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Pekay DJ Academy · DJ Lessons That Inspire

This is wherethe mix starts.

A studio built around Pioneer DJ gear, one-on-one sessions, and an instructor who still plays out.

Train with confidence

Professional DJ education

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  • Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA) logo

    Botswana Qualifications Authority

    BQA accredited

  • Human Resource Development Council of Botswana (HRDC) logo

    Human Resource Development Council of Botswana

    HRDC accredited

01The approach

One student.One instructor.Real decks.

The approach

Private one-on-one

Sessions are one-on-one mentorship, two times a week, one hour each.

Real equipment

Hands-on training on Pioneer DJ gear at the Pekay Academy studio.

Your sound

Focus on two genres of your choice while you learn to mix.

A finished set

The course ends with a final recorded video set, an official DJ certificate and exposure.

The learning environment

DJ Pekay pointing at the deck in front of a Simply banner
03The instructor

Taught by DJ Pekay.

Self-taught, Gaborone-based, and still playing out. Winner of the Hunters DJ Competition (2024) and the Serowe Battle of the DJs (2017).

04How access works

Enrol. Pay. Upload. Learn.

  1. 01

    Apply or enrol

    Create your account and choose a course.

  2. 02

    Pay

    Follow the payment instructions from the academy.

  3. 03

    Upload proof

    Upload your proof of payment: a photo or PDF.

  4. 04

    Get approved

    The academy reviews it. Once approved, your course unlocks.

FAQ

Do I need my own equipment?

No. Training happens on Pioneer DJ gear at the Pekay Academy studio in Block 7, Gaborone. Rehearsal time on the academy's CDJs and mixers can also be booked by the hour.

How does the Beginner DJ Course work?

It's private, one-on-one mentorship: 8 weeks, two one-hour sessions a week, across 8 modules. You choose two genres to focus on, and the course ends with a final recorded video set.

What does it cost?

The Beginner DJ Course is P2,300.00 for the full course. A payment plan of P1,150.00 a month is available. Rehearsals are P100.00 per hour.

Do I get a certificate?

Yes. The Beginner DJ Course includes an official DJ certificate.