4 Lesson DJ Course
£330
Overview
The 4-lesson (8-hour) course is a short, focused programme designed to give you dedicated time with our professional tutors, whether you’re a complete beginner wanting to try DJing for the first time, or an intermediate DJ looking to refine specific skills.
Each lesson lasts 2 hours, taught one-to-one with industry professionals who perform at international shows, festivals, and major club nights every week. Lessons are fully customisable to your level, covering anything from beatmatching and mixing fundamentals through to effects, looping, set-building, and advanced transitions.
While this course provides valuable education and practical skills, it does not include accreditation as standard. If you wish to gain Academy94 certification, you can purchase a MixVault exam at 50% off. For some intermediate DJs, 4–8 lessons may be all that’s needed to reach Academy94 standard and achieve accreditation.
If you’re unsure whether 8 hours is the right amount of training for you, you can complete our free online assessment form on the main course page. Or, if you simply want lessons to improve without the pressure of accreditation, that’s completely fine; we’re here to make you 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 four 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
Begin your journey using industry-standard equipment, including the Pioneer CDJ and DJM mixer setup found in most clubs, alongside Rekordbox. Prefer Serato or Traktor? Let us know in advance, and we’ll tailor the lessons for you.
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