FFINN — DJ Workshops Bristol

About FFINN

aka Fiona (they/she)

Professional DJ — 10+ years DJ Tutor — 5 years Enhanced DBS Checked

My unique skill lies in multi-genre musical journeys which have the ability to soundtrack a variety of environments. I enjoy an eclectic list of genres, including but not limited to: Dubstep/140, DnB/Halftime, Jungle, Juke/Footwork, Garage, Electro, Breaks, House/Techno, Trance, IDM/Electronica, Hip Hop, Post-Rock, Indie, Metal and all kinds of Pop music.

Check out my mixes and see if our vibes match :)

About the Workshops

CDJ-oriented DJ workshops
Beginner and Intermediate skill levels
1-on-1 and small groups
In-person at Pirate Studios – Bristol, UK

My workshops are informed by my acquired skills and experience as a neurodiverse, queer, femme-presenting selector and technician in the industry for over a decade. I will be working with your personal goals and access needs, so you can expect a safe, informal, organic and playful space that's free of judgement, where mistakes are seen as the best learning points.

If you'd like to kick-start or progress your DJ journey, convert your vinyl skills over to CDJs, and/or venture into crafting multi-genre sets seamlessly — I'd love to meet you!

Topics I Cover

tailored to your goals — but not limited to:

Foundations

Anatomy of a song Counting bars DJ etiquette

Software

Rekordbox 101 Pt. 1 USB prep Rekordbox 101 Pt. 2 advanced features

Hardware

Equipment 101 Pt. 1 CDJ setup basics Equipment 101 Pt. 2 advanced use & flair

Technique

Track cueing Beat matching Mixing with EQs Finding the right cue points Mixing nuances & flairs Recovering from mistakes

Artistry & Industry

Curating a mixtape Multi-genre journey Insights from a neurodiverse, queer, femme DJ & former label owner

Lessons are held in-person at Pirate Studios in Bristol, UK. Prices include studio hire.

Packages

Crash Course — Beginner £130 / 3 hrs

Required: Basic music theory (song anatomy & counting bars).

Walk away feeling house-party-ready!

Example topics covered, tailored to your goals:

Rekordbox 101 Pt. 1
Equipment 101 Pt. 1
Track cueing
Beat matching
Basic EQ mixing

Crash Course — Intermediate £130 / 3 hrs

Required: Basic music theory + beginner knowledge or substantial experience with CDJ equipment & mixing.

Walk away feeling booth/stage-ready!

Example topics covered, tailored to your goals:

Rekordbox 101 Pt. 2
Equipment 101 Pt. 2
Finding the right cue point(s)
Mixing nuances & flairs
Recovering from mistakes

The Full Monty £600 / 15 hrs

A fleshed-out course for all skill levels — no prior musical or mixing experience required. Runs across 5 days over about a month. We'll dig deep and play hard, with ample space to practise and breathe.

4× 3-hour sessions with breaks (recommended weekly, but flexible)
1× 3-hour supervised mixing session — practise and record your mix
Lesson plans tailored to your personal goals
£50 non-refundable deposit upfront; remainder via a mutually-agreed payment plan

Walk away with a recorded mix, confidence with the equipment, and the mixing flairs to explore on your own.

Bespoke Tuition £45 / hr · £130 / 3 hrs

For those who are already adept with DJ equipment & mixing. Best suited for those returning to the decks after a hiatus, or looking to level up their mixing styles.

Refresh your muscle memory around the equipment
Convert your vinyl mixing skills to CDJs
Try out and bounce mixing ideas with me
Supervised mixing and/or recording of a set
Run through any other topics in the syllabus

Mentorship £20 / hr · £50 / month

Hourly: video calls or in-person meetings.
Monthly: ongoing emails and instant messaging on top of video calls and in-person meetings.

Pick my brain over any of these topics:

DJ etiquette
Soundboard, mixtape and setlist ideas
Constructive feedback on a mix or set you've done
Finding your positionality within the music industry
Insights from an ethnic minority, AuDHD, queer, femme-presenting DJ, artist, technician, former record label owner and promoter
Any other topics from the syllabus

Booking Policy

Sessions available on the hour from 10am–7pm on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Other timings considered — just get in touch.
Personal sessions: a 50% non-refundable deposit upfront; remainder via bank transfer or cash after the session.
Gift sessions: full payment required upfront.
Your deposit or full payment is valid for one year from payment date.
Sessions can be rescheduled with at least 24 hours' notice. Cancellations outside this window will forfeit your deposit or payment.
Bookings are subject to my availability — I hold part-time and freelance work outside of this.

Book Your 3-Hour Session

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For mentorship, bespoke group sessions, low-income enquiries, or any other questions — email me.