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When school’s out, the fun begins! The JCC day, overnight and specialized camps and programs provide a fun, safe and nurturing Jewish environment for learning new skills, developing self-confidence, gaining new experiences and making friends. JCC camps and programs are open to all boys and girls.

Browse the table below to find the camp that's right for you.

 

Camp Name Description Location Age 2012 Dates

All*Star Swim

Bus available

JCC Karishim swim team head coach Adrian Eagles will break down all aspects of every stroke, including turns and starts. Swim with athletes of your own skill level in a fun, relaxed and valuable week of swimming. Must be level four or above.

Newton Entering grades 2-9 August 13-17

Basketball

Bus available

Develop the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting and laying defense while building self-confidence and teamwork.

Newton

Entering grades K-5

June 25- 29

July 9-13

August 13-17

Golf: Three-Day Lil’ Duffer

Learn the basic skills of golf including driving, chipping and putting. Canton 5-7 years Every week from
June 11 - August 31

Golf: Three-Day
Juniors

Learn the basic skills of golf, including driving, chipping and putting.

Canton Entering grades 2-10

Every week from

June 11 - August 31

Golf: Five-Day
Juniors

Learn the basic skills of golf, including driving, chipping and putting. Fridays will include on-course instruction.

Canton Entering grades 3-11

Every week from

June 11 - August 31

Golf: Five-Day
Players

For the young golfer who is serious about improving. Improve swing skills, chipping and putting. Practice techniques and playing instruction will be covered.

Canton Entering grades 3-11

Every week from

June 11 - August 31

Golf: Supervised Practice and Golf

For the experienced golfer who is serious about improving. Two hours of supervised practice and 18 holes of supervised golf each day.

Canton Entering grades 7-12

Every week from

June 25 - August 3

Golf: Tournament Players

Specifically designed for the serious high school golfer.  Each day includes practice, evaluation and technique improvement and 18 holes of golf.

Canton Entering grades 9-12

July: 23-37; July 30-August 3

August: 6-10; 13-17

Empow Learning

Bus available

Learn computer animation, engineering, robotics, graphic design, video production and video game design all in a specially equipped technology classroom in this one-week, mind-expanding program.

Newton Entering grades 3-8

August: 20-24; 27-31

JCC Early
Learning Center Summer Program (Acton)

Bus available

Enjoy a safe, nurturing environment that promotes physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of young children, all while having a ton of fun all summer long both inside and outdoors.

Acton 15 months-5 years Every week from June 25-August 24

(2 week minimum)

JCC Early
Learning Center Summer Program (Brookline/Brighton)

Bus available

Enjoy a safe, nurturing environment that promotes physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of young children, all while having a ton of fun all summer long both inside and outdoors.

Brookline
/Brighton
15 months-5 years June 25-July 20

July 23-August 17

(4-week Sessions)

JCC Early
Learning Center Summer Program (Hingham)

Enjoy a safe, nurturing environment that promotes physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of young children, all while having a ton of fun all summer long both inside and outdoors.

Hingham 15 months-5 years Every week from June 25-August 17

JCC Early
Learning Center Summer Program (Newton)

Enjoy a safe, nurturing environment that promotes physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of young children, all while having a ton of fun all summer long both inside and outdoors.

Newton 2-5 years

Every week from June 25-August 17

JCC Early
Learning Center Summer Program (Sharon)

Enjoy a safe, nurturing environment that promotes physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of young children, all while having a ton of fun all summer long both inside and outdoors.

Sharon 15 months-5 years

Every week from June 25-August 17

Post week option August 20-24

JCC Early
Learning Center Summer Program (Wayland)

Enjoy a safe, nurturing environment that promotes physical, social, emotional and intellectual development of young children, all while having a ton of fun all summer long both inside and outdoors.

Wayland 2 years 6 months -
5 years

Every week from June 25-August 17

JCC Grossman
Camp

Bus available

Be active, have fun and make new friends at JCC Grossman Camp, a general day camp that encourages exploration, skill development and community building. Jewish themes are woven through camp life. Broad range of activities including sports, arts, adventure and fully equipped waterfront. Westwood

Ages 4.5-15

CITs entering
grade 10

Every week from June 25-August 17

(2 week minimum)

JCC Kaleidoscope Creative Arts &
Science Camp

Bus available

Spread creative wings, have fun, make new friends and stay active with the opportunity to experiment with the arts and science – and a healthy dose of sports and the great outdoors.   Newton

Entering grades K-8

CITs entering
grades 9-11

Every week from June 25-August 17

(2, 4, 6, and 8 week sessions)

JCC Maccabi
Camp Kingswood

Bus available

Be active, make friends and develop skills and self-confidence in an overnight camp setting emphasizing community, outdoor living, Jewish values, long-standing traditions, and fun activities. Broad sports, creative and cultural arts program. Israel trip for teens entering 10th, 11th and 12th grades. Bridgton, ME Entering grades 3-11

Session 1: June 27-July 22 (3 1/2 weeks)

Session 2: July 23-August 15 (3 1/2 weeks)

5 1/2 weeks: June 27-August 5

7 weeks: June 27-August 15

JCC Maccabi
Camp Kingswood Gesher (Try Camp)

One week of fun camp JCC Maccabi Camp Kingswood activities for boys and girls ages 7-10. Bridgton, ME Ages 7-10 June 27-July 3 or July 23-29

JCC Maccabi
Camp Kingswood Intro to Camping

Bus available

Two weeks at camp for boys and girls entering grades 3-5. Bridgton. ME Entering grades 3-5 June 27-July 10

July 23-August 5

JCC Maccabi
Camp Kingswood Zohar (Special Needs) Program

Fully integrated camp experience for boys and girls ages 10-17 with developmental disabilities, high functioning spectrum disorders, and neurological and learning challenges. Family interview required. Bridgton, ME Ages 10-17

Weekly sessions July 1-August 12

First time campers may register for one 1-week session. Returning campers may register for up to six 1-week sessions

JCC Maccabi
Camp Kingswood Zohar Family Camp

Extended summer weekend and meaningful Shabbat experience for boys and girls ages 4 to 24. Individual support for family member(s) with special needs is included. Bridgton, ME Ages 4-24 TBD

JCC Maccabi
Camp Kingswood
CIT Program

Prepare to be a counselor at Kingswood, JCC Grossman Camp and others camps. Interview required. Bridgton. ME Entering grade 11 July 24-August 15

JCC Maccabi
Games

Bus available

Compete against teen athletes ages 13-17 in an Olympics® style competition and year-round practices and social events. Tryout required. Location varies year to year. Rockland County, NY Teens August: 12-17

Mini-Sports

Play soccer, baseball, basketball and other games in a supportive, instructional atmosphere, with time for free swim. Newton Entering grades
PreK-1
June 18-22

Rich Gedman
Baseball

Bus available

Rich Gedman baseball professionals work on the basics with younger campers while older campers drill and prepare for higher level little league play.

Newton Entering grades 1-5 August 6-10

Swim/Tennis
Half-Day

Bus available

Two hours of tennis instruction each day along with swim instruction, arts and crafts and free swim.

Newton Entering grades K-2

June 27-29

July 2-6; 9-13; 16-20; 23-27; 30-August 3

August 6-10; 20-24; 27-31

Tennis

Bus available

A recreation-focused environment combined with the latest training techniques will help improve skills at every level. Each day includes instruction, drills, games, match play and free swim. Led by USPTA certified  tennis pro Rolf Bonnell. Newton Entering grades 3-8 Every week from June 18 - August 31

Tri-Star Soccer

Bus available

Tri-Star soccer staff create an atmosphere of fun and learning while assisting young players in developing soccer skills, tactics, teamwork, sportsmanship and self-confidence. Newton Entering grades K-4 August 13-17

Wide-World of
Sports

Bus available

Designed for the all-around player interested in baseball, basketball, soccer, wiffle ball, kickball, flag football, tennis, capture the flag and more, all while making friends and learning teamwork. Newton Entering grades K-4

July 16-20; 23-27; 30-August 3

August 27-31

 


 
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Special needs accessible

 
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Half-day program available