2027 fl BQ pre-season event
We are looking forward to this year’s pre-season event! This one-of-a-kind weekend includes quizzer and coach training, fellowship, and an opportunity to connect with other quiz programs across the state. Whether you are a veteran program or looking to start a Bible Quizzing ministry in your church from scratch, you’ll leave this weekend equipped, empowered, and ready to be a part of the strongest Bible Quizzing District in the United Pentecostal Church.
DATES: October 16-17, 2026
LOCATION: FL District UPCI Campgrounds (5011 NW Gainesville Rd, Ocala, FL 34475)
REGISTRATION: $20 per person pre-registration; $30 at the door (early registration closes Sunday, October 4)
LODGING: The campground dorms will be available for $10 per bed. You must provide your own supervision and respect quiet times.
ROUGH ITINERARY (topics subject to change):
Friday, Oct 16th
6:00 PM - Registration
6:30 PM - Pizza Served (covered with registration)
7:00 PM - Split Sessions
All Quizzers: Group Games & Fellowship
New Coaches Session
Veteran Junior Coach Session
Veteran Senior Coach Session
9:00 PM - Gym Closed
Saturday, Oct 17th
8:30 AM - Continental Breakfast Served (covered with registration)
9:00 AM - Split Teaching Sessions A
New Quizzers: Bible Quizzing Basics
Veteran Junior Quizzer Session
Veteran Senior Quizzer Session
New Coaches Session
Veteran Junior Coach Session
Veteran Senior Coach Session
10:30 AM - Split Teaching Sessions B
All Junior Quizzer Session
All Senior Quizzer Session
All Coaches: Tournament Role Play
12:00 PM(ish) - Dismissal
frequently asked questions
Q: Is this event open to people from outside of Florida?
A: Absolutely! We would love to have you.
Q: What session should parents attend?
A: We encourage you attend the sessions your children are attending.
Q: I have a former Junior Quizzer who is going into Seniors; which sessions should he/she attend?
A: As the “New Quizzer” session is designed for brand-new quizzers, we recommend attending the “Senior Veteran” sessions.
Q: I am a former Junior Coach who will be transitioning to Seniors; which sessions should I attend?
A: You would likely benefit more from the Senior Veteran session, as the New Coach session will be covering the basics of the program.
Q: Can we come for Saturday only? If so, what is the cost?
A: Yes, we have “Saturday only” passes available for $10.
Q: Will you be providing supervision for the Quizzers Friday night?
A. Yes; we will have a full staff of volunteers organizing games and overseeing quizzer activities.
Q: Will you be providing dorm supervision?
A. While we will have staff on site to enforce “quiet time,” you must provide your own supervision for your children/teens.
Q: Who should I contact if I have additional questions?
A. Reach out to Bro Michael Guerra at FloridaSBQ@gmail.com