If You Want to Be a Master, You Must Master the Fundamentals.
The fastest path from zero to confident barista. 7 modules across 2 intensive days: espresso, milk, latte art, the full cafe menu, matcha, and more. Small group of 6. All equipment provided. No experience needed.
Kuala Lumpur · Commercial machines · Job-ready certificate included
What You Get
Every module, every bonus, one price. Booked individually these cost RM1,800 -- bundled, they are RM999.
| Module | Individual Price |
| BAR-101: Espresso Fundamentals | RM450 |
| BAR-102: Latte Art -- The Love Heart | RM450 |
| BAR-103: Cafe Menu + Filter Brewing | RM450 |
| BAR-104: Australian Cafe Level 1 | RM450 |
| BONUS: Opening & Closing SOP | Bundle Only |
| BONUS: Machine & Grinder Maintenance | Bundle Only |
| BONUS: Matcha Brewing Fundamentals | Bundle Only |
Add SCA Certification
Already booked the Fundamentals Course? Add SCA Barista Foundation certification for only RM500 when bundled. Same exam. Same globally recognised certificate. Massive savings.
Your 2-Day Journey
Four half-day sessions. Every hour on the machine, not in a lecture.
Day 1 -- MorningEspresso Fundamentals+
Grind, dose, tamp, extract. Learn to taste the difference between a perfect shot and a poorly pulled one. By the end of this session, you will pull espresso that cafe managers would approve of.
You will work hands-on with grind-size adjustment, dose weighing, distribution, and tamping pressure -- then dial in a recipe and taste the results side by side. We cover extraction timing, yield, and the visual cues of a well-pulled shot, so you can diagnose and fix sour, bitter, or weak espresso on your own.
Day 1 -- AfternoonLatte Art -- The Love Heart+
Milk texturing, pouring technique, and your first latte art pattern. You will pour hearts by the end of the session. Most students are shocked how fast they progress with hands-on practice.
You will learn steam-wand positioning, how to create silky microfoam, and how to judge milk temperature by touch and sound. Then we drill pitcher control, cup tilt, and pour speed until the heart pattern comes out consistently -- not once, but cup after cup.
Day 2 -- MorningCafe Menu + Filter Brewing+
Build every drink on a standard cafe menu. Learn V60 and Aeropress filter methods. This is what separates a home barista from a professional.
Flat white, latte, cappuccino, long black, mocha -- you will build each one to spec, with the correct ratios, cup sizes, and milk textures Australian cafes expect. On the filter side, you will brew with V60 and Aeropress, learning grind, water temperature, and pour control for a clean, sweet cup.
Day 2 -- AfternoonAustralian Cafe Level 1+
The workflow Australian cafes use every day. Speed, cleanliness, and consistency under pressure. This module alone is why our graduates get hired faster than students from other schools.
You will run a simulated cafe service: taking multiple orders, sequencing drinks, keeping your station clean, and holding quality at speed. We finish with the exact opening, closing, and cleaning routines used in Melbourne cafes -- so on your first shift anywhere, you already know the drill.
Included With Your Booking
Extras you will not get booking modules individually.
Opening & Closing SOP
The exact checklist real cafes use daily.
Machine & Grinder Maintenance
Daily cleaning, troubleshooting, extending equipment life.
Matcha Brewing Fundamentals
Whisk, sift, and prepare matcha the cafe way -- from traditional fundamentals to cafe-ready matcha lattes.
Job-Ready Certificate
Graduate with a certificate employers recognise.
7-Day Free Reschedule
Life happens. Move your booking at no charge.
Trained by the Best.
Taught in English -- the Language of Coffee.
An Elite Training Team. Our trainers are not just baristas -- they are overqualified industry professionals with years of experience in both Malaysian and Australian coffee culture. Many hold SCA certifications, competition credentials, and have managed high-volume cafes in Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, and Sydney.
Every Cottle Academy course is officially delivered in English -- the working language of specialty coffee worldwide, and the language Australian cafes hire in. Depending on your coach, casual conversation may also happen in Mandarin, Cantonese, or Malay -- but every lesson, drill, and assessment is taught in clear, simple English that complete beginners follow with ease.
Built on Real Australian Cafe Standards
SCA-Accredited Curriculum
Recognised in 70+ countries. The same standard Australian cafes expect.
Small Groups of 6
No crowded classrooms. Every student gets hands-on time with every piece of equipment.
Australian-Designed
The only Australian barista training in SE Asia. Curriculum based on what Melbourne & Sydney employers want.
27 Years Experience
Tristan has been training baristas since 1999. You learn from a team with deep Australian coffee expertise.
Love the Fundamentals? Go Complete & Save 15%
Most Fundamentals graduates continue to the full 5-Day Complete Course. As an alumni, you get 15% off the Barista Skills Accelerator -- the upgrade that takes you from confident beginner to job-ready professional.
Not Happy? Reschedule Free Within 7 Days.
We are confident you will love this course. If for any reason you are not satisfied, reschedule to a later cohort at no charge within 7 days.
2 days · 7 modules · All equipment · Small group of 6
Secure checkout via Samcart. Instant confirmation. WhatsApp: +60 12-650 1615
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any coffee experience?
No experience needed at all. This course is designed for complete beginners. We start from zero and build up step by step. Most of our students have never touched an espresso machine before Day 1.
What machines do you train on?
Commercial Dalla Corte espresso machines, Mahlkonig grinders, and Fiorenzato equipment. You train on the same professional-grade gear used in specialty cafes.
What if I want the full 5-Day course instead?
Most Fundamentals graduates continue to the full 5-Day Complete Course. As an alumni, you get 15% off the Barista Skills Accelerator -- the upgrade that takes you from confident beginner to job-ready professional.
Can I add SCA certification?
Yes -- add SCA Barista Foundation certification for +RM500 when bundled with the Fundamentals Course. Same exam. Same globally recognised certificate.
What if I can't keep up?
With only 6 students per class, our trainer adapts the pace to the group. Nobody gets left behind. If you need extra help, you will get it.
What Our Students Say
“Came to do a 2 day barista course while I was back in Malaysia and it was so much fun!! Ms. Beatrice was such a patient and funny teacher, and she really focused on helping us individually get better! I was scared that I wouldn't be able to pick up the course fast enough as it was so short but I learnt so much in such a short time and improved so much thanks to Ms. Beatrice!!”
“Finished a 2 days barista course at cottle coffee. Fully satisfied matthew our teacher did a really good job. Great experience overall!!”
“We did the two day barista course and it was an amazing experience! Matthew (our instructor) was very knowledgeable. We got to taste the difference between different espresso brew times, grind size, and beans. Matthew was very patient teaching us how to steam milk properly and pour simple latte art. The class is perfect for someone interested in becoming a barista or simply wants to learn how to make a good cup of coffee.”
Real graduates. Real certificates. Real careers started here.
Tristan Creswick
The Australian Barista Fundamentals course was designed by Tristan -- 27 years in the Australian coffee industry, SCA Authorised Trainer, and the only Australian AST operating in Southeast Asia. Every module, every drill, and every standard in this course comes from real Melbourne and Sydney cafe floors. The training team delivers this curriculum hands-on, so you learn the same techniques Australian employers expect from day one.
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Only 6 spots per cohort.
Next intake filling fast.
Most cohorts sell out 2 weeks in advance. Join 500+ certified graduates who started exactly where you are now.
Master the Espresso Machine in 2 Days -- RM999.
The fastest path from zero to confident barista. 4 modules across 2 intensive days: espresso, milk, latte art, and the full cafe menu. Small group of 6. All equipment provided. No experience needed.
Kuala Lumpur · Commercial machines · Job-ready certificate included
What You Get
Every module, every bonus, one price. Booked individually these cost RM1,800 -- bundled, they are RM999.
| Module | Individual Price |
| BAR-101: Espresso Fundamentals | RM450 |
| BAR-102: Latte Art -- The Love Heart | RM450 |
| BAR-103: Cafe Menu + Filter Brewing | RM450 |
| BAR-104: Australian Cafe Level 1 | RM450 |
| BONUS: Opening & Closing SOP | Bundle Only |
| BONUS: Machine & Grinder Maintenance | Bundle Only |
Add SCA Certification
Already booked the Fundamentals Course? Add SCA Barista Foundation certification for only RM500 when bundled. Same exam. Same globally recognised certificate. Massive savings.
Your 2-Day Journey
Four half-day sessions. Every hour on the machine, not in a lecture.
Day 1 -- MorningEspresso Fundamentals+
Grind, dose, tamp, extract. Learn to taste the difference between a perfect shot and a poorly pulled one. By the end of this session, you will pull espresso that cafe managers would approve of.
Day 1 -- AfternoonLatte Art -- The Love Heart+
Milk texturing, pouring technique, and your first latte art pattern. You will pour hearts by the end of the session. Most students are shocked how fast they progress with hands-on practice.
Day 2 -- MorningCafe Menu + Filter Brewing+
Build every drink on a standard cafe menu. Learn V60 and Aeropress filter methods. This is what separates a home barista from a professional.
Day 2 -- AfternoonAustralian Cafe Level 1+
The workflow Australian cafes use every day. Speed, cleanliness, and consistency under pressure. This module alone is why our graduates get hired faster than students from other schools.
Included With Your Booking
Extras you will not get booking modules individually.
Opening & Closing SOP
The exact checklist real cafes use daily.
Machine & Grinder Maintenance
Daily cleaning, troubleshooting, extending equipment life.
Job-Ready Certificate
Graduate with a certificate employers recognise.
7-Day Free Reschedule
Life happens. Move your booking at no charge.
Trained by the Best.
Supported in Your Language.
An Elite Training Team. Our trainers are not just baristas -- they are overqualified industry professionals with years of experience in both Malaysian and Australian coffee culture. Many hold SCA certifications, competition credentials, and have managed high-volume cafes in Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, and Sydney.
Whether you prefer detailed explanations in Mandarin, Cantonese, English, or Malay -- our team switches seamlessly. You will never miss a concept because of language. Ask questions in the language you think in. Get feedback that actually lands.
Built on Real Australian Cafe Standards
SCA-Accredited Curriculum
Recognised in 70+ countries. The same standard Australian cafes expect.
Small Groups of 6
No crowded classrooms. Every student gets hands-on time with every piece of equipment.
Australian-Designed
The only Australian barista training in SE Asia. Curriculum based on what Melbourne & Sydney employers want.
27 Years Experience
Tristan has been training baristas since 1999. You learn from a team with deep Australian coffee expertise.
Love the Fundamentals? Go Complete & Save 15%
Most Fundamentals graduates continue to the full 5-Day Complete Course. As an alumni, you get 15% off the Barista Skills Accelerator -- the upgrade that takes you from confident beginner to job-ready professional.
Not Happy? Reschedule Free Within 7 Days.
We are confident you will love this course. If for any reason you are not satisfied, reschedule to a later cohort at no charge within 7 days.
2 days · 4 modules · All equipment · Small group of 6
Secure checkout via Samcart. Instant confirmation. WhatsApp: +60 12-650 1615
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any coffee experience?
No experience needed at all. This course is designed for complete beginners. We start from zero and build up step by step. Most of our students have never touched an espresso machine before Day 1.
What machines do you train on?
Commercial Dalla Corte espresso machines, Mahlkonig grinders, and Fiorenzato equipment. You train on the same professional-grade gear used in specialty cafes.
What if I want the full 5-Day course instead?
Most Fundamentals graduates continue to the full 5-Day Complete Course. As an alumni, you get 15% off the Barista Skills Accelerator -- the upgrade that takes you from confident beginner to job-ready professional.
Can I add SCA certification?
Yes -- add SCA Barista Foundation certification for +RM500 when bundled with the Fundamentals Course. Same exam. Same globally recognised certificate.
What if I can't keep up?
With only 6 students per class, our trainer adapts the pace to the group. Nobody gets left behind. If you need extra help, you will get it.
What Our Students Say
“The Australian Barista Fundamentals gave me the confidence to quit my desk job and pursue coffee full-time. Beatrice is an incredible teacher -- patient, thorough, and genuinely cares about every student. By Day 2 I was pouring hearts and building drinks I'd be proud to serve.”
“Small group meant I got feedback on every single pour. The trainer never rushed us -- I left feeling like I could walk into any cafe and hold my own.”
“I signed up for Fundamentals to see if coffee was for me. One week later I booked the Complete Course. The quality of teaching is just on another level.”
Real graduates. Real certificates. Real careers started here.
Tristan Creswick
The Australian Barista Fundamentals course was designed by Tristan -- 27 years in the Australian coffee industry, SCA Authorised Trainer, and the only Australian AST operating in Southeast Asia. Every module, every drill, and every standard in this course comes from real Melbourne and Sydney cafe floors. The training team delivers this curriculum hands-on, so you learn the same techniques Australian employers expect from day one.
Only 6 spots per cohort.
Next intake filling fast.
Most cohorts sell out 2 weeks in advance. Join 500+ certified graduates who started exactly where you are now.