Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3
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 1957 69+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator 501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- 1957 (69 years)
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
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 (2026): $3135 for 11 nights, which is approximately $1592/week.
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 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 listed $1,592/week for the standard session in 2026. $3135 for 11 nights, which is approximately $1592/week. Final cost depends on session length and sibling discounts, and new-season rates may differ.
- What are Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3's hours?
- Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 runs Overnight residential camp.
- 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 meals?
- Yes — Camp JCA Shalom - Session 3 is an overnight camp, and campers' meals are provided. Ask about allergy and dietary accommodations before the session starts.
- 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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