Up2Scratch DJ Academy

A one-instructor operation run by DJ Tom Yum from a purpose-built studio in Kemptown since 2016, a 20-year vinyl turntablist with Hip Hop/Funk/Soul credits alongside acts including MF DOOM, Slum Village and KRS-One, and founder of Yogocop Records.

There's no roster of tutors or accreditation body here, just one-to-one and small-group teaching: mixing, scratching and beat juggling, sold as single 2-hour lessons (£60) or 6-lesson beginner courses (£300, working out cheaper per hour). No phone number is published; booking runs through the website and email.

DJ1-to-1Short

At a glance

Price: From £60
Location: 17B Bloomsbury Place, Kemptown, Brighton BN2 1DA
Subjects: DJ
Formats: 1-to-1, Short
Accreditation: None published

Course structure

The formats Up2Scratch DJ Academy sells, and how long each one runs.

Single lesson	2 hours, £60
6-lesson package (Beginner Mix, Scratch or Beat Juggle)	12 hours, £300

Worth knowing

Founder DJ Tom Yum has 20 years' experience as a vinyl turntablist specialising in Hip Hop/Funk/Soul, and has performed alongside artists including MF DOOM, Slum Village, KRS-One and Lord Finesse.
Runs his own label, Yogocop Records, and hosts a regular Brighton 'open decks' scratch session with guest performers and battles.

Frequently asked

What does Up2Scratch DJ Academy cost?

Up2Scratch DJ Academy's prices start from £60, correct as of our last check.

Where is Up2Scratch DJ Academy based?

Up2Scratch DJ Academy is based at 17B Bloomsbury Place, Kemptown, Brighton BN2 1DA.

What does Up2Scratch DJ Academy teach?

Up2Scratch DJ Academy teaches DJ, in these formats: 1-to-1, Short.

Is Up2Scratch DJ Academy accredited?

Up2Scratch DJ Academy does not publish any formal accreditation or certification claims.

Sources

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