This entry-level school is a highly disciplined program that provides a biblical foundation in the arts, and develops skills in a variety of artistic mediums. Daily lectures are given by visiting artists and resident faculty. The course includes art history, principles of design, techniques of drawing, introduction to life drawing, foundations of color theory, and introduction to painting.

Discipleship Training School (DTS) at YWAM Taichung is a five month program blending classroom learning, small group activities, personal reflection, practical service, and community living. 

Most often, the training comes in two parts: lecture phase and outreach phase.