faq
Why should I choose camp kimama?
There are plenty of reasons to make this choice! Camp Kimama provides a great opportunity to build close international friendships with Jewish teens from all over the world and Israel in a beautiful, warm, friendly, protected environment. At camp kimama the children always come first!
Who are the staff? Are they “checked out?”
The staff at Camp Kimama is one of the primary reasons children return year after year. Our staff members are 21-30 years old and are experienced counselors and educators, many of whom have worked in summer camps in the U.S. and Canada as well as “Israeli shlichim,” who are hired after an intense screening process.
How Jewish is Camp Kimama?
Kimama was created to encourage international Jewish connections where campers come from different Jewish cultural backgrounds. Judaism is instinctively infused into our programs and activities. For example, our community service and leadership programs involve activities based on the Jewish ethic of “Tikkun Olam: (fixing the world) and leadership simulation games are based on stories from the bible as well as Jewish and Israeli history.
The kitchen in Kimama is completely kosher and is supervised by the Israeli Rabanut.
Before every meal we say the “Hamotzi Lehem” blessing and after every meal we say the “Birkat Hamazon” blessing. We celebrate Shabbat services, yet we do use electricity and speakers, and we celebrate Havdallah too. Kimama is not a religious camp, yet we allow each of our campers to practice their faith as they wish, making Kimama so special for each camper.
Are there different activities for each age group?
Yes. Our program is designed so that all campers experience most of the activities we offer such as sailing, kayaking, speed boating, martial arts, theater, music, dance, soccer, basketball, arts & crafts, nature crafts and more. All campers can participate in leading our kabalat shabbat. As campers grow and continue to return to kimama, they get to participate in activities created for their age group, which they did not take part in before. The educational topics we deal with are different for each age group as well.
My kids do not speak Hebrew, will they get along at Kimama?
Yes, easily! Our camps are international and are run entirely in English and Hebrew. By the end of the summer every camper speaks or understands a little bit of both…
Is Camp Kimama certified by the Ministry of Education & Sports?
Yes! Camp Kimama is certified by the Ministry of Education & Sports in Israel. We are routinely inspected by the national supervisor for safety and security, who reviews our compliance with over 500 procedures and regulations of the state of Israel.
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Keep in touch with campers during camp
Camp Kimama promotes interpersonal relationships, independence, personal empowerment and leadership. We believe that in order to create cross-continents friendships we have to create a unique environment. Nowadays, children are spending a lot of time with cellular devices, computers, Facebook, apps and other social media. It is often isolating them from the environment. We believe that the summer without this technology, can create a special and unique experience. Therefore, the use of mobile devices / PCs / tablets, etc. at Camp Kimama is not allowed. Devices that are brought to camp will be kept securely in camp office. Therefore, it is recommended to bring a camera and music separately. For the success of the entire camp, we ask you to respect our rules.
Contact FAQ
How can I contact my son/daughter during camp?
Each of Kimama’s camps have a fully working office throughout the summer. Parents are welcome to contact their campers camp office for any information or queries they have. We allow campers to contact home once during camp, at the end of the first week. Of course, if there it is an emergency – we will contact you immediately.
How can I see photos, images and get updates of what’s happening at camp?
Kimama invite you to be part of the camper’s experience. Every day, we will send a daily update with links to the camps photo galleries to your personal E-mail, we take hundreds of photos and videos every day, and upload them to our Facebook page.
How will I know if my son/daughter are ok?
Please feel free to call the camp office and ask about your child. The office will record your questions (Who is his best friend in camp? What workshop he likes the most? Did he take medicine yesterday?) and send it to your child’s counselor and unit heads. They will speak with your child, ask him, and the office will contact you back. We promise to call you back.
skimama faq
Can I still come even if I've never skied / snowboarded?
Of course! Skimama is suitable for beginner and advanced skiers and snowboarders. The training on the mountain is done according to the experience of the skiers and snowboarders, so that we may all enjoy and advance in our skiing/snowboarding abilities.
What language will be spoken during the training?
As in any Kimama camp, we will speak Hebrew and English in Skimama. During the ski session, the ski instructors will deliver the content in English, and the Kimama instructors (who join each of the groups) will translate and help the trainees with understanding and practice.
How many times will we be able to ski?
During the camp we will go out for 5 full ski days, from the morning until the afternoon, when the site closes. During the fternoon we will have a break time, where we will also have lunch at a restaurant inside the ski resort.
What do we do after we finish skiing?
In Skimama, the fun continues in the evening with Kimama's favourite activities and experienced counselors - Salatron, Maccabiah, a movie night, prom, going out on the town and more fun and crazy Kimama surprises.
Who are the campers that will come to camp?
Skimama is attended by campers from Israel, Europe, and the United States between the ages of 7 and 18. Some are coming to Kimama for the first time, and some are returning campers who come year after year.
barcelona faq
What attractions will we experience during the camp?
The fun at Kimama Barcelona does not stop for a minute! We will spend time at a water park, go to a rope obstacle course, water ski, wakeboard, cycle, mountain hike and of course the main point of the camp - go through magical tours in the city of Barcelona, Gaudí Park, and the Camp Nou football stadium!
Can I come alone without friends from home?
Of course! Kimama Barcelona is attended by campers from Israel, Europe and the United States between the ages of 7 and 18. Some come to Kimama for the first time, and some are returning campers. Our experienced counselors create a social connection starting at the airport and by the end of camp, the campers will develop friendships that will last a lifetime!
What counselors will we meet?
The counselors at the camp consist of Kimama's most outstanding and experienced educators, who have accompanied us for many years, are attentive to the campers, are sensitive and provide a perfect experience for each and every camper.
Where will we sleep?
During the camp we will sleep in two destinations - the first in a magical compound at the meeting of the borders between Spain, France and Andorra, at the foot of the Dolomites Mountains. A few days later we will head to Barcelona and accommodate all the campers together in a hotel in the heart of the Catalan city.