In-Theater Airsoft

Gauntlet Run

SITADA Course Overview

The ITADA (In Theatre Airsoft Defensive Application) course is built on a foundation of self-defense scenarios and standardized shooting exercises. While these two categories are consistent across events, the layout, stage design, and course flow change with every match — keeping each experience fresh, realistic, and challenging.

What Makes ITADA Unique

One of the most exciting features of ITADA courses is that no two stages are ever exactly alike. Most stages are based on realistic or plausible situations, giving players a sense of immersion and relevance.

Because stages are designed to simulate real-life dynamics, the possibilities are endless. Each event introduces new scenarios, new angles, and new decisions, making ITADA not only an excellent skill builder, but also a consistently engaging challenge.

The ITADA Course Format

Each match includes 12 total stages:

  • 6 Self-Defense Scenarios

  • 6 Standard Exercises

Self-Defense Scenarios

These stages simulate actual or possible real-world confrontations. Expect:

  • Shooting distances between 3 to 20 feet

  • Movement between firing positions

  • Awkward or non-traditional shooting stances

  • Real-time decision-making under pressure

These scenarios are designed to build real-world application skills in a controlled, safe, and structured format.

Standard Exercises

Standard exercises are not scenario-based. Instead, they are designed to isolate and test specific skills, such as:

  • Drawing and firing from a static position

  • Sight alignment and trigger control

  • Strong-hand only and weak-hand only shooting

  • Accuracy at various distances

  • Controlled movement while shooting

These stages typically include minimal movement and fewer targets, allowing competitors to measure technical proficiency.

Standard exercises are your personal baseline — a clear way to identify strengths, track progress, and target improvement areas.

Why It Matters

ITADA matches are not about physical fitness or athleticism — they’re about precision, consistency, and decision-making. The skills you build in both self-defense and standard stages are meant to carry over into everyday confidence, better match performance, and realistic use of Airsoft replicas in simulated defensive situations.