Age Levels:
- Ofarim: (“Deer” in Hebrew) 3rd - 5th graders
- Tsofim: (“Scouts” in Hebrew) 6th - 8th graders
- Bogrim: (“Elders” in Hebrew) 9th -12th graders
Cost:
$30 per year, June 1st to May 31st
Purpose:
To provide Jewish children an opportunity to explore and develop pride in their Jewishness and identify with Zionism.
Ideology:
- Judaism through instilling a love of Jewish traditions and rituals.
- Jewish Identity through education in Jewish heritage, history and current events.
- Zionism through developing a relationship with Israel.
Year Round Programs:
Educational and social activities designed to develop their Jewish identity while having fun with other children.
Summer Camping Programs:
- Young Judea camps for children ages 8-13. Six regional campsites across the country.
- Camp Tel Yehudah for high school aged children. Located in Barryville, NY on the Delaware River.
Israel Programs:
Opportunities for teens and young adults to travel to and learn about Israel through personal experience.
Join Young Judea:
Why Young Judea?:
Young Judea provides children with a fun environment where they grow in their Jewish faith and gives them a chance to make friends that share their faith. As they grow, children are encouraged to take part in issues that affect Israel, the Jewish community and the world. If you have a child you'd like to see grow in his Jewish faith, consider Young Judea.