Project Zug creates self-guided text study courses for learning in pairs. No need to show up to a live class — you and your havruta (study partner) set the schedule and pace.
Our expansive library includes courses that span a variety of Jewish topics and genres. Courses run 4-10 sessions and include engaging instructor videos alongside thoughtfully crafted study sheets.
Whether you're experienced in Jewish text study or just starting out, Project Zug has a course — and a havruta — for you.
Pronounced "zoog". A Hebrew word that means "a pair."
An Aramaic word that means "a pair that learns together."
A program that brings learners together to study in havruta!
During a learning cycle, Project Zug provides havruta (study partner) matching. First, learners register for any course they like. Then, after collecting hundreds of registrations, the Project Zug team matches learners together in courses. Finally, once all the matches are made, we send you your course and your havruta so you can schedule your first learning session.
If you already have someone to learn with you can register for a course any time of year, during or between learning cycles.
How does it work?
As part of your registration, you will share the name and email of your requested havruta. They will receive your invitation to complete their own registration. Once you have both registered, you'll receive your learning materials and can start the course!
Select a course that interests you and click "register now". We'll ask you to select an alternate course just in case no one else signs up for your first choice course.
During registration, you'll share your learning background, interests and time zone so we can make a good match.
Once you've been paired with someone in a course, you will schedule when, where and how often you want to learn together.
Take the course session by session, using the provided instructor videos and study sheets. You can study in person or via video chat.
Bring rich Jewish text study to your community. Establish a culture of learning.
Project Zug offers a unique and valuable addition to Jewish learning programs in congregations, Jewish organizations, Hillels and day schools around the world. We are excited to partner with your community to offer a different kind of education: engaging text study that strengthens relationships. Use our courses to support independent havruta study, create a Beit Midrash, or teach text-based classes.
Ready to get started? Get in touch so we can begin tailoring a program for your community!
