Learn to DJ on real gear
What you get
Beginner track
Beatmatching, phrasing, EQ and your first clean 30-minute set.
Advanced track
Scratch technique, harmonic mixing, open-format transitions and crowd reading.
Real equipment
Train on Pioneer, Denon and Numark gear — the same kit you will meet in a booth.
Studio access
Practice time in the room between sessions, not just during lessons.
Do I need my own equipment?
No. All training happens on studio equipment. If you do own gear, bring it and we will set it up with you.
How long does a course take?
It depends on the track and how often you come in. Call 0789 191 660 and we will map a schedule around you.
Where are the classes held?
At the Derrick Files Studio room on Plot 1 Bukoto Street, Kisementi, next to Acacia Mall, Kampala. You train in the same space the studio works in, so the gear and the monitoring are what you will meet on a real job.
What does a DJ course cost in Kampala?
Price depends on the track you take and how many sessions you book, so we quote per student rather than posting one figure. Call or WhatsApp 0789 191 660, or email contact@derrickfiles.com.
Do you teach complete beginners?
Yes. Most students arrive having never touched a mixer. The beginner track starts at counting bars and ends with you playing a clean 30-minute set.
When is the studio open for lessons?
Monday to Thursday 8am to 10pm, Friday 8am to 11pm, Saturday 10am to 11pm and Sunday 12pm to 8pm. Sessions are booked around your schedule inside those hours.
More from the studio
Other services
Gear 4 Hire
Controllers, CDJs and mixers for hire — Pioneer, Denon, Numark and more, delivered and set up.
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Maintenance & Repair
Diagnosis, repair and servicing of DJ equipment, plus computer sales, repair and maintenance.
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Sound & PA
Clean sound systems and PA for hire, scaled from intimate rooms to open-air stages.
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Stage, Truss & Lighting
Stage build and rigging with moving heads, washers, blinders and floodlights.
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DJ Academy
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Visit & book
Plot 1. Bukoto Street. Kisementi
Next to Acacia Mall, Kampala, Uganda. Walk in for gear and classes, or call ahead for bookings and hire.
Contact
+256 789 191 660Kampala