Our Programs

Garin Tzabar is a unique program, founded in 1991 and run by Tzofim Tzabar Olami, with the support of the Ministry of Immigrant Absorption, The Prime Minister of Israel's office, The Social Security Department, The Jewish Agency For Israel and Masa Israel Journey. Garin Tzabar members are Jewish Americans and children of Israelis living in the Diaspora who choose to move to Israel and serve in the IDF. Upon their arrival in Israel, the group is adopted by the Israel Scouts and placed in a hosting kibbutz, whichquickly becomes their home away from home throughout the duration of their army service. Garin Tzabar creates a group framework of guidance and support for young Jews and Israelis living abroad who choose to return to Israel or make Aliyah for the first time in order to serve a full and meaningful service in the IDF. This is done by a mental and emotional preparation process that starts in the countries of origin and continues with their arrival to Israel and their absorption into the Kibbutzim, Israeli society and through the processes of military pretrial recruitment. The core of the program is carried out during their military service where they continue to live as a group and receive from the group constant guidance and support. 
www.garintzabar.org
 Garin Tzabar main office in NY –
•  garininfo@israelscouts.org / Garin@israelscouts.org
•  (p): +1.212.339.8130 X304/5  )  Garin Tzabar main office in Europe:​garineu@israelscouts.org
 or@israelscouts.org
Phone: +44-(0)2083715285

Israel’s City that Never Sleeps is a vibrant location with a fascinating culture, stunning beaches, beautiful sunsets, and a lively nightlife.ֲ Boasting hip eateries, a vibrant arts scene, and a booming nightlife, this laid-back beach town might make you feel like your interning in paradise but Tel Aviv's appeal is more than just superficial. This sophisticated, global city offers an abundance of history and culture, and is rapidly becoming a major player in the contemporary art scene. With world-class museums, theaters, galleries, and orchestras, Tel Aviv is a strong choice for culture lovers. Tel Aviv-Yafo is home to an ethnically diverse community, housing subgroups including secular and religious Jews, Arabs, foreign workers, and asylum seekers.ֲ  The city hosts many of the country most popular concerts, festivals, sports competitions, and holiday celebrations. Youl have no trouble finding fun things to do in this city, making lifelong friends from Israel and abroad along the way!

The city where past and present meet. Established over 3,000 years ago, the city of Jerusalem offers you the chance to literally reach out and touch the past. Known as the city of gold, Jerusalem is a magical mix of ancient and modern, where outdoor shuks (markets) rub shoulders with gleaming office towers. The city's most popular spots include a vibrant downtown with world-class restaurants and shopping, and the Old City, a maze of winding alleyways and colorful markets enclosed by walls dating back to the 16th century.

Hevruta Gap-Year Program invites Israelis and North Americans to establish a joint community founded on discourse and values in the heart of Jerusalem. The program is open to young men and women from all over Israel and North America, from religious and secular backgrounds, who represent a variety of worldviews. Hevruta’s goal is to demonstrate how a community that celebrates learning and social engagement can promote tolerant dialogue in the Jewish world by generating a positive identity discourse based on shared aims and beliefs.

Hevruta operates according to three guiding principles – learning, social engagement, and community life. Graduates of the program acquire skills that support leadership, meaningful discourse and social engagement, which will go on to serve them as they address some of the most significant challenges facing the Jewish People today – whether in the context of their military service, higher education, or professional life.

Learning at Hevruta includes both classic and modern Jewish texts that introduce participants to the diversity and richness of Jewish tradition and intellectual history. Learning serves as a point of departure for participants to explore beyond the gates of the Hartman Institute, as they blend into Jerusalem’s unique fabric and volunteer with civil society organizations and social movements to contribute to their society and local community.

Hevruta is based in Jerusalem and the city plays a key role in the program. Our location affords participants access to the heart of Jewish history, exposing them to the many complexities – including religious, socioeconomic and intellectual diversity – that characterize Jerusalem. Jerusalem also serves as a laboratory in which the essential challenges facing the Jewish people as a society and as a nation can be closely examined.

The city where past and present meet. Established over 3,000 years ago, the city of Jerusalem offers you the chance to literally reach out and touch the past. Known as the city of gold, Jerusalem is a magical mix of ancient and modern, where outdoor shuks (markets) rub shoulders with gleaming office towers. The city's most popular spots include a vibrant downtown with world-class restaurants and shopping, and the Old City, a maze of winding alleyways and colorful markets enclosed by walls dating back to the 16th century.

The city where past and present meet. Established over 3,000 years ago, the city of Jerusalem offers you the chance to literally reach out and touch the past. Known as the city of gold, Jerusalem is a magical mix of ancient and modern, where outdoor shuks (markets) rub shoulders with gleaming office towers. The city's most popular spots include a vibrant downtown with world-class restaurants and shopping, and the Old City, a maze of winding alleyways and colorful markets enclosed by walls dating back to the 16th century.

Nativ is a challenging academic year program dedicated to creating and inspiring the Conservative Jewish leaders of tomorrow. Nativ, which means “path” in Hebrew, provides its participants with a unique opportunity to explore new directions on the journey to becoming a Jewish adult. From September to May, Nativ participants are immersed in the rich and diverse society of Israel, exploring the land and enjoying a fulfilling Conservative Jewish lifestyle. The program includes academic university classes, intensive Hebrew classes and innovative leadership training. Nativ enables recent high school graduates to earn college credits for their studies while living in a classroom without walls.

A year of true exploration, Nativ provides the freedom for personal discovery as well as the security of a carefully structured program. This unforgettable experience is created through an intricate balance between academics and volunteer work, learning and teaching, personal challenge and community living. Participants on Nativ return from the year with a stronger attachment to the land of Israel as well as a deeper passion for Judaism, enthusiastic to share with their North American communities what they have learned.

The city where past and present meet. Established over 3,000 years ago, the city of Jerusalem offers you the chance to literally reach out and touch the past. Known as the city of gold, Jerusalem is a magical mix of ancient and modern, where outdoor shuks (markets) rub shoulders with gleaming office towers. The city's most popular spots include a vibrant downtown with world-class restaurants and shopping, and the Old City, a maze of winding alleyways and colorful markets enclosed by walls dating back to the 16th century.

Our Mission 
1. Unite Jews and Israelis from around the world
2. Volunteer in the local community
3. Explore the land of Israel
4. Gain leadership skills
5. Increase physical endurance and train for the army

Aardvark Israel's unique high-tech program, provides its students with a professional coding course while getting hands-on experience through interning at Israeli Start-Ups. The students live in local apartments with other students from all around the world, in Aardvark Israel's gap year. They will get to travel the country on a weekly basis, live independently, go out and build strong, long-lasting relationships. The program's graduates will gain professional and personal development which will prepare them for their next chapter in life as young-adults.

International Phone Numbers: USA (+1) 646-844-7784 UK (+44) 20-3695-2955 Australia (+61) 1800-220-906 Mexico (+52) 55-4161-8811 Israel 052-429-3681

The city where past and present meet. Established over 3,000 years ago, the city of Jerusalem offers you the chance to literally reach out and touch the past. Known as the city of gold, Jerusalem is a magical mix of ancient and modern, where outdoor shuks (markets) rub shoulders with gleaming office towers. The city's most popular spots include a vibrant downtown with world-class restaurants and shopping, and the Old City, a maze of winding alleyways and colorful markets enclosed by walls dating back to the 16th century.

Feel and live as a professional football player. Open for both boys and girls

The Israel Football Experience is a 7 month program where you can feel what it is like to live as a professional football player. The program is for young adults, boys, and girls, ages 18-26. Through 8+ hours of activities per day, we will provide you with intensive daily training, basic Hebrew Ulpan, motivational talks with high-performance athletes, and volunteer work in sports organizations. You will compete in official Israel soccer tournaments (Gimel ג & Artzit), train in high-standard football venues, receive a Technical Assistant Coach Course certification with Wingate, visit famous and prestigious football stadiums, and meet & greet young athletes from the most reputable football teams. Our goal is to provide you with the best football training to reach your maximum potential and become professional. Scouts will also be watching, so make sure to “bring your A-game.” The participant's home base will be in VIP apartments in the heart of Tel Aviv. 

The program runs from September to April.

Israel’s City that Never Sleeps is a vibrant location with a fascinating culture, stunning beaches, beautiful sunsets, and a lively nightlife.ֲ Boasting hip eateries, a vibrant arts scene, and a booming nightlife, this laid-back beach town might make you feel like your interning in paradise but Tel Aviv's appeal is more than just superficial. This sophisticated, global city offers an abundance of history and culture, and is rapidly becoming a major player in the contemporary art scene. With world-class museums, theaters, galleries, and orchestras, Tel Aviv is a strong choice for culture lovers. Tel Aviv-Yafo is home to an ethnically diverse community, housing subgroups including secular and religious Jews, Arabs, foreign workers, and asylum seekers.ֲ  The city hosts many of the country most popular concerts, festivals, sports competitions, and holiday celebrations. Youl have no trouble finding fun things to do in this city, making lifelong friends from Israel and abroad along the way!

IBC is a gap year program which provides a great balance of education, meaning, challenges and fun. After 17 years and functioning under the umbrella of Tlalim, IBC have expertise in operating effective and special programs. Participants are exposed to a range of learning opportunities, tours, hikes, experiences and more in order to feel Israel from an Israeli lens, simultaneously engaging in a process of personal growth and Jewish identity.

The program structure is dynamic and comfortable, giving participants the smoothest platform to get to know different areas of the country while working on their personal growth, group cohesion and their professional development. For a unique program and unrivalled experience, this is the program for you.

In the first 5 months, living locations include Jerusalem and independent leaving.

In the independent leaving part, participants are given a monthly stipend to budget, shop and cook for themselves, as well as facilities to live independently.

Eliezer Vider

Director of English speaking Masa Tlalim programs

eliezerv@authenticisrael.com

+972523003532

The city where past and present meet. Established over 3,000 years ago, the city of Jerusalem offers you the chance to literally reach out and touch the past. Known as the city of gold, Jerusalem is a magical mix of ancient and modern, where outdoor shuks (markets) rub shoulders with gleaming office towers. The city's most popular spots include a vibrant downtown with world-class restaurants and shopping, and the Old City, a maze of winding alleyways and colorful markets enclosed by walls dating back to the 16th century.