“It's a life-changing experience that I want to have every year. I come back, and I feel like I'm revived all over again. ”
Selena FloresUW volunteerTexas, U.S.A.

The Ultimate Workout is a unique mission project designed for teenagers in high school. Stripped of electronics, parents, and other familiar comforts, volunteers step into the mission field in search of a fresh perspective on the world, relationships, and God. During the project, volunteers live in spartan conditions while building a church or school, coordinating outreach for the local community, and strengthening their personal connection to Jesus Christ. The Ultimate Workout is Maranatha’s most adventurous project–and the most popular!

Ultimate Workout 35 (2025)Find out what adventures await you this year on Maranatha's Ultimate Workout. Learn More
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