Kindercamp

Grades TK – K

Friendship, fun, and readiness for Fall come together in this special camp designed specifically for our young campers. Experience the value of teamwork during sports, create masterpieces in art, and experiment in science. Every week also includes a splash of time in our pool, where they’ll have super summer fun as they beat the heat swimming. A taste of summer’s best, all in one camp! Each week gives campers plenty of new KEFF to keep summer fresh and exciting.

The Camp Keff Experience

Here’s How We put Friendship Fueled by FUN into Action!

Morning Mifcad

Kick off the camp day with singing, silly skits, dancing, and surprises that spark your keff spirit!

Weekly Celebrations

Maccabiah competitions, themed dress-up days, and Shabbat Fairs bring our camp community together. Plus, a super special end of summer party exclusively for Kindercamp!

Swimming

Nothing says summer like splash time! Laugh, smile, and play with your pals two days each week in PJCC’s resort-like pools.

Specialty Experiences

Each session brings new ways to explore your interests through cooking, Krav Maga, Drumming, Toyology, and more!

Jewish Culture

Learn about Jewish life & culture through fun projects that emphasize timeless, universal values!

Sports & Games

Get energized as you run, jump, and play with your friends in the fresh air.

STEM

Explore our amazing world with specially designed, hands-on activities that inspire your love for science in super-cool ways.

Arts & Crafts

Let your creativity shine as you make masterpieces filled with color and imagination.

Friendship, fun, and readiness for fall come together in this camp designed specifically for your rising kindergartner. Kindercamp welcomes your child into the world of our special summer fun, with guidance provided by our caring counselors who understand their need for security, support, and safe exploration through play. Special Kindercamp parties make camp even more of a celebration!

  • Splash time & swimming in the PJCC’s awesome pools
  • Super cool camp specialties including sports, STEM, nature, art and more!
  • Weekly Camp KEFF celebrations, including Shabbatfest, Kinder Party, and Maccabiah competition
  • Shalom session includes daily field trips

Session Details

Below is a sample of the fun we’ve cooked up for each week and it’s only the beginning; much more Keff is included in every day!

Week 1 | June 16 – 20 (no camp 6/19)

Kickstart Summer: Squad Goal

Let’s start the summer with new friends and big smiles! Play drums, make colorful paintings, and create glow in the dark art. We’ll play silly games, try fun experiments, and enjoy tasty bagel-making together.

Week 2 | June 23 – 27

Eco Legends: Save the Planet

Be a planet hero! Dance to silly eco-moves, make glowing lanterns, and learn about animals while crafting nests. Play fun games like Quidditch and splash at the family pool party!

Camp Wide Event: Family Pool Party 6/27

Week 3 | June 30 – July 3 (no camp 7/4)

Creative Chaos: DIY & Mad Science

Get messy and creative! Make bubbles, create fun fidget toys, and play giant games like lifesize foosball. Make quirky art and enjoy making yummy hummus together.

Week 4 | July 7 – 11

Jurassic Adventures: Wild & Wacky

Time to go wild! Dance it out with Zumba, dig into dinosaur fun, and create colorful mosaics. Build tasty edible pop rocks and silly Rube Goldberg machines. Race boats, and tackle noodle challenges for a roaring adventure!

Week 5 | July 14 – 18

Epic Time Travelers: Cooking & Medieval Mayhem

Get ready for hands-on fun! Make colorful art, build balloon cars, and create chalk explosions. Play silly games like Balloon Bash and explore history with Batik Challah Covers and Dead Sea art.

Week 6 | July 21 – 25

Soar & Score: Soccer and Sky-High Adventures

Fly into fun! Make colorful art, build cool catapults, and create fizzy bath bombs. Play soccer games, try Minute to Win It challenges, and enjoy a Shabbat picnic!

Camp Wide Event: Shabbat Picnic 7/25

Week 7 | July 28 – August 1

Be Bold: Circus Acts & Time-Traveling Fun

Step into the spotlight! Create colorful yarn art, make fire tile masterpieces, and experiment with crystals. Play silly games like Cone Guardians and enjoy crafting your own Mezuzah!

Week 8 | August 4 – 8

Action & Adventure: Martial Arts Meets Movie Magic

Get ready for action-packed fun! Create slingshot art, play giant games like Hungry Hungry Hippos, and make your own teddy bear. Celebrate with a special Shabbat craft to end the week!

Week 9 | August 11 – 15

Shoot for the Stars: Basketball & Cosmic Adventures

Reach for the stars! Create marbled art, make unpoppable bubbles, and explore rainbows with a spectrometer. Play silly games like The Floor Is Lava and learn about giving back with a Tzedakah box.

Shalom Session | August 18 – 22

Epic Explorers

Celebrate the end of a fantastic summer by visiting exciting destinations like Lost Worlds Funtropolis and CuriOdyssey! Explore the wonders of the Exploratorium, discover new things at the Lawrence Hall of Science, and enjoy a round of fun at Subpar Mini Golf. Make unforgettable memories as you embark on these thrilling adventures!

Summer Finale | August 25 – 27

Creativity, Treats & Splashy Fun!

End summer on a high note with a camp week packed full of fun! Build epic Cardboard Creations like DIY piñatas, then dive into Decoden Crafting to design your own colorful, over-the-top decorations. Each day brings a Snacktivity, where campers make their own edible art projects. Stay cool with swimming sessions and experience Snow Days in Summer, a frosty surprise you won’t want to miss! This mini-week is the perfect way to soak up the last bit of summer magic!

Kindercamp Hours and Fees

Session Dates Hours Member Rate Public Rate
Week 1 | June 16 – 20* 9:00am – 3:00pm $515 $565
8:00am – 6:00pm $660 $710
Week 2 | June 23 – 27 9:00am – 3:00pm $645 $705
8:00am – 6:00pm $825 $885
Week 3 | June 30 – July 3** 9:00am – 3:00pm $515 $565
8:00am – 6:00pm $660 $710
Week 4 | July 7 – 11 9:00am – 3:00pm $645 $705
8:00am – 6:00pm $825 $885
Week 5 | July 14 – 18 9:00am – 3:00pm $645 $705
8:00am – 6:00pm $825 $885
Week 6 | July 21 – 25 9:00am – 3:00pm $645 $705
8:00am – 6:00pm $825 $885
Week 7 | July 28 – August 1 9:00am – 3:00pm $645 $705
8:00am – 6:00pm $825 $885
Week 8 | August 4 – 8 9:00am – 3:00pm $645 $705
8:00am – 6:00pm $825 $885
Bonus (Week 9) | August 11 – 15 9:00am – 3:00pm $645 $705
8:00am – 6:00pm $825 $885
Shalom Session | August 18 – 22 9:00am – 3:00pm $645 $705
8:00am – 6:00pm $825 $885
Summer Finale | August 25 – 27 9:00am – 3:00pm $390 $425
8:00am – 6:00pm $495 $530

*No camp 6/19 (Juneteenth)
**No camp 7/4 (Independence Day)

Customize Your Camper’s Experience and Make Your Life Easier!

Extended Care for even more FUN!

At Camp KEFF we are dedicated fun enthusiasts because we know the importance of play for healthy human development. Our talented Camp KEFF staff understands that play is not only really FUN, but also provides a healthy workout for the brain.

This summer Camp KEFF is bringing the excitement of our specialty camps together with the cherished camp traditions and lifelong friendships offered by our signature camp experiences.

Make it Easy… Order a Nutritious Lunch

Save time every morning by signing up for our hot lunch program, which will include a variety of delicious meals for your child. Each day lunch is packaged and delivered directly to your child. Registration details will be provided in the parent packet, which will be distributed in May 2025.

“Our son LOVES camp! It’s all he can talk about all week. And when he goes to bed, we always ask what he’s looking forward to the next day. Camp KEFF. Always. Even on weekends! :)”