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The Drill Yard is FDIC’s premier training ground, dedicated to hands-on tactical instruction for first responders. Designed to replicate real-world challenges, this space offers immersive simulations in vehicle stabilization, extrication, bailout, forcible entry, and more—building the essential skills needed to perform under pressure. 

*Attendees who pre-register for any complimentary training session hosted in the Drill Yard will receive a t-shirt at the conclusion of the session. A valid FDIC 2026 badge is required to access this area.

VIEW SCHEDULE of EVENTS:

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10:00 AM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    This one-hour session provides a practical look at firefighter search operations with an emphasis on clear thinking and sound decision-making. Participants will review the basics of Vent-Enter-Search …
11:00 AM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    The Modified Minuteman hose load has gained attention for a reason. It is more than just a hose load, it is a system designed to improve deployment, mobility, and coordination on the fireground. In th …
  2. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    You will experiance how this lifesaving, revolutionary technology,  is redefining firefighter safety across the country.  You will be able to see (and try ) how breathing through a separate air line i …
  3. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Come check out all that the Wood’s Forcible Entry Door team and Training Solutions has to offer. We will be conducting live demonstrations using the Wood’s Forcible Entry Door Kit and its various acce …
12:00 PM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Fire Maul Tools invites you to come put a wide range of products to the test.  Just as situation drives tactics so should your tools.  Come find out why!
  2. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Real Incidents, Proven Survival Techniques, IAFF-Certified Instructors.The IAFF Fire Ground Survival (FGS) & Fire Fighter Rescue program is the most comprehensive survival skills and Mayday prevention …
  3. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Experience realistic at-height firefighter training scenarios powered by TruBlue Technologies during this live demonstration session. Using the Taylor’d Systems prop and the Mobile Training Tower, fir …
1:00 PM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Urban Rope Rigging & Vertical Mobility is a live drill yard demonstration showcasing modern rope access techniques applied to technical rescue operations. Instructors will demonstrate efficient vertic …
  2. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Women in Fire is excited to participate in the 2026 Lucas Oil Stadium Hands-On Training at FDIC. Our cadre will be hosting a dynamic session focused on techniques for Residential Fire Attack and Prima …
  3. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Alternatives is the name of the game for any rescue. In this interactive one-hour session, Advanced Rescue Solutions will present various ways of set-up and packaging patients for Confined Space Rescu …
  4. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    This hands-on course introduces participants to the capabilities and practical applications of the MASKhaze Smoke Simulation Film and the MASKhaze SRTmaze Modular Training Maze. The session begins wit …
  5. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    This Drill Yard session will focus on how departments can maximize training opportunities using the Taylor’d Series 40+ container-based training system. Designed for versatility and repetition-based s …
2:00 PM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    120 mins
    This class focuses on using ground ladders to support aggressive search operations. Students will learn ladder placement for window-initiated search, victim access, and rapid removal.
  2. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    You will experiance how this lifesaving, revolutionary technology,  is redefining firefighter safety across the country.  You will be able to see (and try ) how breathing through a separate air line i …
3:00 PM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Good drills and skills help reinforce the message and allow you to identify gaps in understanding.  Grant walks through some simple drills using crawl-walk-run and shows how to setup search scenarios …
3:30 PM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    This class focuses on practical techniques to make ladder operations safer, easier, and more efficient for firefighters of all sizes and strength levels. Participants will learn simple, repeatable met …
4:30 PM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    This 1-hour hands-on drill focuses on controlled, finesse-based techniques for gaining entry through locked elevator doors using a door simulator. Participants will then transition into best practices …
10:00 AM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Urban Rope Rigging & Vertical Mobility is a live drill yard demonstration showcasing modern rope access techniques applied to technical rescue operations. Instructors will demonstrate efficient vertic …
  2. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Real Incidents, Proven Survival Techniques, IAFF-Certified Instructors.The IAFF Fire Ground Survival (FGS) & Fire Fighter Rescue program is the most comprehensive survival skills and Mayday prevention …
  3. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Alternatives is the name of the game for any rescue. In this interactive one-hour session, Advanced Rescue Solutions will present various ways of set-up and packaging patients for Confined Space Rescu …
  4. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Please come and experience the attributes of reading smoke and gas detection in a VR training environment. (Demos hourly Thursday-Saturday)
  5. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    780 mins
    This Drill Yard session will focus on how departments can maximize training opportunities using the Taylor’d Series 40+ container-based training system. Designed for versatility and repetition-based s …
11:00 AM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    The Flat Load remains one of the most adaptable hose loads in the fire service. In this session, Kyle Romagus expands on his Brass Tacks instruction and demonstrates how the Flat Load can be configure …
  2. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Please come and experience the attributes of reading smoke and gas detection in a VR training environment. (Demos hourly Thursday-Saturday)
  3. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Come check out all that the Wood’s Forcible Entry Door team and Training Solutions has to offer. We will be conducting live demonstrations using the Wood’s Forcible Entry Door Kit and its various acce …
12:00 PM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Urban Rope Rigging & Vertical Mobility is a live drill yard demonstration showcasing modern rope access techniques applied to technical rescue operations. Instructors will demonstrate efficient vertic …
  2. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Fire Maul Tools invites you to come put a wide range of products to the test.  Just as situation drives tactics so should your tools.  Come find out why!
  3. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    You will experiance how this lifesaving, revolutionary technology,  is redefining firefighter safety across the country.  You will be able to see (and try ) how breathing through a separate air line i …
  4. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Please come and experience the attributes of reading smoke and gas detection in a VR training environment. (Demos hourly Thursday-Saturday)
  5. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Experience realistic at-height firefighter training scenarios powered by TruBlue Technologies during this live demonstration session. Using the Taylor’d Systems prop and the Mobile Training Tower, fir …
2:30 PM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Come check out all that the Wood’s Forcible Entry Door team and Training Solutions has to offer. We will be conducting live demonstrations using the Wood’s Forcible Entry Door Kit and its various acce …
3:00 PM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Women in Fire is excited to participate in the 2026 Lucas Oil Stadium Hands-On Training at FDIC. Our cadre will be hosting a dynamic session focused on techniques for Residential Fire Attack and Prima …
  2. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Alternatives is the name of the game for any rescue. In this interactive one-hour session, Advanced Rescue Solutions will present various ways of set-up and packaging patients for Confined Space Rescu …
  3. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    This hands-on course introduces participants to the capabilities and practical applications of the MASKhaze Smoke Simulation Film and the MASKhaze SRTmaze Modular Training Maze. The session begins wit …
  4. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Please come and experience the attributes of reading smoke and gas detection in a VR training environment. (Demos hourly Thursday-Saturday)
  5. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Experience realistic at-height firefighter training scenarios powered by TruBlue Technologies during this live demonstration session. Using the Taylor’d Systems prop and the Mobile Training Tower, fir …
4:00 PM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    This 1-hour hands-on drill focuses on controlled, finesse-based techniques for gaining entry through locked elevator doors using a door simulator. Participants will then transition into best practices …
  2. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Women in Fire is excited to participate in the 2026 Lucas Oil Stadium Hands-On Training at FDIC. Our cadre will be hosting a dynamic session focused on techniques for Residential Fire Attack and Prima …
  3. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Please come and experience the attributes of reading smoke and gas detection in a VR training environment. (Demos hourly Thursday-Saturday)
9:00 AM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Urban Rope Rigging & Vertical Mobility is a live drill yard demonstration showcasing modern rope access techniques applied to technical rescue operations. Instructors will demonstrate efficient vertic …
  2. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Alternatives is the name of the game for any rescue. In this interactive one-hour session, Advanced Rescue Solutions will present various ways of set-up and packaging patients for Confined Space Rescu …
  3. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    This hands-on course introduces participants to the capabilities and practical applications of the MASKhaze Smoke Simulation Film and the MASKhaze SRTmaze Modular Training Maze. The session begins wit …
  4. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Come check out all that the Wood’s Forcible Entry Door team and Training Solutions has to offer. We will be conducting live demonstrations using the Wood’s Forcible Entry Door Kit and its various acce …
10:00 AM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    Understanding flow is only part of the equation. Knowing when and how to apply it with the right nozzle makes the difference. In this hands-on session, Jerry Herbst expands on the Know Your Flow princ …
11:00 AM
  1. The Stadium Drill Yard, Booth 1012
    60 mins
    This 1-hour hands-on drill focuses on controlled, finesse-based techniques for gaining entry through locked elevator doors using a door simulator. Participants will then transition into best practices …

THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 SPONSORS

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Elkhart Brass
Mj Huner
Zumro
LION
Wood's Forcible Entry
Head Rush Technologies
International Association Of Firefighters
Taylord
Harken Inc
Maskhaze Llc
Lifeline Fire Hose
MobileTraining Towers