Camp Achva

(Rising K-10th grades)

Discounted Program & Class Rates

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Since 1969, Camp Achva has been the premier Jewish day camp in Northern Virginia! Whatever type of camp your school-age child is dreaming of, it’s likely that Camp Achva can deliver through its many varied camps! Whichever JCCNV camps you choose, we promise a unique blend of camp activities, Jewish culture and fun-loving and experienced staff members to facilitate a summer of fun and exploration. Register early to ensure your child’s space is reserved for a summer of fun and a lifetime of memories!

Click here to download the 2013 Camp Brochure

Click here to view the Camp Achva swim manual.

Camp Achva Forms:

Click here to download the Medication Authorization Form

Click here to download the Child Profile Form

Click here to download the Emergency Contact Form

Click here to download the Behavior Contract Form

 

Camp Achva

Tzofim (Scout)

Rising Kindergarten

June 24–August 9

Camp Tzofim is designed to meet the needs of campers who are making the transition from preschool to kindergarten. In addition to our exciting camp activities, these campers will enjoy a morning snack and a short menucha (rest period) after lunch. For more information, including pricing, please refer to the 2013 Camp Brochure.

Chalutzim (Pioneers)

Rising 1st and 2nd Graders

June 24–August 9

Chalutzim provides active young campers the wonders and excitement of a Jewish day camp experience. From the pool to the playground and beyond, the Chalutzim day is filled
with laughter, singing, and ruach (spirit), all within a positive and nurturing environment. For more information, including pricing, please refer to the 2013 Camp Brochure.

Olim (Immigrants)

Alef: Rising 3rd and 4th Graders

Bet: Rising 5th and 6th Graders

June 24–August 9

Olim campers spend their days immersed in active and engaging programming that keeps them busy indoors and outdoors. For more information, including pricing, please refer to the 2013 Camp Brochure.

Omanoot (Arts) Theater Camp

Rising 4th–8th Graders

Weeks 3–8: July 8–August 16

This summer Omanoot makes its way into East High with some crazy Wildcat spirit in a production of High SchoolMusical Jr.! In just six weeks, the cast will get the audience toe-tapping to an exciting and fun musical performance while learning about the different aspects of the musicaltheater world. Our summer will start with the basics of auditions, music, and dance moves to all of the greatest High School Musical songs! This program is sure to create a summer to remember as the cast bonds together, learns together, and creates a spectacular show together! Come join us in the fun, as we get ready for the “Start of Something New!” For more information, including pricing, please refer to the 2013 Camp Brochure.

Shavuon One-Week Specialty Camps

Grades 3–7, unless otherwise noted

Make your child’s summer something special with our weekly Shavuon specialty camps. We’ve added a few new specialties this year, and have also kept some favorites from summers past. Every day Shavuon campers have the chance to enjoy free swim in the afternoon and every week they enjoy a field trip. For more information, including pricing, please refer to the 2013 Camp Brochure.

NEW! Golf Camp

Week 1: June 24–28

Spend a week learning the ins and outs of golf with the help of experienced instructors from Every Body Golf School. Campers learn putting, chipping, use of irons, woods, sand play, rules, etiquette, and course management.

NEW! Chess Camp

Week 2: July 1–July 5 (no camp July 4)

Partnering with Chess Wizards, these campers will get a week full of chess instruction and tournaments. Campers learn the value of teamwork and cooperation through group variants such as Bug-house and Revolving Chess, and learn to think of the game in new ways through variants such as Take-Me, Mirror, and Fischer Chess.

NEW! Centerstage “Theater Workshop”

Weeks 1 & 2: June 24–July 5 (no camp July 4)

Learn the basics of theater, in a fun and relaxed atmosphere! With workshops on auditions (how to prepare and succeed), stage presence, monologue preparations, and dance (how to warm-up and basic steps in a few genres), this camp will give you a tasteof what putting on a production is like! At the end of the two weeks, there will be a camp performance of solos and small group numbers to show off what we have learned! This program is perfect for campers who have never been on stage before and want to try it out or love the limelight and want another opportunity to perform!

Dance Academy Clinic

Rising 1st–4th graders

Weeks 1–3: June 24–July 12 (no clinic July 4)

An intensive three-week dance program that explores the different dance genres, costume design, dance history and performance techniques. As part of the clinic, dancers will travel to the Kennedy Center to get a backstage tour, and feel what it would be like to perform in a professional theatre. You’ll be enchanted by each dancer during the end-of-program performance on the last day of the clinic.

NEW! Sports Blast by Fit Kids!

Week 3: July 8–12

This one-week program is specially offered by our good friends from Fit Kids. Campers will move and laugh to nonstop excitement and a fun-filled week of sports and games. Loads of equipment and a variety of activities each day to include multi-sports (basketball, soccer, T-ball, gymnastics, floor hockey, pillo polo, flag football) and wacky games (tug of war, Frisbee, various relay races, air pump rockets, parachutes, hoops, balls, team challenges, obstacle courses, and more). Teamwork and good sportsmanship are stressed. Come join the fun!

NEW! Playwell Teknologies! Engineering FUNdamentals

Week 4: July 15–19

Power up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and over 100,000 pieces of LEGOS®! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture throughengineer-designed projects such as arch bridges, skyscrapers, motorized cars, andthe Battletrack! Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. An experienced instructor will challenge new and returning students to engineer at the next level.

NEW! Sailing Camp
Week 5: July 22–26

In partnership with Washington Sailing Marina, summer days will be spent sailing on the Potomac River. Meet new friends, sail in a safe environment and have fun. Our emphasis is on learning by doing. Children will be sailing 90% of the time (weather permitting). Students should wear shorts, shirts and rubber-soled shoes (no flip flops) and should bring other clothes appropriate for the forecast.

Shavuon Hits the Road to Capital Camps
Week 6: July 29–August 2

Have you been thinking about an overnight camp experience? Are you curious what they do in the wilds of Waynesboro, PA? This is the week to find out, when Shavuon packs its bags and heads 90 minutes north for three nights and four days of sleep-away camp fun!

NEW! Horseback Riding!
Week 7: August 5–9

Campers will learn the ins and outs of riding and taking care of a horse! Morning lessons concentrate on developing basic equestrian skills. Afternoon lessons are all about having fun through our “Games on Horseback” series which allow for the practical usage of riding skills acquired during the morning lesson period. Campers are taught the history of the horse, breeds, colors,markings, anatomy, horse care, grooming & braiding techniques, determining a horse’s age by reading teeth, and much, much more.

Note: Campers will return to the JCCNV between 5pm-6pm, extended care until 6pm will be provided at no additional charge.

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Super Shavuon Specialty Weeks

We are offering 2 full weeks of specialty camps this summer! Make the last few weeks of the summer super special by joining your friends at a week-long camp with a specialty of your choice! All camps include daily free swim, outside play time, Shabbat celebration and a field trip. For more information, including pricing, please refer to the 2013 Camp Brochure.

Week 8: August 12–16
Grades K-1

Mad Science: Eureka! The Inventor’s Camp

Creative Contraption Warning! This is a camp designed by you—the Inventor! Each day you’ll begiven a series of challenges which must be overcome using basic materials, simple machines, tips from world famous inventors and the most important thing of all – your mind. With a little bit of ingenuity you’ll construct catapults and forts and then lay siege, fabricate a winning Egg Drop design, construct a dancing robot and assemble a working light saber to take home. While Thomas Edison said invention is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration, this camp is 100% fun!

Lively Arts!

It’s time to show off your talents from the page to the stage and beyond, as we explore all the ways we can express our creativity! We will tackle acting, painting, drawing, design, and more all in one week—Whewww!

Musical Moments: “Worlds of Music – Worlds of Fun”

With the help of Little Hands, campers will experience music through songs, movement, rhythm and percussion instruments all focused on music from around the world.

Sports Blast by Fit Kids!

With the help from our friends at Fit Kids! campers will be moving and laughing to non-stop excitement and a fun-filled week of sports and games. Loads of equipment and a variety of activities each day to include multi-sports (basketball, soccer, T-ball, floor hockey, pillo polo, flag football) and wacky games (tug of war, Frisbee, various relay races, air pump rockets, parachutes, hoops, balls, team challenges, obstacles courses, and more). Teamwork and good sportsmanship are stressed. Come join the fun!

Week 8: August 12–16

Grades 2-3

Mad Science: Eureka! The Inventor’s Camp

Creative Contraption Warning! This is a camp designed by you—the Inventor! Each day you’ll be given a series of challenges which must be overcome using basic materials, simple machines, tips from world famous inventors and the most important thing of all – your mind. With a little bit of ingenuity you’ll construct catapults and forts and then lay siege, fabricate a winning Egg Drop design, construct a dancing robot and assemble a working light saber to take home. While Thomas Edison said invention is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration, this camp is 100% fun!

Chess Camp

Partnering with Chess Wizards, these campers will get a week full of chess instruction and tournaments. Campers learn the value of teamwork and cooperation through group variants such as Bug-house and Revolving Chess, and learn to think of the game in new ways through variants such as Take-Me, Mirror, and Fischer Chess.

Artistic Expressions

This camp will guide campers on a worldwide exploration of creativity, sampling artistic styles from across the globe! Kids should be sure to bring their creative hats with them for a week of artistic fun!

Top Chef

Campers will have a great time preparing a smorgasbord of delicious delights. Each day will be a new recipe and a new chance for campers to take turns measuring, pouring, and stirring in our kitchen!

Week 8: August 12-16

Grades 4-6

Mad Science: Crime Scene and Chemistry

Mad Science introduces you to life and all the science used to solve crime. Discover the secrets behind batteries and electricity. Learn how blood pumps through your heart and air moves through your lungs. Use ooey-gooey ingredients to build a model cell and decipher your DNA using your own traits.

Magic Camp!

Illusions by Vick is back! Learn secrets of magic to amaze your friends and family tickle their funny bones and touch their hearts! Join us for a fun-filled week in magic camp where we make objects disappear, cards float, learn stagecraft and more.”

Bubbe’s Kitchen

Every day is a holiday in Bubbe’s (grandma’s) kitchen! Come create the most popular holiday foods of the Jewish culture. Learn how to prepare a variety of main dishes, light meals, snacks and treats.

Splashdown!

Come explore the wet and wild side of summer with daily field trips to some of the most exciting water spaces and places in our area.

Week 9: August 19-23
Grades K-1

Chess Camp

Partnering with Chess Wizards, these campers will get a week full of chess instruction and tournaments. Campers learn the value of teamwork and cooperation through group variants such as Bug-house and Revolving chess, and learn to think of the game in new ways through variants such as Take-Me, Mirror, and Fischer Chess.

Lively Arts!

It’s time to show off your talents from the page to the stage and beyond, as we explore all the way we can express our creativity! We will tackle acting, painting, drawing, design, and more all in one week—Whewww!

NEW! Golf Camp

Spend a week learning the ins and outs of golf with the help of experienced instructors from Every Body Golf School. Campers learn putting, chipping, use of irons, woods, sand play, rules, etiquette, and course management.

NEW! Tennis Camp

Join us on the courts and learn solid foundation in stroke development, as well as targeting footwork to aid players at any level. There will be games and match play for all ability levels as well as racquetball and table tennis

Week 9: August 19-23

Grades 2-3

NEW! Playwell Teknologies! Engineering FUNdamentals

Power up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and over 100,000 pieces ofLEGOS®! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer designed projects such as arch bridges, skyscrapers, motorized cars, and the Battletrack! Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. An experienced instructor will challenge new and returning students to engineer at the next level.

Artistic Expressions

This camp will guide campers on a worldwide exploration of creativity, sampling artistic styles from across the globe! Make sure you bring your creative hats with you for a week of artistic fun!

NEW! Golf Camp

Spend a week learning the ins and outs of golf with the help of experienced instructors from Every Body Golf School. Campers learn putting, chipping, use of irons, woods, sand play, rules, etiquette, and course management.

NEW! Tennis Camp

Join us on the courts and learn solid foundation in stroke development, as well as targeting footwork to aid players at any level. There will be games and match play for all ability levels as  well as racquetball and table tennis.

Week 9: August 19-23

Grades 4-6

Land Adventure

Come explore the wild side of summer with daily field trips to some of the most exciting spaces and places in our area.

NEW! Golf Camp

Spend a week learning the ins and outs of golf with the help of experienced instructors from Every Body Golf School. Campers learn putting, chipping, use of irons, woods, sand play, rules, etiquette, and course management.

NEW! Tennis Camp

Join us on the courts and learn solid foundation in stroke development, as well as targeting footwork to aid players at any level. There will be games and match play for all ability levels as well as racquetball and table tennis.

Artist’s Studio

Join us for a week of out of this world art! Highlights include visits to Susan Fox Hirschmann’s pottery studio and instruction from local community artists.

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Mitzvah Corps/Travel Camp

Rising 7th-9th Graders

In coordination with Camp JCC in Rockville, earn community service hours with the perfect combination of volunteering, hands-on activities, adventure and fun:

Week One: Participate in local one day community service projects
Week Two: Overnight travel to another city where service learning is combined with sightseeing adventures and other dynamic activities

Weeks 1 and 2
June 24-28: Local trips
July 1-5: Fly to Florida

Weeks 5 and 6
July 22-26: Local trips
July 29-August 2: Bus to Philadelphia

Counselor-in-Training (CIT)

Rising 10th Graders

This program is designed for high school teens who are interested in learning how to be greatcounselors and effective leaders while earning community service hours. The CIT experience includes: assisting with daily group activities; involvement in large scale camp events; weekly leadership development training and team-building; overnight field trips during each twoweek session; and time to hang out with friends.

Weeks 1 & 2: June 24–July 5 (no camp July 4)
Weeks 3 & 4: July 8–19

JCC Maccabi Games® and JCC Maccabi ArtsFest®

Orange County, CA

JCC Maccabi Games, Ages 13-16
JCC Maccabi ArtsFest, Ages 13-17
Sunday–Friday, August 4–August 9, 2013
Register by April 15, 2013

The JCC Maccabi Games® and ArtsFest® are going to Orange County for an amazing event where thousands of Jewish teens meet, compete and have a great time, creating memories that will last a lifetime! It’smuch more than just a week of sports and the arts. Teen athletes/ artists participate throughout the week in tournaments, community service projects, exciting social events, and best of all... everyone is Jewish! Arts Specialties might include: rock music, jazz ensemble, acting/improv, dance, visual arts, creative writing, musical theater, vocal music and culinary arts Sports might include: boys baseball 14-U and 16-U, boys basketball 14-U and 16-U, girls basketball 16-U, boys soccer 14-U and 16-U, girls soccer 16-U, girls volleyball 16-U, girls softball 16-U, dance, bowling, swimming, tennis, and table tennis

Contact:
Nori White, JCC Maccabi Experience® delegation head, NoriW@jccnv.org, (703) 537-3041 for more information and to register.