You’re not just looking to be trained, you’re ready to be trusted. CR LABS is a hands-on, high-impact track within the Circuit Rider Experience that gives you more than a seat in the room, it gives you a role in the mission. Designed for leaders-in-the-making who are hungry to grow and ready to lead, this is your invitation to step beyond theory and start building. From campus outreach to music to media, you’ll be trained, equipped, and integrated into our teams to bring the gospel to life.

Movement Labs

Learn how to preach, plan, and lead college outreach that makes a real impact.

Sound Labs

Grow your musical skill and creativity while playing in a band and leading worship that carries mission.

Media Labs

Join our media team and use your creative skills to tell stories, build campaigns, and move the mission forward.

MovementLabs

Overview:
Get trained as a messenger and step into real leadership by helping build and lead a Carry The Love tour. You’ll develop practical skills in outreach strategy, communication, and leadership. All of this happens while integrating with our outreach staff teams. This is the place for preachers, planners, and culture-shapers who want to see a generation reached on campuses around the world.
Start Date:
AUG 15, 2025
Price:
$5,000 (Housing/Experience)
+ $3,000 (Outreach)
App Deadline:
JULY 15, 2025
Duration:
8 MONTHS
Needed Positions:
Tour Leaders, Outreach Organizers
Pre-Requisites
At least one year of ministry experience. Actively being discipled and participating in a christian community.
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SoundLabs

Overview:
CR Sound Labs is for musicians who want to grow in skill and spirit. You’ll learn how to play in a band, support worship, and move from just “knowing your part” to truly creating as a team. With personalized coaching, jam sessions, and real opportunities to lead, Sound Labs helps you grow musically while keeping Jesus at the center of it all.
Start Date:
AUG 15, 2025
Price:
$5,000 (Housing & Experience)
+ $3,000 (Outreach)
App Deadline:
JULY 15, 2025
Duration:
8 MONTHS
Needed Positions:
Guitar player, bass player, drummer, keys player, producer and sound engineer.
Pre-Requisites
At least one year of ministry experience. Actively being discipled and participating in a christian community. Advanced Music Skills.
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MediaLabs

Overview:
CR Media Labs pulls you into the creative heart of Circuit Riders. Whether it’s video, photo, design, writing, social media, or live streaming, you’ll work alongside our media team to create content that inspires and mobilizes. This isn’t a classroom. It’s real campaigns, real deadlines, and real storytelling with eternal impact.
Start Date:
AUG 15, 2025
Price:
$5,000 (Housing & Experience)
+ $3,000 (Outreach)
App Deadline:
JULY 15, 2025
Duration:
8 MONTHS
Needed Positions:
Photography, Graphic Design, Videography, Art Director, Motion Graphic Artist, Web Developer, Web Designer, SM Manager Copywriter, Project Manager and Content Creator.
Pre-Requisites
Intermediate to advanced media skills. At least one year in a recognized ministry school. Experience with media-related projects in a ministry context. Strong communication and teamwork skills. The ability to manage multiple projects, and a passion for purpose-driven media.
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Why CR Labs?

Because you’re not here to spectate. You’ve been through the fire of conviction and passion, but you’re looking for the next step. Something that stretches you, shapes you, and actually trusts you with real responsibility. CR LABS is designed for that exact kind of leader-in-the-making. You’ll get the same training as our Circuit Rider Experience students, but with an added layer of ownership, mentorship, and opportunity.

CR LABS exists for those who know they’re made for more. You don’t need hype. You need hands-on. You don’t need more content. You need a context to build. This is where you grow in skill, take your place on mission, and step into the calling God’s placed on your life. If you’re ready, we’re ready.

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FAQ

Q. What is CR Labs?

CR Labs is a hybrid experience between Circuit Rider Experience and our internship, where you will experience the core curriculum of our CRX but also work part-time with either our movement team, music team or media team.

 

Q. Where is CR Labs located?

The program is located in Huntington Beach, California.

 

Q. What is the cost of the program and what does it cover?

The full tuition is $5000, which includes your housing in Huntington Beach for 4 months (mid-Aug to mid-Dec) and includes all your sessions in CR Experience and your training within your skill set. The outreach cost is approx $3000 depending on your location.

 

Q. What are the payment deadlines for the program?

• First deposit (non-refundable): $1100 due by July 15th
• Full tuition: $3900 due by September 1st
• Outreach Fee: $3000 minimum by September 1 (additional outreach costs vary by location)

 

Q. When does CR Labs start and what are the phases?

Phase 1: Arrival August 15th with all of our staff for one month of training and onboarding into either our movement, media, or music teams.
Phase 2: October 1 – start the hybrid experience of working part-time and participating in the Circuit Rider Experience.
Phase 3: Early January hit the road for outreach and put your training and work into practice.

 

Q. What if I have my own housing in Huntington Beach?

If you have your own housing we are happy to work with you, simply reach out to [email protected].

 

Q. What skills and experience are required to join CR Labs?

The program is designed for individuals with intermediate to advanced skills in media, music, and pioneering leadership, providing an opportunity to apply and further develop their skills through practical experience. This is a program with people with prior experience not those who are just getting their start. Instead, Circuit Riders is designed for those who are ready to take their first steps of growing as a leader.

 

Q. What are the expressions of CR Labs?

CR Labs includes CR SoundLabs, CR MediaLabs, and CR MovementLabs, each focusing on different aspects of media, music, and leadership development.

 

Q. Is there a discount for those who have already finished a YWAM DTS?

Yes, for more information, please reach out to [email protected]