Tampa Life Church Retreat
Together
October 30 – November 1, 2026 · Bradenton, FL
Connect, refresh, celebrate. One weekend, the whole church — 110 acres on the Manatee River, with every meal, every bed and every activity included.
Everything Included
One price covers the whole weekend.
All meals, all lodging and all activities. Dodgeball, basketball, pickleball, sand volleyball, swimming, canoeing, inflatables, water slides, team challenges, Bible trivia and plenty more.
General
$60
Ages 9 and up
Kid
$20
Ages 3–8
Under 3
Free
By 10/30/26
The Weekend
Your weekend schedule
Pick a day to see what's happening. One weekend, the whole church — worship, connection, rest and meaningful time together.
- 4:00 PM
Check-In and Meet Your Team
Get settled, meet your team and kick off the weekend. Dominoes, cards and board games will be available.
- 6:00 PM
Dinner
Enjoy fellowship with your team and participate in Team Trivia.
- 7:00 PM
Evening Service
Gather for worship and an encouraging message. Children's service will be separate.
- 9:00 PM
Campfire and S'mores
Wind down with worship, s'mores, dominoes, card games and time to connect.
- 7:30 AM
Coffee and Prayer Time
Begin the day with coffee, quiet reflection and prayer.
- 8:30 AM
Breakfast
Fuel up for a great day!
- 9:30 AM
Connection Block 1
Time to connect and earn points for your team. See recreation schedule for activities.
- 10:00 AM
Kids: Home Depot Craft Project
A Home Depot craft project during Connection Block 1.
- 12:00 PM
Lunch
Team Rally and Team Scoreboard Update.
- 1:00 PM
Connection Block 2
Time to connect and earn points for your team. See recreation schedule for activities.
- 1:15 PM
Men and Boys Swim
Swimming is separated by group; there will be no mixed swimming.
- 1:30–3:30 PM
Kids Activities
Ice cream social, arts and crafts, and games and free play (bounce house, etc.) during Connection Block 2.
- 2:30 PM
Ladies and Girls Swim
Swimming is separated by group; there will be no mixed swimming.
- 3:30 PM
Rest and Refresh
Take time to rest, recharge and prepare for the afternoon service.
- 4:30 PM
Afternoon Service
Real conversations and real growth. TK and Next Gen services will be separate.
- 6:00 PM
Dinner
Enjoy a meal and fellowship before the evening continues.
- 7:00 PM
Evening Fellowship
End the day with campfire fellowship, snacks, dominoes, cards, board games, trivia and meaningful connection.
- 8:00 AM
Breakfast
Enjoy one last breakfast as a group.
- 10:00 AM
Morning Service
Three services featuring worship and an impactful message.
- 12:00 PM
Lunch and Winning Team Celebration
Celebrate the weekend and all we've shared. The 2026 Together winning team will be announced.
- 1:00 PM
Check-Out
Take what you've learned, keep in touch and head home refreshed!
Team Competition
Everyone gets a team.
Winners of organized games earn points for their regional team. The 2026 Together winning team will be announced during Sunday lunch.
Before You Go
What to bring, and what to know.
- Comfortable, activity-ready clothing.
- Modest and appropriate swimwear — swim blocks are reserved by group and there is no mixed swimming at any time.
- Quiet hours begin after 11:00 PM. Curfew is 2:00 AM.
- Pets are not permitted.
Designated Swim Times
Men and boys Saturday · 1:15 PM
Ladies and girls Saturday · 2:30 PM
Swimming is separated by group; there will be no mixed swimming.
Connection Blocks
Block 1 Saturday · 9:30 AM
Block 2 Saturday · 1:00 PM
Time to connect and earn points for your team. See recreation schedule for activities.
Where We're Going
Christian Retreat Center
1200 Glory Way Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34212 — about 90 minutes from the church, on 110 acres along the Manatee River.
Don't Miss It
We're better together.
Registration is open now. Questions? Call (813) 986-6000 or email admin@tampalife.church.