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Elite Bartending School and Event Staffing Fort Lauderdale

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Elite Bartending School is a hands-on bartending program in Fort Lauderdale’s Himmarshee district, rated 5.0 from 245 reviews. Best for career changers and hospitality newcomers who want real-bar training.

About Elite Bartending School and Event Staffing Fort Lauderdale

Elite Bartending School and Event Staffing sits on SW 2nd Street in the heart of Fort Lauderdale’s Himmarshee district, surrounded by the very bars and nightlife venues its graduates go on to work. This is not a typical classroom setup, training happens inside a real bar and club environment with actual bottles, wells, and a full service rail, so students build muscle memory in the same setting they will face on a busy Friday night. The flagship program runs three weeks and covers cocktail fundamentals, speed techniques, and guest-service confidence. Day and evening classes are available seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., making it accessible for people juggling day jobs or startup schedules. Instructors Desiree and Dexter are the names that come up again and again in reviews. Desiree draws praise for her patience, hands-on cocktail demonstrations, and ability to turn nervous beginners into confident pourers. Dexter runs engaging night sessions where students mix drinks daily and leave with notebooks full of recipes and technique notes. The school holds a spotless 5.0 Google rating across 245 reviews, which is nearly unheard of for any service business in Broward County. Students consistently highlight the reasonable tuition relative to the depth of training, and several mention enrolling as a creative outlet rather than a strict career pivot. The space is explicitly LGBTQ-friendly and a designated transgender safespace, reinforcing a welcoming atmosphere regardless of background. Elite also provides event staffing, so graduates have a direct pipeline to real gigs once they finish the program. Whether you are career-switching, sharpening hospitality skills, or just want to learn how to make a proper daiquiri, this Himmarshee spot delivers hands-on education with a neighborhood-bar feel.

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  • Best for: career changers, hands-on learners, nightlife industry newcomers, creative skill building, LGBTQ-friendly training
  • Features: LGBTQ+

Elite Bartending School and Event Staffing Fort Lauderdale Reviews

5.0 out of 5 from 245 Google reviews.

★★★★★

Des is an amazing teacher. She made the material very clear and understandable especially for not having any experience bartending. I would 11/10 recommend.

Anjeli Samai, via Google

★★★★★

I had an amazing experience in class. So much knowledge, skill, and confidence gained! Dez is the most knowledgeable and friendly instructor! So excited to start my Bartending career!

chandler larrucea, via Google

★★★★★

DEXTER is an absolutely amazing instructor here at Fort Lauderdale. I went in knowing nothing about bartending and in three weeks time feeling very confident behind the bar. Absolute blast.

Chase Fagan, via Google

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Elite Bartending School and Event Staffing Fort Lauderdale Hours

Monday 10AM-10PM
Tuesday 10AM-10PM
Wednesday 10AM-10PM
Thursday 10AM-10PM
Friday 10AM-10PM
Saturday 10AM-10PM
Sunday 10AM-10PM

Elite Bartending School and Event Staffing Fort Lauderdale Location

310 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the bartending program at Elite Bartending School?

The core program runs about three weeks. Students mix drinks daily in a real bar setting and leave with hands-on experience, cocktail knowledge, and detailed notes they can reference on the job.

What are the hours and is there a night class option?

Elite is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Both daytime and evening classes are available, so students working day jobs or managing other commitments can attend the nighttime sessions.

Do I need any bartending experience before enrolling?

No prior experience is required. Multiple reviewers started with zero bar knowledge and say the instructors brought them to a confident, job-ready level by the end of the program through patient, step-by-step coaching.

Is Elite Bartending School LGBTQ-friendly?

Yes. The school identifies as LGBTQ-friendly and a transgender safespace, so all students can expect a welcoming and respectful training environment regardless of identity or background.

How much does the program cost?

Exact tuition is not published in reviews, but students consistently describe the pricing as reasonable relative to the depth and quality of training. Contact the school directly at their SW 2nd Street location for current rates.

Where exactly is it and what is the training space like?

It is located at 310 SW 2nd Street in the Downtown Himmarshee area. Classes take place inside a real bar and club space with actual bottles, a working service rail, and a full bar setup rather than a simulated classroom.

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