MASTER THE SMOKE: LEARN BBQ LIKE A CHAMP
Have you ever wondered what turns an ordinary chicken, pork shoulder, brisket, or rack of ribs into something legendary? What if you could learn those secrets first‑hand, under the watchful eye of a championship pitmaster who’s done it time and again? In this class, Jerry Stephenson of Redneck Scientific opens up the full BBQ lab: choosing the right cuts, mastering smoke & fire, seasoning & sauces, and the timing it takes to nail that perfect bark, juiciness, and smoke ring. You’ll leave not just with deliciously cooked meat, but with the “why” behind every choice—how wood type, temperature, rubs, rest, and presentation all make the difference. Whether you’re cooking for family, friends, or your next big event, imagine the pride when people ask “How’d you do that?”.
JERRY'S ACCOLADES
KANSAS CITY BBQ SOCIETY
Competed in dozens of Kansas City Barbecue Society (KCBS) contests since 2011, with multiple Grand Championships and Reserve Grand Championships
LEGENDARY RUN - MABBQA
"In case you’ve been under a rock for the last two years, perhaps you haven’t noticed the incredible run that team Redneck Scientific is on. From Clayton, North Carolina and led by Pitmaster Jerry Stephenson, the pride of Johnston County has 10…yes, 10 grand championship in 2016 alone!"
- Brian Walrath, MABA Board Member and Pitmaster for Brown Liquor BBQ
JoCo's 'Cue Competition Master
"Known for his mastery of “whole hog” cooking, his custom smokers, and his own rubs and sauces developed through years of competition and refinement."
- Ashby Brame
American Royal Invitational
In 2017, Redneck Scientific was a top finisher in the American Royal Invitational, earning a Reserve Grand Championship in the Open contest, and Perfect 180 in the ribs category.
Unlock the art and science behind true pit‑master smoke. Join Jerry Stephenson as he guides you through each step of championship‑level BBQ—from picking the perfect chicken, pork, brisket, or ribs, to dialing in fire & smoke, choosing woods, mastering rubs & sauces, and resting your meat just right. Whether you’re totally new to BBQ or chasing competition‑quality results, you’ll learn more than just recipes—you’ll discover the why behind every decision. Hands‑on experience, insider tips, and mouth‑watering results await. Let this class turn your next cookout into something people won’t stop talking about.
INDIVIDUAL CLASSES
If you’re looking to get your hands dirty, learn one‑on‑one with a championship pitmaster, this is the class for you. In Jerry’s individual classes you’ll:
- Choose your meat: chicken, pork (pulled, shoulder, or whole hog style), ribs, brisket—or try more than one
- Learn fundamentals: seasoning & rubs, proper trimming, smoke control, wood selection, temperature management
- Slow cook with Jerry guiding every step: when to wrap or leave open, resting, slicing or shredding properly
- Ask all your questions: from sauces and finishing touches to plating
This is perfect for beginners who want a strong foundation, home cooks looking to level up, or BBQ fanatics wanting to master a specific cut. Walk away with the confidence and know‑how to produce championship flavors on your own smoker or grill.
GROUP CLASSES
Gather your friends, family, or BBQ crew and learn together in a fun, interactive, hands‑on class. These classes are ideal when you want to share the experience, laugh a little, compete amongst yourselves, and eat really well at the end. In a group class:
- You decide the menu from chicken, ribs, pork, brisket (or a mix)
- Learn group prep workflow: seasoning, trimming, and dividing tasks so the cooking timeline flows smoothly
- Jerry demonstrates key techniques and helps everyone get hands‑on with both preparation and cooking phases
- Tasting & finishing: learn to rest meat, make sauces or finishing glazes, carve & present beautifully
Great for birthday parties, friends’ gatherings, clubs, or cooking teams. It’s social, fun, and delicious—plus you’ll walk out knowing not just how, but why things are done a certain way in competition‑grade BBQ.
CORPORATE CLASSES
Want to do something unique for your office team, company retreat, or client event? A corporate BBQ class with Jerry offers more than just food—it builds teamwork, boosts morale, and delivers an unforgettable hands‑on experience. In these classes we can scale up the teaching but keep the quality and interaction:
- Tailored menu options (multiple meats): chicken, pork, brisket, ribs) so many people are cooking & eating
- Structured stations so participants can rotate through key skill areas (prep, smoke control, finishing, plating)
- Jerry’s deep insights: managing large‑quantity cooking, consistency, timing across multiple smokers or grills
- Lunch or dinner portion: everyone eats the results—tender, flavourful meat, sides, sauces
Perfect for team building, appreciation events, corporate rewards, or retreats. Impress your team with something hands‑on, tasty, and something they’ll talk about long after the smoke clears..
COOKING CLASSES