High School Retreat

Aloha Beach Retreat

Join us for an unforgettable Labor Day weekend! This retreat is designed for high school students (grades 9–12) to step away from everyday routines, grow in their relationship with God, and build meaningful friendships in a fun, engaging environment.

Throughout the weekend, students will experience times of worship, teaching, and small group conversations, along with plenty of time to enjoy the beach and connect with others. Our prayer is that students return home encouraged in their faith, more connected in community, and with a clearer sense of who they are in Christ.

When

September 4–7 (Labor Day Weekend)

Where

Laguna Beach Christian Retreat, Panama City Beach, FL

Cost

$299. Cost includes a swag item, lodging, bus transportation, and meals throughout the weekend (excluding travel meals on Friday dinner and Monday lunch).

Registration

Registration is currently closed. We have a few spots left! Please email Renee Imbesi for details.

Retreat Details

Check-in at the Bricks (Perimeter) at 3 pm on Friday, September 4. (Students may need to be checked out of school early).
We’ll return to Perimeter at approximately 4:30 pm on Monday, September 7.

All transportation and housing are coordinated and supervised by our student ministry staff and trained leaders.

The cost includes a swag item, lodging, bus transportation, and all meals from Saturday breakfast to Sunday breakfast.

  • Bible and journal
  • Beach towel, sunscreen, beach games
  • Refillable water bottle
  • Sleeping bag and pillow
  • Bath towel and toiletries
  • Comfortable, beach-appropriate clothing (including a modest bathing suit)
  • Rain jacket and flashlight
  • Money for Friday dinner and Monday lunch (fast food stops)
  • Optional: spending money for snack shop or souvenirs

After registering and paying the deposit, you will receive a monthly balance notification on the 15th of each month. You may pay in full at any time or make payments over time. The final balance is due on August 15.

If financial assistance is needed, please register and pay the deposit, then complete the Scholarship Assistance Request form.

Refunds will not be issued if cancellation is after the registration deadline. In a situation where we can fill the spot (may need to be same gender/grade), we will issue a refund.

The retreat center can accommodate gluten-free meals. Please indicate this during registration. For additional dietary needs (dairy-free, vegetarian, etc.), it is recommended to send supplemental food items.

Ready to attend this amazing retreat?

Register

Serve with us

Adult Volunteers

There are several ways you can be part of what God is doing through this weekend.

Pray

Join us in praying that students would grow in their faith, build meaningful relationships, and experience the presence of God in a personal way.

Give

If you would like to help make this retreat possible for another student, you can contribute to our scholarship fund through our online giving platform. Your generosity helps remove financial barriers and allows more students to attend.

Serve

We invite you to be part of this impactful weekend where students will grow in their faith, build relationships, and experience community. Please complete the interest form below and we will contact you once registration is closed.

Adult Volunteers

Schedule

  • 3:00 pm — Check In
  • 3:45 pm — Depart Perimeter
  • 11:00 pm — Return to Rooms & Lights Out

  • 8:30 am — Leader Meeting (Covered seating pool area)
  • 9:00 am — Breakfast – Serving & Clean Up
  • 9:45 am — Walk to Session (meet at Jerusalem Dorm Gazebo)
  • 10:00 am — SESSION 1 (Promised Land)
  • 11:30 am — Small Groups
  • 12:30 pm — Lunch – Serving & Clean Up
  • 1:15 pm — XCBCs on the Beach
  • 2:00 pm — Afternoon Activities: HS Beach Area, Court 2 Pool Area, Sport Courts, Laguna Shops on Beachfront rd
  • 6:30 pm — Dinner – Serving and Clean Up
  • 7:30 pm — SESSION 2
  • 9:00 pm — Small Groups
  • 9:45 pm — Pool Hangout
  • 11:00 pm — Return to Rooms
  • 11:30 pm — Lights Out

  • 8:30 am — Leader Meeting (Covered Seating by pool)
  • 9:00 am — Breakfast – Serving and Clean Up
  • 10:00 am — SESSION 3 (Promised Land)
  • 11:30 am — Small Groups
  • 12:30 pm — Lunch – Serving & Cleanup
  • 1:15 pm — XCBCs on the Beach
  • 2:00 pm — Afternoon Activities
  • 5:30 pm — Leader Meeting (Miriam’s Kitchen)
  • 6:30 pm — Dinner – Serving & Clean Up
  • 7:30 pm — SESSION 4
  • 9:00 pm — Small Groups
  • 9:45 pm — Pool Hangout
  • 11:00 pm — Return to Rooms
  • 11:30 pm — Lights Out

  • 7:00 am — Finish Packing and Clean Cabin
  • 7:15 am — Head to buses, grab breakfast, load luggage, and get on bus
  • 7:30 am —Depart for Perimeter!