I highly recommend this specific bartender course to anyone in the Bay Area! Jeremy is such a great instructor! I felt like I learned so much in such a fun and interactive way. I love how everything was so hands on. We were also able to try different types of liquors and try making real cocktails. From this class, I was able to discover some of my new favorite drinks! It was so fun being able to learn with the other classmates. The amount of students per class is perfect! You're able to learn without being lost in a crowd. It's also a great way to meet new people! This class is perfectly designed and Jeremy definitely caters to the group of people. I loved the pace and he would speed up or slow down depending on the day. Wish the class was longer but I'm really happy to have completed it! read more

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On a whim, decided to buy the Sunday evening courses (4-9pm for 4 weeks) for the bartender's course the day of the first class and definitely did not regret it. I had done some research before on places in SF to learn how to make drinks and Jeremy's course came up at the top on Yelp and Google. Now I know why he always has 5 stars here! Jeremy (the owner of the bar where the class is and the instructor of the course) is awesome and a fun instructor! Also learning random facts here and there alongside the structured course where we'd learn facts about various drinks and also learn how to make the typical drinks you'd order at a bar or see offered on a menu. It's also a very hands-on class, where you learn how to make the drinks. You're actually behind a bar using real glass bottles (and with colored water in them) to learn how much to pour from the drink ingredients to make your manhattan, margarita, Moscow mule, espresso martini, and more! A lot of knowledge, so studying is definitely helpful. I haven't worked in the restaurant or bar industry before, but this gives me a greater appreciation for what our service industry does and also inspired me to build out a home bar! Definitely will be back and also will be on the lookout for the 1 day 2 hour cocktail class! read more

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Can't recommend this experience enough!!! We did the 2-hour Sunday Mixology 101 class and had the BEST TIME. We learned how to make 3 drinks + a shot, were treated to small snacks, and got to learn some flare bartending tricks! The 101 class was a great crash course on mixology and I walked away with a ton of new skills. Jeremy was the absolute coolest teacher and I would highly, highly recommend this class for birthday activities, anniversaries, work parties, celebrations, or literally just to try something new. I was hesitant of it being expensive at first, but honestly it was worth it and then some. This was so much more fun than I ever expected - thanks Jeremy! read more

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We took the 2 hours mixology class as a team building event. Everyone loved it! We learned how to use the bartender tools, made 3 drinks and learned some flare bartending tricks! We had a great time there! Jeremy is an amazing instructor. We were all surprised that he invented one of the drinks that we made that day (which was the favorite of our group)! He's so easy going and entertaining, our group had a lot of fun and learned a lot. He also prepared non-alcoholic cocktail recipes for one of our teammates and spent extra time teaching her how to do it! I highly recommend this to anyone who's looking for a fun time learning how to make drinks! read more

7 years later I'm still glad I took Jeremy's bartending course. It didn't take long to get hired at a great bar which I now manage. I'll admit I can't quite whip out all the crazy cocktails I learned all those years ago without a quick google search, but the fundamentals got me to where I am now. Anyone can learn how to make a cocktail off a notecard but Jeremy made sure we understood the bar and what we were serving. What's the difference between Mezcal and Tequila? What mixes well with what? Learning how to figure out a drink a new customer would like... These are the kinda things you won't pick up just bar-backing or stumbling around behind the bar. I get name dropped as a phenomenal bartender here on yelp and on Google all the time and I credit a large part of that to Jeremy and SOMA Bartending. read more

As someone who doesn't drink and had absolutely no knowledge of alcohol, I felt Jeremy was the best professor/instructor and he provided such an engaging, fun, and informative course. I was very nervous at my first class , but Jeremy made everyone feel comfortable and I learned so much. After two Saturdays and two Sundays 10:00 am -3pm , I feel confident to make so many different cocktails for my friends and open up a bar! I learned a lot about the different types of alcohol, from Whiskey to Vodka to Fernet and more. Jeremy even gives lot of history behind the drinks. I can say now that I can make Old Fashions ( modern AND classic), Manhattans, Cosmopolitans, Martinis Dirty or Dry , Mojitos and more!! If you are looking to learn how to make cocktails for fun for your friends or to get into the industry of opening a bar, this is THE course to take. This is your sign to take the course with Jeremy now!! read more

Wow! What an absolutely fantastic class! I took this to gain a little more bar knowledge, as I work in the Food and Beverage industry, and I so got more than what I bargained for. Jeremy is an amazing instructor. He is so easy going, funny, engaging and patient. You can't possibly be bored in his class. In addition, the class is 70% practical. You're behind the bar, making drinks (with fake liquor of course, but bottles are real), for majority of the class. Whenever I pop behind the bar at work, the setup no longer feels foreign after practicing so much with Jeremy. He really makes you feel like anyone can bartend and he's just he nicest guy. 5 stars! I learned so much and would recommend to anyone! Also, for those worried about the test, while nerve wracking, he gives you a full day of practice on the last day so you have plenty of time to figure it out. If you fail, Jeremy will work with you and gives you the option to come back and retake a many times as you like, for free! read more

SoMa Bartending - Me after taking my test! Jeremy orders two cocktails at a time and has you make them. Extra points for flair, customer service and more. - Team Building Activities Near Me - San Francisco, California

GREAT EXPERIENCE!!! Went into this course not knowing anything about drinks, alcohol, bottles, etc.. I had no idea what to expect, but I went in with the thought of some of my co-workers speaking very highly of this place. THEY WERE RIGHT!!! To me, this was an amazing experience, it wasn't just about learning but also having fun at the same time. Jeremy: IS THE MAN!! I was blowing away with his knowledge in alcohol, cocktails, and bar business in general. I loved the fact that he will think about the smallest detail to the biggest factor to prepare you for any kind of scenerio. I was also impressed with how engaged he was with everyone in the class, he made each day very fun but also he was very dedicated when it came down to business. He wants nothing but the best and prepare you if you want to pursue a career as a bartender. One of my favorite quotes from him was "I want you to be better than I was", to me that's something very remarkable coming from him!!! To be very good at what he does but at the same time very humble when it comes to teaching!! Truly a great individual!! I truly recommend this course to anyone who wants to be a bartender, it would be a lot of fun, you would learn a lot, and it's reasonable price!! Now, I've learned how to make 100 plus drinks, expanded my knowledge in alcohol, met new friends, tasted delicious cocktails, and all of this will help me a lot with my next step in my career as a F&B manager. Last thing, if you want to have extra fun, wear t-shirts with cool designs such as superheroes, Jeremy will love it!! I'LL BE BACK FOR HIS MIXEOLOGY CLASS. read more

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The course adds up to a very fun and informative week! After one week I felt very comfortable with bar tools and accurate pours. During the training, all of the drinks are made with dyed water so it is easy to practice as much as you want. I came out of the course with the knowledge to make dozens of popular drinks and that has changed my life. I used to order beers or shots but now I know cocktails I can order and will often practice making them at home. Even if you don't become a bartender, making cocktails is a wonderful party trick and will forever spice up your own drinking palette! As it happens, completing the course was a good way to enter the bartending trade. Jeremy has a number of connections in the region and I was able to find employment with two of them! Also, Jeremy is simply a stand-up guy. He and my class all had a lot of fun just kicking it in between drink making. I still visit Bar Basic to say hello and make cocktails. On that subject, after you complete the course, you can build up volunteer experience on Mondays. read more

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I, 110% recommend this class to everyone !!! Jeremy exceeded my expectations on training and learning about this trade. Talk about hands-on in a comfortable environment that focuses on real life bartending. The fact that you get to train and learn in an actual bar doesn't get any better and easier than that, in my opinion. The options are endless with a huge variety of drinks, tools, materials that you can work with as he teaches you step by step. When I left his class I learned how to properly make about 28 drinks.... there are more but I am sure I'll learn as I go. As for Jeremy, he is just an awesome instructor and dude...lol. He will legit teach you until you are comfortable to move on and succeed. That guy has so much patients with his students and he sure makes the class enjoyable but yet challenging (in a good way of course. But hey that's is what we paid for right???...lol). This guy sure knows his trade and he deserves my respect. Whether you have Zero or 100% experience tending a bar, I am sure you will love to learn his curriculum. Hey, I did the drive to the city from Modesto but in my pocket I know it was a great investment for me. I am very proud and fortunate to say that I earned my certificate completing soma bartending course. Now I have extended my clients drinking list options when it comes to doing my mobile bartending events. I honestly can say way more about my experience in class. I recommend this class to anyone that wants that hands-on training or just to have a good time but yet learn something that can get you a side gig one day. Trust me you will definitely learn a lot. I had options to go to other bartending schools but for some reason I always came back to SOMA and I am so damm glad I went with my gut feeling. Salud and I hope you join his class. I am positive it will be another smart choice you will make in life !! read more

I recently completed Jeremy's week-long certification course and it was such a fun time! Not only is he highly entertaining, he provided us with great study materials and taught us clever mnemonics to remember the cocktail recipes. After the class one of my friends who is a seasoned bartender, quizzed me on how to make popular cocktails at his bar, and I knew all of them! For anyone interested in this class for fun or for professional preparation, I highly recommend Soma Bartending! read more

SoMa Bartending - All the alcoholic teas - Team Building Activities Near Me - San Francisco, California

This is one of those times that I'd love to give a business more than 5 stars because they deserve it. I'll give you five reasons for that: First: Jeremy. He's one of the most energetic, dynamic, funny and clever instructors I've met. He will make you feel like you're making drinks at home while doing them in a real setup. I remember the last class, we were making a drink every 30seconds or so, and he only told us he changed the timer only after we were done (sneaky way to push your potential!). Trust me, he'll make sure you burn over 100 drinks in your brain + other important topics (legal, customer service, etc.) within a week while having too much fun at the same time. Second: The setup. I mean come on, you can't get more real than this--unless you are actually working in a bar already. The fact that everything is setup in a real bar, with real bottles (but colored water though) makes all the difference in the world. They also provide you with every single tool, in fact (believe me when I say this), you just need to show up. Third: The added value. After graduating you can show up every Monday night for what they call student nights, and yes it's basically the real deal. For an hour, you're the bartender of the place. Talking about keeping it real? Fourth: The certificate looks so nice it even looks even nicer than my Master's one. The test to get the certificate isn't the easiest one but will definitely set you up for a lucrative career as a bartender. Fifth: The price is super reasonable and for all that you get, it's a no-brainer. Gracias Jeremy! read more

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This is an awesome place with even more awesome people! I took the weekday class and learned to be a bartender! I did not have any bartending experience but after this class I can be one and I don't even work in the bar / restaurant industry. The classes are fun, with lots of time for practice. I was so impressed that all teaching notes are ready on an app so that you can study on your phone. There is all sort of supporting material on the website and they even help you find a job as a barternder. Last but not least, the team here are awesome people! Jeremy keeps it real but makes sure that everyone learn everything. Don't doubt a second and sign up for his class! read more

SoMa Bartending - Some of the drinks I've learned to make! - Team Building Activities Near Me - San Francisco, California

Despite the "basic" location, this course is by no means basic. I participated in the bartending course in January 2017 and went from not even knowing what went in a martini to being able to make 50+ different types of cocktails. Jeremy is seriously a top-shelf instructor. As an engaging storyteller and humble expert, he led the class of mostly noobs to confidently and quickly concoct cocktails with style - teaching us fancy yet simple technique and basic bartending flair. The course took place Monday thru Friday from 10AM to 3PM with a quick lunch break in the middle. The morning generally began with review of the drinks we learned the prior day and we just built muscle memory behind the counter. We covered some fun drinks, as well as the classics; he taught us fun mnemonics to help us remember the main ingredients that went in popular drinks. In the afternoons, we made and tasted some of our drinks and learned the history of the spirits. I'd highly recommend this course for any cocktail enthusiasts and current bartenders who want to brush up on their skills. I'm a certified bartender now! Check out the Instagram page - SOMA Bartending and you might be able to find me tagged somewhere. read more

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Soma Bartending is a very special place! I was at a crossroads in life and was toying with the idea of becoming a bartender. I called Sifu Jeremy (that's what I call him) on the phone and within in minutes of talking to him I was more than sure I had found the right place! I showed up to class Monday morning i walked in and the Bar looked like a place you would see in a movie! We all met each other and Jeremy gave us some insight into the world of bartending / the history of alcohol from the beginning up until present day / and some insight into his journey as a master bartender (he would never call himself that but that's what he is) and teacher. After that I believed he cranked up some Tupac and we began to pour drinks!!! Hundreds of drinks everyday we were there!! Jeremy is a total pro he has so much to offer anybody interested in bartending as a career or just a side passion. He always keeps the information moving and the vibes are fun and positive! I consider him a mentor and friend. I have been working as a bartender for the last year and a half and i could not have done it without Soma Bartending school! They even have a guest bartending night on Monday's where you can get more real-time experience! Really can't say enough about the place and the man who runs it. Mike is super cool as well. If you have any interest in training as a bartender this is the place to go! I left with a certificate of achievement and I'm super proud to have been a student there! Cheers and Thanks! Bj read more

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I just finished my 4-week certification course and I'm over the moon with the experience provided by Jeremy at SoMa Bartending! Everything in the course is designed to be as hands on as possible but there's also a conceptual and knowledge based aspect of the course as well to help you understand more about the drinks you're making. The curriculum is curated to current trends as well, which I appreciated. As a student I felt very taken care of; Jeremy pays close attention to the work of all students in the class, and no matter what goals you set for yourself in the course he will help motivate you and push you to reach them. Jeremy's energy and attitude as an instructor is also really contagious so not only did I learn a ton, but I had just the most incredible time and made some friends along the way! Thank you SO MUCH Jeremy, from the bottom of my heart, I cannot wait to continue down my bartending path :D read more

First and for most I rarely drink. I'm the person who orders an alcoholic drink and I have no idea what's in it. For example I would always buy mojitos only because I thought tequila was in it -___- no tequila , it's rum lol. I was quite skeptical on entering this class due to the fact that it was not cheap and that it's not technically required for a Bartending job. BUT I am so happy I made the risk on Soma Bartending w/ Jeremy. This is what you get in the program: 1. Getting behind a real bar 2. Tricks (flare bottles) 3. Learning more than 80+ recipes by heart 4. Drinks(sometimes, if you pressure him lol) 5. Knowledge on alcohol 6. Student night 7. Job opportunities Student night is on a Monday when students get certified by Soma Bartending and work at the bar. You do not get paid, but the experience is waaaay worth it. What I mean by job opportunities is when you work your first shift at student night you can put Jeremy on your resume that you worked there. Cool huh? I traveled from Vallejo to SF ferry building and walked 25- 30 mins every morning to get to class. If you have access to the ferry or Bart, use it!!!! Only because the times for school (weekly) are 10am -3pm. I'm very very happy I chose this school. After I got certified (made 14? Drinks in 8 mins I believe could be wrong lol) I ended up creating my own personal bar at home and it's a hit. I will be looking for jobs soon. Even at student night I met some job opportunities by customers. If your just looking to have fun or a job in the industry this is a good stepping stone and things will only get brighter with Jeremy's expertise. read more

SoMa Bartending - WE DID IT. Oh... and that's Jeremy - Team Building Activities Near Me - San Francisco, California

I signed up for the Satuday Bartending class in August. A coworker who had previously taken the Soma Bartending Class talked very highly of the instructor Mr. Jeremy Vassey. The class size was quite small which made it perfect for a more personal experience. The instructor was very attentive and considerate of each individual's learning needs. With a combination of PowerPoint slides and sharing of personal experiences, when the time came for the hands on part, making the cocktails was a piece of cake! After I completed the class, I was invited to attend Student Night, hosted every Monday at Bar Basic. Student Night gives SomaBartending Alumn the opportunity to practice their Bartending skills and make real drinks to real customers. This opportunity definitely makes my Monday's more bearable at work. I have something to look forward to in the afternoon! Kind of makes me wish College was as easy as Jeremy made getting a Bartending certificate at SomaBartending School!! Not that the class was easy, oh no! He just made learning fun and the class enjoyable!! Learning over 100 drinks in 3 weeks with Jeremy Vassey, totally worth giving a shot to! (Get it?) read more

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Awesome class!! Jeremy is kind of the man!! He's very knowledgeable, funny and patient. You won't find nobody else as a good teacher like him. Small group, easier to talk and ask. We've learnt the foundation stuff, tricks and different cocktail recipe. Of course, you gonna DRINK during the class too!! At the end of the course, there will be a exam for the students. Honestly, that's kinda stressful, feel like i m in school again haha but once you pass, you will get the certificate. Over all, I enjoyed it very much. No matter you are looking for a career change, side job or just for fun, soma bartending is the place to go! **Highly recommended** read more

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I took the week long Bartending Certificate class. I had no idea what to expect but after comparing other schools and reading on Yelp that "Jeremy is the man!" I thought I would at least have fun. After the first class, I asked him if he had written his book yet. Jeremy is very charismatic but has no ego. Incredible! I learned so much about bartending. Yes, we practiced making drinks but his lectures (short) about the different spirits and their history were worth the money alone. Did I say there was a test? Yes, on the last day, Jeremy sits at the other side of the bar and you make random drinks for him. Very stressful. I failed the first time and I'm really happy about that because he is not a diploma mill. He let me retake the test about an hour later and I passed with flying colors! After every test, he sits down with the "bartender" and gives detailed notes about the drinks you made for him. I was really impressed at how engaging he is with everyone. Always positive, making jokes but also teaching the seriousness about cleanliness, organization and the biggest thing most bartenders don't understand - Customer Service. Last thing, every morning he teaches you how to flip bottles and do fancy pours. If you want to jump into bartending and make it your job, this school will teach you 10x what you need to know in the real world. If you are looking to just have a good time learning tricks to show to your friends, you won't be disappointed either. read more

SoMa Bartending - Wine lecture from a Master sommelier! - Team Building Activities Near Me - San Francisco, California

Jeremy hosted a wonderful team building event for my coworkers and I. It was super easy to schedule and coordinate prior to the event. The event was curated to fit my budget. Most importantly, everyone had a blast mixing their cocktails. The event was the talk of the town amongst my coworkers for the next couple days! Would highly recommend! read more

I took the weekday certification course. Simply put, Jeremy is the man. My biggest takeaway was the confidence I now have behind the bar. I felt like completing the course put me ahead of 80% of the bartenders in the city who have not undergone professional training. The only problem after taking the class is that you can't unlearn the material, so now when I go to bars I notice all of the mistakes being made by the average bartender! That said, I'd rather be a good bartender who (quietly) notices mistakes vs. a shitty bartender who is blissfully ignorant to proper procedure. The class itself was a mix of practical, relevant bartending knowledge, super interesting alcohol background lessons, and a comedy show. I've never laughed so much in an educational course. SUCH a fun week, and Jeremy actually cares about the students' progress and overall experience. I highly recommend the certification course, and I'm definitely moving on the the mixology & flair courses. read more

SoMa Bartending - Team Building Activities Near Me - San Francisco, California

Wow this class was amazing! 5 hours on your Sundays seem like it would be a long day especially while you're working a FT job, but Jeremy makes this experience worthwhile. Time went by so quickly because you are learning so much and it is all so interesting. Such attention to detail from the fake garnishes to the correct colored water to match the real life liquor. Hands on experience truly made such a difference. Go visit Jeremy to gain a good foundation of mixology. Excited to sign up for future mixology classes with him! read more

We had a cocktail class at Soma Bartending as a team activity for work and it was amazing! Jeremy is a great teacher and shared some tasty recipes with us. Coordinating the date/ timing was easy + the team was flexible. They provide you with all the necessary tools/alcohol.. all you have to do is show up! Definitely recommend if you're looking for a fun group event in the city read more

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From the first day to my last, I've had nothing but overwhelmingly positive experiences at SOMA Bartending. Jeremy and Danny, one of the few awesome instructors there, were fantastic and truly had the proper training, knowledge, and appreciation for the art of bartending. The value of my experience and knowledge was very well worth signing up for. The instructors genuinely care about each individual student; providing them with the necessary supplies, practice space, feedback, and sources for individual study and research. I can't thank them enough for the opportunity I was given and hope that they continue to positively impact lives of other people. Once again, thank you SOMA Bartending! read more

SoMa Bartending - Me, after passing the final test for completion. - Team Building Activities Near Me - San Francisco, California

If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. Who would've known that randomly signing up for a bartending course would teach me so much, allow me to have fun, AND now give me an opportunity to make extra money with the knowledge I've gained? Jeremy is an amazing instructor. (And he's hilarious) You go home on Day 1 with so much more knowledge about bartending as well as knowing the ingredients to mix up some fun cocktails. Everything is hands on so how could you not have fun and learn at the same time? You also get to taste test some of the drinks. Another awesome thing that I learned on Day 1 was: on Monday nights, students are allowed to come into the bar and actually bartend for the night. Besides getting real life bartending experience, this can also go onto your resume. Just another benefit that the course offers. I met great people here and was sad for the class to end! We all had a bunch of fun. I passed the training course and am shaking things up at home! Literally. My experience here was great and I've already recommended the class to a couple of friends looking to learn some new skills that could possibly make them some money. I'm already teaching others a couple of things I've learned including the ingredients to a few delicious, exotic cocktails. Awesome right? Try it out - sign up - you will NOT regret it. Money well spent. read more

Attended a mixology class on invitation from a friend and learned so much about the history of mixology and proper technique for making cocktails. Jeremy makes you feel right at home, taking the time to socialize with everyone and getting a room full of strangers talking. There is not a better instructor out there! The mixology class covered 5 (6) cocktails that everyone makes. The cocktails taught are on a rotational basis and feature some original creations from Jeremy himself. Definitely a unique experience even for the veteran drinker. During the introduction of each cocktail, Jeremy gives a brief background on the spirit used and the origin of the drink. Just overall an amazing experience! read more

SoMa Bartending - Jeremy surprised his Mixology class with gifts of bacon bourbon and rum! - Team Building Activities Near Me - San Francisco, California

Jeremy is one of those people, that always seems to be 'on'. It's impossible not to enjoy yourself, with him leading the course. Whether it's his funny mnemonics or his captivating stories, you'll wonder how the time passed so quickly. You'll learn drink recipes, a little bit of flair, customer service, and more. Totally worth the price of a admission. read more

Jeremy's class was so much fun and I was impressed with his vast knowledge of the hospitality industry. Highly recommend! read more

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We had Jeremy help us bartend for a private event, and he was absolutely fantastic. He's kind, thoughtful, and makes damn good cocktails -- would recommend him unequivocally. Logistics were seamless, and it took all of 15 minutes to design a menu that everybody loved -- definitely top of my list for future events. read more

I will start off by saying this is probably the one and only Yelp review I will ever write in my lifetime. This should immediately emphasize the gravitas of this post. With all the other bartending certification classes/schools available in the bay area, it would be a disservice to Jeremy and the amazing experience I had taking his class to not post this review. I would like to hit on two main subjects during this post: 1) The ideal candidate to take this class and, 2) The six tangible benefits that a student gains from taking this class that no other bartending certification course can provide. The beauty of Jeremy's course is that it targets a vast array of ideal candidates all with one trait in common, a desire to learn how to be the BEST bartender available on the market. Whether you were like me, and were simply seeking the knowledge and certification as a life goal between jobs or want to make bartending a full-time career, Jeremy's class is the MUST-TAKE in order to be in the upper echelon of bartenders available for hire. Said differently, whether you want to host the most impressive parties at your house to impress your friends or be the bartender that is coveted by employers during interviews, this is the course for you. I was a business major at UC Berkeley and if there is one thing I know how to do correctly, it is conduct my due diligence prior to undertaking any endeavor, and I will guarantee that this is the best course available on the market. Diving into the guts of the course, there are six overarching fundamentals that Jeremy's course, and only Jeremy's course, teaches/provides to anyone that takes the class. These six fundamentals are essentially the complete set of building blocks that anyone looking to be a real bartender or at home bartender need to have access to, and from my research, all other courses only provide a fraction of said six fundamentals: 1) Recipe Memorization and Practice: During the course you learn 100+ of the most common drink varieties that any top-tier bartender would need to know. During the course of the week, not only do you memorize these drinks, you do drill after drill so by the end of the course, you have made each of the 100+ drinks at least 5-10 times ingraining the recipe into your brain and committing it to muscle memory. 2) Precision and Technique in Crafting Drinks: Not only do you memorize and practice each of the 100+ recipes, but Jeremy teaches you the exact technique, proportions, and presentation in order to ensure each drink is crafted in the best possible manner. No one is allowed to pass this course without being able to make each drink perfectly each and every time. 3) Knowledge and History: A portion of each day is dedicated to learning the history, distillation process, quality, and flavor profiles of every type of alcohol a top-tier bartender would come across. Jeremy truly understands that to be a complete bartender, one must not only know the recipe of each drink, but that one must understand the foundation and flavor profile of each ingredient within the recipe. 4) Customer Service and Tip Maximization: Jeremy emphasizes the importance of top-notch customer service, which is quite important for anyone that wants to stand out in a job interview. Not only that, Jeremy will teach you the proper techniques that will allow you to maximize your profits on any given night on the job. 5) Real Life Practice at a Reputable SF Bar (Bar Basic): I had been coming to Bar Basic for years and the fact that you are able to work on any Monday night the bar is open is a true differentiating factor for anyone that either wants to brush up on their skills like me or needs on the job experience prior to applying for full-time bartending gigs. 6) Extensive Job Network: For certified/graduated students, SOMA Bartending's network is unbeatable. Besides the student nights at Bar Basic, Jeremy will contact former students to work private events in order to bolster their resumes, will recommend graduated students for job openings through his extensive network of contacts in the industry, and will act as a reference during the interview process. Above all else, Jeremy's dedication and love for teaching and creating the best bartenders around are unrivaled. He could be making more money pursuing other ventures, but it's his passion for this job that keeps him going. To further emphasize this point, when I was taking the course, Jeremy was hit by a van on the freeway driving his motorcycle home from class on a Tuesday. After being in the hospital till 3am the following day, we finished up the class less than a week later. I think that anecdote says it all. Thanks SOMA Bartending for an awesome experience! read more

All I have to say is that.... SOMA Bartending was AWESOME!! I never had so much fun taking a Bartending class. I've been out of the game for years and wanted to brush up on my skills. So I found SOMA online and checked it out. The instructor had me cracking up the whole time. He took teaching to a whole other level. I highly recommend this course!! read more

This place is the real deal!! You definitely will learn at least 100 drinks that you will make in a bar .....today! Jeremy is a great instructor, he helps you remember the drinks by way to little sayings or acronyms. You practice in a REAL WORKING bar AND you can come in and guest bartend to actual paying customers. If you want to have the leg up on the competition, this place pays off in spades. You can gain so much knowledge that will give you a serious advantage over other people wanting that same job position. There's lots of places to go to school, but this place really rocks because of what it promises and delivers. I've gotten 3 of my jobs thru the graduated student emails. I have connections and opportunities I definitely wouldn't have had without them. Thanks Jeremy and SOMA Bartending!!!!!!!!!! read more

We contacted Jeremy about putting together a mixology class for our team-building event, and he was amazing. He was super helpful and flexible when working with us to plan the event and was really engaging throughout the entire 2-hour course. We learned a lot of basic mixology techniques while having fun and bonding together as a team. Jeremy was enthusiastic and patient with us, and we all learned a lot even though it was only 2 hours. He put together an excellent event for us and we highly recommend checking SOMA bartending out! read more

I was impressed! For somebody to not know anything about BARTENDING or how to make drinks (well drinking them is what I'm known for) I came away with the knowledge to hold my own out in a bar. What impresses me is that on Monday's it is student nite and "Jeremy" is there to reinforce the knowledge he has given & teach you more! He is always teaching! I recommend this school and it's coming from somebody who doesn't even post reviews! THANKS JEREMY! PS.... He has a special prize on test day to the person who breaks the all-time record on the test! He said the winner will have their MIND BLOWN! I think it was 21 drinks in 8 minutes! Make sure you can do the BLOOD & SAND... Always a pain! read more

Jeremy is an incredible teacher. I took the 3-week bartending certification course as well as the 3-hour mixology course. Both were fun and left me with real bartending skills. Whether you're trying to become a professional bartender or just want to spice up your parties, this is the place to go. read more

Jeremy is fantastic - we had so much fun learning from him. It was challenging too and we really felt that we got our money's worth. With refresher lessons whenever we want, open student night any Monday , and job references to keep sharp on skills, there's really not much more I could have asked for... Except we also found out he gives a specially discounted mixology class too for students. My wife and I couldn't be happier in our choice to take this class. Thanks Jeremy ! read more

Jeremy was a fantastic teacher and the class was a ton of fun! The Saturday class is 8 hours a day, 3 Saturdays in a row and I was bummed at the end of each day, wanting more. Highly recommend taking Jeremy's class, he's fun, funny, and an expert in his field! read more

Great experience that continues beyond the class! I've worked in the food industry most of my life and recently decided to give bartending a stab. Jeremy really knows his stuff and is able to walk you through ,step-by-step, the foundation of being a bartending. Not only does he cover the basics, but he is also able to show you a good amount of extra flair to really help step your game up, all delivered with an enthusiasm that keeps you engaged the entirety of the class. As far as the experience after the formal classes, I definitely recommend signing up for the "student nights!" They are a great way to practice your skills and get some real time in behind the bar! Overall, I would highly recommend Soma Bartending to anyone looking into becoming a bartender, or even just to have a great time. Seriously, it's well worth it! read more

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As a server and bartender for close to a decade in my youth, I had the time of my life. After college I eventually transitioned into that "real world" job we all hope for, but eventually end up dreading compared to the fast cash and fun atmosphere of the food and beverage industry. I decided that I wanted to try and get a bar-tending gig for nights and weekends in order to try and supplement my income and put a little bit of that excitement back in my life. Unfortunately, I kept finding that most of the places I was applying to wanted me to be certified since it had been about 15 years since I last worked in the industry. Upon some serious self-reflection and ego-checking, I decided that maybe it wouldn't be the worst thing in the world to bone up on my knowledge and skills. After all, this is a young man's (and woman's) game. I did some web searching and stumbled across the SOMA Bartending site. I contacted them and I was signed up to go in less than 15 minutes. I started classes the following week and had a blast. Jeremy, the owner, was extremely knowledgeable and hilarious to boot. He was definitely a kindred spirit and we connected immediately about all things service-related. Most of my classmates were much younger than me, but they were all great folks too. I found it to be reasonably priced and although I did not learn much in the way of fundamentals that I did not already know, I definitely learned a lot about all the new drinks out there, as well as current trends in the industry. Since I finished the course I was picked up by a local chain and have been working part-time making decent money. I don't know if the certificate sealed the deal, but it definitely got me the interview! Highly recommended! read more