DJ Weekend - Level 1
Learn all the DJ essentials
Learn all the DJ essentials
What better way to spend a weekend than learning how to DJ? If you’ve ever dreamt of being master of the decks at your favourite festival or party, then this is where your journey begins! This course will take you from scratching your head to scratching tracks and filling dance floors all in a weekend, so get yourself down to Point Blank’s state-of-the-art studios and learn how to mix alongside a pro DJ. If you feel you're at an advanced level then please check out our Weekend DJ Part 2 course, or read on to learn more about our Weekend DJ Course!
We offer our students unparalleled access to DJing events and opportunities. With monthly gigs at Ministry of Sound, annual competitions with Elrow, and spots at fabric and other top London clubs, we provide the perfect platform to propel your career, gain experience, and expand your network. Our students regularly perform at iconic venues and win prestigious competitions, including FLORENTIA, who won the Elrow competition and now DJs worldwide. Join Point Blank and elevate your DJ career!
This course will cover all the essentials of what it takes to begin a new exciting journey as a DJ in 2024. You’ll learn how to set up your gear, how to use a set of CDJs, drop mixing, switching up styles and tempos, beat matching, EQ-ing and loads more!
Point Blank classes are small to ensure you receive ample 1-2-1 time with your lecturers. Our studios are located in Shoreditch—a global hub of London music venues and bars—and include industry-standard, state-of-the-art technology, including a Pioneer DJ sponsored studio.
| Duration | Weekend |
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| Available start dates | 2025 |
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| Weekly timetable | Two days, Saturday and Sunday, 11am-6pm. |
| Have questions? Check the FAQ's for quick answers. |
Darren Henry, a.k.a Quest, is a pioneer of the UK Dubstep sound since its inception back in the early 2000s, with releases on top tier labels including Deep Medi Music and Dub Police.
Aka Mr Dex. DJ'd with Ghostface & Raekwon (Wu-Tang), Omar, Estelle, Sway, Scratch Perverts and DJ Jazzy Jeff. Hosts The DeX Files weekly on itch.fm/live. Member of ‘A Bunch of Deckheads’ DJ agency.
Shorty has a long history in radio, youth work and live events. Currently a resident DJ at the world famous cHip sHop in Brixton, and co-founder of More Than Music (MTM) who focus on youth work with at-risk and vulnerable young people.
J-Fresh is a BBC Radio 1Xtra mix resident, Ministry of Sound music curator, DJ, broadcaster and producer with support from BBC Radio 1, Mixmag, GRM Daily & Spotify Editorials.
Resident DJ for Goldie's Metalheadz label, presenter at 1Xtra, Radio 1 & Ministry of Sound. Recorded/remixed for Goldie, Roni Size, Guy Called Gerald, Trey Songz, Chipmunk, Nas & Damian Marley.
My overall experience on my Point Blank DJ course was amazing! I learned a lot of important DJ techniques which I simply could not have learned by myself. Point Blank has a very organized way of teaching music! - Pranav, DJ student
Spoony is a legend in UK dance music having brought garage to the masses in 2000 as part of the Dreem Team. He's since gone on to become a staple on Five Live but proved he's always learning by enrolling at PB!
| Fees (UK) |
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| £345 payment in full |
| £50 reg fee + balance of £295 |
| See details during the enrolment process for more information on fees and international student pricing. |
Point Blank students enjoy a range of exclusive discounts including but not limited to:
All necessary equipment will be provided. pointblank has a Pioneer sponsored DJ studio containing a wide range of industry standard DJ hardware/software. Each student will have their own workstation during classes. Students may prefer to bring their own music (external hard drive, USB drive, analogue vinyl etc.) and/or headphones, but these can also be provided where needed.
Weekend courses take place on Saturday and Sunday. Each Saturday and Sunday class starts at 11am and ends at 6pm.
Non-UK students may need to apply for a Standard Visitor visa. Please refer to our International Student Guidance section for more information on the application process.
If you have further questions, don't be shy, please contact a course advisor who will be happy to help.