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Embrace the moments, cherish the time at JCAmp!
Ages 2 and up

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Overview

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Welcome to Jacksonville’s Best Summer Camp where we embrace the moments and cherish the TIME with familiar favorites and new offerings!  

At JCAmp, our days are enriched through Teamwork, Instilling self-confidence, Making a difference and Empathy. Campers gain leadership skills, develop a greater appreciation and respect for cultural differences, engage in team-building activities and enjoy activities in one of two fabulous locations. 


Stay tuned; Our 2025 JCAmp Season will go live on January 6, 2025!

Mission and Vision

JCAmp Mission

We work collaboratively to build quality relationships and experiences that support a sense of communal belonging and positive personal development for all.

JCAmp Vision

To empower staff, campers and their families to create a fun, safe environment open to the entire community that fosters positive individual and communal-based growth built on a foundation of Jewish values.

Core Values

English                                   Hebrew

Teamwork                                Chaveirut (chah-vey-root) – friendship

Instilling Self Confidence      Ometz Lev (ooh-met-z lehv) – grit, courage

Making a Difference               Tikkun Olam (tea-koon ooh-lahm) – repairing the world

Empathy                                   Chesed (cheh-said) – kindness

Fabulous Facilities

The JCA’s extensive campus at 8505 San Jose Boulevard includes indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, full-court gymnasium, indoor running track, art studio, auditorium, dance and exercise studios, outdoor playgrounds, and over 100,000 square feet of indoor space. 

A second campsite is located at the Jacksonville Jewish Center, 3662 Crown Point Road. An excellent facility with multifunctional indoor spaces, a swimming pool, baseball field, tennis courts and more, The Center provides an ideal setting for unlimited JCAmp experiences! 

Two Summer Camp locations map

Registration

JCAmp programs are open to all children regardless of race, religion or ethnicity. 

Within our programs, groups are designed to meet each camper’s needs as an individual and the needs of the program. Placement is based on age, grade, and other factors to create well-balanced groups. While friendship requests are accepted, they are requests only and not guaranteed.  Requests must be reciprocal and emailed to JCAmp@jcajax.org two weeks prior to your campers session to be considered in the placement process (not available in Pattycakes, K’Ton, Tovim or Kindercamp). 

The JCA reserves the right to change campers’ group placement if placement does not serve the best interests of the individual or group. 

JCA Membership is not required. However, JCA members and children currently enrolled in Michele Block Gan Yeladim Preschool & Kindergarten, or for the 2025-26 school year, have priority registration through February 28. Guests are encouraged to submit applications with deposits early to secure a space when general registration opens. In the event space is not available, all monies are refunded. 

Registration for all JCAmp programs is required at least three business days prior to the start date. For additional information please contact programregistrar@jcajax.org. 

Policies and Procedures

Fees and Deposits 

Applicants must be in good financial standing with the JCA to register for JCAmp. All applications must be completed online or submitted to the Program Registrar’s Office. 

A nonrefundable, nontransferable $100 deposit per session, regardless of session length, is due at the time of registration. Balances for all camp programs, regardless of session, must be made via auto draft (bank account or credit card) and paid in full by May 2, 2025. The JCA will not guarantee placement if balances are outstanding after that date. 

Full Summer/Full Payment Discount 

JCAmp families who register by February 14 for a minimum of eight weeks with full payment at the time of registration will receive a 5% discount. Payments must be made by cash or check only, made payable to JCA. There are no discounts for Pattycakes, K’Ton, Tovim or Kindercamp. This discount does not apply to those receiving financial assistance. 

Refunds 

While we know plans can change, JCAmp deposits are non-refundable. Refunds of JCAmp program fees will be granted only if the JCA is notified in writing of withdrawal prior to May 2. Notification of withdrawal on or after May 2 will result in the loss of all fees paid. 

All changes to registration, including schedules or sessions, must be made in writing and will result in a $15 charge per change payable at the time the change is made.

Financial Aid

Tuition Assistance

Through the generosity of our donors, need-based adjusted fees are available. Full deposits are still required upon registration. Financial Assistance forms, with required documentation including a 2024 tax return, must be received by March 14 to be considered for allocation by April 1. Late applications for tuition assistance are accepted for review provided there are remaining funds.  

If you wish to receive a Financial Assistance packet, please indicate that on the registration form. If financial aid is insufficient or unavailable, deposits are refunded. For more information, contact Aileen Casado at aileen.casado@jcajax.org.  

JCAmp Programs

Our 2025 JCAmp Season will go live on January 6, 2025!