Youth come meet for games with the YCT at 6:00pm!
*Schedule subject to change.
- 14 May 2025 Kalahari Youth Wednesday Schedule
- 15 May 2025 Kalahari Youth Thursday Schedule
- 16 May 2025 Kalahari Youth Friday Schedule
Opening Keynote: How to Help Our Children Survive Spiritual Battlefields - Connor Boyack
How to Win Friends and Influence People - Paul Gwilliam
From making your conversations interesting to getting out of a speeding ticket. Learn how to be more likeable. You will have to unlearn what you have learned and think differently.
They're Lying To You: Seeing Through Propaganda to Stand For Truth - Connor Boyack
Learn about the historical examples of propaganda, why those in power want to deceive us, why Satan is behind it all, and how we can see through the deceptions in order to stand for and defend truth.
Combo: Defense Against the Dark Arts - Mr. C
In a society bombarded by media produced by agendas of all kinds, a superbly-calibrated deception detector and a world-class defensive radar system are essential for preserving a clear mind. Learn how to detect and defeat some of the most insidious techniques with practical examples backed by science--and spirit.
Implementing Christlike Attributes - Thomas Blackwell
Together we will explore and learn how to implement some key attributes of The Master - to be more like Him, and to represent Him well.
Sidekick to Hero: the Power to Change Your Story - Joey Mascio
We were all born to be the hero in our own story. But sometimes, we feel like the sidekick. Sure, we’re still on Team Hero, we’re just… not in control of how our story turns out. We’re not smart enough, funny enough, or good looking enough to be confident and successful like other people are. But, there is a simple tool called the Hero Formula that will help you transform from Ron to Harry, Peeta to Katniss, C3PO to Luke! Join comedian & coach Joey Mascio as he teaches teens how to take back control of the narrative in their own lives.
How to Write YOUR Song - Paul Gwilliam
Let creativity lead your thoughts. Let your passion come out. Let inspiration guide you. Then write it down! Learn to write your own song. You might surprise yourself to learn what you can do.
Public Speaking Made Easy, Fun, and NOT Scary! - Louisa Wells
Are you nervous about giving a talk in church? Are you hoping you won’t get noticed in a big group because you don’t want to speak out? If so, you are normal! Come to this class to start your journey to beat the world’s most common fear--the fear of public speaking. And if you’re one of the rare few who actually LIKES speaking in front of a group, come learn some stand-out skills from an award-winning speaker.
We Bring About What We Talk About - Thomas Blackwell
When you change your language you will change your results, your environment, and your life. Our words are either building or destroying - the words you choose to use matter!
Sacred Music Testimony Meeting - Candice Gwilliams
Come to share with us and be filled in a beautifully rich testimony meeting. We'll discover sacred songs that have had a meaningful impact on our lives and sing them together, then share experiences testifying how music has played a roll in our lives.
How to plan youth activities people will show up for - Derek Bohon
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Combo: The Great and Dreadful Day of the Lord - Keith Longmore
How great will be the Second Coming? What’s so dreadful about it? Should I be scared or excited? Putting the Second Coming into peaceful perspective.
Hakuna Matata: No Worries with Christ - Joey Mascio
It seems teens everywhere these days are stressed, worried, and anxious. That's not a fun way to live. The good news is most teens can improve their emotional state by improving their emotional intelligence. For example, do you even know what emotions are? Where they come from? What you're supposed to do with the unpleasant ones?? The answers may surprise you. Combine improved emotional intelligence with the peace of the gospel of Jesus Christ, and anyone in ANY situation can live a life that is Hakuna Matata: worry free.
Introduction to Soap Carving - Andrew Housley
While knives with shiny metal blades look great, it is actually easier and safer to start your journey to be a master caver using wood tools to carve . . . soap. Join this class to learn how to plan out a project and turn it into reality. Materials will be provided.
Dance: Ballroom - Lily Van Komen
Come join us in learning a dance that will give you a different option to shuffling around awkwardly on the dance floor.
Combo: Hat Juggling - Paul Clegg
Come learn how to juggle. In real life. And not just hats. Maybe some fire sticks as well. Ok well maybe just some things that seem like they are on fire. Everyone wears a lot of hats and sometimes it's hard to keep them all in order and in the air. Let's talk about the ones we can keep, the ones we can let go, and then ones that really define who we are as a person.
David? Or Goliath? Which one am I most like? - Keith Longmore
How can I be confident without being prideful? Tips on avoiding the dangers of “puffed rice” and becoming like “rock candy”.
Mission Prep Panel - Lily Van Komen, Makayla Blackwell, Charity Blackwell, Milan York
Come find out what to expect on a mission from those who have served well. Grow in your ability to be spiritually prepared. Hear stories about what we would have liked to have known before our missions.
Structuring Stories that Matter - M.D. House
"The greatest storyteller who ever lived was Jesus Christ himself. Every story is a parable, with good or bad messaging. There's no such thing as ""neutral"" entertainment. How can you create foundations and structures for stories that will both entertain and enlighten?"
Combo: African Beadwork
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Big Dreams Start Small - Louisa Wells
Are you wondering what career you will choose when you grow up? Are you curious about college? Do you want to talk about trade school? Heavenly Father has a unique and wonderful plan for your life, and it requires YOU to dream big and to make small, important choices starting today. In this class you will learn more about career & life choices, spend some time preparing to make your own big decisions, and learn some small things you can do now to help you succeed.
Where did I come from? Why am I here! Where am I going? - Keith Longmore
Heavenly Father has given us the answers! Patriarchal blessings! The origins, history and power of Patriarchal Blessings.
Dance: Swing - Lily Van Komen
Come join us for a swinging good time!
Mr. C's History Hijack - Mr. C
Sometimes, learning history goes better if you get to make the decisions yourself. In this breakneck hour you get to try your wits and your luck against one of history's most puzzling scenarios, and see if you have what it takes to outwit the Fates. Not for the timid.
Dating Class - Jess Snyder
Coming Soon
Basic Self Defense Tactics - Todd Laney
Students will learn key-self defense techniques that include situational awareness, trusting instinct, basic strikes, and escape techniques from grabs and holds. We will dive into why self-defense is essential for everyone, especially women, and explore some practical techniques that are both easy to learn and highly effective.
Girls Class - That They Might Know Who They Really Are - Nicole Freeman
Coming Soon
Boys Class: Building & Creating Healthy and Heavenly Relationships - Thomas Blackwell
The ability to create healthy and heavenly relationships will serve you the rest of your lives.
Self-Confidence: Being You is Better Than Being Someone Else - Joey Mascio
If only we were someone else we would be more popular, made fun of less, and more confident. Right? Nope! Because if you were somehow able to body swap with someone else, you’d still take your brain with you–and your brain is where you sabotage yourself. Instead of hijacking someone else’s body, work on taking back control of your brain that has been hijacked by negative self-talk and personal judgments. Not only is that option ACTUALLY possible, but it’s easier than you think and you can do it TODAY. Self-confidence is possible for anyone, especially you.
Imagining the Life and Times of Barabbas, Roman Empire Lottery Winner - M.D. (Mike) House
I wrote an entire trilogy on a potential history for Barabbas, incorporating real historical events, plus the Apostle Paul and Cornelius the centurion. Barabbas was as eligible to choose a path of redemption as any of us, and in fact, he fulfilled a critical role in the fulfillment of Christ's ultimate mission.
Internet - Tool - Not Toy - Paul Clegg
The internet is a fun place to explore, or so it seems. The google gods have all kinds of answers and diversion. How can I safely navigate the dangers and distractions that the internet has to offer, making sure to use it as the helpful tool it can be and not the toy the world wants it to be?
Modesty Doesn't Have to be Hard - Bohons
Coming Soon
Creative Writing Workshop - Brandon Mull
#1 New York Times bestselling author Brandon Mull will discus they key elements he considers when creating fiction. Attendees will gain insight into how characters, relationships, trouble, decisions, and consequences serve as key ingredients to a good story. Brandon will also discus how to plan a story, how to keep the story honest, how to complete a story, and he will take questions as if you are his best friend.
Closing Keynote Speaker - Brandon Mull
Closing Keynote
