Shemesh Day Camp

Thrilling summer adventures for campers entering grades K-10.

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Shemesh Day Camp is More Than Just Camp

It’s the place where children of all ages grow, learn, play, and engage, together, as a community. The place where summer memories are made, and lifelong friendships are formed. The place where everyone feels at home. 

Traditional Day Camp

Shemesh Traditional Day Camp offers a warm, inclusive environment for all campers. Our enriching program includes a variety of activities and experiences, such as art, makerspace, sports, swimming, cooking, field trips, and more.

Campers build friendships with fellow campers and find mentors in our counselors while having fun and making lasting memories!

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Frequently Asked Questions

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We provide snacks twice a day and lunch only on Fridays (pizza, a side, and dessert). All food provided is kosher and nut free.

Yes, we work with Milk + Honey Café where you can purchase lunch for your camper(s) before 10am each day. Learn more and view their menu at milkandhoneyjcc.com.

No, but we have a one day 10% for members and returning families on January 20th.

Grades K-1 is a 1:6 ratio | Grades 2-4 is 1:8 ratio | Grades 5-10 is 1:10 ratio

Drop off is between 8:45-9:00am (AM Care is available starting at 7:30am for an additional charge). Pick up is between 3:45-4:00pm (PM Care is available until 5:30pm for an additional charge).

We offer four exciting all-camp field trips throughout the summer! Campers in 1st–10th grade experience their field trips together, while Kindergarten campers enjoy age-appropriate trips alongside both Shemesh Day Camp and Kochavim Camp kindergarten groups.

Kindergarten Field Trips

  • June 10: Uptown Jungle

  • June 24: OdySea Aquarium

  • July 8: Party Jungle

  • July 23: Musical Instrument Museum (MIM)

1st–10th Grade Field Trips

  • June 10: Bowling

  • June 24: Movie Outing

  • July 8: Phoenix Mercury Game at Footprint Center

  • July 23: Ninja Kidz

Shemesh Day Camp is licensed by both the American Camp Association (ACA) and the Department of Health. ACA is an additional license assuring families that the camp(s) has made the commitment to a safe and nurturing environment for their children. ACA standards are recognized by the courts of law and government regulators as the standards of the camp community. 

Yes! We strongly encourage you to register your camper before April 15.  We often sell out and putting your deposit down per session saves your spot for your camper(s).

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ACA Accredited

Shemesh Day Camp maintains ACA accreditation through annual compliance statements, an Annual Accreditation Report, and a peer review every 3-5 years.

  • Safety First: All Youth Staff undergo background checks, fingerprint clearance, and are certified in CPR, First Aid, and Stop the Bleed. Ongoing training ensures top-quality care.
  • Licensed Excellence: Accredited by the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS).
  • Security: High-rated security measures ensure camper safety at all times.

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