The Fundamentals

The Fundamentals Coffee Course is for individuals with no prior barista/coffee-making experience. The course is guided by an instructor that has years of experience, teaching multiple barista courses across Melbourne and has 10+ years of experience working as a barista. 

Students will receive practical experience, practicing on the highest industry grade coffee equipment, such as La Marzocco, to make a cup of coffee with silky-smooth milk textures.

Participants will:

  • Learn how to set up and the maintenance of a grinder and coffee machine workstation

  • Learn how to grind coffee beans

  • Learn the fundamental skills required for milk frothing

  • Learn basic latte art pouring

  • Serve and make different types of coffee, particularly types that are prevalent in Melbourne’s coffee culture

  • Receive hands on practice

  • Receive a Certificate of Completion

Who should join:

  • Aspiring baristas

  • Coffee enthusiasts

  • High school or University students looking for part-time/casual work

  • Café and restaurant business owners

  • Home baristas

  • Workers with office coffee machines

Prerequisites:

  • None