Learn to play club gigs for far less than hiring a DJ.
Go from uncertain to confident in weeks with in-person hands-on DJ training focused on real-world mixing.
Philly's only DJ Course with Club-Grade Equipment
PDJS DIRECTOR OF TRAINING
"DJing's not just about creativity: it’s about control, timing, and empathizing with your audience. Once those fundamentals click, confidence follows."
Philadelphia DJ School was founded in 2021 by working DJs who wanted to make DJ education more accessible. What began as a student group training program at the University of Pennsylvania has grown into a hands-on school focused on turning complete beginners into confident, performance-ready DJs.
Our instructors have trained hundreds of students using a carefully structured curriculum that breaks DJing down to its fundamentals. Every concept is reinforced through practical exercises behind the decks.
We train DJs with the depth of skill and musical control expected in pro club environments. Many of our students have gone on to perform at venues and hold residencies at the biggest nightclubs across the country. But our course is also perfect for anyone who just wants to have fun, level up their DJ skills, throw better parties, impress their friends, and enjoy the music without any pressure to go pro!
Our Intro curriculum, on Pioneer DJ® equipment, takes you from beginner to gig-ready
By the end of the Intro course, you will be able to confidently perform a 45–60 minute DJ set on club-standard gear, without relying on automation.
Why choose PDJS?
Where we teach
We teach at a small number of private studio locations around Center City Philadelphia, including Apex Musician Services on S 9th Street. It is a 10 minute walk from PATCO 9th Street. Free parking is readily available in the area.
All sessions take place on professional equipment, including studio-grade monitors and club-standard DJ setups using Pioneer DJ® XDJ / CDJ systems.
Learn from skilled industry experts to elevate your DJ skills
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
What our students say about our courses
Our students have performed at bars and nightclubs across Philadelphia and New York City.
We offer both
small group sessions and individualized one-on-one courses.
Our previous programs averaged 9.6 / 10 in student satisfaction across multiple cohorts.
Join a group course
Just $39 per hour for in-studio, hands-on training. Best for beginners who want an affordable, social way to learn to confidently perform their first gig. Typical group size of 3.
One-on-one course
Best for students who want faster progress, advanced skills, or personalized attention. Required for taking Advanced course.
Not quite ready?
Try a 1-hour trial session for only $49.
Group class price is based on shared instruction. If a class does not have at least 2 students, students may upgrade to a private session for $405, or choose another group date.
We also offer custom DJ courses. Please contact us for one-off session inquiries and other requests.
