Ignite Bar/Bat Mitzvah

Igniting a lifelong love of Judaism!

Ignite is an innovative approach to preparing Jewish boys and girls, not just for their Bar/Bat Mitzvah ceremony, but for life.

The program consists of 8 learning-filled field trips (7 Sunday trips and 1 overnight trip to Los Angeles, CA), 4 Shabbat experiences, and 5 individual sessions with each of the Bnei Mitzvah enrolled.

The Ignite experience lasts 10 months per group, and includes experiential learning, thought provoking questions, homework, friendships, and growth in many areas. It is a fun way for Bar/Bat Mitzvah students to prepare for this milestone in their lives and prepare them for a lifetime of Judaism.

Each Bar/Bat Mitzvah will be matched with their Guide (Counselor) to work with throughout the program. Their Guide will help them process everything in a way that is most suited to their strengths and interests. Students are given homework after each group trip and review it with their Guide in individual sessions. Most of the group trips will involve the Bnei Mitzvah volunteering as a group. Expect each group trip to be at least a half day trip; the final trip is 2-3 days long.

What People Say

"We had really interesting discussions and really bonded as a community. Shoshana and Dovi brought so much energy and knowledge to this program and made it a really fun experience!" — Hailey Lutz

"Elana loved every second of the Ignite program. Her connection to Judaism was reignited (no pun intended) through the awesome programming. Shoshana and Dovi know how to make learning fun and meaningful at the same time." — Amy & Gerardo Topelson

"Ignite is a fun and interactive way to learn Judaism. I highly recommend it!" — Sophie Fein