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WBA - MTA
Study Torah and Jewish subjects at a Yeshiva or Midrasha in Israel with activities, volunteering, and seminars.
Gap Year
Next Intake
FEB
Duration:
11 months
For Ages:
17-19
Program Base:
Multiple
Segment:
Gap Year
About the program
MTA offers a year of intense study in top learning institutions all while remaining in the Bnei Akiva framework. With over 30 years of experience, MTA has produced generations of leadership for Bnei Akiva, and is the perfect way to build one’s future in Torah learning and Israel.
Outside of yeshiva and midrasha, you will travel the length and the breadth of Israel on seminars, Shabbatonim and tiyulim as well as experience kibbutz and go on a life-changing trip to Poland. From learning about Israeli society to volunteering where Israel needs you most, MTA brings Torah study and a passion for Israel into one holistic programme.
Your year with MTA also places focus on leadership, and through volunteering, touring and learning from first-class educators, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge to make a difference to the community.
You’ll be more independent than you’ve ever been in your life, yet you can relax knowing that your needs are being looked after.
Program components
Leadership Seminars
Bnei Akiva believes in the importance of developing Jewish leadership around the world. Our Hachshara seminars aim to help you to return to your communities ready to take active leadership roles as madrichim in Bnei Akiva, as activists in the Jewish student world and as leaders within the Jewish community. You’ll be introduced to leaders of the past, be inspired by leaders of today, and gain practical skills to help you be the leaders of the future.
Zionism and Israel Society
Our Shabbatot and seminars will give you an in-depth journey into Israeli society where you will explore the challenges that exist in Israel. You’ll meet people from all shades of the spectrum of those who make up the population. Politicians, the media, the army and other connected organisations will present their take on life in Israel.
Tiyulim
As well as various trips you’ll take with your Yeshiva or Midrasha, you’ll get to see the length and breadth of Israel with World Bnei Akiva: Hachshara. We’ll show you some of the most beautiful views in the country, and while you’re stretching your legs, you’ll also expand your educational horizons, learning about the land of our forefathers. Later in the year, our Eilat Tiyul will give you the opportunity to enjoy water sports, hike the land, and see how Ben Gurion’s dream of making the desert bloom is coming true.
Summer Volunteering
Some of the MTA participants will have the opportunity to run educational programmes and activities for underprivileged children and immigrants in the summer.
Seder Night
The group Seder is a highlight of the year! You’ll never forget Seder Night on World Bnei Akiva: Hachshara. Whilst you might feel a little homesick at the thought of being away from home for Yom Tov, you’ll soon feel differently once it comes to the unique experience itself! You’ll share stories, customs and songs from around the world.
Health and Wellbeing
World Bnei Akiva take our participants’ physical & emotional wellbeing very seriously.
Noting the rise in emotional challenges amongst youth, we have commissioned the services and support of “Keshev”- a professional organization in the mental health and wellness field.
Keshev provides us a with a wide variety of services including group sessions and one-on-one meetings with participants on topics of mental health such as anxiety, depression, sexuality, eating disorders and more. They provide emergency on-call support to staff, and designated on site hours for any participant who needs extra support mentally or emotionally.
Through their team, our participants and staff are offered guidance and support needed, to help them to have an emotionally healthy and safe year. To learn more visit www.keshevcenter.com
11 months
FEB
Intake
105,000 NIS
01
Floors
*prices subject to change
Inquire about this program:
Phone:
+61 425 404 382
Participant feedback
The experience was truely unforgettable
Aardvark Israel has helped shape and strengthen my Jewish and Israeli Identity.
I was able to live like a local and experience the ins and outs of Israeli culture with so many unique experiences.
The diversity of the programming allowed me to experience it all the tiyulim, the classes, the travelling and of course the Shabbatons.
Corey
Aardvark Israel
10/10 recommend
My time with birthright was nothing short of incredible, it's curated to help create a sense of closeness to your group, our people and our land. The memories, feelings and connections I was able to forge with the help of birthright have been life changing.
Rafael
Birthright Classic
Best Year Ever
Limmud was amazing I got to meet new people and make new friends. I got to experience Israel and everything in it. I grew as a person and it really prepared me for going home!!!
Jeremy
Limmud
I learnt more about myself, Judaism and Israel
My experience on Limmud was beyond incredible and I gained so much. I learnt more about myself, Judaism and Israel, all whilst developing the most special friendships.
Ariella
Limmud
An experience that shaped my life
The best balance of fun, growth, amazing experiences and lifelong friends!
Tasin
Limmud
Meaningful volunteer experience
My 6 week volunteering program was incredibly meaningful and enjoyable. It really felt like we were making a tangible impact on communities and people through a variety of volunteering opportunities.
Ayden
Masa Volunteers
