From Taylor Swift to flag football, fencing, and LEGO: Reserve your J Camp specialty spot today

A man holds a "Welcome to J Camp" sign outside The J
Youth and Camps Director Noah Adams is excited to start his second summer at The J.

Here at The J, our camps are filled with opportunities for children to play, explore, and experience the best of summer camp in a diverse environment based on Jewish values and culture. 

J Camp, our day camp program, is open to everyone and includes indoor and outdoor activities, singing, dancing, sports, swimming (so much swimming!), field trips, and much more. Last year’s J Camp was a huge success, with 435 campers converging for a collective 1,034 weeks.

“I can’t wait to be around our camp kids again and experience all that energy,” says Youth and Camps Director Noah Adams, who is excited to start his second summer at The J.

Camp begins May 27 and runs through August 8.

What’s your specialty?

This year we’re offering more than a dozen specialty summer camps. From traditional sports like tennis and basketball to the edgier fencing (get it??), plus chess and the artistic endeavors of acting, filmmaking, and even “Brick by Brick” LEGO building — we’ve got a camp your kids are sure to love.

We’re also introducing “Girls on the Run” for the first week in June. This dynamic week-long adventure will teach self-confidence and life skills to rising 3rd–5th-grade girls through art, interactive games, and physical activity.

And did we mention our one-of-a-kind “Taylor’s Version” camp that dives into the creative world that is Taylor Swift? 

Be sure to read up on all of this year’s specialty camps:

  • Girls on the Run
  • Try Sports
  • The Knight School Chess Camp
  • Basketball
  • Creative Kids
  • Flag Football
  • Tennis
  • Fencing
  • Acting Up
  • Art Adventures
  • Art Scope
  • Brick by Brick
  • Filmmaking
  • Showstoppers
  • Tayor’s Version
  • Gross Out
Kids rollerskate on a large indoor rink with violet lighting
Rollerskating was just one of many field trips throughout the summer.

Trained staff

From organizing engaging activities to fostering a sense of community spirit, our counselors play a crucial role in making J Camp a memorable and enriching experience for every camper. Counselors are CPR certified and complete intensive training in leadership, safety, and camp programming to ensure that your child’s time at J Camp will be safe and filled with fun, laughter, and meaningful connections that extend far beyond the camp experience.


A young girl plays with a large bubble exhibit at McWane Science Center in downtown Birmingham.
McWane Science Center is another popular J Camp field trip.
A young uses kayak paddles to propel a round boat in the indoor pool
J Campers were introduced to Corcl boats for the first time last summer. They proved to be very popular and will return in 2025.