Barista skills training course

Our Barista skills training course is a comprehensive course for anyone wishing to become a barista.

During this course you will learn

1. Basic theory of coffee (History, Green coffee, roasting)
2. Equipment (How espresso machines and grinder work
3. Making espresso based drinks

Course curriculum

Day 1.

1. History of coffee
2. Coffee Species and varietals
3. Growing, harvesting and processing coffee
4. Roasting coffee
5. Theory of coffee extraction
6. Different Brew Methods (Practical Demo)
   

Day 2.

1. Theory Assessment of day 1
2. History of espresso machines
3. Espresso Theory
4.  The working of the espresso machine and different types of machines
5. The coffee grinder, how it works and different types
6. Distribution and tamping theory and technique
7. Practical - Grinder calibration and pulling espresso shots (1/2 day)

Day 3.

1. Theory Assessment day 2
2. Grinder calibration and pulling espresso shots
3. Practical assessment of calibration and espresso making
4. Milk steaming basics

Day 4. 

1. Advanced milk steaming techniques
2. Splitting of milk for various types of milk drinks
3. Milk pouring technique
4. Basic Latte art

Day 5. 

1. Refining and practising milk steaming and pouring
2. Building all espresso based drinks
3. Practical assessment 
   1. Grinder calibration - Assessed against time
   2. Milk steaming - Quality assessment
   3. Demonstrate ability to make Cappuccino, Latte and Flat White
   4. Latte Art - Student should be able to pour a heart and a tulip

Important:

This course gives the students the basic skills and knowledge to prepare good quality espresso based drinks. It is important to understand that a) the students own effort and abilities will determine the level of competence acquired and b) It normally takes a number of years of practice and ongoing learning to become an excellent barista. We cannot achieve this within  5 days but we do teach all the basic skills.

Courses starts at 09h00 and finishes at approx 15h00.

Charges includes free coffees and lunch every day.

A certificate of completion is issued after the course.