Vancouver DJ School β Elevate Your Skills with Pacific Sound's DJ Academy
At Pacific Sound Entertainment, our Vancouver DJ School courses are more than just lessons β theyβre your gateway to the professional DJ world. Whether you're a beginner dreaming of your first gig or an experienced performer ready to refine your craft, the Pacific Sound DJ Academy offers one of the most immersive and career-focused DJ training experiences in Western Canada.
Why Our Vancouver DJ School Training Courses in Vancouver Stand Out
Weβve seen what else is out there β short workshops on entry-level gear, online videos with little feedback, and beginner-only classes that stop short of preparing you for the stage. With our DJ Academy Vancouver courses we do things differently. At Pacific Sound in our Vancouver DJ School, we guide you every step of the way β from setting up your first PA system to preparing for paid gigs.
Weβve also worked closely with trusted industry suppliers like Long & McQuade, where weβve posted flyers and occasionally rented professional-grade gear for our courses. Their support has helped us maintain top-quality sound setups and introduce students to real-world event equipment used across the Vancouver music scene. CLick the link below to see for your self.
What sets us apart with our Vancouver DJ School is:
We donβt teach on basic $300 controllers β our Intermediate and Advanced courses use Pioneer CDJ-3000s, DJM-900NXS2 mixers, and industry-leading club-standard gear.
We provide access to professional-grade sound systems, giving you real-world training that simulates the pressures and energy of live events.
We offer DJ services, live sound production, and artist management β so your journey with us doesnβt end at the classroom door.
Our Vancouver DJ School Academy classes regularly sell out because we keep class sizes small for personalized, hands-on training. From your first beatmatch to your first gig, weβre here to help you grow into a confident, crowd-ready DJ β with real career opportunities to follow.
Our Vancouver DJ School Courses, you Learn in Stages, Grow with Confidence
π§ Beginner Course β Your First Step Into DJing Our 6-hour Beginnerβs Course is where it all begins. Youβll learn:
-How to hook up DJ gear to a live sound PA system
-Beat counting, cue points, and basic transitions
-Exploring different music formats and genres
-Hands-on experience using our ERG music CD library and real DJ cables
This is the foundational course that sets you up for success β and yes, it includes plenty of time behind the decks.
Our Vancouver DJ School ποΈ Intermediate Course β Rekordbox + Real Club Gear The Intermediate Course takes your skills to the next level using Rekordbox DJ software. Learn to:
-Export playlists to USB for CDJ use
-Navigate CDJ-3000s and the Nexus A-9 mixer
-Practice transitions, loops, and cue point management
-Perform on the exact gear used in nightclubs and festivals
Weβre not talking about a controller you can buy at Best Buy β this is real club-standard hardware youβll be expected to master if you want to play serious gigs. π§ Advanced Course β Serato, Effects, and Creative Mixing Included FREE if youβve taken both Beginner and Intermediate courses, our Advanced Course focuses on:
-how to import and analyze music in Serato DJ Pro.
-Serato DJ Pro , Flip mode, and Scratch Bank
-Creative transitions and storytelling with music in Serato Dj Pro
-Advanced loop control, FX, and drop-ins with Serato DJ Pro
At this point, youβre not just learning how to DJ β youβre crafting a signature style.
Real Opportunities After Training with our Vancouver DJ School Academy Courses
Many DJ courses stop once the class ends. Ours doesnβt. At Pacific Sound Entertainment, weβve built a real-world pathway from classroom to stage:
-Assist or shadow our instructors at actual events
-Play at community gigs, pop-ups, and parties
-Be featured in our student showcases and behind-the-scenes video reels
-Get considered for our DJ roster β yes, we hire our best students
We've helped DJs go from classroom to crowd in as little as one month in our courses at our Vancouver DJ School Academy rooms. And weβre not just Vancouver-based anymore β weβre expanding to Abbotsford, Mission, and even Kamloops. So if you want DJ training courses in British Columbia that are rooted in real experience and opportunity, look no further.
Go Behind the Scenes with our Vancouver DJ School
Curious what itβs like inside DJ Academy Vancouver?
Check out real behind-the-scenes clips, photos, and stories from our classes. See students learning on pro gear, mixing tracks, and building their confidence in a hands-on, high-energy environment.
Meet Our Instructors at our Vancouver DJ School at our Vancouver locations
Our instructors are working DJs, producers, and audio techs who know the scene inside and out. β Christian Ashe β Lead Instructor With many years of experience at clubs, festivals, and private events across Canada, Christian brings deep technical knowledge, creative energy, and a passion for teaching. Heβs mastered both Serato and Rekordbox workflows and brings that experience directly into the classroom. Every instructor at Pacific Sound is focused on student success, making sure youβre not just learning β youβre thriving. Come see at our Vancouver DJ School!
Why Train in our Vancouver DJ School courses?
Vancouver is home to one of the most diverse and exciting music scenes in Canada. From underground raves and lounges to formal weddings and high-end corporate events, DJs are in demand. Our training connects you to:
-Venues and promoters
-Equipment rental and production companies
-Fellow artists and creatives
You'll gain access to events, partnerships, and support from a network thatβs here to see you win.
What You Get:
-Real hands-on training on club-standard gear
-Personalized instruction with small class sizes
-Access to performance opportunities and client bookings
-FREE Advanced course when you take Beginner + Intermediate
