Program
Bar Mitzvah
About the program
Journey to 13, UJEB’s unique Bar Mitzvah program, is a coming-of-age experience that is contemporary and meaningful for participants.
Our 6-month program is a creative and alternative option for marking this important Jewish life milestone, which enables participants to take their place in our community as passionate and engaged young men.
The program focuses on four main themes: community & family, culture, exercise & mindfulness, and rites of passage. It includes visits from inspiring community figures and organisations, and culminates in a ceremony designed by the boys themselves.
Journey to 13 can either stand alone, or complement a more traditional synagogue Bar Mitzvah. It is open to all, and is suitable for students at non-Jewish schools. Affiliation with a synagogue is not required. The program runs annually from July to December.
The Bar-Mitzvah Program total cost is $700 plus a small additional cost for the ceremony.
Program Themes
Community & Family
Culture
Exercise & Mindfulness
Rites of Passage
Different cultures have unique ways of welcoming young men into their communities. Participants look at different coming-of-age ceremonies and then design one for their own group, to find their own special way to mark this important life event.
Bar Mitzvah Program 2024 | Information Evening
Barmi 2024 Q&A | Info Session
Attending this session will give prospective parents and participants a comprehensive understanding of the program, the opportunity to meet Shannon (virtually), and answers any specific questions.
You’ll learn about the unique activities that take place as part of the Barmi Program for 2024, get guidance on next steps in applciations, hear alumni testimonials, and learn about fee assistance options.
It’s a chance to understand the community-building aspects, and see how the program fits into your educational and personal development plans, ensuring you make an informed decision about this enriching experience.