

Entering our 17th year, this is Your Shot.
Select your city and start your journey.
Register online and take the first step towards being selected.
You don't need any DJ experience to enter.
Once you're selected, you'll receive 5 weeks of complete DJ training, in person, in your city.
You'll perform your first ever DJ set in front of sold-out crowds for the most exhilarating experience of your life.
When you win, you'll fly to perform at one of the world's biggest dance music experiences.
No experience required
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Your Shot gives people with LITTLE to NO DJ experience the opportunity to learn to DJ and become part of one of the world’s largest music communities.
Applicants register online and attend their city's Selection Day to get selected. Selected Contestants will receive 5 weeks in person DJ training at The Academy in their city, where they’ll learn all the fundamentals of DJing and put together their first ever DJ set.
Following their 5 weeks of training, each Contestant will perform for the very first time at a sold out, 2-day Event Weekend in their city, competing for the major prize.
The winner from each city earns the opportunity of a lifetime: a performance at one of the world's biggest international music festivals and/or an unforgettable global music experience.
YES. That’s exactly who this is for.
Once selected, you’ll receive 5 weeks of FULL DJ training, where you’ll learn everything you need to step confidently onto the stage and play your first set!
Step 1. Submit your info HERE.
Step 2. Attend your city's Selection Day (all you have to do is show up!)
Successful applicants will be notified via email & text after Selection Day, same day.
You can also get Pre-Selected BEFORE Selection Day, meaning you’ll have a secure spot into Your Shot 2027.
Selection Day is a fun, laid-back event held once a year in each participating state. It’s free to attend, and you’re welcome to bring friends along for support (18+).
If you want to be part of Your Shot, attending your state’s Selection Day is a must.
It’s a chance for the Your Shot Team to meet you, hear why you’re excited to join, and see if you’re ready to dive into the experience.
You’ll have a quick, one-on-one chat with a team member - nothing to stress about! It’s just a vibe check to make sure you’re keen and ready to give it your all!
You are free to leave once your interview is over but you can stick around to network / enjoy some drinks!
Your Shot is designed for absolute beginners—so if you have ZERO to VERY LITTLE DJ experience and are 18 years or older by your city's Selection Day, you’re eligible to apply!
To qualify, you should be at a level where a beginner’s DJ course would seriously boost your skills.
For example, if you’re excited to learn things like:
…then Your Shot is for YOU!
Even if you’ve played a few house parties or taught yourself the basics but still have a lot to learn - you’re still eligible to apply.
However, if you’re already comfortable performing full DJ sets using USBs/Rekordbox on CDJs/Controllers and have experience playing club gigs, your skill level is too advanced for this competition.
Please note: There will be no Wild Card Category in 2027 and past Contestants are not eligible to apply.