DJ 101 @ Miyagi Education
Spring 02 Session D

DJ 101 is the foundation of Miyagi Education—our beginner-level entry into the craft, culture, and community of DJing. Each 6-week run offers four schedule options so you can pick the days that fit your life.

Whether you’re brand new or tightening up your basics, this course gives you real skills, hands-on time with gear, and a supportive community to grow with.

Spring 02 Session D Weekly Schedule

Both 101 courses each session teach the exact same curriculum:

• 101D Schedule: (5/6-6/13)
  Wednesdays 4:30–6:30pm
  Sundays 5-7pm

Same course. Same outcomes. Same graduation.

What You’ll Learn

Over 6 weeks, you'll build a true foundation in:

• Song structure, BPM/tempo, and how DJs read energy

• Beat-matching and manual mixing

• Vinyl fundamentals: turntables, needles, mixers

• Digital fundamentals: controllers, Serato, workflow basics

• EQ and frequency control

• Transition techniques and phrasing

• Set curation + developing your taste as a selector

By the end, you’ll have the core skills to start your DJ journey with confidence.

Course Format

• Length: 6 weeks / 10 classes

• Cohort Size: Small, intimate groups for real hands-on time

• Instructors: One lead instructor + one assistant, both seasoned professional DJs

• Graduation: A public performance at Miyagi during our weekly Saturday programming

Your graduation set is your first real chance to step into the booth and share your sound.

What Graduates Receive

• 15% lifetime Miyagi shop discount
  (for on-time, consistent attendance + completing your graduation set)

• Community access to working DJs, collaborators, and future opportunities

• Performance pathways at Miyagi events and partner venues

• Practice access to our in-shop DJ setups (great if you don’t have turntables or a controller yet)

• Priority enrollment for intermediate and specialty courses

Pricing — 2026 Model (Sustainer • Community • Scholarship)

Each cohort offers 5 total seats, priced to sustain the program while keeping access open:

• 3 × Sustainer Seats — $400 each
  Supports the true cost of the course and helps keep Community + Scholarship seats available.

• 1 × Community Seat — $350
  For students who can meet basic needs but benefit from reduced tuition.

• 1 × Scholarship Seat — $325
  Reserved for students for whom full tuition would be a hardship.

Thank you for choosing the tier that reflects your situation. This helps us keep Miyagi Education accessible, sustainable, and community-rooted.

Note: Class payments are non-refundable after the 2nd session.

After You Enroll

You’ll receive:

• The full course syllabus

• A short intake form

• Orientation details

• Optional prep tips for your graduation set

Welcome to Miyagi Education.
Let’s build your foundation. WAX ON!