CAFE MOTO ACADEMY - CAFE MOTO

Welcome to the Cafe Moto Academy

Born in San Diego

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 coffee roaster, we’ve built our legacy on quality, sustainability, and a deep respect for the craft.

Now, through the Cafe Moto Academy, 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.

Built on Purpose

100% Solar-Powered Roastery
Sustainability is 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.
30+ Years of Community Impact
Family owned and operated from the start. From local partnerships to global sourcing, Cafe Moto strives to be a company that makes a lasting positive impact in the places we conduct our business.

Why Train with Cafe Moto?

Hands-On Learning
Train on commercial-grade espresso machines, grinders, and brewers such as La Marzocco, Rocket and Mahlkönig.
Specialty Coffee Association Aligned Curriculum
We offer Introduction to Coffee and Barista Skills Module that are eligible for a certificate and recognized by the SCA.
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.

Who Should Join?

Dial-In Your Skills at the Cafe Moto Academy

San Diego’s Original Coffee Roaster. Solar-Powered. Fair Trade. Organic.