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Learn to DJ – Beginner DJ Lessons & Coaching (SOMA / south beach)
offered in person
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Location: San Francisco Bay Area
Type: One-on-one private lessons
EDM - All Genres
Want to learn how to DJ and actually get booked?
I specialize in teaching brand-new DJs — from your first beatmatch to your first club gig. Whether your goal is to play at raves, nightclubs, or festivals, I’ll teach you not only how to mix, but how to stand out in the Bay Area DJ market.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
- DJ Basics for Beginners – Beatmatching, phrasing, transitions, and music flow
- Equipment Setup – Choosing the right DJ controller, mixer, or CDJ setup for your goals and budget
- Music Management – How to find, organize, and process your music like a pro
- Track Prep – Marking cue points, building playlists, and USB setup for club-ready sets
- Rekordbox Workflow – Step-by-step guidance on how to prep your music for any gear
- Getting DJ Gigs – How to approach promoters, network, and earn your first bookings
- Branding & Promotion – Build your image, design your logo, and grow your social media
- Genre Discovery – Match your sound to your energy, personality, and audience
- Market Fit Analysis – “What You Want to Play vs. The Bay Area Market”
Every new DJ has their own taste — but not every sound fits every venue. I’ll help you:
- Understand which genres are trending in the Bay Area club and rave circuit (House, Techno, Hard Dance, Bass, etc.)
- Analyze where your favorite style fits best — from underground warehouse shows to mainstream nightlife
- Learn how to adapt your sound to match the right crowds without losing your identity
- Build a DJ portfolio and artist direction that books gigs faster and fits real local demand
You’ll finish with not just DJ skills — but a clear understanding of how to succeed in the Bay Area scene.
ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR
- 10+ years hosting raves and DJing across the Bay Area
- Hosted Events at major venues including DNA Lounge, The Foundry, The Midway, f8, City Nights, Broadway Studios, FAME Venue, Continental Club, and The Great Northern
- Organizer of events featuring international artists
- Proven track record helping students go from no experience to playing real shows
DETAILS
- $100/hour private 1-on-1 DJ lessons
- In-person (San Francisco Bay Area) - I can come to you or we can meet in a mutually agreeable location
- I can bring gear to our practice location (no need for you to have your own gear, yet...)
- All styles welcome — Electronic, House, Techno, Hardstyle, Bass, Trance, and more
Perfect for:
- Complete beginners
- Aspiring club DJs
- Rave and electronic music fans ready to level up
Serious inquiries only.
Send a message with your name, experience level (even if it’s “none”), and what kind of music you want to play — and let’s start building your DJ career.