Barista Training ( Group Class UNACCREDITED )
Barista Training ( Group Class UNACCREDITED )
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Learn to pull a proper shot in a hands-on group class
A practical 150–180 minute barista class at the Di Pacci academy in Roselands — where you learn espresso, milk texturing and latte art on real commercial equipment, in a small group, alongside other coffee lovers.
This is barista training built around doing, not watching. You'll work on professional machines and grinders, guided by experienced trainers, and leave knowing how to prepare and present a full menu of café-quality espresso drinks. It's ideal for beginners, home enthusiasts, and anyone wanting to step behind the machine with confidence.
What you'll learn
Across the session, you'll cover every core barista skill — from grinding and extraction through to milk and presentation:
Grinding, dosing, tamping and pulling a balanced shot — and how to read the crema, flow and timing to adjust it.
Steaming and texturing milk to the right microfoam for flat whites, lattes, cappuccinos and more.
Prepare espresso, long black, flat white, latte, cappuccino, piccolo, macchiato, mocha and ristretto.
Pour your first free-poured designs and learn the technique behind consistent, clean art.
Understand how grind, dose, water and pressure affect taste — and how to fix a shot that's off.
Back-flushing, cleaning the group head and steam wand, and safe day-to-day maintenance.
The full drinks menu you'll practise
You'll prepare and present each of these espresso-based beverages to a café standard:
- Espresso (short black) & ristretto
- Long black & Americano-style serves
- Flat white, caffe latte & cappuccino
- Piccolo latte & macchiato (short and long)
- Mocha and other milk-based favourites
Who this class is for
The group class is our most popular starting point — sociable, affordable and genuinely hands-on. It suits:
No experience needed. Start from the basics and build real confidence on the machine.
Get café-quality results from your own setup and finally understand what makes a great shot.
Pick up the core skills cafés look for and a certificate to show for it.
Class details
| Format | Hands-on group class (shared session) |
| Duration | 150–180 minutes |
| Level | All levels — beginners welcome |
| Equipment | Commercial espresso machines & grinders |
| Location | Di Pacci academy, 97–99 Chapel St, Roselands NSW 2196 |
| Outcome | Certificate of completion |
| What to bring | Just yourself — all equipment and coffee provided |
Why train with Di Pacci
Australian Training Academy is the training arm of Di Pacci Coffee Company — a coffee business that lives and breathes café work. You're learning in a real roasting and training facility, on the same commercial equipment used in cafés every day, from trainers with genuine industry experience. Read more about us.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need any experience to join the group class?
No. The class is designed for all levels, including complete beginners. You'll start with the fundamentals and build up to preparing a full menu of espresso drinks.
How long is the class and what does it cover?
It runs for 150 to 180 minutes and covers espresso extraction, milk texturing, the full coffee menu, latte art basics, dialling in for quality, and machine cleaning and care — all hands-on.
Is this course nationally recognised?
The group class is a hands-on skills course and is unaccredited. If you need a nationally recognised qualification, our Prepare & Serve Espresso Coffee unit is the accredited pathway.
What's the difference between the group class and 1-on-1 training?
The group class is a shared session — sociable and excellent value, ideal for beginners. The 1-on-1 option is private, booked on a date of your choice and tailored entirely to your pace.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. You'll receive a certificate of completion at the end of the class.
Where is the class held and what should I bring?
All training takes place at the Di Pacci academy, 97–99 Chapel St, Roselands NSW 2196. Just bring yourself — all equipment, machines and coffee are provided. Call (02) 9758 0760 with any questions.
