7 events found.
Week of Events
Monday, March 30, 2026
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March 30, 2026 -Home Espresso
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March 30, 2026 -Choose Your Own Adventure
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
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$60.00
Choose Your Own Adventure
A flexible, private two-hour session for one to five people. Choose any topic from our existing classes, from latte art to home espresso to coffee tasting, and enjoy a focused, hands-on workshop tailored to your group. Perfect for small teams, friends, or anyone who wants a personalized learning experience in the Opo Training Lab. After you add the ticket to your cart, let us know what topic you'd like to cover! Your ticket purchase is for ONE PRIVATE SESSION, for up to five people. Instructors: Joel Ballard, Opo Barista & Authorized SCA Trainer Jonathan Pascual, Opo Founder & Authorized SCA Trainer
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$200.00
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
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Featured March 31, 2026 -Featured Latte Art Basics
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March 31, 2026 -Choose Your Own Adventure
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
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$60.00
Choose Your Own Adventure
A flexible, private two-hour session for one to five people. Choose any topic from our existing classes, from latte art to home espresso to coffee tasting, and enjoy a focused, hands-on workshop tailored to your group. Perfect for small teams, friends, or anyone who wants a personalized learning experience in the Opo Training Lab. After you add the ticket to your cart, let us know what topic you'd like to cover! Your ticket purchase is for ONE PRIVATE SESSION, for up to five people. Instructors: Joel Ballard, Opo Barista & Authorized SCA Trainer Jonathan Pascual, Opo Founder & Authorized SCA Trainer
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$200.00
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
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April 1, 2026 -SCA Brewing Foundation
SCA Brewing Foundation
This course introduces the learner to the different methods of brewing coffee. The learner will receive theoretical and practical hands-on instruction for a range of devices including various pourover cones, French press, siphon, Aeropress, Clever brewer, and more. Practical learning objectives and activities prepare the learner to prepare a tasty brew based on an understanding of the essential brewing elements and an analysis of their brew results. There is an online written exam administered upon completion of the course. Learn more about the SCA Coffee Skills Program here. Validated parking and lunch are included in the course fee. Students will receive a 15% discount on coffee and merchandise the day of class! Maximum Class Size: 6 students Class Duration: 7 hours Instructor: Jonathan Pascual, Authorized SCA Trainer SCA certificate courses have very limited seating and require significant planning and preparation to schedule, staff, and deliver. Because of this, SCA Courses follow a separate policy from our non-certification classes. Refunds and Rescheduling: 30+ days before the course start: You may reschedule or request a full refund at no charge. 15–29 days before the course start: You may reschedule or request a refund, less a 20% processing fee. Within 14 days of the course start: Cancellations […]
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$595.00
Thursday, April 2, 2026
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Friday, April 3, 2026
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April 3, 2026 -FREE Bag of Coffee!
FREE Bag of Coffee!
Taste Like a Pro! Have you ever wondered how baristas are able to rattle off incredibly specific descriptors for your coffee? Or how those flavor notes ended up on your bag of coffee? Well, if so, this class is for you! In this session we will discuss the basics of sensory analysis, how to taste like a coffee professional, and how to describe what you experience. We will also get a chance to participate in a coffee cupping, which is the process that coffee pros use to analyze a coffee. Come ready to drink lots of coffee! Each ticket includes a FREE bag of Opo Upside beans! Maximum Class Size: 8 students Instructor: Joel Ballard, Opo Barista & Authorized SCA Trainer
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$40.00
Saturday, April 4, 2026
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April 4, 2026 -Home Espresso
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Featured April 4, 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
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$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
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$60.00
Sunday, April 5, 2026
No events on this day.