What is the Sports Bonanza?
The Sports Bonanza is a weekly program for nine weeks, open to grades Kindergarten through 5th grade, that has been run for over 17 years by Rabbi Drebin and Rabbi Ross. The boys are divided into age-appropriate groups and, with strong supervision, play and practice a variety of sports each week.
How do I sign up?
You can click here.
How many sessions are there?
The second session's dates are December 12, 26; January 2, 9, 16, 30; February 6, 13, 20. If we need to cancel a week, the makeup week will be February 27th
Is this just playing ball?
Certainly not! The sports counselors, together with Rabbi Drebin, Rabbi Gewirtz, and Rabbi Ross, help the boys develop proper techniques and fundamentals. We begin by discussing what skills we’re focusing on, then we practice together, and finally we play.
Is there anything new for the second session?
Yes! We'll start focusing on Hockey and Soccer, along with other fun sports. We're also working on healthy eating, and recess practicing!
What if my son does not like sports?
Let's face it, most kids who don’t like sports are just not as good at it. With some motivation and practice, they can begin to enjoy most games quite a bit. Keep in mind that if your son is vehemently opposed to attending, he will likely not gain much.
What if my son excels at sports?
This is an excellent way to give your son stronger fundamentals. We also work on sportsmanship and learning how to set up games (This frequently solves the “I’m bored” problem.)
Where do the boys play?
We use the gym, the playground areas, and all of the blacktop and grass fields.
Can I pay extra to have my son work one-on-one with a sports counselor?
Certainly! This will give him some extra skills and ensure he receives a medal at the end! Please add the "One on One" option during checkout. VERY LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!
Is there a trial period?
Regretfully, we cannot offer a trial period. We tend to close out quickly, and need to hire counselors based on the number of boys signed up. Additionally, when boys join and leave, it significantly disrupts the program's organization.
Can I cancel my registration?
Unfortunately, the program's structure makes canceling a significant issue for us. Every time we send the lists to the counselors, the canceled names reappear every week. In other words, please don't cancel once you register, as it'll cause us a pretty big headache. We also don't receive a refund of the fees from the website or the Credit Card. There are no refunds, but if necessary, we might be able to give a partial credit.
What if there is bad weather or the school is closed?
In the event of inclement weather, you will receive an email from Sports Bonanza and Mrs. Weinberg with updates.
What time does the Bonanza start and finish?
The preschool boys start right after Yeshiva on Friday and are walked together to the gym at around 12:15. Their program ends promptly at 1:20, although if they have an older brother in any bonanza, they can stay until he is dismissed. The first- and second-grade boys start after Yeshiva (approximately 12:45) and finish at 1:45. The oldest boys end at 1:55.
Which boys are counselors in this program?
We accept boys from 6th to 8th grade as counselors, and they are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. We are no longer accepting staff registrations, although you can always email us to inquire about open slots. These counselors are trained and take their job very seriously. Boys can apply via the staff page; the cost will be anywhere from $100 to $150 per counselor. We do pay them (in cash this year), and the amount they receive is based on their grade level, job performance, and ratings from both the kids and parents.
Are there any scholarships available?
That really depends on how many people sponsor. We understand that it's challenging for some families, so if you could help out by sponsoring during checkout, it would be greatly appreciated. The cost per child is $250 for sponsorship. If you need to request a scholarship, please use the contact form. We cannot guarantee scholarships as they're based on applicants.
I have additional questions.
We would love to help. Please click here for any questions, or email us at [email protected]. Please do not reach out to the Yeshiva of South Shore with Sports questions, as that will only delay the response time.
The Sports Bonanza is a weekly program for nine weeks, open to grades Kindergarten through 5th grade, that has been run for over 17 years by Rabbi Drebin and Rabbi Ross. The boys are divided into age-appropriate groups and, with strong supervision, play and practice a variety of sports each week.
How do I sign up?
You can click here.
How many sessions are there?
The second session's dates are December 12, 26; January 2, 9, 16, 30; February 6, 13, 20. If we need to cancel a week, the makeup week will be February 27th
Is this just playing ball?
Certainly not! The sports counselors, together with Rabbi Drebin, Rabbi Gewirtz, and Rabbi Ross, help the boys develop proper techniques and fundamentals. We begin by discussing what skills we’re focusing on, then we practice together, and finally we play.
Is there anything new for the second session?
Yes! We'll start focusing on Hockey and Soccer, along with other fun sports. We're also working on healthy eating, and recess practicing!
What if my son does not like sports?
Let's face it, most kids who don’t like sports are just not as good at it. With some motivation and practice, they can begin to enjoy most games quite a bit. Keep in mind that if your son is vehemently opposed to attending, he will likely not gain much.
What if my son excels at sports?
This is an excellent way to give your son stronger fundamentals. We also work on sportsmanship and learning how to set up games (This frequently solves the “I’m bored” problem.)
Where do the boys play?
We use the gym, the playground areas, and all of the blacktop and grass fields.
Can I pay extra to have my son work one-on-one with a sports counselor?
Certainly! This will give him some extra skills and ensure he receives a medal at the end! Please add the "One on One" option during checkout. VERY LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE!
Is there a trial period?
Regretfully, we cannot offer a trial period. We tend to close out quickly, and need to hire counselors based on the number of boys signed up. Additionally, when boys join and leave, it significantly disrupts the program's organization.
Can I cancel my registration?
Unfortunately, the program's structure makes canceling a significant issue for us. Every time we send the lists to the counselors, the canceled names reappear every week. In other words, please don't cancel once you register, as it'll cause us a pretty big headache. We also don't receive a refund of the fees from the website or the Credit Card. There are no refunds, but if necessary, we might be able to give a partial credit.
What if there is bad weather or the school is closed?
In the event of inclement weather, you will receive an email from Sports Bonanza and Mrs. Weinberg with updates.
What time does the Bonanza start and finish?
The preschool boys start right after Yeshiva on Friday and are walked together to the gym at around 12:15. Their program ends promptly at 1:20, although if they have an older brother in any bonanza, they can stay until he is dismissed. The first- and second-grade boys start after Yeshiva (approximately 12:45) and finish at 1:45. The oldest boys end at 1:55.
Which boys are counselors in this program?
We accept boys from 6th to 8th grade as counselors, and they are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. We are no longer accepting staff registrations, although you can always email us to inquire about open slots. These counselors are trained and take their job very seriously. Boys can apply via the staff page; the cost will be anywhere from $100 to $150 per counselor. We do pay them (in cash this year), and the amount they receive is based on their grade level, job performance, and ratings from both the kids and parents.
Are there any scholarships available?
That really depends on how many people sponsor. We understand that it's challenging for some families, so if you could help out by sponsoring during checkout, it would be greatly appreciated. The cost per child is $250 for sponsorship. If you need to request a scholarship, please use the contact form. We cannot guarantee scholarships as they're based on applicants.
I have additional questions.
We would love to help. Please click here for any questions, or email us at [email protected]. Please do not reach out to the Yeshiva of South Shore with Sports questions, as that will only delay the response time.