CREATING WITH OUR CREATOR
Come experience what it means to create with our Creator and impact the nations with art. The Creative Discipleship Training School is a course designed to train and equip artists to use their creative gifts as disciples of Jesus. This five-month course will take you deeper in relationship with God, help you develop your character as an artist and follower of Jesus, and prepare you for missions in all parts of society.
The Creative DTS was started in 1998 and was the first of its kind. Since the beginning our vision has been to train and equip creatives to grow in their relationship with God and to be a prophetic voice to impact the arts industry for His Kingdom.
The Creative DTS runs six different tracks: Photography, Dance, Fine Art, Music, Barista, and Writing. See below to find out which tracks are available each year.
CREATIVE
TRACKS
During this five-month DTS course, we are excited to partner discipleship training with creative tracks that will leave you inspired and empowered in the art form you choose. Tracks vary depending on the available staff and number of applicants
COURSE PLAN
LECTURE PHASE
This is the first three-month segment of the DTS. You'll dive deep into topics like hearing God's voice, intercession, evangelism, healthy relationships, God's character, missions, and more, all taught by teachers from around the world. Students are required to attend these classes each day during lecture weeks.
TRACK TIME
On Tuesday afternoons and all day Friday during the lecture phase, there will be dedicated time for you to be inspired and activated in your art form.
You'll be in your chosen creative track, where there will be training, projects, and practical application to help you grow as an artist. At the end of the lecture phase, you will have an opportunity to showcase your work in a Exhibition for the community.
OUTREACH PHASE
Outreach phase is when all DTS students travel to another country for eight weeks after the lecture phase to live and work alongside local initiatives to develop communities. It's an exciting opportunity to learn how to use your art to serve others and glorify God, as well as grow your heart for missions and other cultures. As a base we send to many places, with a main focus on working with YWAM Medical Ships in Papua New Guinea.
DTS DETAILS
DATES
September 12, 2024 - March 14, 2025
AVAILABLE TRACKS
TO BE DETERMINED
September 11, 2025 - March 13, 2026
PRICING
1. Lecture phase: 39,500 NOK
2. Outreach phase: 38,500 NOK
Total = 78,000 NOK
These costs also cover food and housing. Outreach cost is a flat rate—it remains the same regardless of the location you head to for outreach.
YWAM Ålesund offers reduced lecture phase fees for B- and C- categorized nations.
Find your category through this link https://uofn.edu/nation-category-list
Due to recent the extension of our courses, we will require a "Non-Profit Visa" for all students coming from outside a Schengen country. Check if this applies to you here. Visa process steps will be recieved following an acceptance letter.
Application can take 4-5 months to process.
