ABOUT OUR CAMP
As part of the largest and fastest growing network of Jewish day camps in the world, Camp Gan Israel is a trend setter in Jewish camping with innovative ideas, creative programming and new activities.
The Gan Izzy staff are renowned for their dedication and love for their campers. Campers thrive in the fun, upbeat camp atmosphere, making friends, gaining confidence, and developing a positive self-image. At Camp Gan Izzy every child is viewed as a unique individual.
OUR FACILITY
Camp Gan Izzy-Sunnyvale is located at the SPHDS Campus, 1030 Astoria Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
OUR DIRECTORS
Our Camp Directors, Rabbi Yisroel and Miriam Hecht, have many years of camp and youth programming experience. With decades of camping experience, they are committed to ensure that your child has an incredible safe, fun and exciting experience.
ACTIVITIES & TRIPS
At Camp Gan Izzy, our schedule is unmatched! Our famous blend of workshops, trips, entertainers and activities combine for a summer of adventure to remember. Every day at Camp Gan Izzy is full of diverse recreational activities, including swimming (water play for those entering Kindergarten), sports, nature, art, science, special themed days & shows. Every moment is filled with fun, excitement, and rich Jewish values.
Click here to see our schedule highlights.
FOOD & DRINK
We provide campers with snacks twice a day. We ensure that everyone is well hydrated and encourage campers to drink water frequently.
Camp is peanut and tree nut free.
Please contact our staff if your child has a birthday during camp.
FAQ
1. What age children is the camp for?
Camp Gan Izzy Sunnyvale is for boys and girls entering K through 4th grade. The program is not accepting children entering TK. Our program is carefully developed to be developmentally appropriate for each age in each activity
2. My child has an appointment and will be arriving late/leaving early. How can I arrange this?
If for any reason your child will be arriving/departing at a time other than drop off/pick up, please make sure to contact us to make proper arrangements.
3. How often does my child drink water at camp each day?
Please send your child with a water bottle each day. The children will be encouraged to drink frequently, and refill their water bottles as needed.
4. How much time do the campers spend outdoors?
Weather permitting, campers will spend most of their time outdoors.
5. Must campers wear a camp t-shirt every day?
We require that all campers wear a Camp Gan Izzy t-shirt during field trips. This is an extremely important requirement. While on field trips, camp shirts distinguish our campers and staff from other visitors. Each camper will receive a t-shirt at the beginning of camp. Additional camp t-shirts can be purchased at camp.
