Questions before you apply
What sets this program apart?
Most programs similar to ours break each facet into individual programs. You might find a diet program or a fitness camp, but very few bring all aspects we feel are important together in one comprehensive program. Most other programs are also short-term, with little long-term accountability and growth. The variety of techniques, depth we delve into with the youth, and length of the program bring a holistic improvement to participants.
Why does the program focus on physical and nutritional needs as well as spiritual/emotional?
We believe every person is designed to function with all of these aspects in harmony. Veritas Life Adventures was created to shape lives, with a balance between each of these components. Only with a well-balanced and properly functioning total being can you truly experience and enjoy the life you were meant to live.
What makes an ideal participant?
Our program is designed to target youth ages 15-18. These individuals desire to improve their body, mind and spirit while committing to a year-long program with three trips.
Why does the program last a year?
If a year seems too long, consider that it takes a month to build healthy habits, and a year will really build your spiritual, nutritional and physical lifestyle habits. If a year seems too short, for those who demonstrate the perseverance, desire, and availability, there will always be a way to continue as a participant, volunteer, or follower of the program.
Why can't I just pick and choose the trips I want to go on?
Every great person we know had to start at the beginning, and work their way up. Allow us to get you started, or restarted, on your journey, as you take in all the experiences that come with living life to the fullest.
Why is the number of youth participants limited to 10 per year?
Our program is designed for smaller groups in part as a nod to Jesus' nurturing of his 12 disciples. The smaller number of youths in the program also allows for better youth-to-leader ratios throughout the year. We strive to never have more than five youths per leader, with a goal of three youths per leader or less.
Why are the requirements so extensive?
We employ an extensive application and selection process to choose participants we feel truly desire change and growth. Your acceptance into the program has nothing to do with abilities, financial situation, race/culture, or religion, instead, it has everything to do with your desire, determination, and dedication to grow and change.
Must I be a Christian to participate?
No. An individual's spiritual journey is a deeply personal thing. We are a Christ-centered organization that will teach, guide, instruct, and strive to live out all that the Bible teaches. In this program, you will be guided but never coerced, instructed but never dictated, and informed without pressure of conversion.