Specialty Programs

Here at Ramah Boston we offer many ways to personalize your camp experience. From the chuggim (electives) you pick to the food you eat, camp is really yours to make what you want. In addition to our stellar & fun regular program, we offer specialty programs that are a “camp within a camp”.

 

Etgar (Adventure) Camp – Week 3 – Ages 9-12

Our Etgar (Adventure) camp, created for campers ages 9-12, is an opportunity to get out of our regular schedule and go on daily adventures. Based mostly out of our Waltham campus, campers will experience horseback riding, canoeing, hiking, and more (activities are subject to change). Additionally, participants will get to camp out at Ramah Palmer for one night, building a fire, pitching tents, and camping outside. In 2026, Etgar will run week 3, with a limit of 20 campers. Etgar costs $1075 for the week.

 

 

Basketball Intensive – Week 5 – Grade 2+

Get ready to dribble, shoot, and score at the Ramah Boston Basketball Intensive! Open to campers currently in grade 2 and above, this exciting program is perfect for anyone who loves the game—or wants to take their skills to the next level. Led by experienced coaches, each day includes two high-energy sessions (60–90 minutes each) filled with skill-building drills, teamwork challenges, and friendly competition. Players will focus on improving fundamentals like dribbling, passing, shooting, defense, and court awareness—all while building confidence, sportsmanship, and a love for the game. Whether your camper is a beginner or a seasoned player, everyone will grow, have fun, and feel part of a supportive team environment. In 2026, our Basketball Intensive will run Week 5 (July 20-24) and cost $1050 for the week.

 

LegoCamp – Weeks 2 & 6 – Ages 5-7

Calling all Lego masters! Get ready for an exciting weekly building challenge — from skyscrapers to zoos, bridges to airports, and everything in between! Our Right Brain Curriculum instructors will teach you the fascinating history behind each structure: how airports graduated from landing strips to vast travel networks or how aeroelasticity explains why the Tacoma bridge nicknamed “Galloping Gertie” collapsed.

With an enormous assortment of Legos at your disposal, you’ll bring your creative visions to life. Showcase your stunning models as we photograph and document your masterpieces! Learning and Legos: Now that’s an adventure!

Minecraft Camp – Week 2 – Ages 8+

The ultimate Minecraft city experience! Become a part of our Minecraft community and help us create a spectacular city for future residents. Build, budget, and furnish your dream home, launch a marketing campaign for your own business, and shape the city’s future as a council member—your vote truly matters! Guided by our expert Right Brain Curriculum teachers, you’ll discover how math, economics, and community-building drive urban success, all while having a blast in our Minecraft

world! Don’t miss out—sign up today and start building the future! Our Minecraft camp will run Week 2 (June 29-July 2) and cost $1050 for the week.

 

Teen Beit Midrash – Week 5 – Grades 5+

For our older campers (entering grades 5+), we are partnering with Boston’s Teen Beit Midrash to offer a text-based learning intensive. Our Teen Beit Midrash program will learn with scholars from Hebrew College and discuss issues of modern morality: Do we have to forgive really bad people like Hitler? What is the right price to pay to redeem hostages? How do we choose one life over another in medical situations? How do we balance our pride with other people’s honor? Our Teen Beit Midrash will run Week 5 (July 20-24) and cost $1050 for the week.

 

 

Expert Architects – Week 6 – Ages 8+

The Sky’s the Limit! Form your architectural firm and start imagining the skyscraper of your dreams. Our expert Right Brain Curriculum instructors will guide you

 along the way—from the mathematical calculations every good architect must make to the history of how the elevator revolutionized Manhattan. Create a stunning blueprint that considers sustainability, transportation, and green spaces. Then bring your vision to life with a Lego mo

del! Present your architectural masterpiece to your peers and showcase why your tower will be the defining structure of the 21st century! Our Expert Architects will run Week 6 (July 27 – July 31) and cost $1050 for the week. 

 

MaKoR (Madrichim K’Tanim b’Ramah) – all summer – rising 8th & 9th graders

Our MaKoR (Madrichim K’tanim b’Ramah) program is a counselor-in-training program for rising 8th & 9th graders who want to learn how to work with children. MaKoR participants’ day is broken into three blocks – leadership training, experiencing camp as a camper (and participating in activities), and hands-on learning, assisting in a bunk with young children.

 

 

Sha’ar (Hebrew Immersion)

Sha’ar is our full-day Hebrew immersion program, designed to help campers build confidence and fluency in spoken Hebrew. Throughout the day, campers are surrounded by Hebrew through conversations, activities, songs, and

games, strengthening both their speaking skills and comprehension.

Sha’ar campers follow a daily schedule comparable to the rest of their Edah (age group), ensuring they enjoy the full camp experience while deepening their connection to the Hebrew language. Whether your child is continuing their Hebrew learning or learning the language for the first time, Sha’ar provides a supportive, immersive environment that nurtures Hebrew skills and lasting confidence.

The Sha’ar program is available for an additional $50 per week, in addition to regular tuition.

 

Tikvah (Inclusion Programs)

Our Tikvah program (inclusion) program is designed for campers who can thrive at camp with thoughtful, proactive supports built into the camp experience. Tikvah campers are fully part of our regular camp program and benefit from pre-determined accommodations that are planned in partnership with families before the summer begins.

At its heart, Tikvah is about belonging, growth, and meaningful participation, creating a camp environment where campers are supported, challenged, and celebrated as part of our community.

Campers in Tikvah should be able to participate in the daily group schedule and navigate camp routines with consistency and structure. While Tikvah campers do not typically require one-on-one support throughout the day, each summer we are able to accommodate a few campers who need a dedicated aide. If you think Tikvah might be the right fit for your child, or if you’re unsure and want to talk it through, we encourage you to reach out to us to start the conversation.

 

Our Voc-Ed program is a vocational training and socialization program for young adults. Through close communication with participants’ parents and year-round support professionals, we develop a summer program individualized to each participant’s needs, focusing on goals in the areas of social skills and job skills.