Barista Course - 3 Hrs

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  Reviewer: Susan
  April 28 2012
  
  The 3 hour Barista Course was very professionallly run, very informative and a great experience.

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  Reviewer: Peter
  April 22 2012
  
  It was enjoyable, with a lively & personable presentation from Anne. The practical training was adequate with good feedback & suggestions to improve from Anne & Rachel. The 3 hrs went quickly & I'm looking forward to trying out different machines at home, workplace & church.

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  Reviewer: Mathew
  April 21 2012
  
  The barista course I did was very good, covering a wide range of topics and thoroughly explaining each component before moving on to the next section. The teachers were friendly and had great experience in their field and I felt I left the day with a new set of skills ( and a TAFE certificate to go with it!). In summary a very good experience that I would recommend to many other people looking to train as a barista or simply learn more about coffee in general.

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  Reviewer: Joseph
  April 19 2012
  
  I found the course very informative and well set out. The trainers John & Johnno certainly new their stuff. I Highly recommend this course to anyone.

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  Reviewer: Kris
  April 14 2012
  
  The staff was incredibly helpful and informative and I will certainly take further classes

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  Reviewer: catherine
  April 14 2012
  
  What a fun course very informative. The instructor was excellent in the end i couldnt help being just as enthusiastic as her in making the perfect coffee evey time. Can't wait to go back for the coffee art class.

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  Reviewer: Nicholas
  April 12 2012
  
  The actual course was more trade orientated that I expected...most of the participants were young would-be baristas but it was nevertheless educational and most, if not all, was also useful in a domestic situation. I learnt a great deal, especially abougt avoiding bad coffee which is equally as important as making a good cup and I shall be changing my techniques in some areas as a result.

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  Reviewer: Jan
  April 04 2012
  
  We both felt the Barista Course was very comprehensive and professional. Catherine was extremely knowledgeable and interesting and didn't falter once in the three hours. She was very helpful with advice and very generous with her time and I have a much better understanding of what it takes to make a great coffee. The notes and follow up website have been invaluable. It was a most enjoyable and informative experience. I am hoping to do the Coffee Art Course next.

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  Reviewer: Mark
  April 02 2012
  
  Course was very well-run, organised and staffed. Would definitely recommend it.

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  Reviewer: Mark
  April 02 2012
  
  Course was very well-run, organised and staffed. Would definitely recommend it.

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  Reviewer: Claire
  April 01 2012
  
  Engaging instructor. Passionate about teaching barista techniques. Enjoyable experience. You get to drink what you create!

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  Reviewer: Penny
  April 01 2012
  
  I enjoyed the course - it was well run and the presenter was excellent.

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  Reviewer: Carlie
  March 31 2012
  
  A wonderful experience - i have come away with a better understanding of where my coffee comes from, what a good coffee tastes like but most importantly a huge amount more respect for Baristas! Would love to get behind a machine myself again soon to practise.

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  Reviewer: Tania
  March 28 2012
  
  RedBalloon's customer service was fantastic - we were very happy with the service we received. The experience happened on time and as we had been told it would. It was interesting and a lot of fun to take part in. Thanks for your flexibility and help!

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  Reviewer: Carsten
  March 27 2012
  
  The instructor was excellent. Very knowledgable, engaging and passionate about what she was teaching us. The course was well structured and easy to follow. I really enjoyed it and felt it was money well-spent.

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  Reviewer: Carsten
  March 27 2012
  
  The instructor was excellent. Very knowledgable, engaging and passionate about what she was teaching us. The course was well structured and easy to follow. I really enjoyed it and felt it was money well-spent.

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  Reviewer: David
  March 25 2012
  
  Trainer was excellent and answered all out questions perfectly

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  Reviewer: Phill
  March 21 2012
  
  Course instructor, Johnno was well chosen for the position as he presented the content in a positive and well polished manner.

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  Reviewer: Tania
  March 19 2012
  
  Very professionally run and great fun as well.

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  Reviewer: Simon
  March 19 2012
  
  Excellent course - John who facilitated was very good. great approach and obviously very knowledgeable as well. really enjoyed the experience.

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  Reviewer: George
  March 18 2012
  
  It was a well run course and great fun. A must to those wanted to learn about coffee and becoming a barista

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  Reviewer: Karen
  March 18 2012
  
  The trainers were great! Very knowledgable, their passion for their craft really came through, and they were very helpful. We had a really fun afternoon.

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  Reviewer: Charles
  March 16 2012
  
  Instructions were clear and precise and easily understood. Instructors were also very experienced.

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  Reviewer: MARGARET
  March 15 2012
  
  BOTH GIRLS WERE TERRIFIC DEMONSTRATORS VERY CLEAR AND EASY TO UNDERSTAND ALL EQUIPMENT WAS READY FOR THE NEXT SEGMENT.A VERY SMOOTH OPERATION, THANKS TO THE GIRLS.

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  Reviewer: mary
  March 13 2012
  
  Course was very well run. Staff highly knowledgeable and environment was conducive to learning. Excellent experience. If only all diplomas were so much fun!

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  Reviewer: mary
  March 12 2012
  
  I wasn't expecting the level of knowledge, professionalism and skill which were shown to us! I had a wonderful morning and can't recommend this course more highly.

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  Reviewer: MARGARET
  March 12 2012
  
  Congratulations to course leader Catherine West. A great communicator.

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  Reviewer: Helen
  March 12 2012
  
  I learnt a lot it was a very worthwhile 3 hours spent learning about coffee and being a Barista

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  Reviewer: Lachlan
  March 08 2012
  
  The presentations were highly informative and easy to understand. I learnt a great deal about coffee and how to make it. Thanks!

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  Reviewer: Peter
  March 04 2012
  
  The experience "3 hour Barista Course" was SPOT ON !! Anybody interested in knowing about coffee, how to improve your technique, and have a bit of fun, will certainly gain something from this adventure.

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  Reviewer: Christine
  February 27 2012
  
  I enjoyed the course. There was some information that was more suited to someone who wanted to open a coffee shop but nevertheless it was great to be able to make coffees on a commercial machine and I think it has made me more aware of what to look for when I purchase coffee and coffee beans. The instructor was very knowledgeable and they packed a lot into 3 hours.

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  Reviewer: Elias
  February 27 2012
  
  Course was fantastic! Instructor was great and he kept us engaged throughout the whole process and the team were always helpful.

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  Reviewer: Wendy
  February 26 2012
  
  Catherine was the instructor and she was excellant, I felt very relaxed and confident by the end of the course

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  Reviewer: Christine
  February 26 2012
  
  The experience was very informative and helpful to a novice/domestic coffee maker. The location was easy to get to (via train) and the trainer and helper were friendly and provided good feedback. Now all I have to do is to put it into practice! Loved the training.

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  Reviewer: Helen
  February 26 2012
  
  Excellent, informative and good fun.

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  Reviewer: Nicole
  February 20 2012
  
  Myself and my three friends thoroughly enjoyed our Barista experience. The presenters, Katherine and Brittany were exceptional with their presentation and knowledge. From the initial welcoming to the end we felt comfortable with the presenters and asking questions of them. The environment was well set up with fantastic equipment and all information provided was exceptional. We would definately recommend this Course to anyone wishing to gain or develop their knowledge and skills in the coffee/...
  Myself and my three friends thoroughly enjoyed our Barista experience. The presenters, Katherine and Brittany were exceptional with their presentation and knowledge. From the initial welcoming to the end we felt comfortable with the presenters and asking questions of them. The environment was well set up with fantastic equipment and all information provided was exceptional. We would definately recommend this Course to anyone wishing to gain or develop their knowledge and skills in the coffee/cafe business. Job Well Done !!!

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  Reviewer: Sarah
  February 18 2012
  
  Very good experience. But 3 hours was not long enough. I would have loved to spend a bit more time making coffees

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  Reviewer: Graham
  February 16 2012
  
  The training provider was absolutley fantastic. I loved it

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  Reviewer: Peter
  February 15 2012
  
  Great instructor and support team. I learnt a lot and enjoyed my time there.

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  Reviewer: Brendan
  February 15 2012
  
  The course instructor was excellent and very helpful with lots of tips to make good coffee as well as providing the names of good cafes in the area to enjoy good coffee.

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  Reviewer: Caroline
  February 15 2012
  
  The class was well organised, informative, educational and a whole lot of fun. The staff members were sensational and more than willing to serve. A great example for their company and 'RedBalloon". Thanks

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  Reviewer: Kate
  February 13 2012
  
  The Barista course in Melbourne was fantastic. Hands on and great teaching by experienced and encouraging teachers. I love my coffee and it was great to get an overview of what all the different roasts mean, learn how to serve all the different coffee drinks correctly and to sample the difference between good and bad coffee. Would highly recommend.

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  Reviewer: Kate
  February 12 2012
  
  It was great coming away with a TAFE accredited certificate, I didn't realise it was so official! More time doing the practical component would have been great - even just an extra 10 minutes. It felt a bit rushed. But in saying that, the theory component was very interesting, entertaining even.

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  Reviewer: Tom
  February 12 2012
  
  It was good I enjoyed it

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  Reviewer: Peter
  February 11 2012
  
  I've used RedBalloon many times now and they've all been great.

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  Reviewer: paula
  February 10 2012
  
  THE COURSE WAS AMAZING LEARNT SO MUCH AND THE INSTRUCTOR WAS GREAT AND BOOKING THROUGH REDBALLOON WAS SO EASY VERY HAPPY

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  Reviewer: SANDRA
  February 08 2012
  
  The instructors were very thorough and professional. They were able to cover an enormous amount of useful information over the three hours. We also had a lot of fun. I would recommend it to anyone who wanted to work in the industry or who just wanted to operate their own coffee machine at home. Sandra

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  Reviewer: Kade
  February 05 2012
  
  Loved the structure and pace of the day. Very glad that I took my own notes as I would have lost a lot of info otherwise. I would have liked more oversight whilst I was making the drinks.

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  Reviewer: Baden
  February 03 2012
  
  The course was very informative and gave me the opportunity to get invaluable hands on experience

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  Reviewer: Gemmi
  January 26 2012
  
  Size of room was a little too cozy. Would have liked if info learned (not just coffee types) was available to take home (ie typed up fact sheet). Would have preferred if afternoon session was a bit later ie 2-5pm. Really enjoyed the course otherwise. :-)

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  Reviewer: Kerrie
  January 19 2012
  
  The Barista course was extremely well presented. The instructor engaged all participants, and I was impressed with the amount of information and practical work that was covered in the 3 hours.

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  Reviewer: Glenn
  January 18 2012
  
  Very interesting course! Would highly recommend it if you like coffee!!!!

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  Reviewer: John
  January 18 2012
  
  Very happy. No suggestions for change.

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  Reviewer: KELLY
  January 15 2012
  
  What a fantastic experience! I got so much out of the barista course and would recommend it for all coffee lovers wanting to make great coffee weather for work or play.

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  Reviewer: Tracey
  January 15 2012
  
  The trainers were very helpful and knowledgable. They knew there content well and were receptive when questions were asked. I would recommend this experience for all lovers of coffee.

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  Reviewer: Joy
  January 13 2012
  
  Very professionally ran.

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  Reviewer: Helen
  January 12 2012
  
  It was an excellent day

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  Reviewer: trent
  January 12 2012
  
  It was great I had lots of fun and learnt as I went and the over all experience was great

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  Reviewer: Adam
  January 12 2012
  
  The course was fantastic. I loved every minute of the course. I learnt a lot about coffee and we were able to practice what was being taught throughout the course, significantly helping to increase our understanding. The instructor was very friendly and clearly knowledgeable about all of the areas covered in the course. Overall, the course met, and surpassed, all of my expectations.

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  Reviewer: John
  January 12 2012
  
  I learnt a lot - very good presentation

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  Reviewer: Jason
  January 06 2012
  
  The Barista Course was outstanding! Excellent staff and great 3 hour training package. Now I can make awesome coffee & hot chocolates for all my family and friends!

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  Reviewer: Andrew
  January 01 2012
  
  This was an awesome experience in every way, a little history lesson on coffee, some interesting facts and do's and don'ts. A little more practical would have been good, but certainly not complaining.

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  Reviewer: Derek
  December 09 2011
  
  Very informative and helpful. All aspects were covered with professional equipment but there needs to be additional information for the smaller cheaper machines sold for the home user

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  Reviewer: Claire
  December 08 2011
  
  What a wonderful 3 hours of learning about coffee and its making. I was only doing the course to be able to use my home coffee machine but found the course so comprehensive I could confidently apply for a Barrista position, after a bit of practice of course.

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  Reviewer: Belinda
  December 04 2011
  
  The young lady who taught us was a very good teacher and I enjoyed and learnt alot from her. It was amazing.

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  Reviewer: Carina
  November 28 2011
  
  Teachers were very organised and knew what they were talking about

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  Reviewer: carlo
  November 24 2011
  
  It was a very good experiece doing the barista course

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  Reviewer: john
  November 20 2011
  
  I found my Barista experience very informative and full of tasteful delights

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  Reviewer: Bob
  November 18 2011
  
  The barista course was extremely professionally conducted. The teacher made me feel very welcome and her instruction was very clear. She was very passionate about her craft and very thorough in all aspects of coffee making an cleaning of the equipment. The3 hours flew by and I loved the experience. I will be so much more critical of my coffees when I go out now because I'm now such an expert!!!!! :)

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  Reviewer: Matthew
  November 16 2011
  
  The afternoon was not at all like I was expecting. Really had fun and learned alot. The people at the Coffee Academy were first rate; very knowledgable, very helpful and very friendly.

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  Reviewer: Matt
  August 21 2011
  
  It Was Fantastic. The trainers and venue were great, the best birthday present for the coffee lover. will be telling all my friends about it

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  Reviewer: TONY
  August 12 2011
  
  Excellent engaging presenters - good practical and useful instruction - .... and fun!

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  Reviewer: Sofie
  August 06 2011
  
  Presenters were friendly & personable!

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  Reviewer: Richard
  August 03 2011
  
  Fun & informative course. Staff were extremely friendly. Learnt alot. Being retired I still enjoyed the session & look forward to showcasing my new skills, to my family & friends. You never know I might become a Master Senior's Barista. Richard

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  Reviewer: Norm
  July 22 2011
  
  I enjoyed the time spent doing the Barista's course. The personnel in charge were easy to communicate with & delivered their message very well

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  Reviewer: Kathi
  July 18 2011
  
  The Barista couse was MUCH better than I had imagined....very informative and the instructors were super friendly ...whilst keeping everyone focused on the task! I hadn't realised I knew so little about coffee until I went there.

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  Reviewer: David
  July 15 2011
  
  Thoroughly enjoyed it

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  Reviewer: Jean
  July 14 2011
  
  This is an excellent course - the trainer was extremely good and very enthusiastic.

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  Reviewer: Alison
  July 14 2011
  
  Very worthwhile, learnt alot!

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  Reviewer: Brendan
  July 11 2011
  
  I have nothing but good things to say. It was well organised and very interesting and informative. Good job!!

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  Reviewer: Andrew
  July 03 2011
  
  Great course conducted by professionals. Well done!

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  Reviewer: Julie
  June 12 2011
  
  It was a fantastic experience. I learnt so much about coffee... the information was clear and we got to make every type of coffee that you would find on a coffee shop menu, not once but at least 3 times each.... I would highly recommend this class to everyone.

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  Reviewer: Jonathan
  June 10 2011
  
  The course was great. Content, presenters and the hands on approach was fantastic.

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  Reviewer: Frank
  June 07 2011
  
  The course was excellent for aspiring baristas or just coffee-lovers like ourselves who wanted to learn more about how espresso is made - terrific!

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  Reviewer: jack
  June 06 2011
  
  Great experience.

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  Reviewer: Joanne
  May 30 2011
  
  I really enjoyed the course even though I don't drink coffee. It was very professionally run and I learnt alot.

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  Reviewer: Debra
  May 29 2011
  
  Great Barista course, thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon and learnt so much. Amy, our presenter was fantastic! Great speaker and a great educator. Would recommend this course highly.

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  Reviewer: David
  May 28 2011
  
  Was a great course, well run, interesting and the two presenters knew their stuff. Made a coffee this morning and already was so much better!!