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A two-day intensive course on many aspects of tea. Learn from distinguished leaders in the tea industry. Founded by Pearl Dexter, editor of TEA A MAGAZINE® in November of 1999, The TEA School™ was established to give people who are in or entering into a tea business a firm foundation in the history, geography, and cultivation/processing of tea. With multiple tea tastings, it is our goal that your palate will become more sophisticated and discerning. Our wish is to pass on our pachado (passion for tea). Certificate of completion with passing grade.

The TEA School

Curriculum includes
History
Geography
Cultivation and Processing
The Tea Industry Today
Operating a Tea Room
Retailing for a Tea Room/Tea Shop
Advertising and Marketing Your Tea Business
Tea and Health
Designing Your Tea Room
Multiple Tastings: Green, Oolong, Black/Red, Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Sri Lankan

Students at The TEA School™ have been taught by professionals in the tea industry, including:
Pearl Dexter, editor and publisher of TEA A MAGAZINE®
Peter F. Goggi, president of Royal Estates Tea Company, a division of Lipton
John Harney, president of Harney & Sons Fine Teas
Jim Harron, president of Simpson & Vail
Jürgen Link, president of SpecialTeas
Masanori Den Shirakata, president of Den's Tea
Joseph P. Simrany, president of the Tea Association of the USA and president of the Specialty Tea Institute

Tuition is $2,100.00 and includes:

Two days of classes and tea tastings

A complete workbook

Two nights of lodging in a B&B or inn

All meals—beginning with a reception dinner and ending with lunch on day two

Transportation to and from Providence or Hartford airports, or New London's AMTRAK station

Tuition is $2,100.00 and includes:

The Inn at Woodstock

Woodstock, CT

 

Left to right: Jürgen Link, Masanori Den Shirakata, John Harney, Kotaro Tanimoto, Peter F. Goggi

Past Students Comments

"Words cannot express my gratitude for your guidance, direction and wisdom imparted to all of us at this week's TEA School—I am so glad I attended! It's helped me realize I want to become a part of the tea industry on an even more serious, professional level. Joining STI is first on the agenda! It was a pleasure to finally meet you in person. I'll be staying in touch!"—Thomasena
Coley

"What a wonderful and enriching experience I had last week at your TEA Tutorial! I enjoyed every minute. The new friendships I made will always be cherished. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I look forward to selling your magazine and books at my tea room. I tip my cup to you!"—Trish Stubbs

"I cannot thank you enough for all the knowledge that you shared with me. You changed my whole thought process on the World of Tea. I have not stopped talking about all that I learned. The surroundings were beautiful and the others in the group were truly awesome. What a wonderful experience for all of us. I cannot wait till you start your advance classes."—Donna Dunning

"Thank you for giving me an opportunity to learn about tea! I loved The TEA School! I want to learn more! I enjoyed all the speakers—Karen Memmott, Dana Spicer, Joseph Simrany, Jim & Joan Harron and most of all Pearl! The accommodations and meals were wonderful! Thank you again for the inspiration! You are loved and appreciated!—Elaine Von Almen

The tutorials were established to better accommodate the student.  Learn everything that you would at The TEA School the tutorial is the same curriculum.  The difference is you have a one on one two day class with Pearl Dexter.  She will travel to your location and conduct the classes.  No airfare and no long travel time.  You receive 12 hours of study.  The focus of the tutorial is on your needs.  Certificate of completion with passing grade. The price is $2,100. We are taking dates, please call toll-free 888.456.8651.

The TEA Tutorial™

Student during a tasting