Camp Wise LA
Stephen Wise Temple and Wise School, 15500 Stephen S Wise Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90077
About
Camp Wise LA is a Jewish summer day camp. Campers take part in swimming, art, sports, cooking, gaga, science, martial arts, yoga, music, and offsite field trips, along with other activities.
Programs
- Camp Wise LA — Kindergarten through Grade 8 · Summer · Fun and active Jewish summer day camp; activities include swimming, art, sports, cooking, gaga, science, martial arts, yoga, music, offsite field trips, and more.
- Leadership opportunities for high schoolers and beyond — High Schoolers and beyond · Summer · Leadership opportunities mentioned on the camp page.
- Year-round camp programs — K-12 grade · Year-round · Year-round camp programs for K-12 grade are mentioned.
At a glance
- Ages: 5–14 years old
- General schedule: 30-45 minute rotations across different activities; some weeks offer special events like Carnivals and Color Wars. Daily schedule includes morning circle, morning activities or field trip, snack, special activities, lunch, afternoon activities, team building, swimming and water play, special guest, closing time, and pick up. Extended care is Monday-Thursday until 4:30 p.m. and Friday until 4:00 p.m.
About the provider
Camp Wise LA serves campers from Kindergarten through Grade 8 during the summer, and it also mentions leadership opportunities for high schoolers and beyond. The leadership team includes Tatiana Soofer, Rabbi Yael Farber, Gigi Sarmiento, Orlee Raymond, Shireen Arami, and Sha-nikka Pinn. Camp Wise LA is entering its 4th summer of the Yedid Nefesh Initiative through the Foundation for Jewish Camp.
Campers enter Kindergarten through Grade 8. Extended care campers stay for extra snack and fun. Staff Week: June 14-June 20. Summer: June 22-August 7. Camp Wise Employment Applications Open February 25. Camp Wise LA is part of the Center for Youth Engagement at Stephen Wise Temple in Los Angeles.
What families say
“We have finally found a way to bridge the gap, bring in rising 9th graders, and give them a taste of our volunteer CIT program by creating our new JCIT position! Though there are limited spaces (3 per session!), we hope all our returning campers or new prospects will be interested in joining us this summer!” — Tati, Director of Camp
“Camp Wise is an environment where everyone is encouraged to be their authentic self. From creating group cheers to weekly field trips, the wide variety of activities offered at Wise allows campers and staff the opportunity to step out of their comfort zone with support from their friends and counselors.” — Yasmin A., Assistant Director
“I love how the staff know our kids, even if they’re in different groups! They get the same community feel of sleepaway camp within the comfort of a day camp!” — Sari L., Camp Parent
Last updated September 15, 2026.
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