ONE-ON-ONE · DJ LESSONS
DJ Course Berlin — Learn DJing with Pioneer Equipment and Vinyl, One-on-One
Pioneer CDJs, sure — but also real vinyl: Chica Paula teaches exclusively on turntables. This isn’t a course in the classic sense — it’s 1:1 lessons, built entirely around you and your pace. No group to wait for, no fixed curriculum.
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What Students Say
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“A couple of fantastic days with incredibly skilled and supportive DJs and musicians, a great atmosphere, and plenty of valuable knowledge and hands-on practice. I would absolutely recommend this school to anyone interested in learning to DJ or taking their skills to the next level 🔥👏”
“100% would recommend. Participating in the DJ’s masters workshop was a dream come true. Having the opportunity to learn from the best DJs in the industry and play in Berlin was unforgettable. The instructors and staff are not only super knowledgeable but also warm, kind and truely caring: 0% pretentious, 100% real. We got to play on club gear, both Pioneer and Xone, in great conditions and a quality sound system.”
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FORMAT
One-on-One DJ Lessons with Berlin’s Finest
No group. No fixed curriculum. No one waiting for you to catch up.
Just you, your instructor, and the decks — for 60 or 90 minutes at a time, focused entirely on what you actually need to learn.
Whether you’ve never touched a mixer or you’ve been DJing for years and want to push into new territory — this DJ course in Berlin is built around your goals, your pace, and your sound. If you’ve been searching for how to learn how to DJ properly — with real Pioneer equipment, not a tutorial video — this is it.
INSTRUCTORS
Choose Your Instructor
RETHE
Berlin-based electronic music producer, DJ and live performer. Releases on ARTS, Illegal Alien and BCCO. Specialist in Elektron workflow — Digitakt, Digitone, Octatrack — and hardware-based live performance. Core instructor at Berlin School of Sound. He teaches the way he plays: direct, creative, no shortcuts.
Paula Schopf (Chica Paula)
Chilean-born, Berlin-based DJ with over 25 years behind the decks. Started at Tresor in 1997. Master’s degree in Sound Studies from UdK Berlin. Regular at ://about blank, Tresor, and Club der Visionäre. Her sets are unpredictable, fearless, and impossible to categorize. Teaches exclusively on vinyl — with depth, intuition, and total commitment to the music.
Acidfinky
German/Amazigh-Algerian DJ and producer. Deep commitment to vinyl, sharp drums, strong basslines. Founding member of feminist collective BLVSH. Runs Maison Sot — an interdisciplinary event series between Berlin and Cairo. Her lessons are rooted in record culture, identity, and sound as a political act.
CURRICULUM
What You’ll Work On
Complete Beginners
- DJ equipment fundamentals — CDJs, turntables, DJ mixer, DJ software
- Beats, bars, and musical structure
- Beatmatching and synchronization
- EQ and effects basics
- Building your first DJ set
- Music selection and track preparation
- Understanding electronic music genres
If You Already DJ
- Advanced mixing — harmonic mixing, creative transitions
- EQ sculpting and frequency management
- Dynamic programming and energy flow
- Reading the dancefloor
- Developing your own sound and style
- Hardware integration — drum machines, samplers, synthesizers
- Preparing for live performances
Advanced (On Request)
- Full Elektron workflow — Digitakt, Digitone, Octatrack
- Live improvisation and hybrid DJ/live sets
- Advanced track preparation and editing
- Performance psychology and stage presence
- Building a DJ career in Berlin’s electronic music scene
EQUIPMENT
The Setup — Real Pioneer Equipment, Not a Demo
All equipment provided — no need to bring anything:
- Pioneer DJ setup — CDJ-3000s, Pioneer DJM mixer, Pioneer controller
- Technics turntables with vinyl
- Elektron gear — Digitakt, Digitone, Octatrack
- Studio monitors and professional monitoring
- DJ software: Traktor, Rekordbox, Ableton Live
This is the same modern DJ setup and Pioneer CDJ setup you’ll find in Berlin’s clubs — not a simplified home setup. Learning on Pioneer CDJs and a proper DJ mixer from day one means what you learn here transfers directly to a real booth.
PRICING
Investment
Single Session
€100 · 60 minutes
€150 · 90 minutes
5-Lesson Package
€440 · 60 min sessions
€630 · 90 min sessions
Recommended for beginners building solid fundamentals
10-Lesson Package
€820 · 60 min sessions
€1,150 · 90 min sessions
From zero to performance-ready
10% student discount on all packages with valid student ID.
WHO IT’S FOR
Who Is This For?
- Complete beginners who want to learn how to DJ, from zero
- Bedroom DJs ready to take it further with real equipment
- Producers who want to perform their music live
- DJs transitioning from digital to hardware
- Anyone searching for a serious DJ course in Berlin, not a weekend gimmick
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to bring my own DJ equipment?
No. Everything is provided — Pioneer CDJs, DJ mixer, turntables, and software. If you have your own laptop or controller, bring it — we’ll work with it.
How many lessons do I need to learn how to DJ?
Depends on your goals. Most beginners see real progress after 5–10 lessons. We’ll figure out the right plan in the first session.
Can I learn on vinyl?
Yes. Technics turntables and vinyl are available.
Do you offer online DJ lessons?
No — lessons are in-person only, at our studio in Berlin. Hands-on learning with professional Pioneer equipment is the whole point.
Can I focus entirely on Elektron gear?
Yes. RETHE specializes in Elektron workflow. We can build the whole program around Digitakt, Digitone, and Octatrack.