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Become your own barista at home with a private barista workshop at home

  • You're having trouble extracting espresso perfectly
  • Frothing milk or making latte art remains difficult
  • The espresso does not always come out of the machine properly
  • You're not getting the most out of your coffee machine

For every type of espresso machine

Thanks to years of practical experience, Geertjan knows what to do with every espresso machine and situation – and tailors the workshop to your questions and level.

La Marzocco espressomachine waarop een prive barista workshop aan huis gegeven wordt.

Training with your own espresso machine and tools

No confusion later – you learn directly on your equipment, so you can repeat everything effortlessly at home.

πŸ‘‰ Receive a personal price indication
Geert-Jan van der Molen geeft privΓ© barista coaching aan huis en serveert een latte tijdens een persoonlijke espresso workshop met professionele espressomachine.

Learn to make espresso and froth milk consistently

Learn how to brew perfect espresso every single day – with the correct grind size, tap pressure, and brew time. And the techniques needed to froth milk beautifully for any coffee drink.

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koffie coach begeleid deelnemer van barista workshop in het schuimen van melk op een espressomachine

Experience with many brands

Geert-Jan is familiar with a wide range of machines and brands, including:

ECM, Rocket, Rancilio, Sage, La Marzocco, Gaggia, Profitec, Lelit and many other brands.

➑️ Whatever machine you use, you'll receive guidance tailored to your setup.

Een deelnemer schenkt een perfect hartje in zijn cappuccino tijdens de Barista Workshop in Amsterdam.

Get personal guidance with space to really practice

Maximum 5 participants per session, so you have plenty of room to develop your skills and ask questions.

Barista gebruikt zandgeel half-glazed espresso kopje bij het zetten

Your machine, your coffee

During the barista workshop at home you will learn everything about adjusting and using your espresso machine and bean grinder, fully tailored to your own equipment. Whether you are a novice barista or want to perfect your skills, Geert Jan will help you get the most out of your coffee.

Barista-instructeur geeft uitleg aan een deelneemster bij de espressomachine tijdens de latte art workshop.

What are we going to do?

Then we will start working extensively on making espresso.

You will learn:

  • How a good espresso is made
  • What goes wrong when an espresso runs too fast or too slow
  • Which parameters really make a difference (grinding degree, dosage, flow time)
  • How to recognize and correct your settings

The goal is for you to understand why an espresso succeeds or fails β€” and how to fix it yourself.

Geertjandebaristaman schenk een mooi hartje in een cappuccino kopje

3. Practice – frothing milk & basic latte art

If milk drinks are part of your coffee moment, we will pay specific attention to this.

You will learn:

  • Which milk froths best
  • How to make microfoam without big bubbles
  • How to check milk temperature and structure
  • The basics of pouring for simple latte art

4. Wrapping Up – Bringing It All Together

At the end of the workshop:

  • Make your own espressos and milk drinks
  • Do you understand how to adjust your settings?
  • Do you know what to look for in coffee beans?
  • Do you have concrete tools to consistently make better coffee at home?

You can immediately incorporate this knowledge into your daily coffee routine.

Results after the workshop

Afterward, you'll know not only what to do, but more importantly, why . This ensures you'll continue to confidently make great coffee for weeks and months to come.

Price indication Private Workshop at Home

Private workshop at home from €78 (incl. VAT)

βœ”οΈ Training from 1 hour, fully tailored to your own espresso machine

βœ”οΈ Includes the use of specialty coffee beans

βœ”οΈ Suitable for 1–5 participants (more upon request)

βœ”οΈ Travel costs: €0.23 per km from Utrecht (return)

Want to know an exact price for your location and needs? Send me a messageβ€”I usually respond the same day.

Private Barista Workshop at home

Frequently Asked Questions

Geertjandebaristaman geeft als barista coach en koffie training uitleg over melkschuim en latte art tijdens een prive workshop aan huis

Is this workshop suitable if I have just purchased an espresso machine?

Yes, definitely. Especially when you are just starting out, a workshop is valuable. You will learn directly how to use your machine properly, so that you can achieve results faster and make coffee with more confidence. But even if you have had an espresso machine for a while, a training can be surprisingly educational. I regularly meet coffee lovers who have been making coffee for years, but still notice that there is more to get out of their machine. With a few practical tips, your coffee will suddenly taste really good again.

Will the workshop be tailored to my level and equipment?

Yes, always. Whether you are just starting to make coffee or have been making espresso for years, the workshop is tailored to your needs. We work with your own machine and grinder, at your own pace. No standard story, but advice and explanation that fit your experience, your questions and your coffee goals.

Do I need a separate coffee grinder for this workshop?

Not necessarily. We'll work with what you already have. Do you have a built-in grinder or a separate one? That's fine. Do you make coffee with pre-ground beans? Then we'll figure out how to get the most out of them. It is recommended to use a bean grinder to get your espresso extraction right.

Can I also learn how to froth milk and make basic latte art?

Definitely. During the workshop you will learn how to froth milk with the right temperature and structure β€” without big bubbles, just as it should be for cappuccinos and latte art. If you are interested, we will also practice pouring and you will get tips for your first heart or rosette.

How long does the home workshop last?

You can choose from two options: 1 hour of focus training or 2 hours covering all the components . The quote clearly outlines all the components, so you know exactly what to choose from and what to expect.

The parts are:

  • Learning to choose coffee beans
  • make espresso
  • adjust coffee grinder
  • froth milk
  • pouring latte art
  • cleaning and maintenance

Of course, we will tailor the pace and format to your experience and interests β€” it's your time.

Is the workshop intended for one person or can I participate with someone else?

You can easily take the workshop alone or with a partner. Whether you prefer a one-on-one session or want to learn with others, such as your partner, colleagues, or friends, I ensure everyone actively participates and learns at their own level. When booking, please let me know how many people you'll be with, and I'll adjust the format and quote accordingly.

Barista workshop at home in Baarn – Learn to make better coffee on your own machine

Do you live in Baarn and want to learn how to make better coffee at home? During this barista workshop at home, you will learn how to get more out of your own espresso machine and coffee grinder. Whether you have just bought a new machine or have been making espresso for years: I will visit you in Baarn and give you practical tips to improve your coffee, espresso and milk foam β€” simply on your own equipment, in your own kitchen. The workshop is fully tailored to your level, equipment and learning goals, so that you learn exactly what is relevant to you.

Or do you need some quick advice about your beans or accessories? Also check out the Telephone Coffee Advice for Home Baristas