FAQs
Contestant FAQs
Your Shot will give people with LITTLE to NO DJ Experience from each state the opportunity to learn to DJ and join one of the world’s largest music communities.
Applicants will register online and attend their states Registration Day to get selected. Selected Contestants will receive 6 weeks of full DJ training, in person, at The Academy in their state, where they’ll learn all the fundamentals of DJing and put together their first ever DJ set.
Following their 6 weeks of training, each Contestant will perform for the very first time at a sold out, 2-day Event Weekend in their state, competing for the major prize.
The major prize from each state is a set at one of the world’s biggest international music festivals and/or experiences.
YES! Once you are selected into your state's finalist group, you will receive 6 WEEKS OF FULL DJ TRAINING and learn all the skills needed to take to the stage and perform your very first club set!
Step 1. Submit your info HERE.
Step 2. Attend your state's Registration Day (all you have to do is show up!)
Successful applicants will be notified via email & text after Registration Day, same day.
You can also get Pre-Selected BEFORE Registration Day, meaning you’ll have a secure spot into Your Shot 2025, more info about Pre-Selection HERE.
Registration 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 Registration 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!
It runs from 12pm - mid / late afternoon! 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 state’s Registration 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:
- Beatmatching
- Transitioning between tracks
- Using effects & the controller
- Downloading, analysing music, and planning a set
…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 2025 and past Contestants are not eligible to apply.
All selected Contestants will receive 6 weeks of in person, DJ training which consists of:
1 x 3 hour session, per week, for 6 consecutive weeks.
YES! All applicants must be 18 by the time that it's your state's Registration Day.
YES!
You just need to be available for the following:
- Registration Day in your state
- Your allocated 3-hour training session each week (weekend and evening classes available!)
- 4 x meetings at 7:30 PM on a weeknight (fortnightly within the training period) (dates provided in advance)
- Your state’s Event Weekend
That's it!
YES!
Everyone's motivations for why they sign up to Your Shot are different.
If you just want to make some friends, try something new, push yourself out of your comfort zone, you should apply!
However, all applicants should be willing to commit to the entire experience which means attending Registration Day, attending all training sessions and of course performing at the Event Weekend.
Contestants will be taught on Pioneer XDJ-RX3s for the 6 weeks.
This equipment will be the same on the Event Weekends and all Contestants will use the same equipment.
NO!
At The Academy, Your Shot will provide an XDJ-RX3 per person & headphones to practice on during your 3 hour class.
You will however need access to a laptop or computer to download and analyse music as there will be basic take home tasks to get you prepped for your upcoming DJ set.
Unfortunately due to time constraints and the volume of people that need to be interviewed, there can only be one Registration Day in each state which must be attended for a chance to move onto the next stage of the competition.
However, please contact info@yourshot.com.au for further information if attending is not an option.
The training course involves a 3 hour in-person tutorial each week for 6 consecutive weeks.
The training course is designed to teach even those with zero experience, the fundamentals of DJing.
It covers all the essentials to get you confidently up on stage at the Event Weekend.
If it’s critical you may register again i.e. email / mobile number.
If not, we can update it at Registration Day.
NO!
Unfortunately we do not accept past Contestants as there are thousands of people who want to take part year on year. You only get one shot, so make the most of it!
YES!
If your state is listed on our website, you may register.
If Your Shot does not visit your city in 2025 your expression of interest will be saved so we can notify you when it's your turn!
Contact info@yourshot.com.au.