Welcome to the Canadian Barista & Coffee Academy

This special training academy for barista (espresso machine operators) and those interested in learning more about coffee and espresso presents its 2008 Educational Program. The hands-on training workshops are lead by Canadian and international expert trainers and professional baristas. They are for those new to the industry or those who want to perfect their coffee skills and include: Basic Training, Advanced Training and Expert Barisa workshops. Please refer to the schedule below for upcoming events in your area.

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Barista Level 1: Basic Espresso Training
Maximum: 6 students per espresso machine station. Pre-registration required. 
Duration: 4 hours 
Cost: $279 per person 
Workshop includes take-home materials. Certificate of Completion issued. This workshop will cover the basics of espresso knowledge: 
• Espresso equipment primer 
• Fundamentals of espresso 
• How to grind, dose and tamp 
• How to steam milk 
• Introduction to beverage preparation: espresso, cappuccino and caffé latte (to the standard of the Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA) and World Barista Championship) 
Class participants will try their hand at preparing drinks with the help of a professional barista “coach” who will also review equipment maintenance and cleaning. Class attendees receive a certificate of completion from the Canadian Barista Academy.

Barista Level II: Advanced Barista Workshop
Maximum: 6 students per espresso machine station. Pre-registration required. 
Duration: 4 hours 
Cost: $279 per person 
Workshop includes take-home materials. Certificate of Completion issued. 
This workshop will be led by professional barista who share their expertise in advanced barista techniques, including: 
• Detailed equipment maintenance 
• Advanced level tamping and dosing 
• Advanced grinding and dosing techniques 
• Milk steaming techniques 
• Building creative designer drinks 
• Latte art demonstration 
Class participants will try their hand at preparing their own specialty drinks with the help of a professional barista coach. Latte Art will be introduced and practiced. Class attendees receive a certificate of completion from the Canadian Barista Academy.

Level III: Expert Barista Workshop
Prerequisite: Barista Level 1 or Barista Level 2 
Maximum: 6 students per class 
Duration: 4 hours 
Cost: $279 per person 
Workshop includes take-home materials. Certificate of Completion issued. This workshop will be led by will be led by a professional barista "instructor" who will demonstrate skills and explain the techniques of latte art. Milk texturing and pouring techniques will be reviewed. This is a practical hands-on workshop that will cover simple to more complex designs. Class participants will try their hand at their own artistic creation. Class attendees receive a certificate of completion from the Canadian Barista Academy. Note: Participants must be confident in milk frothing and pouring techniques. It is recommended that they complete Barista level 2 for this course.

Coffee Cupping 101
Duration: 2- 3 hours 
Cost: $125 per person 
This hands-on workshop covers the basics of coffee tasting and studies the significant taste spectrum that specialty coffee provides. It. includes an introduction to cupping vocabulary, procedures and objectives for coffee evaluation, followed by participation in comparative cupping sessions.

Opening a Successful Coffee Business Full-day Seminar
Duration: 8 hours and includes lunch
Cost: $395 per person 
A not to be missed opportunity if you are thinking of opening a business! Join a leading industry coffee consultant and guest experts in this dynamic all-day seminar for those venturing into coffee retailing. The seminar will address business planning, financing, finding a location equipment selection, menu and product development, pricing, staff hiring and training, operational systems and marketing, coffee cupping, coffee roasting, coffee brewing and much, much more.  Take home materials included as well as lunch and coffee break.

Barista Jam
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An informal get together for baristas that will include information and cover the rule changes for the upcoming regional and national barista competitions in Canada. It is followed by a barista latte art throw down -- an informal competition where registrants can compete and be judged by some Canadian National Barista Championship judges and fellow baristas. This is a great place learn more about barista competitions and develop contacts in the barista community while having some great fun.

Organizers are encouraging baristas from cafes and restaurants to sign up. It is open to both novices and seasoned operators alike from across Canada.

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Sponsorship

We are looking for sponsors for these important events that promote excellence in specialty coffee. Your products and company will be put in the spotlight through an extensive advertising and media campaign.

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