Beginner DJ Package – Master the Basics of DJing in 8 Weeks

Beginner DJ Package Beginner DJ Package (8 Weeks)

Beginner DJ Package – Master the Basics of DJing in 8 Weeks

This extended 8-week beginner course is designed to give you a solid foundation in DJing at a…

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This extended 8-week beginner course is designed to give you a solid foundation in DJing at a comfortable pace. Starting from the absolute basics, you’ll learn how to use DJ equipment, beatmatch by ear, create smooth transitions, and add creative elements like loops and FX. With extra time for practice and step-by-step guidance, you’ll finish the course by recording your very first 20-minute DJ set. Perfect for anyone who wants to start DJing with confidence and build strong skills that last.

What Will You Learn?

How to set up and use DJ equipment from scratch
The basics of BPM, beats, and song structure
Manual beatmatching and syncing tracks by ear
Mixing techniques with crossfader, EQ, and filters
Using loops, hot cues, and basic FX creatively
Building playlists and organizing a music library
Recording practice sessions and improving performance
Performing and recording a 20-minute beginner DJ set

Course Curriculum

Introduction to DJing & Equipment Setup
You’ll be fully familiar with your DJ setup.

Role of a DJ in music and events
Overview of DJ gear: controller, mixer, turntables, headphones
Software setup: Serato Lite / Rekordbox basics
How to connect and configure your equipment

Music Fundamentals & Song Structure
You’ll understand how songs are built and where to mix.

Understanding BPM and key
Song structure: intros, verses, drops, outros
How DJs read and prepare tracks
Choosing beginner-friendly songs for mixing

Beatmatching Essentials (Part 1)
You’ll be able to sync songs manually without auto-sync.

Counting beats and bars
Learning to align tracks manually
Using pitch faders to match BPM
First exercises with two simple tracks

Beatmatching Essentials (Part 2)
You’ll confidently beatmatch tracks live.

Refining beatmatching accuracy
Adjusting by ear vs. using waveforms
Common beatmatching mistakes and fixes
Practice: creating short transitions

Mixing Basics – Crossfader & Volume Control
You’ll be able to mix tracks with smooth volume control.

How to use the crossfader smoothly
Balancing levels with channel faders
Blending tracks without harsh cuts
Mixing songs of similar BPM

EQ & Filters for Cleaner Mixes
You’ll create smoother, more professional-sounding mixes.

Understanding lows, mids, and highs
Using EQ for transitions (bass swap, etc.)
Creative use of filters to add dynamics
Practice: mixing 3 tracks with EQ balance

Loops, Cues & Beginner FX
You’ll start adding creativity and uniqueness to your sets.

Setting hot cues for better control
Using loops to extend sections
Introduction to basic FX (echo, reverb, flanger)
Creative transitions using cues & loops

Your First 20-Minute DJ Set
You’ll complete and record your first full beginner DJ set. 🎉

Building a playlist with 6–8 songs
Organizing your library for smooth flow
Performing and recording a 20-minute mix
Reviewing strengths & areas for improvement

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Beginner DJ Package – Master the Basics of DJing in 8 Weeks

What Will You Learn?

Course Curriculum

Introduction to DJing & Equipment Setup You’ll be fully familiar with your DJ setup.

Role of a DJ in music and events

Overview of DJ gear: controller, mixer, turntables, headphones

Software setup: Serato Lite / Rekordbox basics

How to connect and configure your equipment

Music Fundamentals & Song Structure You’ll understand how songs are built and where to mix.

Understanding BPM and key

Song structure: intros, verses, drops, outros

How DJs read and prepare tracks

Choosing beginner-friendly songs for mixing

Beatmatching Essentials (Part 1) You’ll be able to sync songs manually without auto-sync.

Counting beats and bars

Learning to align tracks manually

Using pitch faders to match BPM

First exercises with two simple tracks

Beatmatching Essentials (Part 2) You’ll confidently beatmatch tracks live.

Refining beatmatching accuracy

Adjusting by ear vs. using waveforms

Common beatmatching mistakes and fixes

Practice: creating short transitions

Mixing Basics – Crossfader & Volume Control You’ll be able to mix tracks with smooth volume control.

How to use the crossfader smoothly

Balancing levels with channel faders

Blending tracks without harsh cuts

Mixing songs of similar BPM

EQ & Filters for Cleaner Mixes You’ll create smoother, more professional-sounding mixes.

Understanding lows, mids, and highs

Using EQ for transitions (bass swap, etc.)

Creative use of filters to add dynamics

Practice: mixing 3 tracks with EQ balance

Loops, Cues & Beginner FX You’ll start adding creativity and uniqueness to your sets.

Setting hot cues for better control

Using loops to extend sections

Introduction to basic FX (echo, reverb, flanger)

Creative transitions using cues & loops

Your First 20-Minute DJ Set You’ll complete and record your first full beginner DJ set. 🎉

Building a playlist with 6–8 songs

Organizing your library for smooth flow

Performing and recording a 20-minute mix

Reviewing strengths & areas for improvement

Student Ratings & Reviews

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Music Fundamentals & Song Structure
You’ll understand how songs are built and where to mix.

Beatmatching Essentials (Part 1)
You’ll be able to sync songs manually without auto-sync.

Beatmatching Essentials (Part 2)
You’ll confidently beatmatch tracks live.

Mixing Basics – Crossfader & Volume Control
You’ll be able to mix tracks with smooth volume control.

EQ & Filters for Cleaner Mixes
You’ll create smoother, more professional-sounding mixes.

Loops, Cues & Beginner FX
You’ll start adding creativity and uniqueness to your sets.

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You’ll complete and record your first full beginner DJ set. 🎉