Obstacle Warriors in Christ
Please join us on this great adventure as we embark as a Christ-centered foundation, dedicated to training the next generation to face life’s most challenging obstacles - Just as Jesus modeled for us!
About Ryan Barrantes,Â
Founder of OWCÂ
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We all have a story to tell...Â
Overcoming extreme obstacles has played a big part of my life, which I thank God for modeling this, as well as allowing His empowerment and grace to reach the heights I have today. The world in my formative years looked very scary at first for my parents, as I was diagnosed with Autism at 15 months old, when I was not speaking like other kids. Thankfully, my terrific family rallied behind me while God brought a community of incredible specialists, and together we became a Team. So much character building, while seeing each challenge as an obstacle that I could learn to conquer as a Child of God. It changed my perception, that the world is a playground for us to grow, fail, get back, and win! Victory! Scripture and our identity is in Christ alone. These years of life lessons and wisdom has helped shape who I am, so that I can become a stronger witness in this world for my Savior, and help lead many of our future generations to believe, dream and become Obstacle Warriors Too! Our motto: Let every obstacle you face be an opportunity to glorify Christ”! Chazaq - be strong!
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“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” - Philippians 4:13
Q:Â Â What is OWC?
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A:  At Obstacle Warriors in Christ, we believe that every trial is an opportunity to grow stronger in Fatih, build Godly character, and glorify God through perseverance and courage. With hearts anchored in Hebrews 12:1-2, we run our race with endurance by fixing our eyes on Jesus the Ultimate Overcomer!
Q:Â Â Who is impacted and empowered?
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A:   We marvel at what God is already doing in the lives in our youth in Rwanda. We partnered up with IWSI who has graciously given us this platform to raise up by Christ discipleship and athleticism.
Q:Â Â Where is OWC?
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A:   OWC is currently in Texas and Rwanda. Hopefully we can expand further in the future. We are inspired and excited!
How YOU can help!
As an Obstacle Warrior athlete, I’ve learned that life — like the obstacle course — is full of challenges. But through faith, perseverance, and community, we can overcome anything that stands in our way. That’s why I’ve partnered with I Will Stand International to build an Obstacle Warrior Training Facility in Rwanda, Africa — a place where faith and fitness come together to strengthen hearts, minds, and bodies. This will be the first facility of its kind in Rwanda — designed not just for training athletes, but for training disciples. Our goal is to create a safe, uplifting environment where children, youth, and families can discover confidence, courage, and hope through Christ. We’ll use the challenges of the Obstacle Warrior course to teach biblical truths about endurance, perseverance, and standing firm in faith. Every obstacle becomes a lesson about life — and every victory, a testimony to God’s strength working in us. But to make this vision a reality, we need your help. Your donation will go directly toward building and equipping the facility — from construction and safety materials to outreach programs that share the love of Jesus throughout the community. Together, we can empower the next generation of Rwandan warriors!