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, pace and location for your learning.
Our courses span a wide range of Jewish topics, texts, and skill levels. Courses run 4–10 sessions and include engaging instructor videos and 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!
Wanting to learn but don't have a study partner? We can match you with someone during one of our Matching Windows four times a year. Here's how it works:
1. During a matching window, choose a course and click "register" on the course page. You’ll answer some questions about your interests and learning goals so we can match you with a compatible havruta.
2. Our team collects registrations and pairs learners together in courses.
3. When matching is complete, you’ll receive access to your course and your havruta’s contact information.
4. Schedule a time and place to start the course with your havruta! We recommend scheduling one hour per week.
Project Zug offers four matching windows each year—designated times when learners who need a study partner register and are matched with a havruta. If you already have a havruta, you can register and start learning at any time.
Project Zug learners study with friends, spouses, colleagues, children and grandchildren. If you already have a study partner, you can register for a course any time of year. Here's how it works:
1. Choose a course and click "register" on the course page. During registration, share the name and email of your havruta. They will receive an invitation to complete their own registration.
2. Once you have both registered, our team will pair you in the course and you'll receive your learning materials.
3. Schedule a time and place to start the course with your havruta! We recommend scheduling one hour per week.
Want to use Project Zug's excellent course materials at your synagogue or organization? Become a Project Zug community!
Rabbis, Jewish educators and lay leaders use Project Zug courses to:
Ready to get started? Fill out this interest form so we can begin tailoring a program for your community!
