This new Program is a study and leisure program intended for adults from all over the world, wishing to learn Hebrew and become acquainted with the Israel’s and kibbutz culture and way of life. This program is focused on the unique experience of living in a Kibbutz located in the heart of the Negev Desert (Mashabei Sadeh).

Studies are full-time (30 lessons a week), permitting 4long free week-ends (from Thursday night or Friday morning). Other week-ends are free from Friday noon. 9 trips (including one three days trip in the north), 4 artistic workshops, and 6 meetings or conferences complete this rich culture program. To get acquaintance with kibbutz way of life, we added, half day volunteering a week with kibbutz's members.

Next courses:  -30 of March until the 25 of May 2008.

                          -29 of June until the 24 of August 2008.

Cost of the program -

2500us$, includes full board accommodation, studies, 9 trips, lectures, meeting, and free interne   etc… According to internal kibbutz rules, free access to swimming pool, kibbutz activities, sport areas, library, kibbutz-club, and pub.

Not included in price – flight, personal insurance, travel to and from kibbutz, visa expenses and personal expenses.

Important remark –

Examination will determine applicant's level of knowledge in Hebrew.

We always start studies at A level (beginners)

All participants are required to have a comprehensive health insurance. If you do not already have a health insurance policy, you will be able to purchase it from us for the price of 90$us.

If you are interested, please fill the attached application form and send it back to us. The places are limited, so please send us the form as soon as possible.

Kibbutz Program Center

6 Frishman str. Tel Aviv 61030

Tel -972-3-524154/6

Fax -972-3-5239966

kpc@volunteers.co.il