This drill is designed for individuals who were not on the original invite list but would like to be considered for one of the Customer/Open match slots.

We will evaluate your ability to safely manipulate firearms and engage targets under time, pressure, and physical stress.

Submission Instructions

• Record a continuous video of yourself completing the drill.

• Ensure the shot timer or stopwatch is visible at the end to show total time.
• Clearly show the target with all hits after the final shot.
• This drill uses Virginia Count scoring: You must fire exactly 8 rounds, and all 8 must hit the target. Misses or makeup shots are not permitted.

• Submit your video by one of the following methods:

• Instagram: Post the video and tag us @daraholsters
• Email: Send the video (titled “Drill Submission”) to Support@daraholsters.com if you do not have social media

Important Notes

• Limited slots available.
• Completing the drill within the defined parameters does not guarantee an invite.
• Selected participants are responsible for all associated costs, including:
• Registration
• Travel & lodging
• Ammunition
• Personal equipment

Lunch will be provided at the match.

Required Equipment & Range Setup

• Camera or phone – to record the drill for review or submission
• Rifle with sling – 2 magazines
• Pistol – 2 magazines
• Belt setup – includes holster and magazine carriers for both rifle and pistol
• Weight implements – one (1) approximately 60 lbs object or two (2) objects totaling approximately 60 lbs
• Acceptable options: dumbbells, kettlebells, sandbags, buckets filled with sand/rock, etc.
• Shot timer or stopwatch – for measuring total time
• Eye and ear protection – mandatory safety equipment
• Target – 1x IDPA or USPSA-style cardboard target (approx. 18" W x 30" H)
• Position markers – 2–4 cones, flags, or visible paint marks to designate shooting positions (10 and 30 yards)
• Range space – must safely accommodate:
  • A clear shooting lane out to 30 yards
  • Backward or lateral movement between positions

Time & Accuracy Standards

• • • Round Count – 4 rifle rounds, 4 pistol rounds
    • Magazines – loaded with more than the minimum required rounds (to verify proper clearing)
    • Accuracy Standard – All shots must impact anywhere on the target.
    • Time Limit –40 seconds

Drill Instructions

Range Setup:

• One target
• Two shooting positions:
• Position 1: 10 yards
• Position 2: 30 yards

Implements:

• Begin at the 10-yard line
• Must total at least 60 lbs
• Carry options:
• Farmers carry two implements
• Single implement carried above the waist

Starting Position:

• Shooter starts at the 10-yard line, within 1 ft of the weight implements, facing downrange
• Both rifle and pistol are made ready before the start
• Rifle at low ready
• Pistol holstered

Engagement 1 (10-yard line):

• At the beep:
1. Fire 2 rounds at the target with the rifle, then clear the rifle
2. Fire 2 rounds with the pistol, then clear and holster the pistol
3. Pick up the weight implement(s) and move to the 30-yard line

Engagement 2 (30-yard line):

• Drop the implement(s) over the 30-yard line
• Repeat the same shooting sequence:
1. 2 rounds with rifle
2. 2 rounds with pistol
• Time stops after the final shot
• Firearms do not need to be cleared before time stops