Dates:
2027
Lecture Phase - July 18 - October 9
Outreach Phase - October 9 - December 6
Discipleship Bible School
What if the whole family could grow deeper in God’s Word together?
At YWAM Matamata, our DBS is designed with all generations in mind — creating a space where singles, couples, parents, children and grandparents can encounter God and discover the richness of His Word together.
This is more than studying the Bible. It’s about allowing Scripture to shape our identity, relationships, marriages, parenting, families and calling, while learning to live out our faith in everyday life and mission.
Come as you are. Come as a family.
Grow in the Word. Grow together. Live the mission.
What is a DBS?
A Discipleship Bible School (DBS) is an opportunity to go deeper with God, discover His Word, and learn what it means to follow Jesus in everyday life.
Over the course of the school, students explore the Bible in an interactive and practical way, learning how the story of Scripture connects from Genesis to Revelation and how God’s Word speaks into our identity, relationships, calling, and everyday lives.
A DBS is more than just studying the Bible — it’s about knowing God and making Him known. Students are encouraged to grow in their relationship with God, develop a biblical worldview, and discover how Scripture can shape the way we live, serve, lead, and influence the world around us.
Whether you are new to the Bible or have been following Jesus for many years, a DBS provides a space to learn, grow, ask questions, build community, and be transformed by God’s Word.
Student Fees
(in New Zealand Dollars)
IMPORTANT: You will receive an invoice upon arrival. We do not recommend that you pay all your school fees ahead of time as you will need to show you have sufficient funds in your bank account to enter the country. However you will need to pay a non-refundable $500 room deposit 30 days before your arrival to secure your room. (This is part of your total fees).
Lecture Phase Fees:
$5,800.00 NZ Dollars per student.
(covers Lecture fees, food, 12 weeks accommodation and administration fee)
U of N Fee: If you want to be registered for your course with the University of the Nations each student will need to pay $50NZD. This is optional, but if you want to further study or staff with YWAM you will need to be registered. (This is to be paid on the first week of the course, separate to other fees)
Prices for Children:
(covers food, accommodation, base school & creche fees)
$1900.00 for 10 to 18 Years (while still at school)
$1500.00 for 2 to 9 Years
$1100.00 for 6 months to under 2 Years
$500.00 for under 6 months
Outreach Phase Fees:
$4000-6000 NZ per student
$2500 - $5000 per child
varies depending upon location
(covers airfare & ground fees--transportation, accommodation, and food)
Please Note:
Accommodation before and/or after the school dates will be an extra cost ie. the week of debrief and graduation after outreach will be an extra cost for the week.
All prices in New Zealand Dollars
Goods and Sales Tax (GST) is included and has to be paid by both New Zealand and Overseas students
