Barista Basics

Master the Core Skills Every Barista Needs to Know

Ideal for beginners eager to learn the fundamentals of coffee making

Being a barista today goes far beyond steaming milk and using a grinder; it’s a refined craft that combines coffee knowledge, practical skills, and management techniques to deliver an exceptional coffee experience. This introductory barista training course equips you with the full range of competencies needed to thrive in a modern coffee setting, combining theory with hands-on practice.

During the Class, You’ll Learn:

  • Coffee varieties, processing methods, roasting fundamentals, and espresso history.
  • Best practices for selecting espresso machines and grinders.
  • Hands on training to master espresso extraction, milk steaming, and crafting classic espresso-based drinks.
  • Keep equipment in top shape with cleaning protocols and preventative care

Skill level 

From beginner

Cost

£125

Duration

6 Hours

Maximum Class Size

6

BEHIND THE BREW: A BARISTA’S JOURNEY

Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.
Barista training: hands-on learning and coffee craftsmanship in action.

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About Us

Dash Coffee Lab – Specialised Coffee Training in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. Just 45 minutes from London, we offer courses, covering everything from perfecting your home brew to mastering the roasting process. In partnership with the Espresso Academy in Florence, Italy; our hands-on training provides the skills and knowledge to take your coffee skills to the next level.

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  • 36 Leigh Road, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 9XG
  • Dash Coffee Lab is based in the charming coastal town of Leigh-on-Sea. Just a 45-minute direct C2C train ride from London Fenchurch Street, with Chalkwell railway station within walking distance. For more details on train schedules, please visit the National Rail Enquiries website.