Kadima by Leava
A year to truly build yourself
A unique personal construction program in Israel
Kadima is a international yeshiva program based in Jerusalem, designed for young adults who wish to dedicate a year to personal and spiritual growth.
More than just a study program, Kadima offers a unique opportunity to step back from the pace of everyday life, reflect on the future, and build a strong sense of identity and purpose.
Each participant benefits from personalized guidance, allowing them to grow at their own pace and reach their full potential in a supportive, structured, and inspiring environment.
A year that can transform your future!
Today, many young adults are expected to make important decisions quickly—about their studies, careers, and future direction.
Kadima offers a different approach:
👉 Take the time to ask the right questions
👉 Discover who you truly are
👉 Build a strong foundation for the future
Kadima is a transformative gap year that allows participants to reconnect with their roots, clarify their goals, and move forward with confidence and purpose.
A complete development: personal, spiritual and intellectual
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Développer une relation personnelle avec le judaisme
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Comprendre les valeurs et fondements de la Torah
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Construire une vision claire de ton rôle dans le monde
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Construire une vision claire de ton rôle dans le monde
Understand the values and foundations of the Torah
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Understand the values and foundations of the Torah
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Build a clear vision of your role in the world
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Learn to think deeply and structure your thinking
Build a clear vision of your role in the world
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Possibility of retaking the Baccalauréat (math / sometimes physics) as an independent candidate in Tel Aviv
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Goal: improve your academic profile for admission to Israeli universities
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Classes and revision program starting from January
Learn to think deeply and structure your thinking
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Approximately 200 hours of preparation
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Advanced in-person classes
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Mock exam platform (e-learning)
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Supervised sessions and individualized follow-up
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2 national sittings: before Passover (March/April) and early July
Develop your independence in learning
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Approximately 200 hours of preparation
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Advanced in-person classes
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Mock exam platform (e-learning)
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Supervised sessions and individualized follow-up
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2 national sittings: before Passover (March/April) and early July
Better know and develop your potential
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Approximately 200 hours of preparation
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Advanced in-person classes
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Mock exam platform (e-learning)
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Supervised sessions and individualized follow-up
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2 national sittings: before Passover (March/April) and early July
A structured program accessible to all!
Six levels of study, from complete beginners to advanced yeshiva-level learning, ensuring personalized growth and meaningful progress for every student.
01 Guemara
Explore a diverse and enriching curriculum including Halakha, Chumash, Mussar, Mishnah, Jewish Thought, personal and spiritual development, Torah and current events, ethics and finance, Emunah and Bitachon, Tanakh, and inspiring lectures on key themes of Judaism.
02 Supplementary Courses
Hebrew Ulpan, Psychometrics (Optional) and Aliyah Procedure Support
03 Integration assistance
Excursions, sports, evenings out, discoveries of Israel from North to South, organized activities and Shabbat
04 Relaxation and Leisure
Support from a dedicated team, medical insurance, meals three times a day, accommodation.
05 Les plus de Kadima
📅 One session per year:
October to July
🎯 Target audience
Young French-speaking and international people aged 17 to 21
📍 Location
Yeshiva Yeshuot Yossef, Jerusalem
💬 Hebrew level
All levels accepted (beginners welcome)
🏷️ Cost of the Massa program before scholarship
$12,000 for the 9-month program
💼 Massa Scholarship and COBY Scholarship
Between $3250 and $6000 for 9 months for a French citizen with no income requirements / A supplementary COBY grant may be requested based on a financially sound application
📝 Registration requirements
Application file, cover letter, Massa form and interview