8 Lesson DJ Course
£640
Overview
The 8-lesson (16-hour) course is a balanced programme that gives you more time to refine your skills, build confidence, and progress towards the Academy94 standard. Whether you’re a beginner looking to go beyond the basics or an intermediate DJ wanting to sharpen your craft, this pathway gives you the space to explore both technical and creative aspects of DJing in depth.
Each lesson lasts 2 hours, taught one-to-one with our professional tutors who perform weekly at international shows, festivals, and major club nights. Lessons are fully customisable to your level, allowing you to focus on what matters most to you — from beatmatching, cueing, and track structure to effects, looping, hot cues, acapellas, set-building, and multi-deck mixing.
This course does not include accreditation as standard, but Academy94 students receive 50% off the MixVault exam should you choose to be formally certified. Many intermediate DJs find that 8–16 hours is enough to reach the Academy94 standard and successfully pass MixVault.
As a bonus, this course also includes 2 hours of free Premium DJ practice time in our brand-new studio space, giving you the chance to get extra hands-on experience outside of your lessons.
If you’re unsure whether 16 hours is the right commitment for your level, simply complete our free online assessment form on the main course page. And if you’re not interested in accreditation, that’s completely fine too — this course still gives you the tools and confidence to become the best DJ you can be.
Requirements
No Experience Needed: All courses are open to complete beginners as well as experienced DJs. Lessons are tailored to your level and learning speed.
Age Requirement: Students must be 16+. Individuals under 18 years of age require parental/guardian consent.
Commitment: Each lesson lasts 2 hours. To progress effectively, students should commit to attending their chosen block of lessons (4, 8, or 12).
Equipment: All professional DJ equipment and software are provided in the Academy94 studio. Students are encouraged to bring their own USBs, playlists, or music libraries.
Headphones: Students should bring a pair of DJ headphones (we can advise on suitable options if needed).
Accreditation: Students wishing to gain Academy94 certification must complete a MixVault exam. This is included in the Ultimate 12-lesson course and discounted by 50% for Academy94 students on the 4-lesson or 8-lesson courses.
One-on-One Tuition
Lessons are delivered one-on-one at our Leeds studio, offering personalised instruction tailored to your pace and goals. Group lessons are not part of the curriculum, ensuring focused and effective learning.
Flexible Scheduling
The course includes eight two-hour lessons, which can be booked on any day of the week at your convenience. If needed, rescheduling is quick and hassle-free.
What Will I Learn?
- Every student’s journey is tailored to their current ability, but lessons can cover the following skills and techniques:
𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 (𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹):
• Understanding DJ equipment: CDJs, mixers, and signal flow.
• Rekordbox basics: setting up, organising playlists, and preparing tracks.
• Beatmatching by ear and with sync.
• Cueing tracks and using headphones correctly.
• Tempo control and pitch adjustment.
• Smooth two-track transitions.
• Intro to EQ: highs, mids, and lows.
• Track structure and phrasing (bars, beats, drops).
𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀 (𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹):
• Using filters, EQ, and FX creatively to enhance mixes.
• Looping techniques for build-ups and transitions.
• Hot cues and performance pads.
• Layering tracks for fuller soundscapes.
• Building a set: energy progression, track selection, and flow.
• Reading the crowd and adapting in real time.
• Mixing across genres and BPM ranges.
• Intro to live recording of sets.
𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 (𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹):
• Multi-deck mixing (3 or more decks).
• Using acapellas, mashups, and creative transitions.
• Advanced looping and FX combinations.
• Harmonic mixing (key matching for smooth blends).
• Performance confidence: body language, mic use, and stage presence.
• Preparing for gigs: USB formatting, backups, and pro workflows.
• Handling professional DJ booths in clubs and festivals.
• Recording and refining sets for promotional use.
• Showcase preparation for the MixVault exam (multi-camera recording and professional feedback).
Studio Equipment
You'll further develop your skills using industry-standard DJ equipment, including the Pioneer CDJ and DJM mixer setup, widely used in clubs, alongside Rekordbox. Prefer Traktor or Serato? Let us know, and we’ll tailor the lessons to your needs.
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