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Middle School Surge Retreat
Spiritual Growth + Shared Experiences
Students will be immersed in an incredible weekend of spiritual growth and shared experiences with their 7th and 8th grade peers at Surge. This retreat offers a unique opportunity to connect through worship, teaching, small groups, and fellowship. Strengthen your relationships, invite a friend, explore God’s word, and make memories at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure in Orlando, FL. Don’t miss this unforgettable journey of faith, friendship, and fun!
When
January 16-19, 2026
Travel & Lodging
Floridays Resort, Orlando, FL, traveling on charter buses
Perimeter Cost
$399
Registration
The registration deadline is November 24, or until retreat is full. Note: Retreat has limited space and usually fills up before the deadline to register.
Retreat Details
Departure and Return Times
Check-in begins at 11:30 am on Friday, January 16. We’ll leave at 12:15 pm. Students are expected to have already eaten or bring a packed lunch. We will arrive back at Perimeter on Monday, January 19, around 5 pm. The church will be locked for the holiday and we cannot enter to grab anything left behind. Please plan accordingly.
What's included?
- Two-day park hopper tickets to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and Epic Universe
- Lodging and transportation
- All meals except: Friday dinner (fast food), Saturday dinner (Universal), Sunday lunch or dinner at Universal (Leader’s choice), Monday lunch (fast food). Plan to bring approximately $50 – $70 extra for meals and snacks at the park not included above and optional additional funds for souvenirs.
- Surge Retreat swag item
Is this a tech-free retreat?
Students are allowed to bring cell phones or other electronic devices but must keep up with them and use them appropriately. Students will not have a lot of time to play with electronics other than bus rides. All devices will be collected by chaperones at bedtime to ensure that students (and leaders) get a good night’s sleep. Parents are encouraged to set app limits as needed.
Note: Perimeter Church, Universal Studios, and Floridays Resort are not responsible for any items that are lost or stolen during your stay with us. Please do not bring items of significant value.
Payment Details
Full payment is due at the time of online registration. If you’re applying for a scholarship, setting up a payment plan, are full-time staff, or paying by check, please do not register online. Instead, contact Mattie Hunt for instructions.
Do you offer scholarships?
Need financial help to attend? A limited number of scholarships are available. Please request assistance by the registration deadline, and we’ll contact you with next steps.
What is the refund and cancellation policy?
Registration can be cancelled any time before registration closes for a full refund. After registration closes, refunds will be provided if we can fill the cancelled student’s spot.
My child has dietary restrictions.
If your student has any dietary restrictions, please plan to send them with supplementary food items.
Serve with us
Leaders
If you are interested in being a leader for the Surge Retreat, please complete the Leader Interest Form.
FAQ
Additional Information
Schedule
Subject to change
Friday, January 16
- 11:30 am: Check-in starts. Students should eat lunch prior to arrival or bring a packed lunch.
- 12:15 pm: Depart from Perimeter
- 4:30 pm: Dinner on the road (fast food – student’s expense)
- 9:00 pm: Arrive at hotel
- 9:30 pm: Session 1
- 11:00 pm: Lights Out
Saturday, January 17
- 8:00 am: Breakfast in the hotel rooms
- 8:30 am: Bus pick-up for Universal
- 12:00 pm: Lunch at the Park (student’s expense)
- 6:00 pm: Group Dinner off site (covered in registration fee)
- 8:00 pm: Bus pick-up at Universal
- 9:00 pm: Session 2
- 10:00 pm: Pool/Free Time
- 11:00 pm: Lights Out
Sunday, January 18
- 8:30 am: Group breakfast in Meeting Room
- 9:00 am: Announcements & Worship/Meeting Room
- 9:25 am: Personal devotions
- 10:00 am: Bus pick-up for Universal Studios
- Lunch and Dinner in the park (one meal at student’s expense)
- 8:00 pm: Bus pick-up at Universal Studios
- 9:00 pm: Session 3
- 10:00 pm: Small Group
- 10:20 pm: Free Time
- 11:00 pm: Lights Out
Monday, January 19
- 7:30 am: Breakfast in hotel rooms
- 8:00 am: Load bus and depart hotel
- 12:00 pm: Lunch on road (student’s expense)
- 5:00 pm: Estimated arrival at Perimeter. (Students will call if time will be different.)
Packing List
- Money (approx. $30) for 2 fast food meals on the road (Friday dinner and Monday lunch)
- Money (approx. $40) for 2 meals at the park (Saturday dinner & Sunday lunch or dinner)
- Money for snacks and souvenirs (optional)
- Pillow and travel blanket (optional for bus ride)
- Refillable water bottle
- Toiletries
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm jacket, Rain jacket/poncho and pants for potential cold weather and/or rain
- Swimsuit/Swim trunks
- Small bag/backpack to carry around the park
- Cell phone, camera, chargers, etc. (optional)
- Sunscreen, sunglasses or hat
- Pen and journal
Important Info For Perimeter School Students
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- Students’ names must be on Middle School roster by the deadline (or January 5 if on the waiting list). This will serve as the form for a pre-arranged absence with the school for the half day. Nothing else is needed.
- Students must be in school on Friday, January 16, and will be dismissed from classes at the end of fourth period.
- Students must turn in all work that’s due January 16 for all classes (homework, project, essay, etc.) before leaving after fourth period on Friday.
- Students are responsible to make up work or tests and get notes for Friday after fourth period. (At the teacher’s discretion, a test may be taken before the student leaves.)
- Luggage can be dropped in the rock wall pit at the Bricks before school.
- Bookbags can be left in their locker, collected at check-in, or brought on the trip.
Perimeter Church will be locked on Monday, so anything left behind on Friday, January 16 will not be accessible until Tuesday, January 20.
