Welcome to DJ Club CIC
We run DJ workshops to boost confidence, wellbeing and community.
Our DJ workshops give children and young people a safe and creative space to explore music, grow in confidence, and build lasting skills.
With expert guidance and access to professional equipment, every session supports their wellbeing and encourages positive self-expression.
What we do
We empower young people through music.
The DJ Club CIC is a community interest company based in Essex and London. We empower children and young people through DJ workshops, music and creative arts, helping to build confidence, support wellbeing, and provide opportunities to explore the creative industries.
Why DJing matters
DJ Club sessions link creativity with practical learning in a safe and upbeat environment allowing all participants to feel welcome and comfortable enough to express themselves while using professional DJ equipment.
Each lesson directly links to school subjects and teaches useful life skills that can be applied both inside & outside of the classroom.
Music Theory & Practical Performances
In our DJ Club sessions we set our foundational methods on music theory and deliver this in a practical way allowing the whole group to get involved.
Topics we cover: song keys, song structure, rhythm and phrasing, harmony, remixing key matching, track form, beat tracking, layering sounds, basic production and more.
Benefits: Joining our DJ Club improves musical understanding and gives students practical studio skills. Students learn to listen, arrange and perform music confidently.
Beats + Bars = Vibes
Have you ever wondered how a DJ makes the perfect drop?
DJing, at it’s core, is all mathematical. Having rhythm is great but being able to count/multiply/divide is essential for any DJ set.
Topics we cover: BPM (Beats Per Minute) and tempo, counting beats and bars, fractions in timing, tempo matching.
Benefits: Our sessions makes maths concrete. Students practise timing, pattern work and mental calculation which is key for tests in the curriculum and outside of the classroom.
Sound is all around us
Have you ever wondered how sound is able to come out of a CD’s or vinyl records? (yes those ancient artefacts)
Well look no further! From our internal metronome heartbeats to noise cancelling headphones, we will cover how sound travels with ever evolving technology and more in our sessions.
Topics we cover: sound waves, pitch and frequency, EQ (bass/mid/treble), acoustics, safe listening levels, DJ software, MIDI basics, sampling and looping, file and library management.
Benefits: We connect science concepts to everyday sound and safety. We build and develop digital skills and prepare students for creative tech roles.
DJ Club boosts overall computer literacy and confidence with creative tech in a fun and inclusive way.
The Art of Storytelling
We love a good song at DJ Club. From the intro build up to the catchy chorus, we dive into what makes a good song structure and uncover why chart topping hits stand the test of time and have the ability to get people on the dance floor.
Topics we cover: Analysing lyrics, song structure, set-list storytelling, key words, presenting and MC skills.
Benefits: improves clarity in speech, critical thinking, listening and written reflection.
All of the feels
We use music to explore emotions, from upbeat melodic tones to uplift the listener to more sombre dialled down chilled lo-fi beats. Our sessions are tailored to support mental wellbeing and act as early intervention by helping young people realise their potential.
Topics we cover: Emotional regulation through music, the impact of song keys and tempo, teamwork, confidence-building practice, resilience.
Benefits: supports mental health, social skills and a sense of belonging.
Endless audible possibilities
DJing can allow you to paint a picture in the minds of others through sound. DJing gives hands-on control of sound and helps shape musical ideas. The DJ can connect a song in it’s entirety or take vocal elements and chop it up to form their own interpretation. There are endless possibilities when using professional DJ equipment.
The DJ Club supports creative projects, sharpens timing and song/set structure, and offers practical experience like no other club out there.
Topics we cover: remixing, live arrangement, staging and visuals, creative risk-taking.
Benefits: encourages original work, creative inspiration, cultural exploration and sharing as well as boosting performance confidence.
What we offer
Group DJ workshops for ages 3–21
Fun & age-appropriate DJ workshops to explore music creatively. From beat matching to sound baths, every session is hands-on, using real DJ gear in schools and community spaces, led by DBS-checked facilitators.
One-to-One DJ Sessions
Our one-to-one sessions give young people the chance to build on what they’ve learned in group workshops and take their DJ skills to the next level. Each session is tailored to the individual, whether that’s working on technical skills, building confidence, or simply having a safe space to express themselves through music.
Music Therapy
For those who need it, sessions can include professional music therapy to support mental health.
Alongside practical DJ training, we check in with each young person, offering mentoring and support. Where needed, these sessions can also connect with music therapy, delivered by a certified therapist, to support wellbeing in a deeper way.
We have DJ classes tailored for all age groups
- Explore rhythm with games and movement
- Hands-on play with buttons, faders, and simple sounds
- Learn counting and timing through music
- Build confidence by sharing sounds with the group
- Understand basic beat matching and timing
- Play with loops and effects
- Introduction to song parts (intro, verse, chorus, outro)
- Team DJ activities to build communication and confidence
- First short performances in front of classmates
- Positive eye contact / reading the room
- Beat matching with and without sync
- Song structure and phrasing
- Smooth transitions with EQ and crossfader
- Explore song keys and creative blends
- Experiment with effects and loops
- Microphone confidence and crowd interaction
- Team DJ sets and mini-performances
- Record short mixes to track progress
- Basic Record Scratching Skills
- Manual beat matching at professional standard
- Harmonic mixing and creative transitions
- Advanced looping, sampling, and live remixing
- Mixing across multiple genres with confidence
- Stagecraft and performance skills
- Hosting and engaging with an audience
- Creating and recording full-length mixes
- Introduction to production and live beat making
- Professional development: building a DJ profile, set planning, performing live
What to expect
When you join our DJ Club sessions you will enjoy a relaxed and inclusive atmosphere. Our sessions are held in a judgement free zone with all abilities, skill levels and cultures are welcome.
- Unlock and express your creativity
- Mix your favourite songs
- Learn new musical skills
- Create new connections
- Get hands on with professional DJ gear
- Build your overall confidence and mental wellbeing
