Solo Online Drill Winter Invitational 2025
DOJO v DOJO
Hosted by The Drill Dojo × Andres Ryan Training Dojo
Event Description
Two of the most influential training forces in the exhibition drill world are joining up for some friendly head‑to‑head competition to finish out the year. This is a community invitational built around skill, style and the perseverance to train in the cold months. If there’s a will, there’s a way and we’re asking dojo students everywhere to flex their skills in whatever space they have to drill with during these winter drill months. No uniforms, no set floor size, just throw down!
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Submit a 1:15–1:45 single‑shot video of whatever you’ve got cookin’ right now.
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We're using The Exhibition Essentials Judging system with Adam Jeup and Andres Ryan as your judges. No Uniform, No Drill Area Size Limitations. 7.5 lbs.
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Awards given to Top 3 representatives from each Dojo, and special awards given to the Overall Champion and highest Style score as well!
…and while there’s no literal “team vs team” battle, everyone in the drill community belongs to a dojo. Some rep one, some rep both, and some are dojo‑less wandering ronin waiting to be claimed…
Two Dojos. One Community. Infinite Styles. Let’s sharpen that blade.
(Not literally, but let’s level up together.)
Rules and Regulations
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Your routine must be between 1:15-1:45 in length. Pretend this is the segment BETWEEN Report In and Report Out!
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NO REPORT IN AND OUT!
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No uniforms or marked drill pad required.
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Music is Permitted (competition appropriate)
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No bayonets.
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Rifles must weigh 7.5lbs+
Exhibition Essentials Scoring System
Graded Categories:
To keep judging simple and fair, each routine will be scored in the following categories (0–100 points each, using half‑points as needed):
Difficulty (100pts): Complexity of tricks and body movements, including number of rotations and challenging orientations.
Variety (100pts): Breadth of distinct tricks and transitions; minimal repetition.
Style NEW (100pts): Personal flair and signature elements; how well the routine expresses individuality and creativity without sacrificing fundamentals.
Rifle Precision (100pts): Control of the rifle on power and flow moves. Snap when it needs to be sharp, and smoothness when it should flow.
Body Composure (100pts): Posture, balance and bearing; even without uniforms, drillers should demonstrate good hand pins and marching technique.
Overall Impression (100pts): Judge’s subjective assessment of impact, cohesion and entertainment value.
600pts PER JUDGE
1200pts TOTAL
JUDGES
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Adam Jeup
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Andres Ryan
PRIZES
If representing the Drill Dojo (www.drilldojo.com):
1) TOP 3 highest placing from this Dojo will receive a free certified sling
If representing the Andres Ryan Training Dojo (www.patreon.com/andresryan)
1) TOP 3 highest placing from the ART Dojo will receive a parts kit
The 1st Place winner between all competitors will receive:
1) A very limited print Hawaiian Themed Summer Sling
2) A full Andres Ryan training parts rifle (valued at $200)
The highest score on style will receive:
1) A special Cool S pin embedded in a solid-colored sling of their choice.
SIGN UP
Register here Dojo v Dojo Sign-up
The Registration Fee is $2.
Send registration fees to @Andres-Ryan on Venmo or $AndresRyan on CashApp
By signing up, you acknowledge that you’re doing it of your own accord, and that no hosting parties involved are liable for injuries incurred during your practice or performance for the competition.
SUBMISSION
To submit your video
The Registration Fee is $2.
By signing up, you acknowledge that you’re doing it of your own accord, and that no hosting parties involved are liable for injuries incurred during your practice or performance for the competition.
VIDEO SUBMISSION
To submit your video
Email the video to: drilldojo@gmail.com