FAQs
USA FAQs
Your Shot USA is here to change the game. This one-of-a-kind competition gives people with little to no DJ experience the chance to learn how to DJ, perform live, and become part of a global music community.
Here’s how it works:
- Apply online and attend your city's Registration Day.
- If selected, you’ll receive 6 weeks of hands-on DJ training at The Academy in your city - no experience required.
- After training, you’ll perform your first-ever live set at a massive, sold-out, two-day Event Weekend in your city.
- Winners from each city will score a life-changing prize - a set at one of the world’s biggest international music festivals or experiences.
YES. That’s exactly who this is for.
Once selected, you’ll receive 6 weeks of expert DJ training, where you’ll learn everything you need to step confidently onto the stage and play your first club-ready set.
1. Submit your info online.
2. Show up to your city’s Registration Day - that’s it!
If successful, you’ll be notified via email and text that same day.
Registration Day is a relaxed, in-person event held once a year in each participating city. It’s free to attend, and you’re welcome to bring friends (18+).
You’ll have a quick, casual one-on-one chat with a Your Shot team member, it’s just a vibe check to see if you’re excited and ready to go all-in.
Expect music, energy, and community - it’s the first step of your journey.
Anyone 18+ with little to no DJ experience who’s ready to commit and give it their all.
You’re eligible if:
- You’re brand new or self-taught and want to learn from the ground up.
- 18+ years of age
This isn’t for experienced DJs - if you already play club gigs or are fluent with USBs and Rekordbox, this comp isn’t for you.
Yes. You must be 18 or older by the time of your city's Registration Day.
Absolutely.
Just make sure you’re available for:
- Registration Day
- Your weekly 3-hour training session (evening/weekend options available)
- Four weeknight group meetings (fortnightly during training)
- Your city’s Event Weekend
Yes! Whether you want to push yourself, make new friends, or just try something completely different - this experience is for YOU.
Just be ready to commit to the full program and show up with passion.
Nope!
We’ll provide you with:
- Equipment for you to learn on whilst in The Academy
- Headphones during your classes
You will need access to a laptop or computer to complete basic at-home music tasks throughout the training period.
Unfortunately, Registration Day is mandatory - it’s your only opportunity to get selected for this year’s competition.
You must attend:
1. Registration Day
2. Weekly training sessions
3. Four weeknight meetings
4. Your city’s Event Weekend
Attendance is 100% mandatory - missing key parts of the program may result in removal from the competition.
Each week, you’ll take part in:
- A 3-hour in-person training session, per week, for 6 weeks
- Guided tutorials to teach you core DJ skills
- Practice sessions, feedback, and support to build your first live set
By the end of six weeks, you’ll be confident and ready to perform in front of a crowd.
If it’s a major error (like your email or phone number), feel free to register again.
Otherwise, just let us know at Registration Day and we’ll fix it for you.
Yes! If Your Shot isn’t in your city yet, your details will be saved and you’ll be the first to know when we expand.
We’ve got you.
Email us at info@yourshot.com.au and ensure to mention you are applying for Your Shot USA - we’ll help you out!