New Workshops coming June 2025
The coaltown academy encompasses the knowledge base we have gained in the industry since setting off in 2013. we have used this knowledge to design a new range of bespoke training courses held within our ammanford roastery to share the techniques and tricks of the trade so you can master your coffee making skills at home.
Espresso Workshops
Home Barista Workshop
The Home Barista Workshop is perfect for those looking to expand their coffee knowledge and delve into the theory of espresso recipes, coffee origins, brewing basics, and milk techniques.
This course is ideal for home coffee enthusiasts with a domestic espresso setup looking to strengthen their core knowledge of coffee basics.
4 Hour Course
Barista Espresso Workshop
Our Barista Espresso Workshop dives deep into the craft of espresso. Focusing on extraction theory, dialing in recipes, grinder calibration, and understanding how origin, processing, and roast profile influence flavour, this course is tailored for those looking to elevate their espresso game.
Ideal for home enthusiasts with a domestic espresso setup who want to refine their skills and build a stronger foundation in precision brewing.
3.5 hour course
Filter Workshops
Brewing & Filter coffee basics workshop
This hands-on workshop is perfect for anyone looking to build confidence and consistency with manual brewing methods. We’ll cover the core principles of filter coffee extraction, grind size, brew ratios, and water quality while exploring popular brew methods like pour-over, AeroPress, and French press. This session equips you with the skills to make clean, balanced filter coffee at home with a focus on technique and taste clarity.
3.5 Hour Course
Sensory Workshops
Sensory Workshop
Sharpen your palate and explore the world of coffee flavour in this hands-on sensory session. You’ll learn to identify key taste and aroma attributes, understand how origin and processing impact flavour, and build your sensory vocabulary. The workshop includes a guided cupping, coffee’s industry-standard tasting method, featuring a range of coffees to compare side by side. Ideal for curious coffee drinkers, home brewers, and budding professionals.
2.5 Hour Course
Milk Workshops
Basic Milk Techniques Workshop
This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to master silky milk and pour simple, clean latte art. You’ll learn the fundamentals of milk texturing, temperature control, and pouring techniques, with plenty of hands-on practice. We’ll also explore the science behind milk, how proteins and fats affect texture and stability, to help you consistently create smooth microfoam. Ideal for home baristas and early-stage café staff looking to build confidence and consistency in their milk work.
2.5 hour course
Advanced Latte Art Workshop
This workshop is designed for baristas with solid milk texturing skills who want to refine their latte art and push their pouring further. We’ll focus on advanced patterns like rosettas, tulips, and swans, with an emphasis on control, symmetry, and definition. You’ll also explore how milk stretch, temperature, and type impact pour quality, helping you troubleshoot and pour more consistently. Ideal for experienced home baristas or café professionals looking to elevate their presentation.
3 Hour Course
Roastery Tours & Lean
Roastery Lean Tour
Get an inside look at how specialty coffee is roasted and managed with a guided tour of our roastery. This session covers the full production flow, from green coffee intake to final packaging, while introducing lean principles that drive efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain quality. You'll see how streamlined systems, and continuous improvement shape a modern roastery. Ideal for aspiring roasters, café owners, or anyone curious about the behind-the-scenes of coffee production.
1 hour course
Lean Team Building Workshop
This interactive workshop introduces core lean principles through hands-on team activities and games designed to spark collaboration and problem-solving. You’ll explore concepts like flow, waste reduction, and continuous improvement in a fun, engaging setting that connects theory to practice. Ideal for café teams, small businesses, or anyone looking to strengthen teamwork while building a culture of efficiency and learning.
3.5 hour course
