program enjoy creative, fun summertime experiences that foster independence and personal growth. Just like the “big kids,” K’Ton Ton campers have special events, theme days, entertainment and weekly Shabbat celebrations. Daily activities include arts & crafts, water and sprinkler play, music, movement, nature and outdoor adventures. Campers also participate in Red Cross swim instruction once each week and enjoy cookouts throughout the summer. Through special songs and celebrations, campers begin to build memories of a Jewish camp experience. Yad B’Yad 3 yrs (by 10/31) | 5 days (M–F)
We pack a full day of fun into this half-day program that combines traditional Orthodox teachings with sensational camp activities. Children participate in daily tefilot, mitzvot and brachot. Yad B’Yad features swim instruction twice each week, arts & crafts, music, outdoor games, nature exploration, weekly visits from a sports specialist, cookouts, Friday entertainment, Shabbat celebrations and more. Camp for 4’s & Kindergarten
Machaneh Yedidim 4 yrs (by 10/31) | 5 days (M–F)
This extended-day camp program is full of variety and excitement. It combines the traditional Orthodox teachings of tefilot, mitzvot and brachot with great camp fun, including swim instruction twice each week, sports and art specialties, music, drama, science, nature, outdoor games and more. Campers enjoy weekly visits from our Camp Rabbi and great theme days, Friday entertainment, cookouts and all-camp celebrations. Machaneh Chaverim K (by 10/31)
Energetic campers love this program that combines Orthodox teachings with camp activities designed to build skills and boost self-esteem. Campers participate in tefilot, mitzvot and brachot, and enjoy weekly visits from our Camp Rabbi. Days are filled with swim lessons three times each week, arts & crafts, music and drama specialties, outdoor games, sports, nature activities and more. Artists-in-residence, picnics, cookouts, all-camp special events, Friday entertainment and Shabbat celebrations add variety to the camp day. Camp for GirlsMachaneh Dimyonah Girls 1st–3rd grade
Dimyonah is packed full of fun and creative activities for girls. Campers swim four days each week, enjoy an extensive arts and crafts program, and take part in a variety of specialty activities, including team sports, drama, gymnastics and fitness. Third graders choose their own weekly specialties. Girls enjoy visits from artists-in-residence, weekly trips, under/overnighters, cookouts and professional entertainment. Campers daven and learn daily and participate in Judaic learning specialties with our Camp Rabbi two days each week. Machaneh Dimyonah V’od Girls 4th–5th grade
Seasoned campers love the variety, choice and new experiences of Dimyonah V’od. Girls plan their perfect summer by choosing their own specialty activities and weekly hobbies, including dance, drama, mixed media, fashion design, martial arts, magic, scrapbooking, fitness and more. Campers swim four days each week and enjoy six full-day and three half-day field trips. Activities also include Judaic crafts, weekly visits from artists-in-residence and a special overnighter. Campers daven and learn daily and participate in Judaic learning specialies with our Camp Rabbi twice each week. Machaneh Chavayah Girls 6th–8th grade
Seasoned campers love this on-the-go experience that combines urban discovery with outdoor adventure. Campers head out on girls trips for fun at the beach, Chicago museums, challenge courses, amusement centers, biking, golfing, boating and more. Machaneh Chavayah also includes social action and volunteer opportunities where kids can really make a difference. Campers spend time enjoying swimming, sports, art, games and more at the JCC.
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Machaneh Chavayah at Perlstein!
Girls 6th–8th grade
3-wk day camp + 2-wk overnight camp or
3-wk day camp + 2 wk overnight camp + 2 wk day camp Enjoy all of JCC Camp Chi and stay at JCC Perstein resort. - Includes lake activities, biking, tennis, rock-climbing, ropes course, horseback riding, outdoor cooking, girls-only swimming, arts & crafts, sports, drama, archery, hiking and more!
- 600 beautiful acres set in the heart of the Wisconsin Dells
- Outdoor pool, boating cove, air-conditioned gym and recreation center
- Glatt Kosher kitchen
- Daily Judaic learning
- On-site health center staffed by nurses 24 hours a day
- Two off-site field trips
- Air-conditioned rooms w/ private bathrooms
Click here for more info (PDF) CIT Program Girls 9th–10th grade
The Counselor-in-Training program is a great way for girls to learn the skills and responsibilities of a JCC counselor. CITs assist staff with swimming, art, sports, games and more while also taking part in special field trips. Hands-on experiences and training sessions with professional staff help CITs develop leadership and communications skills. Camp for BoysMachaneh Sport Boys 1st–3rd grade
This all-action camp combines great sports activities with an innovative Judaic curriculum for a well-rounded summer experience. Campers take part in a variety of team sports, including T-ball, basketball, soccer, flag football and floor hockey where the emphasis is on teamwork, skill-building and fun. Sport campers also swim four days each week and participate in specialty activities such as martial arts, cooking, fitness and drama. Third grade campers choose their own weekly specialties. Weekly field trips and under/overnighters add variety and encourage independence. Campers daven and learn daily and participate in Judaic learning specialties with our Camp Rabbi. Machaneh Sport V’od Boys 4th–5th grade
Sport V’od is for the enthusiastic athlete who is looking for more choice, more variety and more action! This fun, competitive sports program focuses on improving skills in baseball, soccer and flag football, and features weekly league play and several inter-JCC competitions. Campers swim four days each week, and choose their own specialty activities and hobbies, such as martial arts, fitness, video or Judaic learning. Six full-day and three half-day field trips and an overnighter encourage older campers to become more independent. V’od campers daven twice each day, learn daily and participate in Judaic learning specialties witth our rabbi twice a week. Machaneh Chavayah Boys 6th–8th grade
Seasoned campers love this on-the-go experience that combines urban discovery with outdoor adventure. Campers head out on boys trips for fun at the beach, Chicago museums, water parks, challenge courses, amusement centers, biking, golfing, boating and more. Machaneh Chavayah also includes social action and volunteer opportunities where kids can really make a difference. Campers spend time enjoying swimming, sports, art, games and more at the JCC.
Click here for more info (PDF) CIT Program | NEW! Boys 9th–10th grade
The Counselor-in-Training program is a great way for boys to learn the skills and responsibilities of a JCC counselor. CITs assist staff with swimming, art, sports, games and more while also taking part in special field trips. Hands-on experiences and training sessions with professional staff help CITs develop leadership and communications skills. |
