On our first full day, we focus on ensuring everyone is set up for success. We'll make sure Traktor is properly installed, tracks are imported in a way that keeps your collection neat and organized, and preferences are configured to lay a solid foundation for a smooth and successful learning journey.

We don’t teach you how to build sets; we help you uncover how you build sets. The DTM Set Creation Model is unique in that it provides just enough structure to allow your innate musical talent to shine. We’ll also explore the browser section of your software, showing you how to set it up in a way that works best for your personal workflow with music.

Tracks—our passion! We dive deep into how to find the perfect tracks, where to purchase them, and which formats are best for your DJ setup. But that’s just the beginning. We’ll also explore the ins and outs of your decks' layout and functions to ensure you're using them to their full potential. By the end of this session, you'll have a solid understanding of not just what to play, but how to set yourself up for a smooth, seamless DJ experience.

Your day off—sort of. It's a chance to have a one-on-one session with a DTM DJ coach, go hunting for fresh tracks, work on your playlist, get a professional headshot taken, and connect with your fellow participants. Think of it as a well-earned break in the middle of an intense, immersive learning experience—giving you time to recharge while still making progress on your DJ journey

Today is dedicated entirely to mastering transitions and becoming proficient with the mixer section of both your hardware and software. We’ll begin by focusing on the three foundational skills essential for smooth, professional transitions, ensuring you build a strong and reliable foundation. Before long, you’ll be looping, EQing, and using FX with confidence and ease.

We wrap up the teachings in the morning, leaving time for a celebration to say goodbye in the same way we said hello—with a dance. Each graduation is unique, depending on our location, but it always includes dancing, a meaningful ritual, and plenty of fun to mark the occasion