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Touch the gear
Get comfortable with the core controls: play, cue, jog wheels, pitch faders, channel faders, browse/load, and headphones.
First Transition · Center City, Philly
Your first night in the room.
A two-hour doorway into Booth — meet the community, try club-standard gear, and make your first transition. No experience needed.
$139
2-hour session
Semi-private · Pioneer DJ® gear · Apex Rehearsal, Philadelphia, PA
9.6/10 · 300+ students · Enrolling for July & August
Philadelphia DJ School is a part of Booth.
300+
Students trained
9.6/10
Avg. satisfaction
2 hrs
Hands-on in studio
11+
Working instructors
Using trusted brands
What's included
Everything in
your first class.
One session, one clear path — from your first touch of the decks to your first transition.
- 012 hours of hands-on instruction behind the decks
- 02Semi-private group of up to 4 students with direct feedback
- 03Club-standard Pioneer DJ® equipment, headphones, music, and studio-grade monitors — all gear provided
- 04Learn beats, bars, and phrases so transitions feel intentional
- 05Make your first transition with instructor support
- 06Meet your instructor and get a feel for the Booth community — who else is here and what's possible after
The session
Four steps.
Two hours.
02
Understand the music
Learn how DJs count beats, bars, and phrases so your transitions start to feel intentional instead of random.
03
Make your first transition
Practice phrase-aware cut transitions, then try an assisted beatmatched blend so you can hear what real mixing feels like.
04
See what comes next
Get a look at what Booth looks like beyond the first class — room time, events, open decks, and the people who come back every week.
Student reviews
Rated 9.6 out of 10 — even by complete beginners.
“Learning from experienced DJs made a huge difference. I now understand how DJing works in a way I never could have before.”
Maya K · Beginner DJ, first time on decks
“I walked in nervous and left feeling like I'd found a real place to come back to.”
Alex M
First Transition · no prior DJ experience
“The practical exercises provided were incredibly helpful and highly insightful. I learned more here than I could have in any online course.”
Emily O
Bedroom DJ, stuck for 6 months
“The course exceeded all my expectations. The lessons were practical and easy to follow. I finally understood why my transitions sounded off!”
Jack E
Professor from the University of Pennsylvania
Where you'll learn
In Center City, Philly.
We teach at Apex Rehearsal & Musician Services on 9th & Catharine Street in Center City Philadelphia. It's a professional rehearsal studio built for focused, hands-on sessions.
- Professional Pioneer DJ® equipment
- Studio-grade monitors in every session
- All equipment provided — nothing to buy before you start
Instructors
Friendly instructors who remember starting from zero.
Liam J
DJ and educator with 7 years experience teaching beginners to mix confidently • Technical Specialist • 11 Years of Club & Festival Experience • Founder of DJ@Penn • From London, UK
Caleb C
DJ and educator with 5 years experience teaching beginners to mix confidently • Club Resident • From Los Angeles, CA
Your first step into Booth
First Transition is not just a lesson. It is the easiest way to get behind the decks, meet the people behind Booth, and see whether you want to keep learning, practicing, or joining the local DJ community.
Pricing
Book your first class.
Transparent pricing. No hidden fees.
Semi-Private
$139for your 2-hour first class
In-studio hands-on training with up to 4 students and direct instructor feedback.
- Up to 4 students per group with personalized instruction
- No experience needed — built for your first time behind the decks
- Two hours of hands-on instruction in the studio
- Learn beats, bars, and phrases so transitions feel intentional
- Make your first transition with instructor support
- At our studio location in Philadelphia
- DJ on club-standard Pioneer DJ® equipment
Private Coaching
$300for two hours
One-on-one instruction for faster progress, more personalization, or flexible scheduling.
- One-on-one instruction tailored to your pace
- Two hours of hands-on studio time
- Make your first transition with personalized coaching
- Learn core controls: play, cue, pitch, and channel faders
- Flexible scheduling, minimum two hours per session
Gift Card
Give the
gift of DJing.
Gift cards apply to group courses or private instruction — great for birthdays and holidays.
- Transferable
- Any amount
FAQ
Common questions before you book.
Still unsure? Reach out — we'll help you find the best starting point.
Yes. First Transition is built for people with zero DJ experience. In two hours you'll get behind the decks, learn how DJing works, and make your first transition. No prior experience, music theory, or equipment needed.
First Transition is designed for beginners trying DJing for the first time. If you already have experience, our Pro DJ Fundamentals course, Pro DJ Advanced course, or Private Coaching are better fits.
All sessions are in-person at our studio location in Center City, Philly. We believe hands-on training with direct feedback is the most effective way to learn DJing.
First Transition follows a clear step-by-step flow: get comfortable with the gear, learn beats, bars, and phrases, make your first transition with instructor support, and see what continuing into Pro DJ Fundamentals looks like.
Nothing is needed– except for a positive attitude, of course! If you don't feel comfortable sharing headphones, feel free to bring a pair.
No. First Transition is a standalone two-hour first class. If you love it, you can continue into the remaining five weeks of Pro DJ Fundamentals — but there's no obligation to continue.
No. All equipment is provided. You'll train on professional Pioneer DJ® equipment during your session.
We teach on club-standard Pioneer DJ® equipment, so we use Rekordbox. First Transition focuses on hands-on mixing; we'll introduce the software basics as part of getting you on the decks.
If you already know the basics, you'd probably get more from Pro DJ Fundamentals or Private Coaching. Reach out and we'll help you find the best starting point.
No. There are no hidden fees or surprises. Our prices are transparent and upfront.
You can cancel or reschedule up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund or credit.
Enroll
Check First Transition availability in Philadelphia.
Submit the form and we'll follow up with open dates and next steps. No payment required to check availability.
Currently enrolling for
JulyAugust
Quick recap
- $139 · 2 hours · semi-private first class
- Pioneer DJ® gear · Center City, Philly
- Make your first transition with instructor support