Welcome to Virginia
Wine + Spirits Academy

Expert-Led Beverage education

Approved Provider of WSET, Wine Scholar Guild,
and EWA Certifications

Course Catalogue

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Upcoming Classes

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines - Live via Zoom — FEB 10 + 17: WSET Level 1 Wines Live via Zoom

Exam Feb 28

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WSET Level 2 Wines Live via Zoom — Feb 22, Mar 1 + 8
WSET Level 2 Wines In Person

Exam Mar 22

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EWA Certificate in Irish Whiskey - Hybrid — Mar 4 + 14
EWA Certificate in Irish Whiskey -Hybrid

Exam Mar 14

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Mar 24 + 31: WSET Level 1 Wines Live via Zoom

Exam Apr 4

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May 3: WSET Level 1 Wines In Person

Exam May 9

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WSET Level 1 Wines via zoom — Jun 2 + 9: WSET Level 1 Wines Live via Zoom

Exam Jun 13

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July 19 + 26, Aug 2: WSET Level 2 Wines In Person

Exam Aug 16

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In Person Classes - Virginia Wine + Spirits Academy — In Person

Experience Wine & Spirits Education In Person

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Hybrid Classes - Virginia Wine + Spirits Academy — In Person + Online

The Best of Both Worlds: Hybrid Classes

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Online Clasees - Virginia Wine + Spirits Academy — Online

Learn from Anywhere with Online Courses

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  We also host engaging seminars and themed events designed for both industry professionals and passionate beverage enthusiasts. With decades of experience in the history, business, production, and tasting of wine, spirits, and sake, our instructors bring deep expertise to the classroom — always in a welcoming, approachable style.

Tracy Waldron — TRACY WALDRON, DWS

Cross-certified in Perfumery and Chocolate-making, and with a university science degree, Tracy shares knowledge in ways that are unique to each student’s current perspective, but always grounded in the science of sensory perception as it applies to tasting.

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Custom Beverage Education for Teams, Students & Enthusiasts

We offer tailored training and tasting experiences for restaurants, retailers, wineries, universities, private clubs, and corporate teams — available both on-site and online.

From WSET certification courses to staff training, tasting fundamentals, and industry-specific seminars, our programs are designed to engage and educate at every level.

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