ELITE BARTENDING SCHOOL
#1 BARTENDING SCHOOL
IN TAMPA
Train Behind A Real Bar In Tampa. Our Course Runs Day, Night & Weekend Classes Available In English. Graduate With Your State Of Florida Certification & Direct Access To Our Event Staffing Network.
$599
FULL COURSE TUITION
100+
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
45hr
HANDS-ON TRAINING
$99
DOWN TO START
LOCATION + TRAVEL
TAMPA CAMPUS
Address
2312 W Waters Ave APT 5, Tampa, FL 33604
Phone
Email
Instructor
Kevin Gibbons
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Parking
Free street parking available nearby
Airport
Tampa International Airport (TPA) — 15 min
Languages
English Only
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THE PROGRAM
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
150+ COCKTAILS
Master classic cocktails, shots, shooters, martinis, and seasonal specialties, all behind a real bar.
POS SYSTEMS
Learn the point-of-sale systems used in real bars and restaurants so you're job-ready from day one.
BAR SETUP & SERVICE
Fruit cutting, garnishes, speed building, customer interaction, cash handling, and bar maintenance.
TEXTBOOK & TOOL-KIT
A Complete Textbook & Bartending Toolkit. Everything You Need To Succeed Inside & Outside The Classroom.
FLAIR & CONFIDENCE
Showmanship, speed pouring, and the confidence to step behind any bar and stand out immediately.
JOB PIPELINE
Graduate and get plugged directly into our staffing network: Buccaneers, Lightning, Rays, Gasparilla, conventions, and more.
TRAINING PHOTOS + VIDEOS
INSIDE THE TAMPA CAMPUS
HANDS-ON TRAINING
BAR SETUP + SERVICE
COCKTAIL MIXING
ELITE INSTRUCTORS
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BEFORE YOU START
WHAT TO BRING + WHAT'S INCLUDED
🎒 WHAT TO BRING
- Government-Issued Photo ID
- Comfortable, Closed-Toe Shoes
- Notebook Or Tablet For Notes
- Positive Attitude And Energy
📦 WHAT'S INCLUDED
- 45-Hour Hands-On Curriculum
- State Of Florida Certification
- Elite Bartending Textbook
- Bartending Toolkit
- Online Learning Platform Access
- Resume Building + Job Placement
- Elite Staffing Network Access
CLASS SCHEDULE
PICK YOUR PACE
1 WEEK
MON – FRI
Full-time intensive
45 hours in 5 days
45 hours in 5 days
2 WEEKS
MON – THU
Half-day sessions
45 hours over 2 weeks
45 hours over 2 weeks
3 WEEKS
MON – WED
Flexible pace
45 hours over 3 weeks
45 hours over 3 weeks
All schedules include the same full 45-hour curriculum and State of Florida Certification.
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QUESTIONS + GET STARTED
How long is the bartending course?
45 hours total. Choose 1 week (Mon-Fri), 2 weeks (Mon-Thur), or 3 weeks (Mon-Wed). Same full curriculum, your pace.
Do I need experience to enroll?
Zero experience required. We start with fundamentals and build you into a confident, hire-ready bartender by graduation.
What certifications do I receive?
Two certifications included: 45 Hour Elite Bartending Certification and State of Florida Certification.
How much does the course cost?
$599 full course. Start with just $99 down. We price-match any competitor. Includes all certifications, textbook, toolkit, and staffing network access.
Will I get help finding a job?
Yes. Elite runs its own staffing company with 200+ active staff. We book graduates for events with the Buccaneers, Lightning, Rays, Gasparilla, conventions, and more.
What language are classes taught in?
Classes are conducted in English only at the Tampa campus.
Where exactly is the Tampa campus?
Our Tampa campus is located at 2312 W Waters Ave APT 5, Tampa, FL 33604. Training takes place behind a real bar top, not a classroom.
What makes Elite different from other schools?
Other schools use fake classrooms. Elite trains you behind real bar tops, gives you certifications, and plugs you into our own event staffing network.
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