DJ School & Music Production Academy in Johannesburg
As Johannesburg’s premier DJ school, we offer professional DJ lessons near me for students of all levels…
Your DJ Journey Starts Here
Train with Johannesburg’s top DJs, master cutting-edge gear, and join a powerful community that lives and breathes music.
- Beginner to Pro DJ Courses
- Hands-On Training with Industry Gear
- Networking with Music Professionals
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About DJ4Life: Gauteng’s Premier Music Hub
Discover DJ4Life: Learn, Create, Connect
DJ4Life isn’t just a school—it’s Johannesburg’s heartbeat for anyone passionate about DJing, music production, or sound. With hands-on decks, pro-level equipment, and cutting-edge tech, we bring beginners, rising stars, and industry pros together in one creative space. Here, people jam, collaborate, and level up in a vibrant, energetic environment. DJ4Life is more than training—it’s a playground for creativity, innovation, and making your mark in the music scene.
Our DJ Courses & Music Production Classes
- Embark on your DJing journey with our Turntable Training course designed for beginners! Dive into the world of turntables, where you’ll gain...
Professional DJ Training: Beginner to Advanced
- South Africa’s most conclusive DJ training programs with exceptional benefits. We are the sought after “dj school near me” with...
Music Business & Artist Management Course
- This Package is designed for DJ’s who are ready to take their DJ career to the next level. This package will design your brand identity, teach you...
Audio Mixing & Mastering Services
- Learn the well-kept industry secrets of EQing, Compression, Panning, Level balancing, Reverb, special effects and refine your track to a dance...
Keyboard Essentials Course
- Developing your keyboard playing will strengthen your knowledge of theory and enable you to be more efficient creating great sounding...
Music Theory Course
- Learn musical language and theory, produce and play music to your heart desire.
Our Musical Showcase
Discover the remarkable achievements of past and current students as they capitalize on their skills and knowledge at DJ4Life to journey through the world of music.
Music Programs for All Ages & Skill Levels
Kids
Our academy is an opportunity to introduce your little ones to a unique set of skills as an extra mural activity.
Teens
In this mentor-ship program, we guarantee a unique set of skills through a variety of different methods, explore career opportunities.
Adults
Young or Old, partnering with a family member, hobby or professional career, DJ4Life can meet your expectations guaranteed through professional training.
Advanced Classes
You can never stop learning, the industry is evolving daily with new techniques, programs and hardware.
Learn from Industry-Standard DJs & Producers
Tiisetso Dlamini
Studio Manager; DJ and Turntable Instructor; Artist marketing Specialist
Nhlakanipho Dlamini
Producer / Composer / Engineer / Studio owner / (Phushi Plan Music )Record Label owner.
What Clients Say About Us
“DJ4Life has been a very important part of my journey to becoming a DJ. Their courses are very practical and the theory is very well structured. My lecturer, Tiisetso has been very kind, patient and made it incredibly fun to be in class. I’m grateful for my experience there and I’m now part of The DJ4Life events.”
“Since coming to DJ4Life, my confidence has grown and I have a better understanding of music. I loved my course and loved being educated and mentored by T. I’m now completing my “Music Production” course and I can’t wait to see where this journey takes me.”
“Yes, I’m 54 and I’ve never has so much FUN in my life. Something I’ve always had on my bucket list, but never had the courage to “tick that box”. Well I loved it, what a great place, with a great vibe that allows you to be you.”
More reviews
“One of the best decisions I made was to enroll my child 16yrs into the DJ4Life DJ and Music Production program. DJ4Life has brought my son out of his shell, so to speak, boosted his self confidence and given him the tools to be the DJ he has always dreamed of becoming. It is a fantastic, fun mentorship program, with well versed lecturers and spectacular facilities. My son says its his 2nd home . . .”
“Yes, I’m 54 and I’ve never has so much FUN in my life. Something I’ve always had on my bucket list, but never had the courage to “tick that box”. Well I loved it, what a great place, with a great vibe that allows you to be you.”
“My experience at DJ4Life has be nothing but phenomenal, in fact, one of the greatest experiences of my life. DJ4Life and their team invests so much love, guidance and attention to detail to their students. DJ4Life is a great place to start when you want to find your purpose in music and the industry. They help you recognise your niche sound and explore every avenue with your productions. We are well equipped with resources and a wealth of knowledge to expand our productions to the next level. When you are apart of DJ4Life, you become family.”
DJ & Music Production Training FAQs in Johannesburg (DJ4Life Academy)
Are classes 1 on 1 or group?
Classes are strictly 1 on 1.
Where is your studio located?
Northlands Corner Shopping Centre, Tower A, 1st Floor, NSO, Suite 43, Cnr Witkoppen and New Market, Gauteng.
May I enroll at any time?
Yes, you may enroll at any time.
Do you provide gigs for students?
No. Instead, we equip students with proper techniques, arrange set preparation sessions in studio, shape their mindset, and teach performance etiquette.
Do you have branches in other provinces?
Regrettably, we’re only available in Johannesburg North for now.