Project Zug offers self-guided courses for learning Jewish texts in pairs. We can match you with a study partner (havruta) or you can bring your own.
Instead of attending a class, you and your partner set your own schedule, pace, and place, and learn through guided study and conversation.
Our courses include engaging instructor videos and thoughtfully designed study sheets to help you dive deep into primary texts—whether you’re new to Jewish learning or more experienced.
Havruta pairs around the country are studying courses during our Fall Learning Cycle. While havruta matching is not currently available, you are still welcome to register for a course any time if you bring your own study partner.
Be sure to check out our NEW COURSE, Mikra'ot Gedolot: An Introduction to the Classical Torah Commentators from Rabbi David Kasher.
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!
Need a havruta (study partner)?
Already have a havruta?
Project Zug offers four learning cycles each year—set times when we match learners who are looking for a havruta.
Join an upcoming cycle to be paired with a study partner and start learning together.
Already have a havruta? You can register, invite your partner, and begin a course anytime—no need to wait for a cycle.
Bring rich, accessible Jewish learning to your synagogue or organization — with ready-to-use courses designed for relationship-centered text study.
Project Zug helps you:
Interested? Fill out our interest form and we’ll help you create a program tailored to your community.
