Join us for an amazing summer!

J-CAMP: Grades K-6  |  CITs & LITs: Grades 7–10

We provide a diverse and welcoming environment for all our campers with a new theme and corresponding activities every week. J-Camp is built on four pillars of JAMS: Judaism, Arts, Movement (athletics), and STEM.

In addition to our on-site programs, we have weekly field trips and specials guests! In the past, field trips included the zoo, local parks, museums and more. Special guests have included animal folks, cultural performers, storytellers and more. 

J-Camp Weekly Themes 
Week 1: June 23rd – 27th     
Theme: Aloha to Summer | Shalom: Peace  
Aloha! We are celebrating our first week of camp with all different types of Hawaiian activities including a Luau!

Week 2: June 30th – July 3rd (Off for July 4th) 
Theme: Party in the USA | Herut: Freedom  
It’s time to take a road trip and travel across the states! All activities this week will be based off of what certain states are known for and the celebration of Independence!  

Week 3: July 7th –  July 11th
Theme: Space is the Place | Tikkun Olam: Repair the World 
This week we will be blasting off into outer space! Campers will be participating in space-themed games, projects and activities.

Week 4: July 14th – July 18th  
Theme: Olympics| Kehillah: Community  
Within this week campers will travel to all different countries. They will create their own passport and learn about as many countries as they can in one week! In addition, campers will compete in Olympic sports that include basketball, relay races, swimming and more!    

Week 5: July 21st  – July 25th  
Theme: Animal Kingdom | Tza’ar Ba’alei Chayim: Protect Animals  
Campers will have the opportunity to learn about a variety of animals and their habitats while partaking in all animal-themed games and activities! 

Week 6: July 28th – August 1st 
Theme: Blast from the Past | L’dor Vador: Connect Generations   
It’s time to travel back in time and get retro! Be prepared to travel through different periods of time and learn popular trends from the 70’s, 80’s, 90’s, 00’s & 10’s!   

Week 7: Aug 4th – Aug 8th  
Theme: Israel Week| Ahavat Yisrael: Love of (the People and land of) Israel   
This week will be all about Israel where campers will play Israeli games, nosh on Israeli food and partake in traditional Israeli games!  

Week 8:  Aug 11th – Aug 15th   
Theme: Water Palooza | Sh’mirat Havteva: Protect Nature
Don’t let the heat get to you because this will be one wild, wet and water-filled week! Campers will partake in all different types of water activities from swimming to water balloon toss to water games!  

Week 9: Aug 18th – 22nd 
Theme: Under the Big Top| Hakarat Hatov: Be Grateful 
Let’s end summer camp on a high note. This week we will clown around with fun activities and have an end of the summer carnival!

Arrival & Dismissal
Drop-off: 8:45- 9:00am 
If you have a child that attends the ECC, you may drop off your camper as early as 8:30am.
Pick-up: 3:45-4:00pm

Add Ons: (Please note that once you have registered for an add on, there is NO REFUND)

Early Care: 8:00am – 8:45am 
Price: $10 Per Day

Extended Care: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Price: $20 Per Day

Both drop-off and pick-up will be at the Sessions Street playground. On days with severe weather, drop-off and pick-up will be at the front lobby of the JCC. 

Leader in Training (LIT)
The Leader in Training (LIT) program is designed for teens who want to enhance their skills in leadership. Leadership involves thinking creatively and critically, making difficult decisions, communicating ideas clearly, and being able to work with others around them. Throughout the summer, each week of camp will highlight a leadership area whether it is teamwork, decision making, communication and the LIT/CIT Director will provide lessons each week. Additionally, the LITs will also have time to develop relationships with campers and get hands-on experience. This program is for teens entering 7th and 8th grade that want to have a fun summer developing their leadership skills, creating self-confidence and making new friends.
To be a LIT:
•    Must be entering grades 7th or 8th 
•    Must possess an interest in becoming a leader
•    Must have a positive and cooperative attitude

Counselor-in-Training Program (CIT)
The Counselor in Training (CIT) program is designed for teens who want to further their leadership skills and/or prepare to become a counselor at J-Camp in future years. Just like our LIT program, CITs will also have time in a classroom setting where they develop and hone in on their leadership skills, ranging from critical thinking to organization and problem solving. The CITs will be assigned a group to work with for the week and will be required to run at least 1 or 2 activities with that group. The activities can range from arts and crafts to sports and games. This volunteer position is for teens entering 9th & 10th grade who want to further their leadership skills and who want to learn more about how to be a counselor in the future!
To be a CIT:
•    Must be entering grades 9th & 10th grade
•    Must have attended J-Camp for at least 1 summer
•    Must be available to come for a minimum of 2 weeks
•    Must have a positive and cooperative attitude
•    Must submit two letters of recommendation. (Ex: Teacher, family friend) and schedule a time to interview with the Camp Director and LIT/CIT Director. 

Pricing
A non-refundable registration fee is required per child at the time of registration. Registrations, including those for financial aid applicants, will not be accepted without payment of the fee.
JCC Members: $41 | Non-Members: $69

J-Camp: Sign Up for 1 or 2 Weeks of Camp
Weeks 1, 3-9
JCC Members: $333 | Non-members: $418
Week 2
JCC Members: $267 | Non-members: $334

J-Camp: Sign Up for 3 to 5 Weeks of Camp
Weeks 1, 3-9
JCC Members: $327 | Non-members: $410
Week 2
JCC Members: $262 | Non-members: $328

J-Camp: Sign Up for 6 to 9 Weeks of Camp
Weeks 1, 3-9
JCC Members: $318 | Non-members: $399
Week 2
JCC Members: $256 | Non-members: $320

LITs: Sign Up for 1 or 2 Weeks of Camp
Weeks 1, 3-9
JCC Members: $212 | Non-members: $243
Week 2
JCC Members: $170 | Non-members: $195

LITs: Sign Up for 3 to 5 Weeks of Camp
Weeks 1, 3-9
JCC Members: $208 | Non-members: $239
Week 2
JCC Members: $167 | Non-members: $192

LITs: Sign Up for 6 to 9 Weeks of Camp
Weeks 1, 3-9
JCC Members: $203 | Non-members: $232
Week 2
JCC Members: $164 | Non-members: $186

Dwares JCC Membership Info 
Those with a family membership at the Dwares JCC, who are in good standing, are eligible for member prices for J-Camp. You must be a member at the time of registration through the end of the camper’s enrollment.

To become a member, contact Member Services at 401.421.4111 or MemberServices@JewishAllianceRI.org to learn more.  

Registration closes on the Friday two camp weeks before the camp session begins (For example, if you want to register for week 3, you must do so before the end of week 1). If roster space is available, late registrations are accepted until 4:00pm on the Wednesday before the camp week starts. 

Late registrations incur an additional fee of $50.

Registration closes for:

Week 1 on Friday, June 13th

Week 2 on Friday, June 20th

Week 3 on Friday, June 27th

Week 4 on Friday, July 4th

Week 5 on Friday, July 11th

Week 6 on Friday, July 18th

Week 7 on Friday, July 25th

Week 8 on Friday, July 25th

Week 9 on Friday, August 1st

We will not accept any verbal registrations and/ or schedule changes.

In addition to the summer camp registration packet being completed, all children must have a copy of their immunization records on file.

Cancellation/Change/Refund Policy

Before April 1st
Weeks may be dropped or changed, subject to availability, with a full refund for each week. Registration fees and add-ons are not refundable.

Between April 1st – May 31st

Weeks may be dropped or changed, subject to availability, if you maintain at least one week of camp, you will only receive 50% of the refund. Registrations fees and add-ons are not refundable.

June 1^st and Later

Changes to the weeks attending may be made, subject to availability, if the number of weeks remains the same or increases. There is no refund of cancelations, registration fees, and add-ons.  

Camp: The Gift That Keeps on Giving

Are you searching for a meaningful present that stands the test of time? Look no further! Camp is not just a gift, it’s a journey to self-discovery, friendship, and adventure.  Our Camp Gift Certificate can be applied to any camp week of J-Camp.

To purchase a gift certificate, please reach out to our Camp Director, Rachel Accetturo at raccetturo@jewishallianceri.org or call 401-421-4111 x140.

Gift Certificates must be redeemed by August 8th, 2025. Gift Certificates that are not redeemed for this summer do not transfer forward to future summers.