Barista Training: Espresso Extraction Foundations

March 08, 2027
Latte Art Venue
Coffee Skills Series

New to espresso or still building your confidence on bar? This hands-on, small-group workshop will walk you through the essential steps of dialing in for a balanced, flavorful shot. Designed for beginner to early-intermediate baristas, this session builds core skills through a mix of lecture, demonstration, and guided practice.

Topics Covered:

  • Understanding key variables: grind size, dose, yield, and time
  • Tamping techniques for consistency
  • Intro to the dialing-in process and basic espresso recipe building
  • Identifying under-extracted and over-extracted shots
  • Tasting and calibrating with confidence

In this workshop, the barista will have some time to work with the machine and receive hands on coaching. Some of these topics will be covered in theory and demonstration only. 


Important Information for All Attendees:
Please Arrive Early
Sessions begin promptly and cannot accommodate disruptions. Late arrivals will forfeit their seat with no refund. 

  • We recommend arriving at the venue at least 10 minutes before your class time
  • If you have not checked in or contacted us before the start, your seat may be given to someone on the waitlist

*Additional fee required. Pre-register before it sells out by adding it to your badge online or onsite. 

Free with Gold Pass?

NO

Fee

$129

Levels

Beginner Coffee Professional

Language

English

Who is this session for?

Suitable for all experience levels, especially beginner to early-intermediate baristas. Ideal for those looking to master foundational espresso extraction skills, dialing-in techniques, and tasting for balanced, consistent, and flavorful shots.