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Ibiza might be well-worn ground for electronic pilgrims, but this year, there’s a fresh spin on the Balearic beat. Orbit DJ Retreats is back to the White Isle from September 28 to October 3, 2025, corralling some highly respected industry figures—Joe Goddard (Hot Chip), Phil Hartnoll (Orbital), and BBC Radio 1’s Sarah Story, among others—to put aspiring DJs and producers through their paces. The aim? Pull participants out of the standard, hollow “press-play” routine and show them how to thrive in a hyper-competitive scene.
What started as a niche getaway for folks wanting a crash course in music production and DJ skills has turned into a series of hands-on crash courses that actually deliver. Past alumni of Orbit have gone on to land record deals with big labels and play gigs that some only daydream about. But despite the brand’s track record, the vibe they’re broadcasting is less “ultra-slick marketing machine” and more about building a creative space. From yoga and breathwork to direct mentorship sessions with legitimate heavyweights, it’s got a holistic slant that stands out in an industry often driven by clicks and hype.
And they’re not just limiting themselves to the legendary Ibiza. This year’s expansion to Byron Bay from August 24 to 29, 2025, is a statement of intent: bridging Europe’s club culture with Australia’s ever-growing dance scene. Over in Oz, Soul Clap (Charles Levine), Yolanda Be Cool, Doorly, GAWP, and a few surprise guests are rolling up to lead workshops—hands-on stuff, not just “turn up, smile for the camera, and fly out.”
It’s like an accelerated course in dance music craftsmanship, from behind-the-decks strategies to navigating label releases.
Despite the breezy, palm-trees-and-beachside-living image, there’s a real engine under Orbit’s hood. It’s not about superficial “insta-worthy” networking; it’s genuine skill-building, brain-picking from mentors who’ve been around the block—and maybe partied around it, too.
If you’re looking for a higher-tier approach to diving into the electronic music world, you might want to watch these retreats carefully.
Applications are open now, and with the Ibiza edition already half sold, there’s clearly a demand for something more than the standard YouTube tutorial.
Ibiza: Event Link
Byron Bay: Event Link
