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Young Aspiring Chanters (YAC) Retreat – Boca Raton 2026

March 6–8, 2026 at Saint Mark Greek Orthodox Church, Boca Raton. A weekend of instruction, fellowship, and worship for young chanters ages 18–35.

Saint Mark Greek Orthodox Church, Boca Raton, FL

March 6–8, 2026

Schedule

Weekend at a Glance

March 6th – 8th, 2026 at Saint Mark Greek Orthodox Church, Boca Raton, FL

Friday, 3/6

Saturday, 3/7

Sunday, 3/8

7:30 AM

8:00 AM

8:30 AM

9:00 AM

9:30 AM

10:00 AM

10:30 AM

11:00 AM

11:30 AM

12:00 PM

12:30 PM

1:00 PM

1:30 PM

2:00 PM

2:30 PM

3:00 PM

3:30 PM

4:00 PM

4:30 PM

5:00 PM

5:30 PM

6:00 PM

6:30 PM

7:00 PM

7:30 PM

8:00 PM

8:30 PM

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Registration

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Salutations to the Theotokos

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Dinner and Presentation

7:30 AM – 8:00 AM

Orthros Preparation

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Orthros

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Breakfast

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Classes and Rehearsal

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Lunch

2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Classes and Rehearsal

5:00 PM – 5:15 PM

Break

5:15 PM – 6:15 PM

Vespers

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Dinner

8:00 AM – 8:30 AM

Orthros Preparation

8:30 AM – 9:45 AM

Orthros

9:45 AM – 11:15 AM

Divine Liturgy

11:15 AM – 12:30 PM

Closing Comments / Coffee Hour

12:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Departures

Friday, 3/6

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Registration

6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Salutations to the Theotokos

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Dinner and Presentation

Saturday, 3/7

7:30 AM – 8:00 AM

Orthros Preparation

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Orthros

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Breakfast

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Classes and Rehearsal

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Lunch

2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Classes and Rehearsal

5:00 PM – 5:15 PM

Break

5:15 PM – 6:15 PM

Vespers

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Dinner

Sunday, 3/8

8:00 AM – 8:30 AM

Orthros Preparation

8:30 AM – 9:45 AM

Orthros

9:45 AM – 11:15 AM

Divine Liturgy

11:15 AM – 12:30 PM

Closing Comments / Coffee Hour

12:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Departures

Worship

Liturgy & Vespers

Meals & Fellowship

Classes & Sessions

Arrivals & Departures

Accommodations

Recommended Hotels

Nearby hotels recommended by our team. Rates are approximate for March and may vary.

Marriott at Boca Center

Downtown Boca Raton

Full-service hotel near Town Center Mall and Mizner Park. Recently renovated.

~$250–400/night

Book on Marriott.com →

Renaissance Boca Raton

NW 19th St, near I-95

Mid-range option conveniently located off I-95. Great middle ground on price.

~$140–215/night

Book on Marriott.com →

SpringHill Suites

Yamato Rd at I-95

Budget-friendly all-suite hotel right off Yamato Road. Extra space at a lower price.

~$150–220/night

Book on Marriott.com →

Program Emphasis

More small-group coaching, repertoire labs, and bilingual hymn practice to deepen skill and confidence for returning participants and new attendees alike.

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