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12 DAYS, 1 MISSION: 
TO BECOME THE BEST VERSION OF YOURSELF MENTALLY, PHYSICALLY AND RELIGIOUSLY.

ABOUT

 The Elite Israel Leadership Academy is an immersive two-week program designed to develop leadership, resilience, teamwork, personal responsibility, and a deep connection to Israel and the Jewish people. 

Participants will experience a unique combination of leadership development, physical challenges, self-defense, drone technology, team-based field exercises, Jewish values, and Israeli heritage. 

Dates and Rates

Sunday, August 9

through

Thursday, August 20, 2026 

 - $5000 including equipment, room and board, course materials, all kosher meals, full access to elite IDF commanders, certificate of course completion at the end of program.

 - $150 administrative fee

 - Early bird discount of $200 for signing up before July 5 

WEEK 1 - BUILDING A LEADER

 The first week focuses on developing the individual and providing the foundations required for effective leadership.

 

Leadership & Character Development 

  • Personal responsibility and accountability 

  • Leadership principles 

  • Initiative and problem solving 

  • Decision-making under pressure 

  • Building confidence and self-discipline 

 

Physical Fitness & Mental Resilience 

  • Daily fitness training 

  • Mental toughness workshops 

  • Goal setting and perseverance 

  • Stress management and adaptability 

 

Krav Maga & Personal Protection 

  • Self-defense fundamentals 

  • Situational awareness 

  • Personal safety 

  • Confidence and self-control 

 

Emergency Response & First Aid 

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) 

  • Emergency response principles 

  • Team coordination during emergencies 

  • Practical first-aid scenarios 

 

Teamwork & Communication 

  • Trust-building activities 

  • Effective communication 

  • Team leadership rotations 

  • Group problem-solving challenges 

 

Drone Technology & Innovation 

  • Introduction to drone operations 

  • Safety and responsibility 

  • Mission planning fundamentals 

  • Technology as a leadership tool ​

WEEK 2 - LEADERSHIP IN ACTION

The second week focuses on applying the skills learned through dynamic team-based challenges and field exercises. 

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Airsoft Leadership Simulations 

Participants will engage in structured airsoft-based scenarios designed to develop: 

  • Leadership under pressure 

  • Team communication 

  • Strategic thinking 

  • Situational awareness 

  • Mission planning 

  • Responsibility and accountability 

 

Team-Based Field Challenges 

 

  • Mission-oriented exercises 

  • Leadership rotations 

  • Navigation and movement 

  • Problem-solving under dynamic conditions 

  • Search and rescue scenarios 

 

Defensive Thinking & Security Awareness 

  • Risk assessment 

  • Observation skills 

  • Protective decision-making 

  • Community security concepts 

  • Developing a responsible leadership mindset 

 

Advanced Team Operations 

  • Planning and execution 

  • Working with limited information 

  • Team coordination 

  • Resource management 

  • Adaptive leadership 

 

Capstone Leadership Challenge 

The academy concludes with a multi-day team challenge that combines: 

  • Leadership 

  • Communication 

  • Teamwork 

  • Resilience 

  • Physical endurance 

  • Strategic decision-making ​

THROUGHOUT THE PROGRAM

Jewish Values & Leadership 

  • Jewish leadership principles 

  • Ethics and responsibility 

  • Service to others 

  • Character development

  • Kosher meals, daily tefillah and Jewish teachings

  • Orthodox rabbi on staff 

 

Israeli History & Heritage 

  • The story of the State of Israel 

  • Zionism and nation-building 

  • Historic leadership case studies 

  • Connection to the land and people of Israel 

 

Leadership Lessons from Israeli History 

  • Courage and responsibility 

  • Leadership during adversity 

  • Teamwork and initiative 

  • Learning from historical events and leaders ​

CORE PROGRAM PILLARS

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  • Leadership - Developing confident leaders who take initiative and inspire others.

  • Resilience - Building the physical and mental strength needed to overcome challenges.  

  • Teamwork - Learning to communicate, cooperate, and succeed as part of a team. 
  • Responsibility - Understanding accountability, integrity, and service. 
  • Innovation - Exploring technology, drones, and modern problem-solving.
  • Identity - Strengthening Jewish identity and connection to Israel. 
  • Action - Applying leadership skills through real-world challenges and team-based experiences. 

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