DJ4Life Academy (DJ Lessons)

03/26/09

Best Place to Learn How to DJ or Fine-Tune Expert Skills

by DJRubia at Citysearch

I was thoroughly pleased with my instruction at DJ4Life Academy. Sasha Tosic and his teachers conduct 1:1 classes in a professional manner that combine state-of-the-art DJ techniques, personalized coaching, a hands-on approach, and a ton of fun. When I entered the class in November ’08, I had never even touched a mixer and I barely knew what a CDJ was. All I knew was that I loved music and wanted to share it at a new level. Sasha’s thorough approach and attention to detail enabled me to learn the basics right away and I was performing as a DJ after only 3 classes! 2 months later I was playing parties, getting hired for gigs, and networking with other DJs, thanks to DJ4Life. I highly recommend this academy for new DJs that want to learn the basics or seasoned professionals that want to fine-tune their style. Thanks to Sasha and the staff at DJ4Life. You changed and enriched me, 4 life. DJ Rubia.

• Pros: Personalized instruction, fast-paced progress, networking
• Cons: none

09/01/08

Becoming a DJ...

by muzikloversf at Citysearch

When I initially moved to San Francisco I realized within a short few months I wanted to take my hobbyist DJ skills to another level. DJ4Life Academy was the first site that came up in my search; I called Sasha (Tall) and setup my first session for Level II.

First off, the cost of the class is very reasonable considering both what you learn in such a short amount of time and that you are not locked into a whole semester for some sort of certification costing well over a thousand.

One of the unique experiences that DJ4Life offers you is the ability to play live. Personally, my first live performance with DJ4Life was an awesome experience that has only since catapulted my passion for Djing and I have had several performances since. Currently, I am working on some international venues for next year and planning to go for broke!!

Lastly, through DJ4Life, Sasha has created an entire community of really solid people that motivate and inspire each other to get better and better. I have already met several friends that I actually mix with monthly. In addition, Sasha is an experienced business man that can also help you with some solid concepts on how to market yourself and engage setting up venues at a local or international level.

In a quick summary, DJ4Life offers the full spectrum of becoming a solid DJ to promoting yourself and playing in venues you never thought possible. I highly recommend!!

09/01/08

My experience at Dj4Life

by TonyHend at Citysearch

Let me first preface with the reason why I initially went to the DJ4Life academy - to take my undying passion for house music outside the confines of my apartment and into into the world(well, San Francisco first) and ride the adventure as long as physically possible.

Considering I had no prior experience playing live(just small groups of friends I would fully solicit to play for), I really needed someone who could mentor me and help educate me with all the technical intricacies based on their experience... and Sasha, energizing a crowd of over 40,000 people, has the experience.

As a teacher, Sasha is very patient and easy going but also very observant an quick to explain/correct your mistakes as they occur leaving you feeling upbeat about your progress after each session. Sasha is also very passionate; not just about the music but growth of the community; this is another huge reason that adds to the experience - he is a forward-thinking entrepreneur then can prep you not only in your DJ skills but also the business aspects.

I've been through levels II and III; playing live in front of a group of people is like jumping out of an airplane... you can't fully understand until you experience it yourself.. I'm completely hooked :)

I would definitely would recommend DJ4Life for anyone interested in pursuing DJ'ing for the love of music or taking it to the next level.

Thanks DJ4Life & Sasha!

• Pros: Great community, awesome instructors !
• Cons: no cons!