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Sun, Sand, and a Craft Beer Scene That Changed American Drinking. Train Where It Started.
Rooftop bars with Pacific views. Beach clubs. 160+ craft breweries. Navy base entertainment economy. San Diego's bar market is thriving, diverse, and always looking for certified talent.
3,200+
Bars & Craft Breweries in San Diego County
160+
Craft Breweries — Most in Any US City
35M
Annual Tourists to San Diego
San Diego's Premier Bartending Program
Trained for America's Craft Beer Capital
San Diego is where the American craft beer revolution took root — and its hospitality market reflects that heritage. Today, over 160 craft breweries and hundreds of bars, rooftop lounges, and beach clubs make San Diego one of the most exciting places in the country to be a bartender.
Our program goes deep on craft beer knowledge (essential in this market), while also covering the full cocktail spectrum needed for San Diego's diverse venues: from the upscale rooftop bars of the Gaslamp Quarter to the relaxed beach bars of Pacific Beach and the Navy-adjacent entertainment corridor of the East Village.
Programs
Professional Training Programs
Professional Bartending
125+ classic and modern cocktails, speed training, and industry certifications.
Craft Mixology
Artisan techniques, fresh ingredients, and the depth your local craft cocktail scene demands.
Beer & Wine
Complete wine and craft beer programs for upscale restaurants and hotel bars.
ServSafe Alcohol
State-mandated responsible service certification — required for employment.
Why Train Here
Built for San Diego's Unique Bar Culture
- Craft beer expertise — the foundation of San Diego's bar identity
- Rooftop and outdoor venue service with Pacific coastal standards
- Gaslamp Quarter upscale cocktail bar techniques
- Beach club and Pacific Beach bar high-energy service
- Navy and military community hospitality — San Diego's loyal base
- California RBS (Responsible Beverage Service) certification
Class Schedule
New Classes Every Week
Day Classes
Mon–Fri · 9AM–2PM
Complete in 2 weeks
Evening Classes
Mon–Fri · 6PM–10PM
Complete in 3 weeks
Weekend Classes
Sat & Sun · 9AM–5PM
Complete in 4 weeks
Job Placement
San Diego Venues Hiring Our Graduates
Service Area
Serving San Diego & Beyond
Location
Find Us in San Diego
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San Diego Is Sunny, Thriving, and Always Hiring.
The craft beer capital of America needs certified bartenders year-round. Join the school that connects you to it.
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