Please note: Training is done at our roastery at Unit 2 VSP complex, 98 Theuns Street, Hennopspark, Centurion (Pretoria, Gauteng). (See location and directions below) Our Barista skills training course is a comprehensive foundation course for anyone in Centurion, Pretoria, or across Gauteng wishing to become a barista. What You'll Learn Basic theory of coffee (history, green coffee, roasting) Equipment — how espresso machines and grinders work Making espresso-based drinks Course Curriculum Day 1 History of coffeeCoffee species and varietalsGrowing, harvesting and processing coffeeRoasting coffeeTheory of coffee extractionDifferent brew methods (practical demo)History of espresso machinesEspresso theoryThe working of the espresso machine and different types of machinesThe coffee grinder, how it works and different typesDistribution and tamping theory and techniqueGrinder calibration and pulling espresso shots Day 2 Theory assessment on Day 1 contentGrinder calibration and pulling espresso shots, continuedPractical assessment of calibration and espresso makingMilk steaming basics Day 3 Advanced milk steaming techniquesSplitting milk for various types of milk drinksMilk pouring techniqueBasic latte artRefining and practising milk steaming and pouringBuilding all espresso-based drinksCleaning your espresso machine Practical Assessments Grinder calibration — assessed against timeMilk steaming — quality assessmentDemonstrate ability to make a cappuccino, latte and flat whiteLatte art — student should be able to pour a heart and a tulip Important Information This course gives students the basic skills and knowledge to prepare good quality espresso-based drinks. The student's own effort and abilities will determine the level of competence acquired, and it normally takes a number of years of practice and ongoing learning to become an excellent barista — we can't achieve that in 3 days, but we do teach all the basic skills. Courses start at 09h00 and finish at approx. 16h00. Charges include free coffee and lunch every day. A certificate of completion is issued after the course. Location Training is done at our roastery at Unit 2 VSP complex, 98 Theuns Street, Hennopspark, Centurion (Pretoria, Gauteng). Please follow this link for the pin location See images below for exact location:
