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SCA Barista Skills Intermediate
The Barista Skills Intermediate course builds on the concepts and skills introduced in the Foundation course. It is ideal for someone who has barista skills experience and wants to explore how to improve coffee quality and prepare for more complex job functions found in the barista profession. Through this interactive course, learners will gain a deeper understanding of the coffee itself, specifically the impact of a coffee’s variety, origins and processing methods on flavor; the parameters of coffee quantity, grind texture, water quality, and shot time and their interaction when dialing in a brew recipe; drink construction and taste differences; workflow management and efficiency, sensory aspects of the espresso extraction; milk handling and techniques as well as latte art. In addition to coffee preparation, this course also covers key concepts regarding health and safety, customer service, and basic business practices. A written exam tests Intermediate course knowledge while a practical exam assesses the learner’s ability in terms of grinder calibration, espresso extraction analysis, latte art skills and drinks construction.
$895.00
Monday, January 19, 2026
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Tuesday, January 20, 2026
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Wednesday, January 21, 2026
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Thursday, January 22, 2026
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Friday, January 23, 2026
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January 23, 2026 -Coffee “Office Hours”
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January 23, 2026 -Coffee “Office Hours”
Coffee “Office Hours”
Play on any of the coffee brewing equipment in our lab, with an Opo trainer available to answer any questions or give tips on technique. Open to anyone, professional baristas and home coffee enthusiasts alike. Coffee beans and whole milk included. Available equipment: 2-group La Marzocco Linea Classic EE 1-group La Marzocco GS3 Nuova Simonelli Mythos espresso grinder Nuova Simonelli G60 AMC espresso grinder Mazzer Major espresso grinder Mahlkonig Guatemala coffee grinder Breville Barista Express home espresso machine Breville Bambino Plus home espresso machine Baratza Encore home grinder Bonavita Metropolitan 8-cup drip brewer Various manual brew methods: French press, Aeropress, Kalita, Clever, V60, Chemex Hot water tower Water kettles Weighing scales Maximum Size: 6 people
$15.00
Coffee “Office Hours”
Play on any of the coffee brewing equipment in our lab, with an Opo trainer available to answer any questions or give tips on technique. Open to anyone, professional baristas and home coffee enthusiasts alike. Coffee beans and whole milk included. Available equipment: 2-group La Marzocco Linea Classic EE 1-group La Marzocco GS3 Nuova Simonelli Mythos espresso grinder Nuova Simonelli G60 AMC espresso grinder Mazzer Major espresso grinder Mahlkonig Guatemala coffee grinder Breville Barista Express home espresso machine Breville Bambino Plus home espresso machine Baratza Encore home grinder Bonavita Metropolitan 8-cup drip brewer Various manual brew methods: French press, Aeropress, Kalita, Clever, V60, Chemex Hot water tower Water kettles Weighing scales Maximum Size: 6 people
$15.00
Saturday, January 24, 2026
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January 24, 2026 -Home Espresso
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Featured January 24, 2026 -Featured Latte Art Basics
Home Espresso
This practical workshop is perfect for those who have a home espresso machine and would like to brew better shots and understand how barista technique affects taste in the cup. During the class, you’ll learn the basics of espresso extraction and work on things like grind adjustment, distribution, and tamping, learning on commercial equipment and Breville home machines. Our experienced trainers will guide you through the process, providing tips and tricks to help you sharpen your home barista skills. Students will receive a 15% discount on coffee and merchandise the day of class! Maximum Class Size: 6 students Instructor: Joel Ballard, Opo Barista & Authorized SCA Trainer
$60.00
Latte Art Basics
Whether you’re just getting started as a barista, have an espresso machine at home, or simply want to learn latte art technique for fun, this hands-on class is a great introduction to basic latte art. You’ll get direct instruction and practice using commercial or home espresso equipment to get one step better in pouring latte art - whether that's starting with a simple heart, or improving technique for more consistent milk texture for your more advanced pours. No previous experience required. Maximum Class Size: 6 students Instructor: Joel Ballard, Opo Barista & Authorized SCA Trainer
$60.00
Sunday, January 25, 2026
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