Conversion
Year-Long Cohort
May 2026 through April 2027
ONLINE FORMAT
A community-based yearlong learning program for people discerning or actively pursuing Jewish conversion who want a slow, relational, and integrity-centered process.
Learn more at our information session on April 19, 2026.
🌿 What this year includes
This cohort is designed to support learning that sticks—learning that shapes how you think, practice, and relate.
Dedicated conversion support
Quarterly individual sessions with Rabbi Cat: Personalized guidance, reflection, and discernment
Quarterly conversion-only group check-ins: Space to process the conversion journey together
Guided journaling and reflection prompts throughout the year
Ongoing guidance navigating additional learning needs
Three 4-week live online, interactive learning Intensives
Designed and taught by Rabbi Cat Zavis
Liberation Theology Course:
4:30-6:30pm PT
Wednesdays:
May 6, May 13, May 20, May 27
Register for Liberation Theology Class only here.
Davenning (Prayer) Class:
4:30-6:30pm PT
Wednesdays:
June 24, July 1, July 8, July 15
Judaism Beyond Zionism Course:
4:30-6:30pm PT
Wednesdays – October 28, November 4, November 11, November 18
Twelve monthly cohort gatherings focusing on
learning, reflection, and community
Shared with the Jewish Learning cohort, each session includes text study and teaching, space to reflect on spiritual practice and lived experience, & community connection and relationship-building.
Our Jewish Learning Cohort meets on the 3rd Sunday of the month from 2pm-3:30pm PT
Orientation: April 26 (note this is the 4th Sunday)
2026 Dates:
May 17, June 21, July 19, August 16 , September 27 (note: this is the 4th Sunday because the 3rd Sunday is Kol Nidre),
October 18, November 15 , December 13 (note: this is the 2nd Sunday)
2027 Dates:
January 17 , February 21 , March 21, April 18
Chevruta (Partner Study)
The Beyt Tikkun team will thoughtfully pair conversion cohort participants in study partners, or chevruta. Through questioning and reflection with a partner, participants deepen insight, strengthen critical thinking, and build meaningful connection.
Ritual & Preparation
You will receive support and guidance around the conversion ritual. Please note that mikvah and related ritual elements may involve additional external costs.
Community & Access
In being part of our learning community, you will have priority access with free or discounted registration to Beyt Tikkun guest workshops and special programs.
Past programs have included Talmud and Reparations with Shel Maala & Understanding Anti-Palestinian Racism.
Upcoming guest workshops include: The Path to Ecological Justice Travels Through a Free Palestine with Gopal Dayaneni and Songs and Poetry of Solidarity with Palestine with Ami Goodman.
What is asked of you:
- Pre-registration 1:1 with Rabbi Cat
- Regular participation in Beyt Tikkun services and community life
- Commitment to practicing Shabbat and core Jewish rituals
- Openness to additional learning, as guided, to support readiness
- In conversation with Rabbi Cat, you may be encouraged to pursue supplementary learning (e.g. Intro to Judaism courses, Hebrew, or prayer study) alongside this program.
💛 Pricing & Access
Non-Member Pricing:
- Subsidize Another’s Learning: $4,000 or more
- Actual Cost: $3,475
- Reduced Cost: $2,000
Member Pricing:
- Subsidize Another’s Learning: $3,600 or more
- Actual Cost: $2,700
- Reduced Cost: $ 1,800
Accesible Pricing:
These programs are priced based on the real cost of offering them, including Rabbi Cat’s time, teaching, and ongoing support, along with the behind-the-scenes work needed to hold a year-long learning community with care.
As Beyt Tikkun works to strengthen our financial foundation and move out of a long-standing deficit, tiered pricing allows those with more flexibility to help sustain this work while keeping doors open to others.
If cost feels like a barrier, we encourage you to reach out—we’re glad to be in conversation. Email Program and Outreach Manager, Mar Munn at marissa@beyttikkun.org
Payment Plans:
Payment plans are welcome and are priced at $150-$330/month depending on tier.
To set up a monthly or quarterly payment plan, email lia@beyttikkun.org
🌀 Next Steps
1. If you have not already done so, please fill out an interest form.
2. Schedule a discernment conversation
3. Cohorts are formed with intention; once you have been invited into the cohort, you will be sent a payment link, based on the payment tier and rate that works best for you.
Interested in deepening your Jewish Learning without conversion?
In addition to our Conversion Cohort, we are also offering a cohort for Jewish people and their friends and allies who want to deepen their Jewish learning and knowledge in community.