The Best Bartender Training In Austin
Lets be honest. You cannot become a bartender learning from tutorials online. Why should you learn how to bartend at ATX Bartending School? Plain and simple we feel that we offer the best hands-on, behind a real bar bartender training in Austin. Formally the Texas School of Bartenders-Austin, Founded in Austin by James Shearer. Founder, Ceo, mentor and great friend. We are now ATX Bartending School. We are an accredited school through TWC. We have over 30 years experience teaching our award winning classes, and have seen thousands of graduates of our schools move on to great careers as bartenders. We invite you to come visit the school at anytime. We are the ONLY in classroom bartending school in Austin.
Hands-On Experience
Learning under pressure, in a hands-on environment, creates the best bartenders
At ATX Bartending School, you learn behind a real bar with hands-on training from instructors that know this business. Be wary of online bartending schools that may provide you a certificate, but not the real training you need to succeed as a bartender.
Our school provides all of the tools you need to succeed in the real world, including the ability to come back and freshen up your skills, even after you graduate.
Meet the Owner
Jim Womack
With over 30 years of experience teaching bartending classes and a lifetime of bar and restaurant experience. James is a seasoned practitioner, an effective educator, and a principled entrepreneur whose leadership transforms students into confident professionals and strengthens the local hospitality community. His prior role was Director for the Texas School of Bartenders. Now he has taken control of the Austin location. From the moment you first walk into class, James will have your back - we guarantee it!
“I attended Texas School for Bartenders in May, and I couldn't have asked for a better introduction to bartending. Jim is an outstanding instructor who makes every class engaging, hands-on, and enjoyable.
One thing that really stood out was his focus on free pouring with accuracy. He constantly challenged us with drills and real-world scenarios to make sure we could perform under pressure during busy bar shifts. By the end of the course, I felt confident that I had the skills and foundation needed to succeed behind the bar.
What impressed me most was that the training didn't stop at making drinks. Jim also taught us how to find bartending jobs, including how to confidently walk into bars, introduce ourselves to managers, and ask about hiring opportunities. That advice proved invaluable—several of my classmates found jobs using this approach.
In my own case, I got a bartending job just one week after starting the classes. Jim even referred me to a place close to where I live, giving me the opportunity to gain real-world experience almost immediately.
If you're thinking about becoming a bartender, I highly recommend Texas School for Bartenders. The two-week program gives you practical skills, confidence, and job-search strategies that truly prepare you for the industry. Whether you're looking for a new career or a fun side job, this school is an excellent investment. Thank you, Jim, for helping me take the first step toward my bartending career!”
— Carel, former student