Camp · Outdoors/Nature · Ages 8–10 · $1,200/week (2026 price)
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▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 8–10

Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp

Malibu · $1,200/week (2026 price) · ★ 4.5 (22 reviews)

Short-stay overnight camp experience for younger campers at Camp JCA Shalom.

▌ Editor's read Camp JCA Shalom's website loads as a real camp site, offering a variety of overnight programs, including mini-camp options. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, and holds California state license number 197800001. The camp has been operating for 69 years, indicating a strong history and experience in youth programming. They explicitly state that all staff undergo background checks, drug testing, and extensive training. Google reviews for Camp JCA Shalom show an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 200 reviews, with many parents praising the supportive environment and positive impact on their children. The camp is owned by a nonprofit organization, the Shalom Institute. 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 1957 69+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator 501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–10

Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given outdoors/nature program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1957 (69 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization

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Details

  • Category: Outdoors/Nature
  • Ages: 8–10
  • Hours: Overnight residential camp
  • Address: 30380 Mulholland Hwy, Malibu, CA 90265
  • Phone: 818-889-5500
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes (2026): Mini Camp Alef (4 nights): $1,200-$1,550 depending on payment tier. New camper rate $800.

Last season (2026): Runs Overnight residential camp, 8 sessions (3 one-week, 5 multi-week blocks), from Jun 16 to Aug 2.

Last season's sessions (Summer 2026) ⛓

These are last summer's dates and prices. 2027 details are not posted here yet, so check with the camp before you plan around them. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

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

↗ What parents like

  • Radically inclusive philosophy
  • Financial assistance available
  • Good for first-time campers

↘ 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 - Mini Camp

What ages does Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp accept?
Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp is open to children ages 8–10. 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 - Mini Camp cost?
Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp listed $1,200/week for the standard session in 2026. Final cost depends on session length and sibling discounts, and new-season rates may differ.
What are Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp's hours?
Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp runs Overnight residential camp.
Is Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp accredited?
Yes — Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp 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 - Mini Camp?
Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp 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 - Mini Camp provide meals?
Yes — Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp is an overnight camp, and campers' meals are provided. Ask about allergy and dietary accommodations before the session starts.
How does Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Malibu?
Camp JCA Shalom - Mini Camp 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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