Camps
Summer Day Camps
J-Day Camps offers an experience for all kids in kindergarten through 8th grade. At Anisfield Day Camp, our youngest campers are treated to an active, nurturing and fun-filled experience with art, sports, swimming, makerspace, music, dance, drama and more. Campers in grades 2-6 spend their days at our beautiful, wooded property in Burton for Camp 360 – a taste of everything – or specialties including athletics, creative arts, horseback riding, gymnastics and more. The Francine & Benson Pilloff Family Performing Arts Camp is a place for campers in K-8 with all experience levels to stretch their imagination, find their voice, gain confidence on and off the stage, and learn about creative movement, costume design, improve, music and more.
Jewish Overnight Camp
Camp Wise is the only Jewish summer overnight camp in Ohio and welcomes hundreds of campers ages 6 to 17 each summer. Located on 325 acres in Chardon, Camp Wise provides campers and staff with opportunities to disconnect with the day-to-day demands and connect with new people, new opportunities and a feeling of accomplishment. A summer at Camp Wise is filled with kayaking and jet skiing on our private?lake; challenging yourself on the ropes course and rock climbing wall; gaining confidence at performing arts, dance and theatre programs; trying new things such as horseback riding, archery, podcasting and a variety of sports. Campers get a vibrant and enriching experience supported by Jewish values.
School’s Out Vacation Camps
When school is out, The J is in. During our holiday, vacation and professional development day programs, youth will have active days complete with arts and crafts, sports, games and even a few special surprises.
Camps, K-12
07/07/2025 - 07/28/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/11/2025 - 07/06/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
07/10/2025 - 08/04/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/16/2025 - 07/16/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/11/2025 - 07/06/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
07/10/2025 - 08/04/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/11/2025 - 07/06/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
07/10/2025 - 08/04/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/11/2025 - 06/22/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/23/2025 - 07/06/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
07/22/2025 - 08/04/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
07/10/2025 - 07/21/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/06/2025 - 07/28/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/11/2025 - 07/06/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
07/10/2025 - 08/04/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
06/06/2025 - 08/04/2025
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camp Wise is an overnight experience for kids in grades 2-12 in Chardon, Ohio. It's a place where every camper can be themselves, learn new things and be accepted.
Camps, K-12
09/27/2024 - 09/28/2024
An activity-filled overnight at Camp Wise for those who want a taste of Camp Wise and existing campers.
A fun-filled overnight at Camp Wise for kids currently in grades 2, 3 and 4. Whether you're an existing camper or interested in experiencing a taste of camp, this weekend is guaranteed to be filled with friends, camp activities and Camp Wise-style Shabbat programming. Kids will stay in our Chalutzim village cabins and keep busy with the ropes course, arts and crafts, outdoor cooking, STEM-related activities and a spirit circle. Parent drop-off on Friday is at Camp Wise and the weekend will conclude with pick-up and Havdalah program at Mandel JCC's Beachwood Campus.
Camps, K-12
09/29/2024 - 09/29/2024
It's not too early to think about Summer 2025. Take a tour of Camp Wise, including cabins, ropes course and mo
Are you thinking about registering for Camp Wise Summer 2025 or have recently registered? Come to Chardon for an opportunity to tour the camp and meet our staff. Enjoy hiking our wooded property as we take you to look at the cabins, admire the ropes course, and imagine our lake and pool active with campers.
Early Childhood, Jewish Life, K-12
09/19/2024 - 09/19/2024
A family challah-making program with a hands-on community service project.
Come to The J after school to make your own challah and participate in a hands-on community service (Chessed) project. Give back to the community and help prepare for shabbat. For children ages 2-10 and their caregivers.
Early Childhood, Jewish Life, K-12
09/29/2024 - 09/29/2024
A free family Rosh Hashanah celebration.
Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with The J! Taste symbolic Rosh Hashanah foods, make your own honey jar, enjoy birthday cake to celebrate the birthday of the world and hear a Rosh Hashanah story. For families with children ages birth to 8 years old.
K-12
08/26/2024 - 06/13/2025
Wind down after school with activities, homework help and friends.
Kids ages K-6 enjoy a variety of activities including basketball and tag in The J's gymnasium, playing games with friends, or creating art projects. It's the perfect place to wind down from the school day, get homework help, and get recharged for family time.
Early Childhood, Jewish Life, K-12
10/21/2024 - 10/21/2024
A fun family Sukkot celebration with pizza and activities.
Celebrate Sukkot in The J’s sukkah during this family event. Enjoy kosher pizza, crafts and some Sukkot stories. For families with children ages birth to 8 years old.
K-12, Arts and Ideas
09/29/2024 - 01/12/2025
A theatre program for grades K-2. Explore performing arts fundamentals and present a showcase event.
This class-meets-rehearsal model is a perfect introduction to the arts or a great fit for a more seasoned young performer. Explore performing arts fundamentals through improv, enjoying creative movement, learning the ins and outs of storytelling and playing a character. Students will rehearse for a showcase featuring musical numbers and speaking lines for each participant.
K-12, Arts and Ideas
09/19/2024 - 02/10/2025
Audition for Playmakers' Fall/Winter production of Disney's High School Musical on September 19 from 5:30-8:30 pm at The J.
Audition for Playmakers' Fall/Winter production of Disney's High School Musical on September 19 from 5:30-8:30 pm at The J. This smash-hit, based on the beloved Disney Channel Original movie, celebrates teamwork and individuality. High School Musical tells the story of brainiac Gabriella and basketball star Troy who take the stage by storm when they audition for their high school's musical. This fun-filled show will have you dancing in the aisles!
Aquatics, K-12
09/16/2024 - 10/21/2024
An introduction to water skills that help children ages 6-12 feel comfortable in the water.
Children ages 6-12 receive lessons based on a logical, level progression that helps swimmers develop water safety, survival and swimming skills. The class is designed to give participants a positive learning experience while working on strokes, floating and basic water skills.
Aquatics, K-12
09/16/2024 - 10/21/2024
Level 2 swim lessons build upon introductory water skills to help children ages 6-12 succeed with fundamental aquatic skills and strokes.
Children ages 6-12 receive lessons based on a logical, level progression that helps swimmers develop water safety, survival and swimming skills. The class is designed to give participants a positive learning experience while working on fundamental aquatic skills including front crawl and backstrokes, floating and basic water skills.
Aquatics, K-12
09/16/2024 - 10/21/2024
Level 3 swim lessons build upon Level 2 lessons to help children ages 6-12 with stroke development.
Children ages 6-12 receive lessons based on a logical, level progression that helps swimmers develop water safety, survival and swimming skills. Stroke development builds on the skills learned in Level 2 through additional guided practice in deeper water working on rhythmic breathing and adding new strokes after refining front crawl and backstroke.
Camps Leadership
Jill Sadowsky
Sr. Director of Camping and Youth Services
216-593-6258
Aubree Lieberman
Director of Day Camps and Youth Services
216-593-6236
Dan Utley
Director of Camp Wise
216-593-6228
Adrionna Powell Lawrence
Assistant Director of J-Day Camps
216-593-6222
Ezra Suldan
Assist Director of Camp Wise
216-593-6250
Rebecca Copeland
Assistant Director of Camp Wise
216-593-6293