DJ Basics (FREE WORKSHOP)

DJ Basics is a free, beginner-friendly workshop designed for anyone who’s ever wanted to try DJing but didn’t know where to start. Hosted in Sound Collective’s New York City studios, this two-hour, hands-on session introduces the core fundamentals of DJing using professional, industry-standard equipment. You’ll learn how DJs structure mixes, control tempo, and transition between tracks, then step behind the decks to try it yourself in a supportive, no-pressure environment. Whether you’re just curious about DJing or exploring a new creative path, this workshop gives you a real first experience.

How This Workshop Works

• 100% free, beginner-level DJ workshop, no experience or prerequisites required
• 2-hour in-person session at Sound Collective NYC
• Learn essential DJ fundamentals: decks, mixers, cueing, tempo, and basic transitions
• Hands-on instruction from professional DJs using industry-standard gear
• Guided learning followed by open practice time to experiment and ask questions
• Small-group format for individual support and feedback

Try DJing for real, no experience required.