Scratch DJ Academy
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Phone: (310) 312-6599
- Cross Street:
- Pico Boulevard
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri 12pm-9pm, Sat 1pm-9pm, Sun 1pm-7pm
Editorial Description for Scratch DJ Academy
Three levels of DJ lessons, ranging from beginner to intermediate, at R.E.H.A.B. record store. Taught by popular L.A.-area turntablists.
Insider Tips
The ExtrasSign up for private lessons if you're too shy to spin in front of a group and don't mind shelling out extra cash.
Know Before You GoThe Academy offers practice space for anyone currently taking lessons, so enroll and use the turntables to your heart's content.
User Reviews for Scratch DJ Academy
02/07/2008 Posted by djfreshkind
a friend of mine that i reccomended to take a dj class at scratch class let me know that there was a negative comment here on the academy and i had to come post. the comments below couldnt be more off base! now, i understand that everyone's experience is unique, but me, and im sure the group of people i went thru all three courses with, would beg to differ. first, being a female struggling to teach myself (or worse, male friends that had no idea how to explain how to mix) with a turntable set that i aquired, i was weary about taking a class with a group of strangers. the academy manager put me at ease, and rather than throw me in a class after a conversation on the phone, he suggested i attend a free class which preceeded the graduation ceremony for students. i felt even better when i was received by over 50 students that had completed their courses, and were doing exhibitions. everyone was so delighted they got their "first gig" out of the way, performing on stage in front of friends and family - and weary people like me. i signed up on the spot, partly because it was apparent that there was a strong sense of community. while i am no longer taking classes, 6 months later, im putting together my first demo mixtape! Some of my classmates have house party gigs and ive managed to make some really great friends from all walks of life. learning how to DJ has been one of the greatest things in my life, and i wouldn't be here were it not for DJ Hapa, Elseware, Val, and all of the staff that has spent tireless
Pros: you actually learn music theory!
Cons: parking is challanging, but after 6pm street parking is alll goood! watch out for the metermaids! they'll get ya on this street
02/07/2008 Posted by djkid
i went to Scratch's FREE dj class and it was so fun. they went over the history of the scratch. (props to Grandwizzard Theodore) i had so much fun, im definitely going to take another class!
