The program is offered only once a year in the Summer, lasts two weeks, and is located at Camp Kutz in the Catskills. The Program is a lot of work. But it was a joy. The students in the program were from all over North America, and were of a broad age range, from 27 to past retirement. It was a wonderful, energizing, stimulating experience, one I would recommend to any lay Reform Jew.
Most rabbis are happy to have someone go.
A few rabbis, for whatever reason, will be hesitant to give their permission. Usually these rabbis do not understand the benefit of the Program to themselves or their congregations. If anyone finds themself in this situation, contact me and I'll provide information that should help you convince your rabbi. Also note that many of the people who write in wish their privacy preserved. Thank you for your cooperation with these restrictions.