Register and book your pizzaiolo BASIC, PROF or MASTER course here. You will receive confirmation of your registration with further details. Book a course For the online BASIC course, click here > Online BASIC Pizzaiolo BASIS februari 2027 Leer alle pizzageheimen in 3 weken. Read More Starts Feb 22, 2027 999 euros €999 Loading availability... Loading availability... Book Now Pizzaiolo BASIS april 2027 Leer alle pizzageheimen in 3 weken. Read More Starts Apr 12, 2027 999 euros €999 Loading availability... Loading availability... Book Now Pizzaiolo BASIS mei 2027 Leer alle pizzageheimen in 3 weken. Read More Starts May 31, 2027 999 euros €999 Loading availability... Loading availability... Book Now Pizzaiolo BASIS september 2027 Leer alle pizzageheimen in 3 weken. Read More Starts Sep 27, 2027 999 euros €999 Loading availability... Loading availability... Book Now Pizzaiolo PROF februari 2027 Word een gediplomeerd pizzabakker in 4 weken Read More Starts Feb 22, 2027 1,498 euros €1,498 Loading availability... Loading availability... Book Now Pizzaiolo PROF april 2027 Word een gediplomeerd pizzabakker in 4 weken Read More Starts Apr 12, 2027 1,498 euros €1,498 Loading availability... Loading availability... Book Now Pizzaiolo PROF mei 2027 Word een gediplomeerd pizzabakker in 4 weken Read More Starts May 31, 2027 1,498 euros €1,498 Loading availability... Loading availability... Book Now Pizzaiolo PROF september 2027 Word een gediplomeerd pizzabakker in 4 weken Read More Starts Sep 27, 2027 1,498 euros €1,498 Loading availability... Loading availability... Book Now Pizzaiolo MASTER februari 2027 Word een gediplomeerd pizzabakker in 6 weken Read More Starts Feb 22, 2027 1,995 euros €1,995 Loading availability... Loading availability... Book Now Pizzaiolo MASTER april 2027 Word een gediplomeerd pizzabakker in 6 weken Read More Starts Apr 12, 2027 1,995 euros €1,995 Loading availability... Loading availability... Book Now Pizzaiolo MASTER mei 2027 Word een gediplomeerd pizzabakker in 6 weken Read More Starts May 31, 2027 1,995 euros €1,995 Loading availability... Loading availability... Book Now Pizzaiolo MASTER september 2027 Word een gediplomeerd pizzabakker in 6 weken Read More Starts Sep 27, 2027 1,995 euros €1,995 Loading availability... Loading availability... Book Now

The Pizza Academy is an industry-recognised training institute and has already inspired hundreds of students to discover their pizza talent. At our pizza school and pizza studio, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to create a variety of different healthy and tasty pizzas. Courses DISCOVER YOUR PIZZA TALENT! More and more consumers and (catering) professionals are discovering how tasty, easily digestible and culinary pizzas are. The hunger for (professional) knowledge is growing: how do you make the right dough yourself and bake a healthy and tasty pizza? Together with his team, Marcel Losekoot will teach you the tricks of traditional pizza baking. Whether you are a foodie or a catering professional, you can come to us. From a three-day basic course to an SVH-recognized diploma for master pizzaiolo. "It has been my great passion for years to lift pizza bakers in the Netherlands to a higher level and in this way to honor the delicious and nutritious Italian pizza." - Marcel Losekoot about his mission in the Bakkerswereld magazine. View the pizza courses we have in-house here. Together with his team, Marcel Losekoot will teach you the tricks of traditional pizza baking. Whether you are a foodie or a catering professional, you can come to us! To help you choose the pizza training that suits you, we have put our course offer in a diagram below: PIZZAIOLO BASIC PIZZAIOLO PROF PIZZAIOLO MASTER PINSA ROMANA Do you have questions or want more information? Please contact us. Have a look here for the course dates . Has your passion for making healthy pizzas been rekindled? Then go here to the registration form . "In our pizza school and our recently opened pizza studio in Bilthoven, we combine traditional traditions with modern techniques to develop a diversity of different healthy and tasty pizzas." - Marcel Losekoot about his teaching offer in the Bakkerswereld magazine.

Pizzaiolo Master (60 hours) | Pizza Academy. The aim of this course is to acquire basic knowledge as an (auxiliary) pizza baker. After completing the course, you will be able to bake pizza independently and you will have the industry-recognised SVH Pizzaiolo diploma. Experience is not necessary. Pizzaiolo MASTER Is only the basic knowledge of a (assistant) pizza baker not enough for you? Do you want to go all the way with the aim of baking pizzas independently? And also learn all the ins and outs of the pizza business? Then you choose the pizzaiolo master. You will learn all the secrets of baking a healthy, easily digestible pizza. You can also take an official exam and then complete the training with the industry-recognised Pizzaiolo SVH-diploma and a Master's diploma from the Pizza Academy. No experience is necessary. This is our most chosen training for professionals who want to become master pizza chefs! Exam option (exam is optional and not required) You have the option of taking practical and theory exams after completing this course for the Pizza Academy's Pizzaiolo PROF diploma. The theory exam consists of 30 open-ended questions and a practical exam. An online exam training is part of this option. What are you learning? Practice Theory Making a classic pizza dough kneading technique Recipes and calculation Rolling up the dough Opening the pizza base and investing it Using a pizza shovel Baking in a professional pizza oven Preparing tasty sauces and toppings Working with various flours Making biga & poolish dough (indirect method) Sourdough (semi-direct method) Pizza tasting test Prebake, preparing large group Making plate pizza Prepare focaccia How to Make Pinsa Romana (High Hydration Pizza) How to Make Pinsa Romana (High Hydration Pizza) Wheat and flour types used Recipes and processes Fermentation and maturing of dough Determination of water temperature How the equipment works pizzeria business case Trends in developments Improving flours Enzymes Measuring Instruments and Rheology Mozzarella and tomato Maillard reaction and chemical processes Practical skills assistant cook, such as preparation and cutting techniques Mise-en-place and mastic Role play on how to receive a guest HACCP in practice Your result: You know all about a highly hydrated dough, the technique that makes pizza a healthy and delicious dish. You have mastered all the basic techniques and you know how to bake easily digestible and low-carbohydrate pizzas yourself with highly hydrated dough. You will learn all the techniques in practice during 6 practical days in our pizzeria in de Bilt. You can process a lot of orders during rush hour because you know the techniques of prebaking. You know how to introduce a pizza concept in your business or start a new business. You will have access to the online Profs Masterclass in which Marcel will take you through the trends and developments of the next 5 years. What is your investment? You pay 1995 euros (VAT-free for private individuals). Your time investment: 6 practical course days from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Mondays). 3 x theory lessons online Exam option: Master Pizzaiolo (Pizza Academy diploma) 1 x exam training online 1/2 exam day (theory and practical exam) Cost: € 250 Want to know more? Click here for the course dates. The course continues with a minimum of 3 participants! Parking is FREE at our training location in De Bilt. We are also easily accessible by public transport. More information register here Do you have a question? We call you First name Phone number Continue

The aim of this course is to acquire basic knowledge as an (auxiliary) pizza baker. After completing the course, you will be able to bake pizza independently and you will have the industry-recognised SVH Pizzaiolo diploma. Experience is not necessary. Pizzaiolo PROF As a baking fan or (catering) professional, do you want to go one step further than acquiring the basic knowledge that you need as a pizza baker? Then the "Pizzaiolo PROF" is a must for you. You will not only learn how to make a classic dough, but also pizza preparation with a predough (biga and poolish) with which you can still learn how to make lighter and tastier pizzas. After completing this course you will be able to independently bake the tastiest healthy pizzas. You do not need any prior knowledge or experience. After successful completion you can take the exam for the professional diploma Pizzaiolo SVH. Exam option (exam is optional and not required) You have the option of taking practical and theory exams after completing this course for the Pizza Academy's Pizzaiolo PROF diploma. The theory exam consists of 30 open-ended questions and a practical exam. An online exam training is part of this option. What are you learning? Practice Theory Making a classic pizza dough Making an indirect dough (biga + poolish) kneading technique Recipes and calculation Rolling up the dough Opening the pizza base and investing it Using a pizza shovel Baking in a professional pizza oven Preparing tasty sauces and toppings Working with various flours The background and development of the pizza Wheat and flour types used Recipes and processes Fermentation and maturing of dough Determination of water temperature How the equipment works Preparation and cutting techniques Mise-en-place and mastic HACCP in practice Your result: You are able to independently bake the tastiest and healthiest pizzas and come up with new recipes. You have mastered all the basic techniques and know how to work with indirect dough (biga/polish) You can process a lot of orders during rush hour because you know the techniques of prebaking. You will learn all techniques in practice during 4 practical days in our pizzeria in de Bilt. You can bake pizzas independently using a pizza shovel. What is your investment? You pay 1498 euros* (VAT free for private individuals) Your time investment: 4 practical course days from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (4 x on Mondays). 3 x theory lessons online Examination option: Pizzaiolo PROF (Pizza Academy diploma) 1 x online exam training 1/2 exam day (theory and practical exam) Cost: € 250 Want to know more? Click here for the course dates. The course continues with a minimum of 3 participants! Parking is FREE at our training location in De Bilt. We are also easily accessible by public transport. More information register here Do you have a question? We call you First name Phone number Continue

The Pizzaiolo BASIC course aims to give you the basic knowledge to be an (assistant) pizza baker. After finishing this course you are able to bake pizza independently. Experience is not necessary. Pizzaiolo BASIC Do you want to gain all the basic knowledge you need as a (assistant) pizza baker or hobby baker? Then our training "pizzaiolo basic" is perfect for you! After completing this three-day training, you will be able to independently bake the tastiest healthy pizzas. You do not need any prior knowledge or experience. What are you learning? pizza techniques Theory Making a classic pizza dough kneading technique Recipes and calculation Rolling up the dough Opening the pizza base and investing it Using a pizza shovel Baking in a professional pizza oven Preparing tasty sauces and toppings The background and development of the pizza The background and development of the pizza Wheat and flour types used Recipes and processes Fermentation and maturing of dough Determination of water temperature How the equipment works Your result: You are able to independently bake the tastiest and healthiest pizzas. You know everything about a pizza dough from a basic dough to working with an indirect dough such as biga and polish. You master the techniques to quickly open and invest a pizza dough during 3 practical days in de Bilt. You can process a lot of orders during rush hour because you know the techniques of prebaking. You can bake pizzas independently using a pizza shovel. What is your investment? You pay 999 euros* (VAT-free for private individuals). Your time investment: 3 practical course days from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (3 x on Mondays) Theory online Want to know more? Click here for the course dates. The course continues with a minimum of 3 participants! Parking is FREE at our training location in De Bilt. We are also easily accessible by public transport. More information register here Do you have a question? We call you First name Phone number Continue

This course is intended for hobby bakers who want to master the basic skills of pizza baking. After this day you will be able to make a perfect pizza at home. It is a day full of tips, recipes, practising and eating delicious pizza. There is room for all your questions. Group event in de Bilt. Book a workshop Our workshops are usually taught in English by our Italian instructor. Please get in touch with us if you’d like to attend a workshop in Dutch, and we’ll look into the next available option together. Pizza baker in a day on Sunday, 2026 Learn all the secrets of pizza making in one day. Click through for available dates on Sundays. Read More Loading days... 6 hr 159 euros €159 Book Now Pizza baker in one evening on Wednesday, 2026 Learn all the secrets of pizza making in one evening from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Click for more information. Read More Loading days... 3 hr 109 euros €109 Book Now Italian Pasta Making Workshop Authentic Italian pasta-making workshop by Massimiliano Crocetti Read More Loading days... 5 hr 190 euros €190 Book Now

Welcome! Make your choice here: for training courses & workshops go directly to the Pizza Academy website. For pizza bases, pinsana, focaccia and more, go directly to the Pizza Academy Bakery website. Training & Workshops > To the Pizza Academy! Click here Pizza bases, Pinsana, Focaccia & more > To the Pinsana! Click here WELCOME WELCOME WELCOME WELCOME

For the training and coaching of pizza bakers and entrepreneurs, the Pizza Academy in De Bilt works together with a number of partners. Each of these partners has its own expertise. Get to know the Pizza Academy partners briefly here. Meet the partners To train and coach pizza bakers and entrepreneurs, Marcel and his team from the Pizza Academy work together with a number of partners who excel in their own field. With a number of them, Marcel Losekoot founded Pizza Profs in 2021. This is the pizza community in the Netherlands. Get to know the partners of the Pizza Academy below briefly SVH The aim is to increase professional competence everywhere in the hospitality industry. Pizza Profs The Dutch platform that shares knowledge and inspiration to pizza professionals in order to put culinary and profitable pizzas on the menu. SVO Is the national trainer for professionals in the food sector. Moretti-Forni Heat is an ingredient. That is the motto of the makers of these pizza ovens from Italy Moretti Lab. collaborates with the best Italian / Dutch professionals in the pizzeria, pastry and bakery sector to offer training courses that deepen and explore the world of baking. The Pizza Academy is one of the official Moretti Labs in the Netherlands.

Discover the perfect pizza with our online course with hands-on opportunities. The online Basic course aims to teach you the basics as an (assistant) pizza baker. Upon completion, you will be able to bake pizza independently. No experience is required. Online BASIC Discover the perfect pizza with our online course with hands-on opportunities. Become a real pizza baker and learn the secret Italian recipe behind the classic pizza. Combine our online module with practical workshops for targeted questions and receive €25 discount. After purchasing the online course , you have one year to redeem your practical workshop discount. Watch the video to find out more and reveal your pizza talent with Italian flair!" What are you learning? pizza techniques Theory Making a classic pizza dough Kneading technique Recipes and calculation Balling up the dough Opening the pizza base and topping it Using a pizza peel Baking in a professional pizza oven Preparing tasty sauces and toppings The background and development of the pizza The background and development of the pizza Types of wheat and flour used Recipes and processes Fermentation and ripening of dough Determination of the water temperature Equipment Your result: You know how to bake the best pizza. You know all about a classic pizza dough. You know the basic theory to make a good dough and pizza. What is your investment? You pay €129* (VAT-free for individuals). Your investment. Self-study register here Do you have a question? We call you First name Phone number Continue

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The Pizza Academy aims to make pizza in the Netherlands tastier, healthier and more accessible. Not only within the Dutch hotel and catering sector, but also in the retail channel, the product pizza can be given the same 'upgrade' as coffee, chips and hamburgers have experienced in recent years. About us Master pizza bakers with a mission At the Pizza Academy we have 1 ultimate mission: to put healthy and tasty pizzas on the menu in the Netherlands. We do this by training and coaching professionals in the hospitality industry, catering and retail. We like to take consumers who are foodies, hobby bakers or pizza fans into the magical world of authentic Italian pizza. Our founder Marcel Losekoot and his team from the Pizza Academy are completely at home in this. Making pizza is a way of life for us and we are all pizzaiolo masters or master pizza bakers. The Pizza Academy is also affiliated with the Good in Food Academy in Italy and Moretti Lab . Together with other pizza instructors, we are committed to a healthy future of the pizza industry in the world. In the Netherlands, the Pizza Academy is also the first and only SVH sector recognized pizza trainer. Training and advising Since the start of our pizza school in 2012, hundreds of students have learned the art of pizza baking. Many are now pizza professionals: they work as a professional pizza baker or run their own pizzeria. In addition, many entrepreneurs in the hospitality industry, bakery and retail have been able to train and advise on their concept, branding and recipe development. For various clients we make custom products such as dough, pizza balls and other pre-baked (prebaked) products. About Marcel Losekoot Social, entrepreneurial, pioneer and innovator. That is Marcel Losekoot in full. Until 2010, this pizza lover was director of business development and innovator in business for many years in both the profit and non-profit sector. In 2012, he took the step towards his ultimate mission: to put healthy, tasty pizza on the menu and help others to become successful in the pizza industry. He turned his passion for authentic Italian pizza into his profession. He started his Pizza Academy in Utrecht. The school has since moved to a larger location in de Bilt. In addition, Marcel has the pizza studio. There, Marcel develops new recipes and, with his team, he bakes fantastic bases for catering and catering companies. Marcel is the only pizza instructor of Dutch descent who was trained in Italy. Marcels' passion lies in the development of healthy and tasty pizza bases and innovation. In addition, he transfers his knowledge as a pizzaiolo master with great enthusiasm and con amore to professionals and interested hobby bakers, foodies and everyone who loves pizza. Timeline Pizza Academy 2012 : Marcel (Mars) Losekoot starts Pizza Academy. 2019 : The Pizza Academy is the first SVH-certified pizza training course in the Netherlands. 2015 : Marcel Losekoot wins the prize for 'The healthiest pizza in the Netherlands' for his pizza bases at the Horecava in Amsterdam. 2021 : Marcel Losekoot takes the initiative to start Pizza Profs together with a number of partners. This is an online platform with its own community for all professional pizza bakers in the Netherlands. 2016 : Marcel Losekoot receives the prize for 'The tastiest pizza in the Netherlands' for his pizza bases at the Horecava in Amsterdam. 2021/2022 : Marcel Losekoot organizes the National Championship pizza baking for pizza professionals at the Horecava 2022 in Amsterdam. 2023 : PizzaProfs organizes the National Pizza Baking Championship for pizza professionals at the Horecava 2023 in Amsterdam. Meet our team Marcel Losekoot Owner Pizza Academy and founder of Pizza Profs. More Salvatore Germana Born Italian, sublime pizzaiolo and master trainer. More Martin Steehouwer Master trainer and SVH examiner of the Pizza Academy. More They are all experts in pizza: the team members and instructors of the Pizza Academy. They are all trained as pizzaiolo masters in Italy and have their own specialism. Would you like to brainstorm with us or do you have a question? Please contact us!