Jewish Learning Options

Learning Options for Adults

No matter what a person’s schedule, level of knowledge or area of interest, Oorah has a learning program that fits. Our wide and broad spectrum of volunteer learning partners offers the opportunity for adults to delve into any area of Jewish interest that appeals to them, from history to Hebrew, and everything in between.

On-line resources, published materials and a telephone hotline connect visitors to knowledgeable rabbis and teachers for a relevant, informative and personal approach to Judaism’s timeless wisdom.

TorahMates

Stress-free, cost-free and yet priceless, Torah Mates has connected hundreds of Jewish men and women with volunteer telephone learning partners to explore Judaism. Torah Mates coordinators match up participants with a volunteer who is compatible in terms of personality and interests. Coordinators follow up, helping to keep the partnership on track.

Some Torah Mates partners start with beginners’ Hebrew classes so that they can and learn the language of our prayers and sacred texts. Others choose to delve into the classics of Jewish thought. And hundreds of partners have found not only invaluable sources of wisdom in their Torah Mates learning, but an invaluable new friend as well.

Family involvement in Torah learning fosters their children's growth.
Performing a mitzvah has the power to open a person to Torah.

Outreach Material

Every Jewish holiday has its history and meaning, its customs and of course, it’s recipes! Oorah makes sure the whole extended “family” fully enjoys every stop along the Jewish year with informative holiday guides and thought-provoking CDs full of insight and inspiration.

Family involvement in Torah learning fosters their children's growth.
Performing a mitzvah has the power to open a person to Torah.

Learning Options for Kids

Chill Zone

With dozens of locations across the country, ChillZone groups meet weekly for learning, raffles and fun with our devoted staff. Learn one-on-one or in a group and then enjoy fresh, hot pizza and cool activities. Whether it’s sports, dancing, baking or crafts, every ChillZone group has an exciting program planned. With groups for boys and girls for ages 8-18, there’s something for everyone at ChillZone.

Family involvement in Torah learning fosters their children's growth.
Performing a mitzvah has the power to open a person to Torah.

Holy Items & Judaica

Ritual items from menorahs to mezuzahs, as well as prayer books, learning materials and more are provided to encourage families growing in their Jewish observance.

Oorah's families speak...

"My Torah Mate and I also went on the trip that we will always remember as a highlight of our lives! Thank you for all you have given our family" Donald Fremerman

I adore my partner

It has been several years now and I adore my partner and have concern for her entire family's health and welfare. Learning Torah and about being Jewish is more important to me than I ever realized.

Lisa Gartman

I have gained so much from my Torah Mate

I have gained so much from my Torah Mate – I feel intellectually and spiritually challenged when I learn with him. My Torah Mate and I also recently went on the trip that we will always remember as a highlight of our lives! Thank you for all you have given our family.

Donald Fremerman

I love Yiddishkeit

Oorah gives me a boost of energy and reminds me how much I love Yiddishkeit. I love to learn with my Torah Mates and shmooze on the phone with my friends from GirlZone!

Jodi Miller

My husband and I met wonderful friends

Both my husband and I met wonderful friends and Torah Mates through the Torah Mates program. We have been learning many wonderful and important things with them, and that knowledge has greatly influenced our lives.

Renata Shoimer