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BarSchoolcourseinformation&bookingformShaker BarSchool Cape Town235 Bree StreetCape TownSouth AfricaShaker BarSchool Johannesburg9A Langwa StreetStrijdom Park, Ext 25Randburg, South AfricaShaker BarSchool LondonShaker & Company119 Hamstead Road,LondonNW1 3EEp: 021 422 1574e: info@shaker.co.zaw: www.shaker.co.za
Shaker BarSchool“It is hard to find words toexpress how awesome itwas working with youguys.”- Sir Richard Brandson’sPrivate Game Reserve“had a sick sick timethere thanks a lot”- Davide, works at aspecialty beer barAbout the BarSchoolShaker BarSchool operates many training academies around the worldincluding - Cape Town, Johannesburg, London and Sydney to name but a few.Established in 2001, the Shaker BarSchools are the UK and South African’sleading bartending schools dedicated to providing bartending, cocktail andflair related training courses.We run open courses on scheduled dates found on our website,http://www.shaker.co.za/courses.cfm There are other options available; wecan run private flair classes, and run separate courses for group bookings (of 6or more). In addition, we offer a tailored consultancy solution for any bar,whether you’re about to open, are revamping your venue, or just feel your staffneed a nudge in the right direction.RequirementsA good standard of spoken & written English is necessary for all courses. WhereEnglish is not the students’ first language, special provisions may be made forwritten exams. The written exams are simply designed to test understanding ofthe theory that has been taught on the course, and this can be done verbally.We are mostly concerned with your ability to work behind a bar and studentswill not be penalized for their reading or writing abilities!Booking proceduresWe accept payment in the form of credit card, EFT or cash. We require aninitial non-refundable deposit to secure your place and the remainder shouldbe paid in full before the start of the course. Please call the office if you’d liketo discuss payment plans.If you refer a friend to the IBC, you will receive R500 voucher towards any Shakercourse for you and your friend!“Thank you shaker barschool for one of the mostexciting and knowledgefilled courses! It’s not justa course it’s a totalexperience! For anyoneinterested in bar tending Irecommend using shakerbar school! You guysRock!”- Gert, works eventsbartending in Joburg".thanks everyone thereat Shaker for the amazingcourse”- Zoey, now works onsuperyachtinMediterranean Sea.“thanks for the leg upguys”– Gagan, works as aprofessional Barista inSeapoint
Shaker CoursesInternational Bartenders Course (IBC)Course price: R7 9505 days 2 certified examinationsThe IBC is our flagship and most popular course and involvesan intense 5 days of training for both the beginner and thedeveloping bartender. Graduates of this course will beincluded on our international recruitment database.The topics covered within the course are universal, enablingbartenders to use the qualification in international bars andrestaurants.Over the course of the programme the students participatein a number of theoretical and practical sessions, setting agood basis for further development and learning. During thepractical sessions, the bartenders use real ingredients toenable them to experience the true flavour and balance ofthe drinks. This course will prepare you WSET level 1Award inSpirits.Other topics covered includecustomer service VS service excellencesales techniquesspirits, wine & beer knowledge and tastingclassic cocktailsthe bar environmentAdvanced Bartenders Course (ABC)Course price: R 8 9505 days certified examinationThis course is a natural progression from our International Bartenders Course orfor those with a minimum of one year cocktail bartending experience.It is the most fun you will have as a bartender. We look at all kindsof advanced techniques in a very practical and engaging way, it is anintensive 5 day program covering:advanced bartending working flair (bottle drops, pours etc)competition tests, speed round, product identification.ice carving techniques, blocks, balls and equipmentmolecular techniques, foams, spaghetti and caviardeveloping your own signature drinksThe ABC is completed with an advanced mixology session covering classic and contemporary drinkscategories, modern twists, competition winning recipes.
WSET Level 1 Award in Spirits1 Training day & WSET exams – R2 500ADD it with to the IBC course and only pay R1 650!Program outlineThe main categories of spiritsDistillation processThe factors affecting the flavour of spiritsHealth, safety and legal issuesService and sales of spiritsWSET Level 2 Award in Spirits2.5 days training & WSET exams - R5 450ADD it with to the ABC course and only pay R3 750!The spirits marketProductionBrandy, Scotch whisky, Whiskey, Rum, Vodka, Tequila, Gin and other flavoured spiritsLiqueurs and fruit spiritsThe WSET Level 2 systematic approach to tasting spiritsTo gain the qualification students need to successfully pass a multiple choice paperof 50 questionsEssential Bar Skills Course (EBS)Course price: R2 9502 daysTheEssential Bar Skills Course covers the fundamental basic about theenvironment and how to operate efficiently in the bar.Focusing on Service Bartending.Subjects as the following are covered in the course:barEffective bar setup & equipment careService excellence & etiquette trainingProduct knowledge in order to practice up selling techniquesDrink standards & consistencyThe course will broaden the horizons of the participants with everythingfrom simple serves to proper cleaning techniques.from simple
Intermediate Flair Course (IFC)Course price: R2,950 one dayGet a FlairCo flair bottle half price when on course (R245)Our instructors break down the moves and demonstrate whichmoves are practical to use in a working environment. Areascovered:Free pouring techniquesFree pour examination'Working flair' over 50 challenging flair movesPartnership flair bartendingRisk free moves for using in working barenvironmentFlair routines and sequences.We aim to focus on your own style of flair, starting with a structure and developing your skills at yourown pace. Students will have the opportunity to use various bar objects as well as learning to improvetheir overall style behind the bar.Molecular Mixology Course (MM)Cost price: R2 3501 dayThis is the world's first course covering the applications of molecularMixology for practical use in a bar environment. This course covers thetechniquesused in cutting edge luxury cocktails and the practical applications ofscience in the bar. We kick things off with an introduction to thescienceof taste and flavor and explore the sensory experience of drinking.Starting with the basics we teach homemade sodas and foams andteachstudents how to make their own bitters from scratch, no distilleryneeded!!!Taking inspiration from some of the world’s top chefs includingPierre Gagnaire, Heston Blumenthal and Ferran Adria, you will learn the cutting edge techniques to make flavoredcaviar and ravioli, light and heavy foams and airs, jellies and explore some forgotten classic drinkscategories, modern twists and competition winning recipes.
Cocktail Master ClassCourse price:R 950 for 1 personR 1 750 for 2 peopleThis one day gift experience is South Africa's most popular cocktail experience and is sold to most ofthe leading gift experience companies. This is an exciting introduction to the world of cocktails.Providing a practical foundation in the mechanics of mixology and cocktail preparation at work andhome. You learn methods of cocktail preparation:building a ing oh and tasting! You will prepare and make a range of classic andcontemporary cocktails. A fun afternoon for everyone involved. TheMaster Class can either be for yourself or can befor you and a couple of friends. Special rates do apply with advancebookings and group bookings.Coffee Master ClassCourse price:R875 for 1 personThis is a 3hr course covering everything you need to know to get youstarted. The course covers both the theory behind the perfect cup as wellas some practical coffee making. With everything a home barista needs,including the theory, pouring an espresso, milk dynamics and how to notburn the milk when making a latte, you’ll be guided by one of the bestbarista trainers in South Africa. Whether you’re taking a solo flight on yourjourney to barista-hood or you and a few buddies are making a fun day ofit, the coffee master class is the ideal way to learn something new andwhile away a few hours. No matter what sort of machine you're using orwhat level of coffee swinging perfection you want to attain, the guys atShaker BarSchool and Events can help - and don't be scared by the soundof a master class. Bring along whatever machine you're using and they'llteach you how to use it like a pro.
Barista Introduction (BI)Course price: R1 540An introduction to the art of the Barista for anyone considering acareer in coffee or who work in a restaurant or bar and want to learnto pour the perfect cup. This is an ideal bolt onto the end of yourIBC course as it takes place the Saturday following each course.Do you know what the perfect cup tastes like? A 6hr trainingday consisting of 2hrs theory and 4hrs practical coffee making.You will learn all that you need to know to become a professional barista,the theory, pouring an espresso, milk dynamics and how not toburn the milk when making a latte.You will be trained by some of the best Baristas Trainers in the industry.This course will give you all the information you need to get started butyou will only become a true barista after many, many hours of coffeemaking.Professional Barista course (PB)Course: R4 4503 days Certified ExaminationThis is our top end industry course for people who want todo this as a profession, opening their own shop orjust want to upgrade their skills to a completion & championshiplevel.Our instructors cover everything in great detailsand include everything from how to blend your own varietyof bean blends to costing your coffee beverages for yourown venue. The examination at the end of the course is basedon the National Barista Championship rules.
Shaker PackagesGold PackageIt’s a force to be reckoned with.The SHAKER Gold Package takes the student through the natural progression of all things liquid.International Bartenders Course (IBC)WSET Level 1 spiritsBarista Introduction (BI)Package Value:Package Price:R 11 990R 11 000Platinum PackageThe Platinum Package well it just gets better and better. The ‘bringing-out-all-the-stops’ package.This package has been designed for the serious mixology enthusiast.The package consists of the dynamic combination of the following coursesInternational Bartenders Course (IBC)WSET Level 1 SpiritsAdvanced Bartending Course (ABC)Package Value:Package Price:R 19 400R 17 900Master Bartender PackageThis is our full house package, offering all available courses, to get you to thetop level of bartending.The package consists of the dynamic combination of the following coursesInternational Bartenders Course (IBC)WSET Level 1 SpiritsAdvanced Bartending Course (ABC)Professional Barista Course (PBC)Molecular Mixology (MM)Package Value:Package Price:R 26 200R 23 600
Shaker InstructorsANIL SABHARWALAnil was pivotal in setting up Shaker in the UK and has trained morethan 1000 budding bartenders since 2001. As a competitionbartender he has been a finalist many times including, Winning TGIFridays Birmingham Flair, Roadhouse World Flair Finalist on severaloccasions, Northern Flair League Champion (2004) and won the SKYYVodka Nationals 2008 to represent SA in Monte Carlo. After that hewas given first place in the King of Africa Competition as the topmixologist and flair bartender in the country for 2008 and recentlywon the Get a Grip Flair & mixology Championship 2012. Anil haddesigned and implemented custom training programs for some ofthe big liqueur companies including Skyy Vodka, Bacardi, Cointreauand Glenfiddich.VLAD KLAICVlad has been in this industry for 16yrs now, managing andconsulting at some of the top bars and Bar Services that Cape Townhas to offer. He has managed bars at some of the most exclusiveevents in Cape Town, allowing him to rub shoulders with variousPresidents and Celebrities from Nicholas Cage’s “Private andCasting” parties to spending an entire day with the legendaryPatrick Swayze amongst many others. Aside from serving all kinds ofcelebrities both local and international, Vlad is the senior trainer inCape Town for Shaker BarSchool SA and in recent years, has seenhim train well over a 1000 students, from the inexperienced personto the most professional of Mixologists.MARTIN STROBOSMartin has been in this industry since the age of 18 and hasworked various styles in cocktail bars around the world; he haslearned from great managers and head bartenders. He alsomanaged a few cocktail bars and local restaurants whiletravelling. Martin always thinks out of the box when it comes tocreating new cocktails or developing menus and he is workinghard on breaking new fields with Molecular Mixology.Even with his busy schedule, he’ll always be an absolute fan of‘flairing’ a bottle or two every now and then.
PIETER OOSTHUIZENPieter has been in the industry for over 14 years, bringing a wealthtrade experience to our team. As a professional and competitivetender he has won numerous competitions including the SA RookieChampionships, Cape Town Industry Flair Champs. He is one of thetop flairtenders in South Africa and rates with some of the topmixologists in the world. Pieter is the co-founder of the Cape FlairSociety, a charity that helps develop Flair in South Africa andorganizes the local industry Bartending Competitions. Always eagerto go the extra mile Pete is the perfect Event Manager with nochallenge too big for himMIKHAEL BOU RJEILYMikhael is our Barista trainer and a highly regarded
advanced bartending working flair (bottle drops, pours etc) competition tests, speed round, product identification. ice carving techniques, blocks, balls and equipment molecular techniques, foams, spaghetti and caviar developing your own signature drinks The ABC is completed with an advanced mixology session covering classic and contemporary drinks categories, modern twists, competition .
