Balaju Chowk, Kathmandu · Daily Shifts 07:00 AM – 07:00 PM
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CAFFINITY Barista School · Balaju

Balaju Chowk · Kathmandu

Master the craft of coffee.
Build a global career.

Hands-on vocational training on commercial dual-boiler machines. From grinder dial-in and espresso extraction to silky free-pour latte art, alternative manual brewing, and café operations.

Caffinity Barista School Balaju Chowk, Kathmandu
5.0 ★ on Google 71 Verified Reviews
Daily Shifts 07:00 AM – 07:00 PM
Caffinity student steaming milk on commercial espresso machine at Balaju campus

Balaju Campus Machine Lab

Authentic practical training on commercial dual-group machines & calibrated burr grinders.

5.0

Google Reviews

71 verified student reviews on Google

Dual

Boiler Lab

Multi-group commercial machines & calibrated burrs

4–6

Per Station

Focused practical repetitions with instructor guidance

Bonus

Included

Free bubble tea masterclass included with barista course

Training Programs · Balaju Campus

Select your craft path.

From commercial machine extraction and international café workflows to specialized competition free-pour latte art and professional bartending mixology.

01

Professional Barista Training Course

20 Days 2 Hours / Day Practical + Free Bubble Tea Masterclass

A comprehensive, hands-on barista program covering espresso extraction, commercial grinder calibration, free-pour latte art, alternative brewing methods, and café opening counseling.

Professional Barista Training Course
02

Latte Art Specialization & Competition Track

10–14 Days 1.5 Hours / Day Practical

An intensive skill-building module focused purely on milk texture physics, pitcher control, multi-pattern complexity, and intra-competition speed under pressure.

Latte Art Specialization & Competition Track
03

2-Month Professional Bartending Diploma

2 Months 2 Hours / Day Practical

Conducted by Caffinity Bartending School at the Balaju campus. Master 100+ classic & contemporary cocktails, theatrical flair bar tricks, bar ergonomics, and international beverage service.

2-Month Professional Bartending Diploma

The Machine Laboratory · Balaju Campus

The craft of daily repetition.

Theory without machine time produces hesitant baristas. At Caffinity, daily training centers on commercial dual-group machines, sensory palate calibration, and free-pour muscle memory.

01

Grinder Calibration & Micrometric Dosing

Before touching an espresso cup, students master bean humidity, burr alignment, and daily dial-in. Adjusting grind size for atmospheric changes is the foundation of coffee flavor extraction.

— On-demand flat burr grinder mechanics & micrometric adjustment

— Gram-precision dosing, distribution & 15–20 kg level tamping

Reel · Grinder Dial-In
Reel · 9-Bar Extraction

02

9-Bar Espresso Extraction & Crema Dynamics

Observing honey-viscosity flow. Students pull dozens of test shots daily to evaluate extraction windows, crema elasticity, channeling prevention, and temperature stability.

— Golden ratio parameters: Ristretto, Espresso, Lungo

— Sensory differentiation of under-extraction vs over-extraction

03

Microfoam Aeration & Vortex Texturing

Creating silky wet-paint microfoam requires mastering pitcher tilt, steam tip depth, and whirlpool vortex velocity. Repetitions continue until bubbles disappear into a glossy canvas.

— 60–65°C tactile temperature control & pitcher ergonomics

— Dense vortex spin for glossy free-pour texture

Reel · Vortex Texturing
Reel · Competition Throwdown

04

Intra-School Competition & Bar Confidence

Testing speed, contrast, and symmetry under peer adrenaline. Caffinity organizes internal throwdowns with bracket judging to ensure students are calm and fast under real café pressure.

— Contrast, symmetry, central positioning & cut-through cuts

— Real customer presentation etiquette & workplace readiness

Curriculum Analysis · Side-by-Side

Compare your training paths.

Transparent comparison across core vocational dimensions so you can choose the qualification matching your career timeline, overseas plans, or café goals.

Selected Program

Professional Barista Training Course

20 Days — 2 Hours / Day Practical

Inquire Fees & Schedule on WhatsApp →
Primary Goal & Fit Abroad Study/Work, Café Owners, Youth Skill
Course Duration 20 Days
Daily Practical Time 2 Hours / Day Hands-on
Available Shifts Morning · Afternoon · Evening
Espresso & Machine Mechanics Complete: Dial-in, Grinder Calibration, Dosing
Latte Art Scope Free-pour Hearts, Tulips, Rosettas, Multi-tier
Alternative Brewing Methods Included: Alternative Brewing Methods
Bubble Tea Module Included Free (Flavors, Fruit Teas, Boba Pearls)
Roasting Demonstration Included: Live Roasting Stages & 1st Crack
Cocktail & Flair Mixology Not Included (Available via Bartending School)
Café Opening Counseling Included: Bar Layout, Equipment & Menu Costing
Certificate Issued Institutional Barista Completion Certificate
Placement & Job Support Job Placement Support & Interview Coaching

Uncertain which path suits your career goal?

Connect directly with our Balaju admissions instructors for personalised counseling.

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Student Growth & Reviews

Confidence on the bar.

Real feedback from graduates who trained at our Balaju campus and now work in specialty cafés or prepare for international hospitality careers.

Best barista school in Balaju! The practical machine time and friendly instructors gave me total confidence in espresso dial-in and latte art.

Laxmi Tamang

Barista Graduate · Working in Specialty Café

Student presenting latte art at Caffinity Balaju campus
"Outstanding environment and real commercial equipment. You actually spend your daily hours working on the machine, not just looking at slides."

Sadam Ansari

Barista Alumnus · Hospitality Professional

"The intra latte art competition was amazing! We learned how to pour perfect rosettas and tulips even when under time pressure."

Supriya Shahi

Student & Competition Participant · Intra Latte Art Competitor

"From beans to cup, steaming wand practice to free bubble tea training—everything was clear, practical, and highly professional."

Ashif Khan

Barista & Beverage Graduate · Abroad Visa Ready

Campus Visit · Orientation

Step into our lab at Balaju Chowk.

Nothing compares to seeing our machines in person and tasting a freshly pulled espresso shot. Prospective students and parents are welcome to visit our campus, observe an active class session, and meet our instructors.

Location Balaju Chowk, Kathmandu (Adjacent to Ncell Center), Nepal
Campus Hours Sunday – Friday: 07:00 AM – 07:00 PM (Saturday Closed)
Admissions Line +977 9861762977 · 01-4971977
Balaju Campus Machine Lab · Video Tour
Commercial espresso machine lab at Caffinity Balaju

Admissions · Balaju Chowk, Kathmandu

Ready to step behind the machine?

Practical training cohorts operate Sunday through Friday across morning, afternoon, and evening shifts. Message our instructors directly to confirm upcoming intake dates, course fees, or arrange a campus walkthrough.