Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 8–16 · $1,592/week
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▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 8–16

Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3

Malibu · $1,592/week · ★ 4.5 (22 reviews)

A shorter session at Camp JCA Shalom, offering a Jewish overnight camp experience.

▌ Editor's read Camp JCA Shalom's website loads as a real camp site, offering various overnight programs. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, confirming adherence to industry standards. The camp has been operating for 69 years, indicating a strong history and experience in youth programming. The website states that all staff undergo background checks and extensive training, including CPR and First Aid. Camp JCA Shalom is a nonprofit organization, as indicated by its 'About Us' page. Google reviews show a rating of 4.8 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the supportive environment and positive impact on their children. The camp's California state license number is 197800001. Social media handles include @campjcashalom on Instagram and 'campjcashalom' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 195769+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–16

Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. outdoors/nature programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1957 (69 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 8–16
  • Hours: Overnight residential camp
  • Address: 30380 Mulholland Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265
  • Phone: 818-889-5500
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $3135 for 11 nights, which is approximately $1592/week.

Runs Overnight residential camp, 8 sessions (3 one-week, 5 multi-week blocks), from Jun 16 to Aug 2.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • CIT Jun 16 – Jul 19, 2026 · 5 weeks · $1,750
  • Session 1 Jun 17 – 28, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,285
  • KIBBUTZ Jun 24 – Jul 19, 2026 · 4 weeks · $5,050
  • Mini Camp Alef Jul 1 – 5, 2026 · 1 week · $1,300
  • Session 2 Jul 1 – 19, 2026 · 3 weeks · $4,530
  • Mini Camp Bet Jul 7 – 12, 2026 · 1 week · $1,560
  • Mini Camp Gimmel Jul 14 – 19, 2026 · 1 week · $1,560
  • Session 3 Jul 22 – Aug 2, 2026 · 2 weeks · $3,285

↗ What parents like

  • Radically inclusive philosophy
  • Financial assistance available
  • Good for trying out camp

↘ Watch for

  • Shorter session length
  • No clear email for registration

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3

What ages does Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 accept?
Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 is open to children ages 8–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 cost?
Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 publishes $1,592/week for the standard session. $3135 for 11 nights, which is approximately $1592/week. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3's hours?
Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 runs Overnight residential camp. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 accredited?
Yes — Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 69 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3?
Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 69 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 provide lunch?
Yes — Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Malibu?
Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 is one of 54 outdoors/nature camps in Malibu that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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