Name: Hands-On Barista Course - Sydney - 3 Hours
Price: 119.00 AUD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (13 reviews)

Highlights

Learn the secrets to making the perfect cup of coffee
Hands-on course taught by industry trained instructors
The perfect gift for a coffee ethusiast or aspiring barista

Learn how to texture milk and make espresso like a pro during this hands-on barista course. Taught by industry trained instructors, you'll learn how to operate a commercial espresso machine, extract coffee and all of the cutting-edge tricks to impress your customers and friends!

What's included?

Three hour coffee making course

What are the secrets to being an amazing barista? The difference between good coffee and bad coffee is knowing all the variables! In this three hour intensive barista course, you will learn the art of frothing creamy, textured milk, how to adjust your grind and why you need to do this (and when), how to pour the perfect espresso shot and how to clean your equipment to maintain the taste of your coffee. Taught by industry trained instructors and using quality commercial machinery, you'll try your hand at making all the drinks on a cafe menu and be introduced to basic coffee art on your quest for espresso excellence. The perfect gift for the aspiring barista or bean fiend in your life!

Important information

Session Length

This experience is three hours in duration
Available year-round

Guidelines

No prior experience is required
Participants must bring one form of original photo ID on the day of the course (passport, Australian Drivers License or RTA Proof of Age Card)
Participants must be 14 years and older unless accompanied by an adult

Cancellation

Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Numbers on the Day

The class can accommodate up to 24 people and has 1-4 instructors.

Dress Code

Casual and comfortable, with closed shoes.

Location

This experience is located in Sydney CBD, NSW.

Reviews

4.6

13 reviews

5 stars 10

4 stars 2

3 stars 0

2 stars 1

1 star 0

Best ever introduction to being a barista

Anne 29 March 2026

This was a fun and well run course. Everything you need to know about being a barista in a cafe or a great home barista. Lots of practice and practical tips. Thank you Amber and the CBC.

Customer Experience

Hi Anne, we're so pleased to hear you enjoyed your experience. We appreciate you taking the time to leave such positive feedback!

30 March 2026

Extensive and hands-on

Kerry 24 May 2024

I really enjoyed this activity and the instructor was personable and helpful. It was a long day with lots and lots of coffee making.

Cassie

Hi Kerry, it is always great to hear about the wonderful experiences our customers have, thank you for sharing!

27 May 2024

Great coffee class!!

Don 5 May 2024

We learnt a lot by attending the class. From the basics to how to froth and use milk in different ways. It was a great starter for anyone who is interested in coffee and taking the first step towards becoming a barista. I have a new appreciation for my local baritsa and the pressure they are under when the orders come flooding in!

Cassie

Hi Don, we appreciate your feedback, and we're delighted to hear that you had a positive experience!

5 May 2024

Fantastic learning experience to make espressos

Arlene 16 January 2024

The instructor Anthony and his crew were very knowledgeable and engaging. Loved the energy that Anthony brought to the class. The experience I gained to make barista coffee was fantastic. I think I made over 30 cups of espresso during the class making various types of coffee. This hands on experience gave me confidence to make coffee and know how/what to do. From brewing the shot to stretching the milk, I enjoyed it.

Coffee Up!

Roger 28 December 2023

Enjoyed learning the essentials on making great coffee. It’s relaxed, informative and a fun course. Maaike is a great facilitator, who gives clear and concise guidelines on safety, barista basics and practical tips that makes the whole experience engaging. Really cool using the commercial machine and set-up. I’m really happy that my homemade coffee has gone up from a 5 to a 10!

Awesome course

Moira 27 December 2023

The instructor was so knowledgeable and very interactive. This was a gift and my husband really enjoyed it.

Really good fun!

Michael 2 July 2023

I enjoy coffee so it was good to get more familiar with the barista process. It was good fun, the course was run very well by knowledgeable people. Anthony was a very good teacher.

The barista course was so fun!

Edward 19 December 2021

Loved the barista course. Really good fun and learnt all the steps to perfecting a range of barista made coffees.

Barista course

Geraldine 7 January 2021

The barista course at CBD college was absolutely fantastic. They knew what they were talking about and shared it in a very easy to understand way and had lots of practice and lots of fun. We are going to go back and do the online part and the barrista art component. Highly recommend!! I did this course with my teenage daughter She also had a fantastic time

Coffee course

Scott 22 March 2020

It was a well run barista course. It was sold however on Reb balloon as an expirence! I was not there to become a barista more just to learn how to make coffee.