West Coast Drill Instructor Association

05/25/2026

Memorial Day is not about celebration… it is about remembrance. It is about carrying forward the stories, values, and spirit of those who never made it home. Their sacrifice paved the way for the freedoms we live today, and their memory will forever remain etched into the soul of our nation.

As Drill Instructors, Marines, veterans, families, and patriots, we stand proud knowing we carry the torch lit by those who came before us. We honor the fallen not only with words, but through how we live, lead, and serve others each day.

“Gone, but never forgotten.”

Semper Fidelis. 🇺🇸

05/04/2026

🚨 ATTENTION ALL DRILL INSTRUCTORS 🚨

The time has come…

This September 10–13, we rally back where it all began — MCRD San Diego 🇺🇸

The West Coast Drill Instructor Association Reunion is more than an event…
It’s a return to the legacy. The brotherhood. The standard.

From the footsteps on the grinder to the impact we’ve made beyond it —
8511s & 0911s… East Coast, West Coast… it doesn’t matter.
Once a Drill Instructor… ALWAYS a Drill Instructor. 💪🔥

🎖️ Reconnect with your fellow hats
🎖️ Share stories, laughs, and legacy
🎖️ Bring your families — because they served too

🗓️ September 10–13
📍 MCRD San Diego
🌐 Registration opens May 15th at WCDIA.us

This isn’t just a reunion…
This is a call to formation.

👉 You don’t want to miss this.

12/26/2025

Merry Christmas -

We extend our deepest appreciation for the legacy you uphold and the standards you have passed from generation to generation.

10/28/2025

Veteran's and 250th USMC Ball -

10/27/2025

You don’t want to miss this event come and join us while we celebrate 250th anniversary of our beloved Corps!

10/15/2025

250th USMC and VETERANS BALL -

10/07/2025

Great times was had by all! Outstanding job from all of the Cadence Callers and 🫡 to the winners!!

08/26/2025

You won’t want to miss this!!

08/18/2025

You don’t want to miss this Reunion!!! Ohh Rahh!!

08/05/2025