Kamado Core Skills: From Beginner to Pitmaster-in-the-Making
New to Kamado cooking or thinking about taking the plunge? Maybe you’ve got a Kamado sitting on your patio but feel like you’re only scratching the surface? This class is your shortcut to confidence, consistency, and flame-fuelled success.
In this hands-on, four-hour session, you’ll learn how to get the absolute best out of your Kamado - mastering airflow, temperature control, and fuel management so you can cook everything from a perfect reverse-seared steak to a Sunday rotisserie chicken with ease.
You’ll cook across a range of Kamado grills, including those from Kamado Joe (classic and Konnected), Kama Gear and also the new BSTRD kamados. No matter what brand you own (or are thinking of buying), the techniques are fully transferable to Big Green Egg, Primo, Pit Boss etc.
Under the guidance of our expert instructor, you’ll:
🔥 Build and maintain the perfect fire
🔥 Master airflow and temperature control
🔥 Learn when to cook direct vs indirect, and how to use heat deflectors effectively
🔥 Explore smoking techniques and clean smoke flavour
🔥 Experiment with the Joetisserie and different cooking surfaces
🔥 Apply rubs, sauces, and seasonings for maximum flavour
🔥 Safely shut down your Kamado like a pro
And of course, we’ll be cooking (and eating) a feast of dishes to put your new skills into practice:
Menu:
- Reverse-Seared Tomahawk Steak
- Picanha Steak
- Chicken Wings
- Rotisserie Chicken
- Pork Chop
- Garlic Bread
This is a hands-on class, so you’ll have the chance to get stuck in - lighting fires, adjusting vents, and handling the tongs yourself. You’ll watch, learn, taste, and cook throughout the session, all while surrounded by the scent of real charcoal and sizzling meat.
The class runs in our purpose-built BBQ shed at BBQ Land, just outside Hitchin (SG4 7HD). Come rain or shine, the coals will be glowing and the grills will be fired up.
If there’s a specific Kamado model you’d like to see in action, let us know in advance and we’ll do our best to include it on the day.
When: Various dates available
Duration: 4 hours
Where: BBQ Land, Priory Farm, Priory Lane, Little Wymondley, Hitchin SG4 7HD
What recent graduates have said:
"For anyone who has recently bought a Kamado bbq or is considering it this course should be attended like you are doing your driving test. It’s absolutely essential to your long term enjoyment and success."
"The workshop was really helpful, I learnt lots and will be back to do more workshops in the future."
"Found the course to be really informative - for a complete bbq novice, but a keen cook it has given me confidence to try out my new found skills! Chris was an excellent teacher with a wealth of knowledge and tips and I loved that the course covered both the practical BBQ elements along with cooking tips and tricks (even down to suggested seasonings and rubs - which I wasn't expecting!) Absolutely loved it. Especially the eating bit!"
"Very informative session; learned loads, and finally found that chicken wings can be delicious!"
"I highly recommend this course to any cook, especially anyone new to bbq. I bought a Kamado Joe last year with mixed success. This course has made me far more confident in knowing how to get the best out of operating the Joe, understanding how to light, control charcoal and influence temperature to get the best flavour without under cooking or over charring food. I loved understanding how and when to use different rubs and sauces and actually trying different types before spending money on them. The food was amazing and has truly inspired me on how best to use these techniques."
"Don't eat for a week before you attend, as I've never eaten so much!"
