FAQ

Q: What's on offer?

A: I offer DJ tuition in Bournemouth & online (via Google Meet) that is tailored towards your goals and music taste, with clear guidance and sense of progression at every stage.

Q: Do I need any experience before starting?

A: Not at all. Most of my students are complete beginners, and we start from the ground up.

Q: Do I need my own DJ equipment?

A: No - you can learn on my setup or even on CDJs*! I can also advise you on what to buy when you’re ready.

Q: How long does it take to learn?

A: It depends on your goals, but most people start feeling confident with the basics after just a few lessons.

Q: What genres do you teach?

A: Mainly underground electronic music - house, techno, DnB, garage, breaks and more - but the core skills apply to any genre.

Q: Can you help if I've already started learning?

A: Yes - especially if you feel stuck, confused, or picked up bad habits from online tutorials.

Q: What if I'm nervous or not very musical?

A: That’s completely normal. Lessons are relaxed and beginner-friendly, and everything is explained step by step.

Q: Do I need to bring my own music to in-person lessons?

A: Not at all! I already have a big bank of tunes across a range of genres, ready to go.

Q: I have my own equipment - Can we practice on that?

A: Yes! In fact, learning on your own equipment can be a great advantage, as you'll be building confidence on the setup you'll actually be using at home or for gigs. While I can't claim to be an expert on every controller or mixer available, I have experience with a wide range of DJ equipment and will always do my best to familiarise myself with your setup so you get the most from your lesson.

Q: What equipment do you have?

A: At my studio, you'll be practicing on Pioneer DDJ-400s, the best decks to learn on as a beginner - especially if you're looking to transition to CDJs at some stage. If you opt for a CDJ session or join the beginner's course, you'll be practicing on 2 x AlphaTheta CDJ3000X , 2 x Pioneer DJ 3000, 2x Pioneer DJ CDJ2000 NXS2 + Pioneer DJM-A9 Mixer*!

* Two 60-min CDJ sessions included as part of beginner's course package. Otherwise, additional £20p/h if you would like to practice on CDJs in regular sessions - available only on single-session, in-person bookings. CDJ sessions conducted at KSL.