This is more than a beach getaway. RYM High School Florida is a week where students will spend hours in God’s Word, build lasting friendships, and encounter the good news of the Gospel—while enjoying the sunshine, sand, and fun of the Emerald Coast.
General Info
Here are the essentials for planning your week in PCB—dates, location, cost, and speaker.
Availability: FULL - Waitlist Open
Dates: July 7-12, 2026
Location: Laguna Beach Christian Retreat in Panama City Beach, FL
Cost: $575 per person
Speaker: Rev. Austin Lenox
Looking for more details? Scroll down to find the schedule, conference rules, elective class options, and a packing list.
Availability: FULL - Waitlist Open
Dates: July 7-12, 2026
Location: Laguna Beach Christian Retreat in Panama City Beach, FL
Cost: $575 per person
Speaker: Rev. Austin Lenox
Looking for more details? Scroll down to find the schedule, conference rules, elective class options, and a packing list.
Who needs to register?
Everyone attending RYM must complete the right registration form. Select the option below to get started.
Church Registration
Leaders, reserve space for your church at this conference. Submit this form to register your group as soon as possible.
Adult Registration
If you’re attending with your church as a leader or chaperone, complete your individual registration between March 1 and May 1, 2026.
Student Registration
Students, once your church has registered, sign up here to confirm your spot and share your details between March 1 and May 1, 2026.
Main Speaker

Rev. Austin Lenox
Austin Lenox was born in Eva Alabama and attended Mississippi State University where he fell deeper in love with Jesus through the ministry of RUF. He went on to work for RUF at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville as an intern before attending seminary in Jackson, Mississippi where he worked with the youth ministry of First Presbyterian Church. He now lives in Memphis, Tennessee, with his wife Meredith, daughter Rivers, Bernese Mountain dog Clyde, calico cat The Duchess, and beta fish Marcus. He is currently the Assistant Pastor of Youth and Assimilation at Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Midtown Memphis, but will soon be leading the efforts of planting Resurrection Presbyterian Church also in Midtown Memphis!
Activities & Recreation

- Swimming (multiple pools & open ocean)
- Gaga Ball
- Spike Ball
- Basketball
- Beach Volleyball
- Ping Pong
- Kan Jam
- Sand Soccer
- Board & Card Games
- Team Trivia
- Talent Show
- Mario Kart
- Paddle Boarding/Kayaking*
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