What should I bring?

Bible and notebook
Comfortable Clothes: Think layers! We'll be outside a lot, so pack clothes you can move easily in. Include some T-shirts, hoodies, and jeans/shorts.
Outdoor Gear: Bring a warm jacket—it might get chilly in the evenings!
Raincoat: It's Northern Ireland!
Athletic Shoes: trainers for games and activities.
Clothes for the Lord's Day Celebration and for Sunday service
Towel and toiletries
Clothes to suit the weather
Bible & Journal: Bring your Bible, a notebook, and a pen for notes during sessions.
Flashlight: For evening adventures, games, or late-night hangouts.
Water Bottle: Stay hydrated! There will be plenty of activities.
Toiletries: Toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, soap, hairbrush—bring whatever you need to feel fresh!
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Young people are advised not to bring any valuable items to the YES Retreat. Kairos accepts no responsibility for items that are lost or damaged during the retreat.

Where should I fly into?

You have three options.

Belfast City Airport (15 mins transport from Belfast Grand Central Station)
Belfast International Airport (30-40 mins transport from Belfast Grand Central Station)
Dublin Airport (2 - 2.5 hours transport from Belfast Grand Central Station)

When / where do I get the coach to the YES Retreat?

A private bus will leave from Glengall Street, Belfast (BT12 5AB) at 4:30pm on the Friday to travel to the YES Retreat. You will need to arrive at the bus station before then.

The YES Retreat bus pick up (Glengall Street) is a short walk from Grand Central Station

When does the YES Retreat end?

The YES Retreat ends at 2pm on the Sunday

A bus will take you from the YES Retreat to Belfast Grand Central Station for 3pm. Please plan your onward travel accordingly

Where will we sleep?

You will be sharing dorms or cabins at Ganaway Activity Center along with other YES Retreat participants. Bedding is provided.

Where can I get more information?

For more information about the YES Retreat please get in touch with

Josh Vaughan - YES Retreat Director (jvaughan01a@gmail.com)

Or

Claudia Teixeira - YES Retreat Administrator (claudia.teixeira@kairos-eme.org)

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