THE DRAGON GAUNTLET
An Adventure of Courage, Skill & Dragons
The dragons are calling. Do you have what it takes to answer?
Before the courts gather for Shadow and Starlight, an extraordinary adventure awaits!
Welcome to The Dragon Gauntlet, an immersive fantasy experience where you'll test your courage, challenge your limits, and discover whether you have what it takes to become a legendary Dragon Rider.
Your Adventure Begins with Training
Every great adventurer needs the skills to face the unexpected!
Your journey begins with a hands-on martial arts and self-defense class led by experienced instructors. Learn practical techniques, and discover skills you can carry with you long after the adventure ends.
Conquer the Gauntlet
Next, it's time to leave solid ground behind!
Harness up at Tree to Tree Adventure Park and take on an aerial adventure across progressively challenging courses.
Navigate suspended bridges, swinging ropes, ladders, balance challenges, and Tarzan swings as you test your strength, determination, and courage high among the trees.
How far will your courage take you?
Discover Your Dragon
What would a Dragon Gauntlet be without dragons?
Hidden throughout the adventure are dragons waiting to be discovered. Keep your eyes open as you explore, because every Dragon Rider will have the opportunity to find a dragon companion of their very own to take home!
What's Included
Your Dragon Rider experience includes:
Guided martial arts and self-defense training
Access to the aerial adventure courses
Challenges and opportunities to earn quest patches
A dragon companion to take home
A Rider's Pack featuring a self-defense kobo
Light snacks and refreshments
Complimentary event photography and videos
THE SCRIBES
Not all legends are written from the skies. Some are recorded from below.
Prefer to keep your feet firmly on the ground? Your adventure awaits, too!
While the Dragon Riders face the challenges above, our Scribes have an important role of their own. Join fellow fantasy lovers for a more relaxed, creative experience filled with bookish magic, and a front-row view of the adventure unfolding around you.
Your Scribe Experience Includes:
Bookish Crafting: Create a fantasy-inspired keepsake to take home.
Witness the Gauntlet: Cheer on the Dragon Riders and capture their adventures from designated viewing areas.
Fantasy Fellowship: Connect with fellow book lovers and adventurers.
Light Snacks & Refreshments: Enjoy refreshments throughout your experience.
Important Information
Scribe tickets do not include martial arts training or participation in the aerial obstacle courses. Access to viewing areas and activities is subject to venue safety guidelines.
Every great adventure deserves someone to tell its story. Will you be among those who record the legend?
The Adventure Awaits!
This isn't your typical bookish event. It's an opportunity to step beyond the pages and into an adventure of your own.
Challenge yourself, make new friends, discover your dragon, and create memories worthy of legend.
The Gauntlet awaits. Will you answer the call?
Important Event Information
Cosplay is welcome but not required. Participants must wear appropriate clothing and footwear for aerial activities. Long hair and loose items must be secured before entering the courses. All participants must meet the adventure park's safety and participation requirements.
Meet Your Instructors
Martial arts training will be led by David Killian, alongside Kevin Jarvis, Ken Boltz, and Chris Neffendorf.
David is a certified instructor through the World Thai Boxing Association, with extensive training in Muay Thai, Western Boxing, Lameco Eskrima, and Lucay Lucay Kali / Jeet Kune Do. Together, the team will guide participants through practical self-defense techniques in a welcoming, hands-on environment.
Safety, Participation & Liability
Your safety is important to us! The Dragon Gauntlet includes physical activities such as martial arts training, climbing, balancing, and navigating elevated obstacle courses.
Please review the following before purchasing your ticket:
Participation Requirements: All Dragon Riders must meet the age, height, weight, and other participation requirements established by Tree to Tree Adventure Park.
Physical Activity: This experience involves moderate to strenuous physical activity. Participants should consider their physical abilities, health conditions, and comfort with heights before registering.
Appropriate Attire: Closed-toe athletic shoes and comfortable, movement-friendly clothing are required. Cosplay is welcome, but costumes must not interfere with safety equipment or movement. Long hair and loose accessories must be secured.
Safety Instructions: All participants must follow instructions provided by event staff, martial arts instructors, and adventure park personnel. Activities may be modified or restricted at the discretion of instructors or park staff for safety reasons.
Waivers & Liability: Participants will be required to review and sign applicable liability waivers before participating. Minors must have consent from a parent or legal guardian as required by the activity providers. Participation involves inherent risks, including the possibility of injury.
Weather & Activity Changes: Outdoor activities are subject to weather and safety conditions. The event organizers and adventure park reserve the right to modify, postpone, or cancel activities when necessary for participant safety.
By purchasing a ticket, you acknowledge that this experience includes physical challenges and agree to comply with all applicable safety requirements and participation policies.
We want every adventurer to have an unforgettable experience! Please contact us before purchasing if you have questions about accessibility, physical requirements, or participation restrictions.
