Ave Maria Youth Conference
July 11-13, 2025 The Ave Maria University 2025 Youth Conference
To get the Early Bird Registration rate of $160.00 you must let the youth minister, Nancy Valdes, know of your desire to register prior to April 1st. After April 1st ,the registration rate will be $195.00.
The Ave Maria University 2025 Youth Conference is at Ave Maria University, 5050 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria, FL 34142 (20 miles east of Naples Florida).
Students and chaperones will stay in the dorms on campus. Each room will have its own separate shower and bathroom. Chaperones will stay in a separate room but near the students they are with. We will have chaperones for each gender we are bringing. Other considerations-some spending money ($20), bug spray, sunscreen, water bottle, rosary, bible, journal, a pen, and lots of sleep because we won’t be doing much of that here!
Who can attend?
Any high school student from rising freshman (8th graders going into 9th grade in the fall) to graduating seniors.
What is it all about?
A weekend full of dynamic talks, moving music, prayer, adoration, Mass and the opportunity to make some incredible friends!
Why should I come?
It is an awesome opportunity to come to know God in a more personal way and be able to spread the joy of being a Catholic with others.
How much does it cost?
$160 per person (adults and students) EARLY BIRD ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL APRIL 1ST
$195 per person (adults and students).
This includes lodging, meals, plus a VERY COOL t-shirt!
The only additional cost is $35 per person for transportation to and from the event.
What do I need to bring?
Toiletries, bedding/sleeping bag, pillow, towel, comfortable and modest clothes. The beds are extra long twin beds so flat sheets or sleeping bags work best. Bring warm blankets the rooms can get cold! It’s like camping indoors!
Who is going?
High school students from across the state of Florida and more! (Approximately 800 will be in attendance)
Contact your parish youth minister to attend with your group.
Nancy Valdes
call (904) 284-3811 or email: nancy.valdes@sacredheartcatholicchurch.org