6 & 12 WEEK COURSES AVAILABLE
VINYL DJ COURSE
• JOB PLACEMENT • FREE EQUIPMENT• PAYMENT PLANS
6 Week Vinyl DJ Course
The Vinyl DJ Course is designed for DJs who want to master the classic art of spinning vinyl and bring an authentic, hands-on approach to their performances. This comprehensive course covers everything from the basics of setting up turntables and mixers to advanced techniques like beatmatching, scratching, and turntablism. You'll learn how to choose and maintain vinyl records, read the crowd, and create seamless mixes with creativity and flair. With a strong focus on practical, real-world skills, this course gives you the tools to perform confidently, build your own unique DJ style, and engage audiences with your vinyl sets. Whether you're new to DJing or transitioning from digital formats, this course will equip you with the skills and knowledge to become a skilled vinyl DJ and take your performances to the next level.
Payment plans are available for the Vinyl DJ Course Program. Learn more in our frequently asked questions here.
• Adults 18 & Over • 90 Minute Group Class • 60 Minute Private Class • Payment Plans Available • One Day Per Week • Flexible Schedule Options • In-Person Classes • Avaiable In San Diego & Orange County Locations
Serato Certified DJ School
We are thrilled to announce that Cuts DJ Academy has officially earned the prestigious Serato DJ Certification!
This recognition is a testament to our commitment to providing the highest quality education and training in the world of DJing. With Serato DJ Certification, our students can be assured of top-notch instruction and industry-standard techniques.
Join us as we continue to raise the bar and empower the next generation of DJs with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the competitive world of music. The future of DJing starts here at Cuts DJ Academy!
Cuts Pricing Packages
At Cut's DJ Academy, we believe in empowering aspiring DJs to unleash their creativity and master the art of mixing beats. Our comprehensive training programs cater to all skill levels, from beginners to seasoned pros, ensuring everyone can embark on their journey to becoming a DJ sensation. Our sale prices can vary by course and location. Additional fees may apply. This bundle must be paid in groups of 6 or 12 classes. Regional center pricing can be seen in our F.A.Q section. Ask your service coordinator for more details.
6 WEEK IN-PERSON COURSE
- Job Placement
- Celebrity Instructors
- Payment Plans Available
- Group Classes
- One Day Per Week
- 90 Minute Classes
- Hands On Lessons
- Prices Vary Depending On Package Add-Ons
- SDRC VENDOR # PY3811
12 WEEK IN-PERSON COURSE
- Job Placement
- Celebrity Instructors
- Payment Plans Available
- Groups & Private Classes
- One Day Per Week
- 60 & 90 Minute Classes
- Cuts Radio Show
- Online Curriculum Access
- FREE DJ Equipment "$500 Value"
- FREE Artist Website Design
- FREE Artist Mobile App
- FREE Artist Photoshoot
- FREE Artist EPK (Press Kit)
- FREE Artist Press Release
- Prices Vary Depending On Package Add-Ons
- SDRC VENDOR # PY3811
Learn From One Of Our Many Celebrity Instructors, DJ Symphony, (Toured with Raekwon, Ghostface Killah & Gza) Of The Wu-Tang Clan)
Our renowned celebrity instructors bring their wealth of experience and expertise to each session, sharing insider tips, techniques, and industry secrets that will set you apart in the world of DJing. Whether you're a beginner or an aspiring pro, our curriculum caters to all skill levels, ensuring a dynamic and personalized learning experience.
Cuts Class Of 2024
ARTIST DEVELOPMENT PACKAGE INCLUDED FREE WITH THE 12 WEEK DJ COURSE ENROLLMENT.
Free tools to grow your brand & book gigs fast. See Below.
ARTIST DEVELOPMENT PACKAGE
The Artist Development Package at Cuts DJ Academy is built for DJs who are ready to transition from learning the craft to building a professional career. This advanced program focuses on refining your identity as an artist, developing your presence in the industry, and preparing you to confidently enter the world of live events, bookings, and brand partnerships.
Whether your goal is to play festivals, launch a radio show, or grow your following online, this package is designed to position you as a serious contender in the music scene. With expert guidance and strategic support, you'll be equipped to take the next step as a fully developed DJ and artist.
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Custom Artist Website
- Personalized Branding: Showcase your unique identity with a custom-designed site that reflects your music style and image.
- Music & Video Integration: Seamlessly display your latest tracks, music videos, and live performances in one professional hub.
- EPK (Electronic Press Kit) Ready: Built-in press kit section with bio, photos, music, and contact info — perfect for labels, media, and gig bookings.
- Tour & Event Calendar: Keep fans updated with upcoming shows, releases, and appearances in a clean, mobile-friendly layout.
- Email List & Fan Capture: Grow your fanbase with built-in email signup, download incentives, and exclusive content access.
- Social Media & Streaming Links: Connect all your platforms — Spotify, YouTube, TikTok, Instagram — in one central place for easy discovery.
2
Custom Artist Mobile App
- Direct-to-Fan Connection: Engage with your audience through push notifications, exclusive updates, and real-time communication — no algorithm needed.
- Music & Video Streaming: Let fans stream your latest tracks, albums, and music videos directly from the app, anytime, anywhere.
- Exclusive Content Access: Offer behind-the-scenes footage, unreleased songs, early drops, and VIP-only content to boost fan loyalty.
- Tour Dates & Event Alerts: Share tour schedules, ticket links, and location-based notifications to maximize attendance and fan engagement.
- Merch Store Integration: Sell your merch directly through the app with seamless checkout and special app-only discounts.
- Fan Community & Feedback: Create polls, Q&A sessions, and private fan groups to build a strong, loyal community around your brand.
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Artist Photoshoot
- Professional Branding Shots: Capture high-quality images that reflect your unique sound, style, and image for use across all platforms.
- Press Kit & Promo Ready: Get the essential headshots and lifestyle photos needed for media features, booking agents, and press kits.
- Social Media Content: Create scroll-stopping visuals optimized for Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms to boost engagement and visibility.
- Album & Cover Art Options: Shoot dynamic, creative visuals perfect for single covers, EP art, and marketing campaigns.
- Styling & Creative Direction: Work with a team to craft a visual identity that aligns with your music brand and audience.
- Location & Studio Variety: Choose from indoor studio setups or outdoor locations to create a diverse, professional photo portfolio.
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Artist EPK (Electronic Press Kit)
- Professional Bio: A compelling artist biography that tells your story, highlights your journey, and connects with industry pros and fans.
- High-Quality Photos: Studio and lifestyle images optimized for media, promoters, and digital platforms.
- Music Samples & Links: Streamable tracks or downloadable links to your best songs, singles, or EPs to showcase your sound.
- Performance Videos: Live show footage or music videos that demonstrate your stage presence and artistic style.
- Press & Media Features: A section for reviews, interviews, blog mentions, or notable achievements to boost credibility.
- Contact & Booking Info: Clear, direct links for booking inquiries, management contact, and social media handles everything industry pros need in one place.
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Artist Press Release
- Headline That Grabs Attention: A bold, concise headline that highlights your latest release, achievement, or announcement.
- Engaging Opening Paragraph: Quickly answers the who, what, when, where, and why to hook readers and media outlets.
- Artist Background: A brief overview of your story, influences, and genre to provide context and personality.
- Key Highlights or News: Focus on the main announcement — new single, album, tour, signing, or major collaboration.
- Quotes from Artist or Team: Add authenticity with a quote from you or your manager/producer about the release or project.
- Contact & Media Links: Include social media, streaming links, EPK, and direct contact for press or booking inquiries.
Start Your Music Career
Get an exclusive sneak peek into Cuts DJ Academy’s DJ course! Watch behind-the-scenes footage of our hands-on lessons, expert instructors, and state-of-the-art equipment in action. See how we teach everything from beatmatching to live performances, and discover how you can start your DJ journey with us today!
AFTER GRADUATION JOB PLACEMENT
As part of our commitment to your success beyond the classroom, graduates of our program are offered exclusive job placement opportunities through Pick A DJ, a premier DJ booking platform. This partnership connects you directly with a network of events, venues, and clients actively seeking skilled DJs.
Whether you're looking to build your reputation locally or take on high-profile gigs, Pick A DJ provides the tools, exposure, and support to help launch your professional DJ career. From private parties and weddings to club nights and corporate events, you'll gain real-world experience while earning income and growing your brand.
Our placement support ensures you’re not just graduating with skills—but with opportunities.
San Diego Regional Center Vendor
Cuts DJ Academy is an approved vendor for the San Diego Regional Center (SDRC), providing inclusive music education and DJ training for individuals with developmental disabilities. Our specialized programs are designed to foster creativity, build technical skills, and enhance self-confidence through hands-on instruction in DJing, music production, and performance.
As an SDRC vendor, we are committed to creating an accessible and supportive learning environment where participants can develop their artistic talents, improve cognitive and motor skills, and explore potential career opportunities in the music industry. Our curriculum is tailored to accommodate various learning styles, ensuring that every student receives personalized guidance to achieve their goals.
By partnering with SDRC, Cuts DJ Academy empowers individuals with disabilities to express themselves through music while promoting social inclusion and personal growth.
Sponsored By Vinyl Junkies
2235 Fern St. San Diego, Ca 92104 / (619) 794-2399
8-Class Vinyl DJ Curriculum: Mastering the Art of DJing with Vinyl This 8-class curriculum is designed for aspiring DJs who want to master the classic art of vinyl DJing. Over eight lessons, you’ll learn everything from setting up your equipment to performing live with vinyl records. This course provides the essential skills, techniques, and knowledge required to confidently spin vinyl and develop your unique style.
Objective: Understand the history and fundamentals of vinyl DJing, and learn how to set up your turntables and equipment properly.
- The History of Vinyl DJing: An overview of the origins of vinyl DJing and its role in the evolution of modern DJ culture.
- Equipment Overview: Introduction to turntables, mixers, cartridges, and needles.
- Setting Up Your Turntables: Proper setup for vinyl, balancing tonearms, adjusting tracking force, and setting anti-skate.
- Understanding the Mixer: Basic features of a DJ mixer (crossfader, EQ, gain, effects) and how to use them with vinyl.
- Connecting Your Gear: How to connect your turntables, mixer, and sound system correctly to avoid distortion and technical issues.
Objective: Learn how to choose the right vinyl records for your sets and maintain your vinyl and equipment for optimal performance.
- Choosing Vinyl Records: Tips on building a diverse and interesting vinyl collection with various genres, tempos, and vibes.
- Understanding Vinyl Pressings: Differences between 33 RPM, 45 RPM, and 78 RPM records; identifying different types of vinyl pressings.
- Vinyl Maintenance: How to clean and care for your vinyl records to prevent wear and damage.
- Turntable Care: Maintaining your turntables, tonearm, and needle for longevity and optimal sound quality.
- Organizing Your Vinyl: How to organize your collection to quickly find tracks during a set.
Objective: Learn the foundational skill of beatmatching, a key technique for seamless vinyl mixing.
- Understanding BPM: How to determine the beats per minute (BPM) of a track and match tempos for smooth transitions.
- Manual Beatmatching: Learn to match the tempo of two tracks by ear using pitch control and the platter.
- Cueing & Mixing Techniques: How to use headphones to cue up tracks, adjust pitch, and find the right moments to mix.
- Beatmatching Drills: Practice beatmatching with different genres of vinyl to sharpen your timing and rhythm.
- Basic Transitions: Learn how to transition between two vinyl tracks using volume faders, EQ adjustments, and crossfading.
Objective: Master the art of mixing two vinyl records seamlessly for a professional DJ performance.
- EQing for Smooth Mixes: How to use EQ (bass, mid, treble) to avoid clashing frequencies and create smooth transitions.
- Using the Crossfader: Learn how to use the crossfader effectively for smooth transitions between tracks.
- Phasing & Panning: Understanding how phasing works with vinyl and using panning to create balance between tracks.
- Creative Transitions: Learn techniques like drops, filters, and fades to create dynamic transitions that add excitement to your set.
- Mixing in Key: Introduction to harmonic mixing and how to match the key of tracks for smoother, more musical transitions.
Objective: Get introduced to the art of scratching and basic turntablism techniques to add creativity to your mixes.
- The Fundamentals of Scratching: Learn basic scratch techniques such as the baby scratch, forward scratch, and transform scratch.
- Using the Crossfader for Scratching: How to use the crossfader to manipulate the sound while scratching.
- Chopping & Cutting: Learn how to chop beats and sample sections of a track for more dynamic mixes.
- Turntablism Tricks: Introduction to advanced turntablism tricks like flares, crabs, and hydroplanes (advanced students).
- Scratch Patterns: How to practice and incorporate scratching into your live sets without disrupting the flow of the music.
Objective: Learn how to read the crowd and build a vinyl set that creates the perfect atmosphere in any venue.
- Building a Tracklist: How to plan your set, choose tracks, and organize your vinyl records based on energy levels.
- Reading the Crowd: Understanding crowd energy and adjusting your selections in real-time to keep the dancefloor moving.
- Flowing Between Genres: How to smoothly transition between different genres and tempos to keep the vibe fresh.
- Building a Set for a Specific Event: Tailoring your set to the vibe of different events, whether it’s a club night, party, or private event.
- Audience Interaction: Tips for engaging with the crowd through your performance and creating memorable moments.
Objective: Elevate your mixing skills with advanced techniques and creative ways to manipulate vinyl records live.
- Advanced Beatmatching Techniques: Learn to blend tracks with different BPMs and incorporate variations in tempo.
- Live Remixing with Vinyl: Using looping, backspins, and other turntablism tricks to remix tracks on the fly.
- Layering Sounds: How to layer multiple tracks, acapellas, or effects using vinyl records for more dynamic performances.
- Live Edits: Creating live edits by manipulating tracks (stopping, restarting, re-looping) for creative sets.
- Using Effects: How to incorporate external effects (delay, reverb, flanger) into your vinyl mixes for added depth.
Objective: Gain the confidence and knowledge to perform live, troubleshoot technical issues, and leave a lasting impression on your audience.
- Live Performance Preparation: How to prepare your vinyl, organize your set, and get ready for a flawless performance.
- Dealing with Technical Issues: How to troubleshoot turntable and mixer problems on the fly (e.g., skipping records, distortion, equipment failure).
- Stage Presence & Audience Engagement: Tips for connecting with your audience, maintaining energy, and reading the vibe of the room.
- Recording Your Set: How to record your vinyl DJ sets and create mixes for future promotion.
- Promoting Yourself as a Vinyl DJ: How to use social media, online platforms, and networking to grow your DJ brand and get gigs.
Students should have a basic ability to create music productions, including a working knowledge of musical terms and concepts.
Hardware Requirements. / Optional
- Direct Drive Turntables (We Have In-House Equipment For Students To Use)
- DJ Mixer (We Have In-House Equipment For Students To Use)
- Headphones
- Vinyl Records (4 Piece Minimum) Must have Instrumental, Acapella, & Original Song On Vinyl
"After Graduation Job Placement Available"
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LEARN ON THE GO
The Cuts DJ Academy mobile app offers aspiring DJs a comprehensive platform to learn techniques, connect with instructors, and showcase their skills anytime, anywhere.
