JCC Camps at a Glance
Explore JCC Greater Boston’s Summer Camps
Discover the perfect summer experience for your child with JCC Greater Boston’s wide range of camps. From day camps like Camp Grossman and Camp Kaleidoscope to specialized programs in tennis, swim, and arts, our camps provide engaging activities, expert instruction, and a welcoming community for kids of all ages. With convenient locations, flexible scheduling, and bus transportation from over 30 towns, JCC camps make it easy for families to create meaningful summer memories. Explore our options and find the ideal camp to spark joy, build skills, and create lasting friendships.
Camp Grossman
Dover, MA | Grades: K-10
Session dates: Camp runs for eight weeks between June 23–August 15 (with optional ninth week August 18-22)
Situated on 75 acres in Dover’s Hale Reservation, Camp Grossman is a mixed-gender traditional Jewish day camp where summer days are filled with sports, boating, art, music, drama, being outside, and making lifelong friends.
We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your summer schedules. While camp is split into four two-week sessions, you also may add single “Plus Weeks” after enrolling in at least one session. Daily bus transportation is available from over 30 communities in the Greater Boston area, making getting to/from camp convenient at easy. After care is also available (at the JCC) until 6pm.
Camp Kaleidoscope
Leventhal-Sidman JCC, Newton | Grades: K–10
Session dates: Camp runs for eight weeks between June 23–August 15
Experience the ultimate combination of creative arts and excitement with our unique blend of theater, filmmaking, music, culinary arts, science, sports, games, and outdoor activities.
Vacation Camp
Leventhal-Sidman JCC, Newton | Grades: K–8
Session Dates:
- December: 23, 24, 26, 27, 30
- February: 17, 18, 19, 20, 21
- Passover: April 15, 16, 17, 18
- April / Spring Break: April 21, 22, 23, 24, 25
Join us at the Leventhal-Sidman JCC during vacation days and school breaks for a variety of activities including swimming in our indoor pool, sports and gym games, arts & crafts, fun surprises and more! Sign up by the day, drop-off as early as 8am and pick-up as late as 6pm.
Tennis Camp
Leventhal-Sidman JCC, Newton | Grades: 1-10
Session dates: Camp runs for eight weeks between June 23-August 15
Our experienced tennis pro helps kids develop their skills, learn valuable technical training and tennis strategy, and make new friends along the way. Campers also get to cool down and swim every day in our outdoor pool.
Sports Camp
Leventhal-Sidman JCC, Newton | Grades: K-8
Session dates: Camp runs for two weeks between August 18-29
Join us for a jam-packed week filled with sport fundamentals, skills, drills and games. Young athletes will hone their athletic abilities, develop as teammates and make new friends. Campers will also enjoy an hour of daily recreational swim. Open to all levels and abilities!
All-Star Swim Camp
Leventhal-Sidman JCC, Newton | Grades: K-10
Session dates: Camp runs for 7 weeks between June 23-July 18 & August 11-August 29
Join us for a week-long intensive program to help young swimmers refine the four competitive strokes, build confidence and make new friends! All-star swim is designed for kids who are already on a swim team or developmental/rec team and are looking to improve upon their existing ability. Try-outs are required.
Camp Comparison Chart
Looking to find the right camp dates to fit your plans? Check the chart below to find the weeks that work for you.
| Week 1 | Week 2 | Week 3 | Week 4 | Week 5 | Week 6 | Week 7 | Week 8 | Week 9 | Week 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/23–6/27 | 6/30–7/3 | 7/7–7/11 | 7/14–7/18 | 7/21–7/25 | 7/28–8/1 | 8/4–8/8 | 8/11–8/15 | 8/18–8/22 | 8/25–8/29 | |
| Grossman | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Kaleidoscope | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
| Tennis Camp | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | ||
| Sports Camp | X | X | ||||||||
| All-Star Swim Camp | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Overnight/Day Camp Combo
Thanks to our partnership with Camp Kingswood, any first-time JCC Greater Boston camper from the Greater Boston area is invited to split their summer between a Boston JCC day camp (Camp Grossman or Camp Kaleidoscope) and Camp Kingswood. Register your camper for both camps, and save $500 off Kingswood, and $150 off any Boston JCC day camp! Learn more about Camp Kingswood!
Join the Camp Team
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