# School of Worship ## Step into your calling as an impactful Worship Leader [ Upcoming Courses ](#up-coming-courses) ## Course Objective The **School of Worship (SOW)** is an intensive 11-week program designed to cultivate true worshipers who lead others into God’s presence. By deepening your musical abilities and understanding of worship, you’ll learn to create and lead worship experiences that glorify God and inspire transformation. This course emphasises personal growth, skill development, and the Biblical foundations of worship, equipping you to impact communities through authentic worship. ## Designed For This course is ideal for individuals who have completed a Discipleship Training School (DTS) (a prerequisite for the SOW) and are passionate about worship ministry. Whether you’re an aspiring worship leader, musician, or wanting to deepen your understanding of worship, SOW provides the training and experience to enhance your calling to serve in worship in the nations. ## Course Benefits ### Discover the advantages of enrolling in our program and how it can help you achieve your goals. ### Comprehensive Worship Training Gain a holistic understanding of worship, including its Biblical and historical foundations. ### Musical Skill Enhancement Develop your musical talents through practical sessions in songwriting, band dynamics, and recording. ### Leadership Development Learn to lead worship effectively, understanding the character and responsibilities of a worship leader. ### Spiritual Growth Deepen your relationship with God, exploring the role of worship in spiritual warfare and missions. ### Creative Expression Explore various forms of creative expression to enrich worship experiences and engage congregations. ## Course Overview ### Discover the topics and materials covered in the course, outlining the key areas of study and learning objectives. The SOW curriculum is structured around three key areas: **Hands:** Engage in practical skill development, including worship leading, band practice, songwriting, recording, and creative expressions.This comprehensive approach ensures a balanced development of knowledge, character, and practical abilities. ‍ **Heart:** Focus on the character of a worshiper, the role of worship in intercession and spiritual warfare, and knowing God through worship. **Head:** Study the Biblical and historical basis of worship, including an inductive study of the Psalms and the history of worship in the church. ## Hands ![A close up image of a hand working on a sound system during worship.](https://ywamlausanne.com/media/webflow/677d40418745bd1f194d0a21_practical-05.webp) ## Heart ![A student kneeling down on the ground among others in a classroom during worship school.](https://ywamlausanne.com/media/webflow/677d4041db5dd6bad3053e04_Worship-06.webp) ## Head ![A close up image of a man worshipping with his one arm up in the air.](https://ywamlausanne.com/media/webflow/677d4041f431a8b80e8bf938_Worship-07.webp) ![Two students singing into microphones on a stage with their arms up in the air and eyes closed.](https://ywamlausanne.com/media/webflow/677d42388683ce448565ee33_Worship-09.webp) ## Course Activities In this school you’ll participate in a variety of activities designed to enhance your character growth and what it means to glorify God throughout your life. These include lectures from international speakers, small group discussions, community living, daily practical ministries, personal study, worship, intercession times and field trips. ‍ This diverse range of experiences ensures a holistic approach to learning, allowing you to grow your understanding and expression of worship and to share God's love with others. ‍ **These activities are designed to produce specific outcomes:** ### Practical Worship Leading Experience Lead worship sessions in diverse settings, applying learned principles and receiving constructive feedback. ### Songwriting & Composition Skills Create and refine original worship songs, enhancing your ability to contribute creatively to worship ministries. ### Band Dynamics & Team Collaboration Develop skills in assembling and leading musical groups, understanding team dynamics, and fostering unity. ### Recording & Production Knowledge Gain hands-on experience in recording worship music and learning the basics of sound engineering and production. ### Cross-Cultural Ministry Exposure Experience worship in different cultural contexts during outreach, broadening your perspective and adaptability. ### Creative Worship Expressions Explore various forms of artistic expression in worship, such as dance, visual arts, and drama, to engage congregations more fully. ## Explore Our Upcoming Courses Year 2026 2027 2028 Quarter Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 LanguageEnglishLocationLausanneCourseSOW[Clear](#main) Showing 1 results of 0 items. highlight Filtering by: Tag ![close icon ](https://ywamlausanne.com/media/webflow/676ab8e994cd2fb6bea66e42_close.svg) Course Language Dates Quarter Fee SortCourseLanguageDatesQuarterFee 2027 School of Worship SOW Q3 Lausanne School Of Worship 30 Jun 2027 17 Sept 2027 3990 3,500-5,000 English SOW School of Worship EN 30 Jun – 17 Sept 2027 Q3 Fee3,990 Outreach3,500–5,000 [Apply](https://app.ywamlausanne.com/s/login/SelfRegister?language=en_US&startURL=/s/?sch=2027Q3SOW&std=2027-07-01&end=2027-09-16)[Explore](https://ywamlausanne.com/sow) ## Want more information? 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For the next 72 hours only, receive CHF 1,500 off tuition for the School of Worship at YWAM Lausanne — beginning 1 July 2026 in the heart of Switzerland. - Deepen worship leadership and biblical understanding - Hands-on training in music, songwriting, and ministry - Grow with an international community in Switzerland 5 places · Q3 2026 · Apply by 12:00 CET, 11 June 2026 [Find Out More](https://ywamlausanne.com/journals/special-offer-for-upcoming-school-of-worship) [Special Offer](#)