TRAINING LAB

Rooted in the heart of Barrio Logan San Diego, Cafe Moto has been a pioneer in specialty coffee since 1990 — long before the third wave took hold. As the original San Diego roaster, we’ve built our legacy on quality, sustainability, and a deep respect for the craft.

Now, through the Cafe Moto Training Lab, we’re proud to share over three decades of roasting, brewing, and café excellence with a new generation of baristas, coffee lovers, and café entrepreneurs.

Home to San Diego’s Only Certified SCA AST Trainers

Our team includes the only Authorized SCA Trainers (ASTs) in San Diego — offering globally recognized Specialty Coffee Association education right here at home.

100% Solar-Powered Roastery
Sustainability isn’t a buzzword—it’s our blueprint. Our entire operation is powered by the San Diego sun.
Fair Trade & Organic
Every bean we roast supports ethical sourcing, responsible farming, and cleaner coffee for the planet.
Committed to Education
We believe the more you know about your coffee, the more meaningful the cup becomes—for you and the community that created it.
30+ Years of Community Impact
Family owned and operated from the start. From local partnerships to global sourcing, Café Moto is built on relationships.

Hands-On Learning
Train on commercial-grade espresso machines, grinders, and brewers such as La Marzocco, Rocket and Mahlkönig — just like the pros.
SCA-Aligned Curriculum
Every bean we roast supports ethical sourcing, responsible farming, and cleaner coffee for the planet.
Real Industry Mentors
Our certified AST instructors are working coffee professionals with decades of café and coffee experience ranging from sensory skills, roasting, barista skills, brewing methods, cold brew development, mixology and more.
Career & Business Ready
Whether you’re chasing your first café job or building your own brand, we give you the tools to thrive.

Baristas in Training
Home Brewers Who Want More
Café Staff and Teams
Hospitality and Culinary Pros
Entrepreneurs Building Their Dream Café

Everyone is welcome — no experience required. Just bring your curiosity and love for coffee.

Intro to Specialty Coffee (SCA Certificate Available)
Everything you need to know from bean to cup.
Barista Skills (SCA Certificate Available)
Espresso, milk texturing, dosing, dialing in, equipment and latte art basics.
Latte Art
Advance your pouring skills with hands-on learning and demonstration.
Brewing Methods & Perfecting the Grind
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Menu Development
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Cafe Moto offers virtual training and in-person practical exams at our Barrio Logan headquarters. We offer in-person and virtual classes & workshops, private café and restaurant team trainings, virtual sessions for remote learners, and facility tours for coffee lovers and professionals alike.

Intro to Coffee – $325, 4 hour session (SCA Certificate)
Barista Skills Foundation – $550, 8 hour session (SCA Certificate)
Barista Skills Intermediate – $895, 14 hour session (SCA Certificate)
Barista Skills Professional – $1500, 21 hour session (SCA Certificate)
Latte Art Beginner – $000, price and description goes here
Latte Art Intermediate – $000, price and description goes here
Brewing Methods & Perfecting the Grind – $000, price and description goes here
Menu Development – $000, price and description goes here

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