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MasterCLASS

2 Hours | $80

Join Chris Brooks, Co-founder of Coalescence Coffee Company, in Norfolk for our complete barista experience. This immersive Masterclass can combine Home Brew, Latte Art, and Seed to Cup training, giving you hands-on instruction in brewing, extraction, milk texturing, and pour technique. Participants must bring their home espresso setup, as instruction is tailored to the equipment you use. This allows for personalized guidance and better results in your daily workflow.

The Complete Barista Experience

Bring your own machine and learn how to refine your technique, dial in extraction, and craft café-quality shots.

  • Education Behind The Art

Coffee excellence comes from mastering both brewing science and milk technique. In this immersive experience, you’ll explore extraction theory, flavor balance, milk texturing, and pour control while developing a deeper understanding of how every step influences the final cup.

  • What You'll Experience

This extended workshop includes hands-on brewing instruction, guided tastings, and latte art practice. You’ll develop a complete workflow—from dialing in your brew to creating balanced espresso drinks with clean, consistent designs. challenges.

  • Why Take This Class

Designed for those who want a complete understanding of coffee preparation, this class delivers the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to brew and serve café-quality coffee at home.

  • Who This Class is For

Perfect for serious coffee enthusiasts, home baristas, and anyone seeking a comprehensive, hands-on coffee education.

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MasterClass Instructor

Meet Your Instructor

Chris Brooks, Co-Founder of Coalescence Coffee Company, brings over 25 years of specialty coffee experience and a passion for helping people brew better coffee at home. His teaching focuses on practical technique, extraction fundamentals, and building confidence behind every cup.

Our Mission is Beyond Coffee

COALESCENCE EXISTS FOR PEOPLE TO BE WELCOMED AND VALUED.

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At our core, we are about coffee and community—creating a space where every person who walks through our doors feels welcomed and invited to belong. We believe in creating connection, learning from the people and stories around us, and building relationships with our neighbors. Our space exists to support community groups, offering an open and welcoming environment where local gatherings, ideas, and friendships can grow. Through collaboration, we partner with organizations and individuals both locally and globally, sharing their work and strengthening the impact we can make together. We also provide co-spaces, including event rentals, co-working opportunities, and shared workspace designed to bring people together in meaningful ways. None of this would be possible without core support—the donors and volunteers whose generosity and commitment help sustain our mission and keep our doors open to the community.

Latte art + Home brew

2 hrs | $80 per person

Build a strong foundation in brewing, then level up with milk texturing and latte art. This hands-on class covers extraction basics, dialing in your coffee, steaming milk, and practicing clean pour techniques. Walk away with the skills to confidently brew and craft café-quality drinks at home. 

 

Perfect for: Home baristas looking to improve both their coffee quality and presentation.

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home brew + Seed to Cup

2 hrs | $80 per person

Explore coffee from origin to cup in this immersive 2-hour experience. You’ll learn how coffee is grown, processed, and roasted, then apply that knowledge through hands-on brewing—focusing on grind size, ratios, and extraction. Walk away with a clear, repeatable system to brew better coffee at home every day.


Perfect for: Coffee enthusiasts who want to connect coffee’s origin to practical, everyday brewing.

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SPECIAL EVENT REQUESTS

Speciality Pricing

Book a private, invite-only coffee class designed entirely around your group. With personalized instruction and a hands-on approach, you’ll gain practical skills while enjoying an exclusive, elevated coffee experience together. Perfect for corporate teams, birthdays, and meaningful celebrations.

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Gift a Class

Share the love of a coffee class by gifting this certification. Not valid for coffee shop use, only redeemable for a coffee class.

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Norfolk Loves Coffee

Gift A Class VOUCHER

Still organizing your group or unsure about timing? Buy a gift certificate now and book when your plans are set.

Seed to Cup

Explore coffee’s history, processing, and distinct flavors.

Latte Art

Learn to pour beautiful latte art and elevate every cup wherever you are.

Home Brew

Make better coffee at home. Pro tips and hands-on brewing.

Masterclass

A full barista experience: home brew mastery plus latte art.