Transform Your Life, Impact the World

A 5-month intensive program designed to help you know God deeply and develop the skills to make Him known to others.

5-Month Program
Akosombo, Ghana
Community Living
DTS Community
PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Two Transformational Phases

Our DTS is divided into two distinct phases that work together to provide a comprehensive discipleship experience.

Lecture Phase

3 Months

Intensive classroom learning focused on knowing God, His word, and His world through teaching, worship, and community living.

Biblical Foundations
Hearing God's Voice
Relationships & Character
Evangelism & Missions
Lecture Phase

Outreach Phase

2 Months

Practical application in targeted areas using African arts and community development to bring people to Christ and make disciples.

Cross-Cultural Ministry
Practical Evangelism
Community Service
Discipleship Practice
Outreach Phase
SPECIALIZED TRACKS

Choose Your Focus Area

During your DTS, you can specialize in one of two tracks that align with your gifts and calling.

African Arts & Culture

African Arts

Learn traditional music, drumming, and dancing as powerful tools for evangelism and cultural connection in African contexts.

  • Beads Making
  • Traditional drumming techniques
  • African dance forms
  • Cultural storytelling
  • Worship through arts
  • Cross-cultural communication

African Cooking Skills

African Cooking Techniques

Master traditional African culinary arts, local ingredient utilization, and sustainable cooking methods passed down through generations.

  • Traditional African recipes
  • Local ingredient knowledge
  • Cultural cooking techniques
  • Food preservation methods
  • Community meal preparation

Life at DTS

Experience transformational community living at our base in Akosombo.

Community Living

Community Living

Live in intentional community with staff and other students, learning to love and serve one another as you grow together in Christ.

Worship & Prayer

Worship & Prayer

Daily corporate worship and prayer times that deepen your relationship with God and align your heart with His purposes.

Practical Service

Practical Service

Hands-on ministry experience in local villages and communities, putting your learning into practice.

Ready to Begin Your DTS Journey?

Take the next step toward a life transformed by God and equipped for His purposes.

Next Start Dates

January 15, 2026
May 20, 2026
September 10, 2026

Program Cost

Lecture Phase: $2,500 | Outreach Phase: $1,800
*Includes accommodation, meals, and training materials

Location

YWAM Neighbor Base Akosombo Ghana

Requirements

High school completion, 18+ years old, heart for God and missions, willingness to learn and serve in community.

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Start your transformative journey today!

We'll contact you within 48 hours to discuss the next steps.