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How much do DJ lessons cost in London?
DJ lessons in London usually cost £40 to £75 an hour. Here’s what you actually get for your money, what drives the price, and how to choose between one to one, groups and team workshops.
In London, DJ lessons usually cost somewhere between £40 and £75 an hour for one to one tuition, depending on who's teaching, where, and whether studio hire is included. Group sessions work out cheaper per person, and team workshops for companies are normally priced per group rather than per head.
At The London DJ School, a two hour one to one lesson costs £125, including the studio. Here's how the market breaks down, and what to look for so your money goes on actually learning.
What drives the price
Four things make the biggest difference:
Who's teaching. A working DJ with years of teaching behind them costs more than a hobbyist, and you'll usually learn faster.
The room and the kit. Club standard CDJs and a proper mixer cost money to hire. Check whether the studio is included or charged on top.
Lesson length. One hour flies by once you've set up. Two hours gives you time to learn something and then actually practise it.
One to one or group. One to one is the fastest way to learn. Small groups are more sociable and cheaper per person.
Typical prices in London
One to one, per hour: £40 to £75
Course of four lessons: £300 to £450
Small group class, per person: £40 to £80
DJ experience or gift session: £70 to £100 per person
Team or corporate workshop: from about £800 to £2,000 per group
What a lesson with us costs
One to one lesson: £125 for two hours, studio included. We book you into a professional DJ studio near you, on weekday evenings or at weekends.
Couples lesson: £187.50 for two people over two hours, studio included. A fun one for a date or a birthday present.
Private groups (hen dos, birthdays, friends): from £60 a head.
Team and corporate workshops: from around £1,100 for ten people, with decks, speakers, tutors, set up and pack down all included. Bigger groups get extra tutors and deck stations.
How to get the most for your money
Bring your own music. A USB formatted with Rekordbox means you spend the lesson mixing tunes you love.
Book two hours, not one. You'll get past the setup and into real progress.
Practise between lessons. An hour in a practice room between sessions makes the next lesson twice as useful.
Be honest about your level. Total beginner, bedroom DJ, or ready for your first gig: tell us and we'll pitch it right.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need my own equipment?
No. Everything is provided in the studio. If you have your own controller, bring it along and we'll show you how what you learn carries across.
How many lessons will I need?
Most beginners can mix two tracks together confidently after one or two sessions. Four lessons is a solid foundation for playing your first set.
Can I buy a lesson as a gift?
Yes. Get in touch and we'll sort it out.
Do you teach vinyl as well as digital?
Yes, we teach both CDJs and vinyl.
Ready to start?
Tell us what you're after and when you're free, and we'll book you in.