Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 9–17 · $2,085/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 9–17

Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1

Ojai, CA · $2,085/week

Camp Ramah in California offers an immersive Jewish overnight camp experience with a focus on community, personal...

▌ Editor's read Camp Ramah in California is an ACA accredited overnight camp, with its accreditation valid through 2025 as indicated by the ACA search tool. The camp has been operating for over 60 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. It is a non-profit organization, part of the National Ramah Commission. The Amitzim program, specifically for campers with special needs, boasts a 1:3 staff-to-camper ratio, as detailed on the Amitzim program page. The camp explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks on their 'Staff' page. Social media handles for Instagram (@ramahcalifornia) and Facebook (RamahCalifornia) are readily available on their website.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 196660+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 9–17

Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1966 (60 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 9–17
  • Address: 385 Fairview Rd, Ojai, CA 93023, USA
  • Phone: (310) 476-8571
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Financial assistance is available. All applications have a non-refundable application fee of $300, included in the initial deposit. After April 1, 2026, no refunds. First-time family discount: $405 for 4-week campers and $220 for 2-week ...

↗ What parents like

  • Jewish overnight camp
  • Financial assistance available
  • Special needs inclusion

↘ Watch for

  • Credit card payments incur 3% fee
  • Non-refundable application fee

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1

What ages does Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 accept?
Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 is open to children ages 9–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 cost?
Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 publishes $2,085/week for the standard session. Financial assistance is available. All applications have a non-refundable application fee of $300, included in the initial deposit. After April 1, 2026, no refunds. First-time family discount: $405 for 4-week campers and $220 for 2-week ... Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 accredited?
Yes — Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 60 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1?
Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 60 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 provide lunch?
Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Ojai?
Camp Ramah in California - Amitzim 1 is one of 12 overnight/sleepaway camps in Ojai that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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