Barista Fundamentals

Barista Fundamentals


The Barista Fundamentals course covers:

  • Introduction to Specialty Coffee
  • The factors affecting espresso extraction
  • How to effectively load, prepare and tamp a handle
  • Tasting and assessing espresso & milk coffee
  • How to steam milk to achieve perfect latte texture
  • Milk pouring technique for maximising flavour
  • Coffee menu items & their preperation
  • Machine & equipment cleaning and maintenance

The course includes demonstrations, hands on learning, and plenty of time for practice!


Details
3 hours

You will learn

  • Learn everything you need to make professional quality coffee

You will get

  • Coffee on arrival
  • Certificate of completion

Appropriate for

People seeking to start a career in specialty coffee, or improve their existing skill set for making coffee


Preparation

What to wear

Comfortable enclosed footwear


Your Teacher
Specialty Coffee Trader

Specialty Coffee Trader

11 reviews

Specialty Coffee Trader is North Queensland's leading provider of Australian Specialty Coffee, Espresso equipment, Barista training and Cafe products.


5.0 (6 reviews)
Hanna
Sep 2025
Absolutely great class!!
Nana
Sep 2025
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Kaiden
Jul 2025
Amazing, super helpful and clarified a lot! Charlie was lovely and very accomodating, he explained everything really well. 10/10, great class and lovely spot for a coffee!

Terms

Cancellations & Refunds

If the organiser cancels the class:

You are entitled to a full refund.

If you can't attend the class:

You’re welcome to send someone in your place.

OR

  • A refund can be requested 7 days before class starts. Free of charge.
  • A transfer can be requested 2 days before the class starts. Free of charge.

No changes will be allowed after these times.

Terms & Conditions

Anyone partaking in any classes or coming to any events at Specialty Coffee Trader or organised by Specialty Coffee Trader must agree to these terms and conditions.

1.) LIABILITY WAIVER

I agree to take on full responsibility for any damages, injuries and for physical and/or personal property, which I might incur whilst participating in classes and/or events organised by Specialty Coffee Trader

2.) PHOTO & VIDEO

I agree to give Specialty Coffee Trader unrestricted publishing rights for any photographs or videos taken at Specialty Coffee Trader  classes and events or on Specialty Coffee Trader premises. (For use of Specialty Coffee Trader marketing materials).

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