BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - CAFE & BARISTA TRAINING COURSE

INSTRUCTOR: KIM RICHARDS
Kim’s passion for business and coffee began more than 20 years ago when she started her first barista position after college. Since then, her journey as an entrepreneur and small business owner in the café industry has equipped her with a unique perspective on business development and barista training. She’s excited to share her knowledge and guide students as they collaborate to develop new businesses! 

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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CAFE & BARISTA TRAINING 

Target  Levels: 8th - 12th  Grades

Course Overview
This 12-week course is ideal for students passionate about small business development, learning barista skills, or exploring the coffee industry. It combines creative beverage-making techniques with essential business acumen, culminating in the development of the Velos Mobile Coffee Trailer.

Let’s Build a Business Together!
This course offers a comprehensive introduction to both the business and practical aspects of the coffee industry. Designed for aspiring café owners, managers, and baristas, students will gain valuable insights into business development alongside hands-on barista training.

Key areas of focus include:

• Introduction to the Café Business
• Café Operations and Management
• Financials and Budgeting
• Customer Experience and Marketing
• Barista Skills: The Art of Coffee Making
• Advanced Brewing Methods

Students will learn how to create a strong business plan, develop a marketing strategy, and manage staff and operations effectively. On the barista side, they’ll gain expertise in coffee sourcing and quality, a variety of brewing methods, espresso preparation, latte art, and exceptional customer service skills.

Schedule:

Tuesday 2:45 - 3:45 PM

September  9  -  December 2, 2025

Thanksgiving - Week of November 24, 2025

Winter Break - December 15 - January 8, 2025

Spring Break - March 16, 2026

Tuition: $360.00 (12 weeks)   

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ADULT - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COURSE

This course provides a foundational understanding of launching a business, covering key aspects such as concept development, mission creation, marketing, branding, financial planning, and operational management. Students will learn how to refine their business ideas, create a compelling brand, develop marketing strategies, manage finances, and establish efficient operations. Through practical exercises and real-world examples, participants will gain the essential skills needed to turn an idea into a successful business.

Business Development Course Outline:

Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Concept Development
Mission Creation
Marketing and Branding
Financials
Operational Management

Schedule:

Tuesday 4:00 - 5:00 PM

September  9  -  October 14, 2025

Thanksgiving - Week of November 24, 2025

Winter Break - December 15 - January 8, 2025

Spring Break - March 16, 2026

Tuition:  $200 (6 weeks)

ADULT DISCOUNT: If you take the Business Development Course AND the Barista Training Course you will receive a $40 discount. If you have a student taking the student course, an additional $20 discount will be applied.  Administration will apply discount after registration and class begins.

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ADULT - COFFEE & BARISTA TRAINING COURSE

This course provides adults with hands-on training in the art of coffee brewing and barista skills. Participants will learn about coffee origins, bean selection, brewing methods and the art of espresso, including latte art. Whether for personal enjoyment or a career in the coffee industry, this course equips learners with the knowledge and techniques needed to craft high-quality coffee beverages with confidence.

This course includes:
The History of Coffee
The Foundations of Coffee
Different Brewing Methods
The Art of Espresso
Steaming the Perfect Milk
Latte Art

Schedule:

Tuesday 4:00 - 5:00 PM

October 21  -  December 2, 2025

Thanksgiving - Week of November 24, 2025

Winter Break - December 15 - January 8, 2025

Spring Break - March 16, 2026

Tuition:  $200 (6 weeks)

ADULT DISCOUNT: If you take the Business Development Course AND the Barista Training Course you will receive a $40 discount. If you have a student taking the student course, an additional $20 discount will be applied.  Administration will apply discount after registration and class begins.

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