About This Program
What to expect
At the beginning of the program, you will have a swim test to measure your swimming capabilities. Each week, you will participate in a water rescue course where you will learn skills like surf rescue, emergency response and first aid in addition to gaining hands-on experience. Not only will you obtain the skills needed for water rescue but you will also learn the fundamentals of either surfing or paddle boarding. At the end of the course, you will receive a certificate of mastery of water rescue skills that will be recognized in the U.S. and in Israel.
Progam Cost
$499
In addition, participants will be required to submit a $400 security deposit. Deposits will be refunded at the end of the program pending good standing.
The program cost includes housing, educational programming, program staff, basic medical insurance, and ground transportation within the city of residence.
Participants are responsible for the cost of flights, food, and phone coverage. To learn about this and other Birthright Israel Onward program details, please visit our FAQ.
*Participants are encouraged to purchase flights with a good refund policy or flight insurance. Birthright Israel Onward is not responsible for the cost of flights should the program be cancelled. Note, participants will be given their expected address approximately two weeks before the program begins, if not earlier.
*Scholarships to help offset the program cost may be available for those who need additional assistance and meet Onward’s eligibility criteria. For more information, contact Birthright Israel Onward or your local partner professional.
Accomodations
Apartment, hostel, or dorm-style housing in Tel-Aviv.
The number of participants to an apartment or room is dependent on the size of the accommodations and number of participants on the program. Though Birthright Israel Onward housing can vary from program to program, all housing units meet Birthright Israel Onward standards. To learn more about this and other Birthright Israel Onward housing details, please visit our housing FAQ.
Eligibility
- Participants MUST be available to participate for the entire length of the program.
- Identify as Jewish- please refer to our FAQ for more information.
- Applicants must NOT have spent 3 or more consecutive months in Israel after high school, or participated in a Birthright Israel Onward program or any other mid-term or long-term educational program in Israel.
- Fluent in English.
- Have a valid Passport for at least 6 months after the program end date.