Course description

The Barista Foundation Program is a 5-day intensive workshop focused on building essential coffee knowledge and practical skills.

Participants will learn the complete journey of coffee, from origin and processing to brewing, espresso extraction, and beverage preparation.

The course includes detailed sessions on manual brewing methods, espresso calibration, milk steaming, and latte art. Trainees will also explore café workflow, hygiene standards, and customer service fundamentals — everything required to step into the world of professional coffee.

Program Highlights:

• History & origin of coffee

• Coffee varieties and processing methods

• Manual brewing techniques (V60, French Press, AeroPress, etc.)

• Espresso fundamentals & extraction techniques

• Milk texturing and latte art basics

• Signature beverage development

• Café workflow and hygiene standards

• Coffee cupping and sensory evaluation

*Accommodation and food are available at an additional cost.

Participants will receive:

• Certificate of Participation

• Barista Level 1 Certification (after evaluation)

What will i learn?

• Understand coffee origins, beans, and processing techniques
• Confidently operate espresso machines and grinders
• Brew coffee using various manual methods
• Steam milk and create basic latte art
• Prepare and present signature espresso beverages
• Follow café workflow, hygiene, and service standards
• Develop basic sensory and tasting skills