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Rustic Focaccia and Pizza Class

Learn how to make homemade pizza, focaccia and bread from scratch in this hands-on cooking class in Melbourne.

Elite Hospitality Training

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2 hours

1 to 15 (public classes), 14 to 20 (private) (private classes)

$99 - $130 ($130 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $99/guest for 15+ guests) (Afterpay available)

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# Pizza, Focaccia & Bread Making Class Melbourne

Learn how to make homemade pizza, focaccia and bread from scratch in this hands-on cooking class in Melbourne.

This relaxed, practical workshop is designed to teach you traditional dough-making techniques that you can continue using in your own kitchen.

Whether you are a complete beginner, a home cook wanting to improve your baking skills, or simply looking for a fun hands-on activity, this class is a great way to learn the fundamentals of homemade pizza and bread.

## Let's Get Baking!

During this pizza and focaccia making class, you will learn how dough is made, how to work with it and how fermentation and proofing affect the final result.

This is a home-style pizza experience rather than a commercial pizzeria course. We focus on practical techniques that can be used in a domestic kitchen and oven, so expect rustic, hand-shaped pizzas rather than perfectly round restaurant-style bases.

## What You Will Learn

During the workshop, you will:

* Learn the fundamentals of pizza, focaccia and bread dough

* Understand different types of flour and how they affect your dough

* Learn about yeast, hydration and fermentation

* See how dough is mixed and kneaded

* Work hands-on with freshly made dough prepared on the day

* Learn how to handle, stretch and shape pizza dough

* Prepare your own rustic-style pizza

* Learn how to handle and shape dough for focaccia

* Understand proofing techniques and timing

* Learn practical tips for baking pizza, focaccia and bread in a domestic oven

You will generally work in groups of two or more during the practical part of the class.

## Working With Fresh Dough

You will work hands-on with freshly made dough prepared on the day by yourself.

This gives you the opportunity to practise handling, stretching and shaping the dough for your pizza and focaccia.

### Fermentation & Proofing

During the class:

* You will work with freshly made dough

* You will practise shaping and preparing your pizza and focaccia

* We will demonstrate the complete dough-making process using pre-made dough

* We will explain fermentation and proofing times

* We will show you how to finish the process at home

* You will receive instructions for final proofing and baking at home

This means you can see the complete process while still getting plenty of hands-on experience during the class.

## What You Will Take Home

You will leave with:

* Your prepared dough ready for the next stage

* Instructions for final proofing and baking at home

* Practical tips for making pizza, focaccia and bread

* A better understanding of dough fermentation and proofing

* Techniques you can recreate in your own kitchen

* Certificate of Participation

## Who Is This Class For?

This pizza and focaccia class in Melbourne is suitable for:

* Anyone who want to learn how to make pizza from scratch

* Home cooks wanting to improve their bread-making skills

* Anyone interested in homemade focaccia

* People wanting to understand dough fermentation and proofing

* Anyone who enjoys hands-on cooking experiences

* Families looking for a fun cooking activity

No previous baking experience is required.

## What To Bring

Take away containers

Water

Comfortable shoes (closed)

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 7 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we may cancel the session; if that happens, we'll inform you and let you choose between a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.

Upcoming dates for Rustic Focaccia and Pizza Class

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 9 Oct 2026, 6:40am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

319 upcoming dates between 10 Oct 2026 and 31 Dec 2027.

Sat 10 Oct 2026, 10am-12pm
Sun 11 Oct 2026, 11am-1pm
Mon 12 Oct 2026, 11pm - Tue 13 Oct 1am
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What you'll get

You’ll leave with:

Your prepared dough ready for final proofing
Clear baking instructions for home cooking
Professional tips for achieving great results in a domestic oven
The confidence to recreate the process independently at home
Certificate of Participation

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Knowledge required

Perfect for:

Beginners wanting to learn proper fundamentals
Home cooks who want to improve their bread and pizza skills
Anyone curious about fermentation and traditional techniques

No prior experience is required.

What to bring

Each group will typically work with 3 dough portions, so please bring:

3 x containers (1.5–2 litres each per dough)

Airtight containers are essential to keep the dough from drying out and to allow proper proofing

Ideally stackable or easy to carry, as you’ll be transporting multiple portions

This ensures each dough has enough space to expand comfortably during proofing without overflowing.

Add-ons available for this class

Home Made Pasta ($50)
Gluten Free ($10)

You can add these when you book (optional).

Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 8 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Melbourne, VIC

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Your teacher can also travel within 50 kms of Melbourne, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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Elite Hospitality Training

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Women-owned

Elite Hospitality Training delivers engaging, practical workshops for hospitality teams and professionals. Our sessions blend technical expertise with real-world service insight, enabling participants to refine their skills and consistently deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Elite is designed for businesses that want their teams fully trained when needed, without relying on expensive management structures that often fail to deliver effective, hands-on training. We provide targeted, practical education that translates directly to the floor.

Alongside industry training, we also offer hospitality workshops and masterclasses for those outside the industry who are curious to learn, explore, and experience hospitality at a deeper level. These sessions are tailored for individuals, private groups, and corporate teams, combining hands-on learning with an engaging, immersive experience.

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Rustic Focaccia and Pizza Class

Learn how to make homemade pizza, focaccia and bread from scratch in this hands-on cooking class in Melbourne.

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