Firedancer Coffee Consultants

The team is ready for day 2 of roast summit!

The storm

Cupping cupping cupping

Roasting class - tasting their first roasts

Firedancer is heading to World of Coffee – San Diego this weekend!
For the first time in decades (30+ years for Mike, 20+ for Renee), we’re doing something different…
👉 No booth
👉 No teaching
👉 No volunteering
Instead, we’re hitting the floor—walking the show, connecting with amazing vendors, and catching up with our incredible community of students, clients, and coffee friends.
We’ll be there all three days (April 10–12) and would love to see you!
Whether you want to reconnect, talk shop, or explore how we can support your coffee program or SCA education—let’s meet up.
Reach out anytime:
Mike: 815-245-9156
Renee: 847-977-4611
Let’s make this weekend about great coffee and even better conversations. See you in San Diego!

CVA (coffee value assessment) course for sensory professionals - day two

Roasting journeyman course, day two, evaluating roasts from yesterday

Roast professional - last day of a three day course. These two have it figured out

Sensory skills foundations - my favorite course I teach

After the frigid cold weekend we start Monday with our barista training classes. That’ll surely warm us up. . Renee Espinoza Mike Ebert

Ready to jumpstart your coffee journey or refine your roasting craft? At Firedancer Educators, our SCA and Skill Building Workshop Roasting Classes are here to elevate your skills. Whether you're an aspiring roaster, an established barista, or a dedicated café manager, we've got structured training tailored to your needs. Sign up today and take the first step toward coffee perfection! 🧑‍🍳☕️

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Unlock the true value in every cup you serve. ☕📊

Our SCA Coffee Value Assessment (CVA) course is happening on December 18th, and seats are already filling up. If you’re a roaster, café owner, barista, or green buyer who wants to speak the same “quality language” as the global specialty coffee community, this class is for you.

In this one-day course, you will:
- Learn the SCA Coffee Value Assessment system step-by-step
- Cup using the latest SCA CVA forms and protocols
- Understand how to connect sensory data to real business decisions
- Gain confidence evaluating and communicating coffee quality with your team and partners

🎉 December Sale: We’re running a special promotion on our classes throughout the month, including this SCA CVA course. It’s the perfect time to invest in your skills AND save on training.

📅 Date: December 18, 2025
📍 Format/location: Virtual via Zoom Platform
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👉 Spots are limited and this class will sell out—secure your seat today and start 2026 with stronger quality tools, better cupping conversations, and more consistent coffee.

✨ Start the new year right! ✨ All 2026 classes are now 25% OFF! From December 1st to December 31st, take advantage of this limited-time offer and invest in yourself. 💪🌟 What class are you excited to take? Let us know in the comments! 💬 Explore more: https://www.firedancereducators.com/
Christmas

Merry Christmas from Firedancer Educators! 🎄

We’re celebrating with a special offer:
Book any 2026 class or bundle in December 2025 and enjoy 25% OFF your tuition.

Whether you’re planning ahead for your own coffee education or investing in your team, this is the perfect time to secure your 2026 training dates.

👉 Visit FiredancerEducators.com to explore 2026 classes and save this December.

Offer valid on 2026 classes and bundles purchased between December 1–31, 2025. Discount applied at checkout.

I had the pleasure of leading a panel discussion last week, where we discussed the high prices of green coffee & tariffs; we tried to offer advice and suggested strategies. Key word - "tried".

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Finding Coffee in Chaos: Strategies for Roasters as US Tariffs Sink In Daily Coffee News spoke with more than a dozen U.S. green coffee traders and roasters about how tariffs are affecting their businesses.

Christmas comes early! Have you been dreaming of becoming a skilled barista or elevating your roasting expertise? We're here to make that happen! 🏆 Plan ahead and take advantage of our December special. Receive 20% off on the SCA Coffee Skills Program and Skill Building Courses 🍵 when purchased in December! Let's embark on this delicious coffee learning journey together.

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