DJ Courses in Istanbul & 1-to-1 DJ Lessons in English
SonarHouse teaches DJing hands-on in a club-standard DJ studio in Istanbul, on Pioneer CDJ-2000NXS2 players and a DJM-2000NXS mixer. From organising your music in Rekordbox to technique, set building and stage confidence, you learn by playing. English-speaking students take 1-to-1 lessons with Mehmet Akar.
DJ Courses for Every Level
Whether you’re touching DJ equipment for the first time or want to take your performance to a professional level, there’s a program for you.
Intro DJ
For complete beginners. Learn to use club-standard Pioneer CDJs, build your music library in Rekordbox and mix smoothly, one-to-one or in a small group.
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Ultimate DJ
Our most comprehensive DJ course: 20 hours over 11 modules, from beatmatching and sound basics to set building, creative mixing and your DJ career.
Ask on WhatsApp →Intro DJ: What You’ll Learn
No prior knowledge needed. Step into a fully equipped DJ studio and learn club-standard Pioneer CDJs, effects and sampler integration, Rekordbox library management and harmonic mixing for seamless transitions, hands-on from the first lesson.
Level: Beginner · Format: 1-to-1 or small group · Studio: DJ Studio B · Certificate: SonarHouse Diploma
Ask About Intro DJ →Ultimate DJ: The Complete DJ Course
The top of our DJ programs, whether DJing is your career goal or your passion. Over 20 hours and 11 modules, each topic builds on the one before, with hands-on practice, industry know-how and career guidance.
Level: Intermediate / Advanced · Duration: 20 hours · Format: 1-to-1, in pairs or a private group of up to 4 · Studio: DJ Studio B · Certificate: SonarHouse Diploma
Ask About Ultimate DJ →1-to-1 DJ Lessons in English
If you don’t speak Turkish, you can learn to DJ in 1-to-1 private lessons with Mehmet Akar, founder of SonarHouse, with over 20 years of experience in the music industry. Group classes are taught in Turkish.
Professional DJ Instructors with Stage Experience
Learn from instructors who bring years of club and festival experience into every lesson.
Junior
A well-known name on Turkey’s electronic music scene who passes on years of club and festival experience to his students.
Mehmet Akar
Founder and senior instructor of SonarHouse with over 20 years of music industry experience, giving 1-to-1 guidance in DJing and production.
Hands-On Practice on Industry-Standard Gear
Lessons take place in our DJ studio, which recreates a real club booth with industry-standard equipment.
DJ Courses: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I take DJ lessons in English?
+Yes. DJ lessons in English are available as 1-to-1 private lessons with Mehmet Akar, in our DJ studio in Istanbul or online. Group classes are taught in Turkish. Message us on WhatsApp to plan your lessons.
Do I need any musical knowledge beforehand?
+No. The Intro DJ program requires no prior knowledge and is designed for complete beginners. The Ultimate DJ program is intermediate to advanced and requires basic computer skills, regular practice and consistent attendance.
How long does a DJ course take?
+Ultimate DJ is 20 hours over 11 modules. Intro DJ is a shorter 5-part beginner program. 1-to-1 lessons in English are planned around your level and goals. Message us on WhatsApp and we’ll help you choose the right length.
What equipment will I learn on?
+You learn on club-standard gear: Pioneer CDJ-2000NXS2 and CDJ-2000NXS players, Pioneer DJM-2000NXS and DJM-900NXS2 mixers, a Pioneer RMX-1000, a Toraiz SP-16 sampler and a Void Acoustics sound system, with your music prepared in Rekordbox.
Do I need my own DJ headphones?
+Yes. DJ headphones are required for every participant in both Intro DJ and Ultimate DJ. All other equipment is provided in the studio. If you need help choosing a pair, ask us on WhatsApp.
Will I get the chance to play at events?
+Yes. Students who successfully complete their course can get the chance to play at SonarHouse events and partner venues. What matters most is your performance, the time you put in and your progress during the course. Ultimate DJ graduates also become permanent members of the SonarHouse Ultimate DJ community.
Where do the DJ lessons take place?
+In the SonarHouse DJ studio in Seyrantepe, Kağıthane, 150 m from Seyrantepe metro station and a few minutes from Maslak and Levent on the M2 line. See the contact page for directions.
Start Your DJ Journey Today
Tell us about your level and goals, and we’ll find the right program for you.
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