fbpx

Camp @ JCC East Bay

Program Overview

Camp @ JCC East Bay offers an intimate day camp experience where campers can discover new interests, test personal limits, and most importantly, have fun. In this exciting and safe environment, campers will celebrate Jewish traditions, make new friends, and develop meaningful relationships with their counselors. We aim to give campers a sense of Judaism in a whole new way as they experience and pursue the value of making the world a better place through service projects, song, art, dance, and drama.

Thank you for a fantastic summer. Stay tuned for information about Summer Camp 2024! 

Program Overview

Camp @ JCC East Bay offers an intimate lower key day camp experience where campers can discover new interests, test personal limits, and most importantly, have fun in a Jewish setting.

In this exciting and safe environment, campers will make new friends and develop meaningful relationships with their counselors. We aim to give campers a sense of self and a sense of their own Judaism as they experience a wide breadth of activities. Camp @ JCC East Bay is geared toward the camper who wants a more personalized camp experience in a rich Jewish environment.

We know that swimming embodies one of the best parts of summer! This year, we hope to include weekly swimming opportunities for all campers, and will incorporate water activities regularly. We’ll also have specialists, in everything from sports to science, to lead campers in exciting summer fun.

Camp @ JCC East Bay camp is an extension of Berkeley Afterschool, and open to rising K-4th graders.

Details
    • Campers are grouped by age, and will spend most of the day in their home groups. Throughout the day, campers will also have choice periods to explore individual interests.
    • Campers should provide their own Kosher style lunch. Camp will provide Kosher snacks daily, but you may supplement with your own. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.
  • *NEW FOR 2024*
    • Weekly field trips to a local swimming pool at least once a week.
    • Havdalah to begin each week with music and a moment of reflection.
    • Some specialists in various subjects, which may include: sports, art, gardening, music, dance, Hebrew, Jewish culture, theater, and science.
    • Weekly walking field trips to Live Oak and Codornices Parks.
    • Oneg Shabbat at the end of each week in our courtyard. Homemade challah, grape juice, a songsession, and something new each week to sweeten the close of our weeks together!
  •  
  •  
Schedule, Fees, & Discounts

2024 Schedule and Rates

Camp is available in 2 or 3 week segments, or come for all 7 weeks, and receive a discount!

Discounts

  • Super Early Bird: Register by January 19, save $80/session
  • Early Bird: Register by March 15: save $40/session
  • Enroll in all 7 weeks: save $240
  • $25/week sibling discount
  • All discounts are combinable

Camp Hours

  • Camp only: 9:00am – 3:30pm
  • AM Care: 8:30 – 9:00am
  • PM Care: 3:30 – 5:30pm

Session 1: June 10 – July 3 (3.5 weeks)
Camp only: $1,450
AM Care: $100
PM Care: $350 
Camp closures: June 12 (Shavuot) & June 19 (Juneteenth)

Session 2: July 8 – July 19 (2 weeks)
Camp only: $1,050 
AM Care: $75
PM Care: $250

Session 3: July 22 – Aug 2 (2 weeks)
Camp only: $1,050
AM Care: $75
PM Care: $250 

Register now!

Financial Aid

The JCC East Bay is committed to making the JCC Summer Camp accessible to as many families as possible. If your child(ren) needs reduced fees to attend camp, please apply for financial assistance by completing this secure form.

Please enroll in camp before submitting your application. If you are unable to accept your financial aid offer, all deposits will be refunded. You may direct questions to Aaron Atlas, CPO, aaron.atlas@jcceastbay.org. We will get back to you within two weeks.

FAQs

Where is Camp @ JCC East Bay located?

We are located at the JCC East Bay (1414 Walnut St, Berkeley, CA 94709).

Will transportation from Berkeley be available?

Unfortunately, we are not able to provide transportation. If you are interested in attending camp in Oakland, please enroll in JCC Kids’ Club Camp.

Can I see the Parent Handbook?

Yes! Camp Parent Handbook 2024.

What should my child bring to camp? And what about lunch and snacks?

Campers should bring a backpack with a non-perishable, nut-free lunch, full water bottle, sunscreen, and a hat. A change of clothes and a light sweatshirt is always a good idea. Please label everything.

Snacks will be provided during camp and PM extended care, but your camper is welcome to bring additional snacks, if desired. Any food provided by camp will be Kosher.

What type of training will staff receive?

Prior to camp, all staff will attend a full schedule of in-person trainings on all policies and procedures including: age appropriate programming, health and safety related procedures, training in effective communication, building community, inclusive programming, building Jewish identity, and much more.

How many campers will be in each group?

Groups may include up to 16 campers, with 2-3 counselors at any given time.

Can we pick a friend for our camper to be with in a group?

Having friends at camp depends entirely on the registration and notice given – we will do our best to accommodate. Please email summercamps@jcceastbay.org with your request as soon as possible.

What about refunds?

Cancellations must be made by May 24, 2024 to receive a refund (less $100 non-refundable deposit per week). Payments will not be refunded for changes and cancellations made after the May 24 deadline.

Contact Us

Email the JCC Summer Camp Team at summercamps@jcceastbay.org.