Hadar's Project Zug

Your platform for Jewish learning with a partner.

What is Project Zug?

Project Zug creates self-guided courses for learning Jewish texts in pairs.

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. 

We can match you with a study partner (havruta) or you can bring your own.

Summer Learning Starts Now

Registration for the Summer Cycle is open! Choose a self-paced course and learn on your own schedule —wherever summer takes you.

Try our newest course, Entering the Covenant by Rabbi Tali Adler, or browse all courses to find the right fit. 

  • Need a havruta (study partner)? Register by May 17 to be matched.
  • Already have a havruta? You can sign up anytime and invite them to join.
  • Learning with a synagogue or organization? Sign up for your course and select your partner organization during registration.
Summer Learning Starts Now

WHAT'S A ZUG?

זוּג | Zug
זוּג | Zug

Pronounced "zoog".    A Hebrew word that means "a pair."

חַבְרוּתָא | Havruta
חַבְרוּתָא | Havruta

An Aramaic word that means "a pair that learns together."

Project Zug
Project Zug

A program that brings learners together to study in havruta!

How it works

Need a havruta (study partner)?

  1. Choose a course and register during a learning cycle.
  2. Tell us your interests and learning preferences  — we’ll match you!
  3. Meet weekly and learn together.

Already have a havruta?

  1. Choose a course and register anytime.
  2. Invite your havruta.
  3. Start learning on your schedule.
How it works

Upcoming Learning Cycles

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. 

Summer 2026
Summer 2026
  • Registrations opens April 13
  • Register by May 17
  • Havruta match + course access released May 25
Cycle 44 - Elul 2026
Cycle 44 - Elul 2026
  • Registrations opens July 6
  • Register by August 9
  • Havruta match + course access released August 17
Cycle 45 - Fall 2026
Cycle 45 - Fall 2026
  • Registrations opens October 5
  • Register by October 26
  • Havruta match + course access released November 2
Cycle 46 - Spring 2027
Cycle 46 - Spring 2027
  • Registrations opens February 1
  • Register by March 7
  • Havruta match + course access released March 15

Bring Project Zug to Your Community

Bring rich, accessible Jewish learning to your synagogue or organization — with ready-to-use courses designed for havruta. 

Project Zug helps you:

  • Teach engaging classes
  • Build a vibrant Beit Midrash
  • Launch learning cohorts
  • Foster meaningful one-on-one learning

Interested? Fill out our interest form and we’ll help you create a program tailored to your community. 

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