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Beatmatch by ear
Count bars, phrase transitions, and lock two tracks together without staring at waveforms.
Pro DJ Fundamentals · Center City, Philly
Six weeks from beginner to your first set.
Start with a 2-hour taster class on club-standard gear — then continue for the remaining five weeks if you love it. No experience needed.
$139
2-hour taster class · then $139/week for 5 more weeks if you continue
6 sessions · 12 hours · Semi-private · Pioneer DJ® gear
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
11+
Working instructors
12+
Hands-on exercises
Using trusted brands
What's included
Everything in
the box.
One product, one clear path — from your first touch of the decks to a recorded set you can share.
- 012-hour taster class to start, then 5 more sessions · 2 hours each (12 hours total)
- 02Semi-private groups of 2-3 other students with direct instructor feedback
- 03Club-standard Pioneer DJ® equipment, headphones, music, and studio-grade monitors — all gear provided
- 04Downloadable slide decks and optional practice materials between sessions
- 05Flexible scheduling — miss a week and we'll help you reschedule
- 06Graduation session: record a promo-ready set you can share
By the end
What you'll be able to do.
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Mix with EQ confidence
Use harmonic mixing and clean EQ to blend genres and keep energy flowing.
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Build a complete set
Select tracks, shape energy, and perform a full set from open to close.
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Step up for real
Leave ready to play for friends, small events, or your next practice milestone.
Curriculum
Six lessons.
One progression.
Each session builds on the last — from equipment basics to your first recorded performance on Pioneer DJ® club gear.
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Week 1: DJing Background
Learn about vinyl, CDJs, and the history of modern mixing equipment. Master song selection by key, genre, and BPM. Become an artist of set design and controlling musical atmosphere and energy. You'll also meet the wider Booth community — who's in the room, what events are coming, and what membership looks like when you're ready.
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Week 2: Equipment
Discover the functions of the modern Pioneer DJ® club mixer and deck. Learn about input devices, and how sound is created.
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Week 3: Software
Choose the right software for your interests. Understand the difference between Serato and Rekordbox, compared to other tools on the market.
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Week 4: Beat Matching By Ear
Learn how to count beats, about the basic structure of songs in various genres, and about the fundamentals of beatmatching by ear. Learn phrasing, cueing, and nudging.
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Week 5: EQ and Music Theory
Discover the components of a song, how EQ can be used to create fullness in the mix and master smooth transitions. Master harmonic mixing, the Camelot wheel, and musical moods.
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Week 6: Loops, Effects, and Your First Performance
Master looping with slip mode, in transitions, and with EQ. Discover Beat & Color FX, and learn to use them to elevate your first performance. Record a promo-ready set to share — then graduate into the community: the people who hear it, the room time ahead, and your invitation to join as a founding member.
What happens after week 6
The course is the
beginning, not the end.
Finishing Pro DJ Fundamentals means you have the fundamentals Booth membership is built on.
- Beatmatch by ear, mix with confidence, and leave with a recorded set — the skills founding members use every week.
- Recurring CDJ room time, member events, and 30% off all instruction — including private coaching after the course.
- Course graduates are explicitly invited to apply. If you completed Pro DJ Fundamentals, you qualify.
Student reviews
Rated 9.6 out of 10 by students who've been through the program.
“After the course, I landed my first gig at a large club in New York City.”
Vinod R · College grad, no prior DJ experience
“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
“After the course, I landed my first gig at a large club in New York City. Keshav and the team are super supportive and great to learn from.”
Vinod R
College grad, no prior DJ experience
“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
“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
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
Working DJs 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
Pricing
Start small. Continue when you're ready.
Most students begin with the $139 first class, then roll into the full program. No hidden fees — prices are upfront.
Recommended path highlighted
Planning to keep going?
Founding members get 30% off all instruction. If you're planning to continue after the course, membership pays for itself — room time, events, and discounted coaching included.
Recommended
Semi-Private
$139for your first 2-hour class
Then continue into the full 6-week program
Most students begin here.
The recommended path. Start with a low-commitment first class, then continue into the remaining five weeks if you love it.
- Up to 4 students per group with personalized instruction
- 12 hours of training over 6 weeks
- Record a complete set at the end of the program
- At our studio location in Philadelphia
- Each session is 2 hours plus practice content and course materials
- DJ on club-standard Pioneer DJ® equipment
Private Coaching
$300for two hours
Full course from $1,650
One-on-one instruction for faster progress, more personalization, or flexible scheduling.
- Single intensive session: $300 for two hours
- 12-hour course, Pro DJ Fundamentals: $1,650 (SAVE $150)
- 8-hour course, Pro DJ Advanced: $1,080 (SAVE $120)
- Tailored coaching, beginner to advanced
- Flexible scheduling, minimum two hours per session
- Any session can be applied towards a course
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 recommend the best starting point based on your experience and goals.
Yes. Most of our students start with zero experience. We teach from the ground up, starting with the equipment, music structure, and your first transitions. You do not need any prior DJ experience, music theory background, or equipment to begin.
Yes. Our Pro DJ Advanced course or Private Coaching are perfect for more experienced DJs who want to take their skills to the next level or work on specific goals.
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.
The course follows a clear step-by-step structure, so you're never guessing what to practice next. Each session builds on the last, and you'll get hands-on repetition with direct feedback as you go. There is also optional bonus material if you want extra things to practice between classes.
Nothing is needed– except for a positive attitude, of course! If you'd like to DJ with your own music, you can bring your own laptop to the third and fourth sessions. If you don't feel comfortable sharing headphones, feel free to bring a pair!
No. You can choose to attend any session that works for you. If you need to miss a session, just let us know and we'll work with you to reschedule so that you get all the classes in the course.
No. All equipment is provided at the course. You'll train on professional Pioneer DJ® equipment. We'll show you how to practice at home using just your laptop. Once you get started, we can recommend home practice options if you want to go further.
We teach on club-standard Pioneer DJ® equipment, so we use Rekordbox. We'll also show you how Serato is very similar and the pros and cons of each.
If you have some experience, you'll still learn a ton from the Pro DJ Fundamentals course and get a lot out of it. If you want to skip the fundamentals and go straight to the advanced techniques, you can do that too. Just reach out and we'll be happy to help you figure out the best starting point!
No. There are no hidden fees or surprises. Our prices are transparent and upfront.
You can cancel or reschedule a session up to 48 hours in advance for a full refund or credit. No-shows will result in a refund of 50% of the non-discounted session price.
Enroll
Check availability in Philadelphia.
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Quick recap
- $139 · 2-hour taster class · then 5 more weeks if you continue
- Semi-private · Pioneer DJ® gear · Center City, Philly
- Record a promo set in your final session
- Graduating students are invited to join the Booth founding membership