THE RIDE NATURE DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM

Do you have a passion for youth, mission’s, and action sports? Are you interested in being a part of a 6 month discipleship program?

The Ride Nature discipleship program exists as a home base to EQUIPESTABLISH, and EMPOWER individuals seeking to lead action sports focused outreach within their local community and all around the world. With opportunities at each of our Ride Nature headquarters, our goal is to continue multiplying action sports leaders to the ENDS of the earth! If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask. If you are interested in receiving more information before jumping into the application please email us at info@ridenature.com or fill out the contact form listed. We are stoked to hear from you and looking forward to hopefully having you a part of one of our discipleship programs.

 
 

FLORIDA DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM

  • RIDE NATURE DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM (Fort Myers, FL)

    • This is a 5.5 month full-time DISCIPLESHIP program based out of Fort Myers, Florida.

    JANUARY-JUNE SEMESTER COST: $3,000

    • This price INCLUDES all DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM FEES, MINISTRY RESOURCES, BOOKS, HOUSING, utilities, LOCAL OUTREACH AND (1) DOMESTIC MISSION TRIP with all expenses included as well.

    • This cost DOES NOT include personal expenses such as gas, insurance, or food. Those costs would need to be raised individually. additionally any international mission trips. Our hope and prayer is that all students take the opportunity to go on at least 1 international mission trip.

    JULY-DECEMBER SEMESTER COST: $3,000

    • This price includes everything listed above.

    DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW

    • Daily Biblical classes on theology, biblical studies, spiritual disciplines, local ministry, overseas missions, and more.

    • Leadership development through hands on experience being a part of skate, surf, and wake outreach.

    • Experience with leading weekly outreach at local skateparks, the beach, and/or at the cablepark.

    • Make sure to check out the weekly schedule via the FLORIDA location page.

    • Spiritual growth and development through daily classes, Biblical teaching, and one on one discipleship.

    • Opportunities to assist with leading and coordinating local outreach events in the community.

    • Hands on training and experience while serving (2) shifts per week on the coffee bar at The House of Ride Nature - Fort Myers.

    • Involvement with global missions while assisting in the prayer, planning, prep, and involvement of at least (1) international and domestic mission trip during your time with the organization.

    • The men’s and women’s discipleship homes are separate and we do not offer or allow mixed gender living arrangements.

    • Both homes are fully furnished and we have everything you need for the time of the program.

      • If you would like to bring your own bedding, the beds are all twin beds.

      • We also would encourage you to bring your own surfboard, skate stuff, wakeboard, and/or mountain bike if you’d like to be a part of local bike ministry.

    PRE-REQUISITES

    • Must be 18-24.

    • We are looking for individuals who are interested in growing spiritually and are hungry to be poured into.

      • We use the acronym; F.A.T. (Faithful, Available, Teachable.

    • The discipleship program is a full-time program without the ability to work part-time or have a part-time job.

    • Must be willing to relocate to Fort Myers, FL during the time of the program.

    • Responsible for covering any personal living experiences or personal bills.

    • Have a teachable spirit and be willing to serve and lead as needed.

    • Be willing to lead by example in your attitude, conduct, and speech.

    PROGRAM SCHEDULE

    • January 1 - June 14

    • July 5 - December 20

 

CALIFORNIA DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM

  • RIDE NATURE CALIFORNIA DISCIPLESHIP SEMESTER

    SEMESTER OVERVIEW

    • 5 months discipleship/leadership development program based out of Oceanside, CA

    • 2 Semesters per year // Spring (March - July) & Summer (August - December)

    DISCIPLESHIP OVERVIEW

    • Spiritual development through daily Bible based classes, and one-on-one discipleship/mentorship.

    • Leadership development through hands on experience while serving action sports community.

    • Confidence building by assisting, coordinating and leading local outreach efforts.

    • Weekly outreach through surf, skate, mountain biking and *snow (snow outreach during winter season (December -April).

    • Involvement with global missions while assisting in prayer, planning, preparation and execution of at least (1) international and/or domestic mission trip during your time with the organization.

    • Check out the weekly outreach schedule at https://www.ridenature.org/california

    PRE-REQUISITES

    • Must be at least 18 years of age

    • Must be teachable by desiring to grow and be led spiritually

    • Must be willing to serve & lead by example in attitude, conduct, and speech

    • Must be committed to approximately 20-30 hrs weekly program schedule

    • Must be responsible for covering any personal living expenses / personal bills

    • Must already be living in Southern CA and/or be willing to relocate to Oceanside, California

     COST

    • $4800 for the full 5 months // $950 per month (includes all *rent, utilities, local outreach, discipleship resources & materials, and international **missions trip).

    • This amount does NOT include personal expenses such as food, cell phone, gas, car insurance, entertainment, etc.

    (Availability for part-time work (10-20 hours per week job) to offset the cost of the program.)

    • Students are expected to raise most (at least 75%) of total cost to begin and minimize need for part-time work and be able to focus 100% on the program.

    • Students will be given a giving link/page where they can direct supporters to give to them financially to help raise the funds to cover the program cost and expense.

    *Separate men's and women's housing provided. We do not offer or allow mixed gender living arrangements. Housing offered for those that are not local.

    **Depending on travel expenses and trip price, total trip cost could change.

    ***Program is designed to be part-time offering the ability to work part-time or have a part-time job. For those interested in working part-time during the program, having your own vehicle or source of transportation is highly encouraged.

    We have several local business partners that we can point students to for job opportunities and part time work.

 

LATIN AMERICA DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM

  • PROGRAMA DE DISCIPULADO EN AMÉRICA LATINA

    • Programa de discipulado de 6 meses, tiempo completo


    • SIN COSTO para estudiantes de América Latina ( incluye hospedaje y alimentación, pago visas) 


    DESCRIPCIÓN GENERAL DEL PROGRAMA DE DISCIPULADO

    • Este programa está particularmente pensado para personas provenientes de América Latina.


    • Las clases y capacitaciones son dictadas en Español. 


    • Se podría hacer alguna excepción para estudiantes de los Estados Unidos u otro país, siempre y cuando cumplan con el prerrequisito de hablar español fluido.


    • El programa se centra en el desarrollo de liderazgo a través de la experiencia práctica en actividades de skate y surf con la comunidad. 


    • Experimentar el liderar semanalmente en actividades de alcance a la comunidad en parques de skate y playas. 


    • Chequea la agenda semanal en la sección de Nicaragua en nuestro sitio web.


    • Crecimiento y desarrollo espiritual en clases diarias, enseñanzas bíblicas, y discipulado uno a uno. 


    • Oportunidad de asistir en el liderazgo y la coordinación de eventos locales con la comunidad.


    • Oportunidad de participar en misiones globales de la organización y en misiones de corto plazo, asistiendo en la planificación, preparación y ejecución de las actividades. 


    • El objetivo es que cada estudiante participe al menos una vez en una misión nacional o internacional durante su programa con la organización.


    • Las casas de los discipulados de mujeres y hombres se encuentran separadas y no ofrecemos ni permitimos alojamiento mixto.


    • Ambas casas están totalmente equipadas y encontrarán en ellas todo lo que necesiten en el transcurso del programa.


    • En caso de que quieras traer tus propias sábanas, las camas son tamaño twin.


    • También te invitamos a traer tu propia tabla de surf o skate. En caso de que no puedas, contamos con suficientes tablas a disposición.


    PRERREQUISITOS

    • Tener 18 años o más.

    • Hablar español fluido

    • Buscamos personas interesadas en crecer espiritualmente y deseosas de aprender. 


    • Usamos las siglas F.A.T. (que equivale en inglés a Fiel, Disponible, Dispuesto a aprender)


    • El programa de discipulado es a tiempo completo, y no permite tener un trabajo de medio tiempo.

    • Deberán costearse los gastos de viaje (ida y vuelta). 


    • Responsable de costear todo gasto personal o extra.


    • Estar predispuesto y querer servir y liderar según sea necesario.


    • Estar dispuesto a liderar dando el ejemplo con tu actitud, conducta y discurso. 


    AGENDA DEL PROGRAMA

    • Enero - Junio

    • Julio - Diciembre

  • LATIN AMERICA DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM

    • 6 month full-time discipleship program.

    • COST: FREE for students coming from Latin America.

    DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM OVERVIEW

    • This program is specifically organized and being offered for individuals who are from Latin America.

      • The classes and training are all in Spanish.

      • There are some situations where we would make an exception to allow a student to come from the States or another country but the ability to speak fluent Spanish is a prerequisite.

    • The program is centered around leadership development through hands on experience being a part of skate and surf outreach.

    • Experience with leading weekly outreach at local skateparks and the beach.

    • Make sure to check out the weekly schedule via the NICARAGUA location page.

    • Spiritual growth and development through daily classes, Biblical teaching, and one on one discipleship.

    • Opportunities to assist with leading and coordinating local outreach events in the community.

    • Involvement with global missions and short-term mission teams as you have the opportunity to assist in the prayer, planning, prep, and involvement of groups coming to serve alongside our organization on a regular basis.

    • The goal is to have each student travel on at least (1) international and domestic mission trip during their time with the organization.

    • The men’s and women’s discipleship homes are separate and we do not offer or allow mixed gender living arrangements.

    • Both homes are fully furnished and we have everything you need for the time of the program.

      • If you would like to bring your own bedding, the beds are all twin beds.

      • We also would encourage you to bring your own surfboard or skateboard but we do have numerous boards available here at the facility if you’re unable to.

    PRE-REQUISITES

    • Must be 18 or older.

    • Fluent Spanish Speaker

    • We are looking for individuals who are interested in growing spiritually and are hungry to be poured into.

      • We use the acronym; F.A.T. (Faithful, Available, Teachable)

    • The discipleship program is a full-time program without the ability to work part-time or have a part-time job.

    • Be able to cover the travel expenses or VISA requirements.

    • Responsible for covering any personal or extra living experiences or personal bills.

    • Have a teachable spirit and be willing to serve and lead as needed.

    • Be willing to lead by example in your attitude, conduct, and speech.

    PROGRAM SCHEDULE

    • January - June

    • July - December