Mechinat Shahar David (Tel Katzir)

Mechinat Shahar David (Tel Katzir) is a religiously mixed mechina in Kibbutz Tel Katzir, Sea of Galilee, Israel, for gap-year students, men only.

A boys-only pre-military mechina on Kibbutz Tel Katzir overlooking the Sea of Galilee, part of the Shahar network. Named in memory of David Ohana, a first-cycle staff member, the half-year program emphasizes simplicity, honesty, and inner growth alongside group living, challenge, and preparation for meaningful IDF service.

Duration

Gap Year — Half year (~6 months, roughly August/September to February/March)

How to sign up

Apply via the online registration form linked from the branch page.

https://mehina.net/david-tel-katzir/

Contact

+972-58-510-6303https://mehina.net/david-tel-katzir/

Last updated: July 14, 2026