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Training at the Seattle Barista Academy
Hands On Barista Training

One of the unique features of the Seattle barista training is we limit the professional class size to 7 people to ensure one on one personal coaching from the top barista trainers in the industry. This guarantees that you get the quality training experience you deserve.

Learn by doing. Work hands on in our professional and comfortable training facility located conveniently in Seattle, Washington, a capital city in the espresso revolution. Our experienced staff will help further your journey to espresso perfection. The courses are designed for every skill level from home enthusiast to experienced professional. Experience the espresso passion of the northwest in uplcose and personal manner.

We are different. Our passion for the baristas place at the end of the seed to cup chain is unmatched. This, coupled with over four decades of specialty beverage experience and a comprehensive knowledge of the most advanced barista techniques, gives our courses a relavant foundation. Our understanding of each piece of the coffee sourcing chain brings unparraled depth to these classes, while exposure to the cutting edge of brewing technology provides the student with an intense hands on learning experience.

Complimentary shuttle from the airport to the hotel, and from the hotel to the class each morning. Also from the class to the hotel each night. Please make arrangements with the concierge at the hotel, specify your name and mention you are with the Seattle Barista Academy.

Where training begins and perfection ends TM, from the professionals at the Seattle Barista Academy.
Training at Your Location
On Site Training at your location

Elevate and enhance the skill level of your baristas, create consistency in your organization. Differentiate yourself from your competition. Make your business stand out in excellence!

The Seattle Barista Academy offers fully customized training to meet your needs. Have a nationally ranked barista competitor, coffee shop owner, and work flow expert coach your staff to increase your quality, drink presentation and speed.

Guaranteed to increase sales and maximize your profitability. The value of on site training includes savings on expensive flights for shops with a large number of staff, as well as the additional consulting benefits of having an expert on location and serving you.

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Hands On Training at the Seattle Barista Academy
Barista Fundamentals, Gaining Command of the Variables - 2 day

This course covers the fundamentals including cupping and palate development; seed to cup chain; bean grinding; milk theory and milk steaming; espresso theory; extraction and profiling; and the basics of equipment maintenance; as well as work flow/ergonomics coupled with a visit to a coffee shop to observe and see in action what has been learned in the training. For pricing and registration click here.


Barista Fundamentals plus Drink Building Package - 3 day

This course continues to build on skills learned in days one and two and introduces hot and cold espresso beverage preparation and presentation including latte art and etching. For pricing and registration click here.

 

Barista Fundamentals plus Development of the coffee house menu: brewed coffee, tea, and other beverages - 4 day

This course continues the skills building of days one through three and also includes brewed coffee and whole bean sales; tea tasting and brewing; menu building and the psychology of its development; information about coffee roasting, profiles, and sourcing; and creating signature beverages. For pricing and registration click here.  (Effective June 2008)

 

Barista Fundamentals plus Drink building and Coffee Business Consulting Package - 5 day

The new coffee shop owner will find this training indispensable! This course offers all of the above plus a full day of business consultation covering staffing issues (e.g. hiring, training), development or review of your business plan and concept review, and methods of marketing (creating a satisfied and happy customer). For pricing and registration click here.  (Effective June 2008) 


Weekend Fundamentals Class 
This course is an intensified weekend course covering Barista Fundamentals, Drink building, and Latte art. The class is limited to five people to ensure a quality experience. For pricing and registration click  here.


Home Barista: Coffee Preparation - 1/2 day: Morning 
In this 3 hour course, you will discover how to get the best flavors out of your purchased coffee and brew.  Topics include: using the right water, the relationship between the grind and the brewing method, cupping (i.e. tasting) for beginners, choosing the right coffee, and a hands-on demonstration of several popular home brewing methods. For pricing and registration click  here.

 

Home Barista: Espresso Preparation - 1/2 day: Afternoon 
In this 3 hour course, you will learn the basics of espresso and espresso extraction. Topics include: how to extract espresso and diagnose taste problems, how to steam milk properly with tips and recipes for competition quality espresso beverages, and machine maintenance. The course offers a hands-on experience using several popular home machines and grinders. For pricing and registration click  here.