CLASS SCHEDULE:

  • Dining etiquette workshops throughout the month of December. The cost is $75 dollars per student for a two hour course.

  • Eight week etiquette course beginning Feb. 4, 2009. The cost is $265 per student, plus $20 material fee.

  • Student event, Fashion Show- Dillards and Limited Too.

  • March 28 Debutante program

Classes are located at the Shawnee Country Club Friday evenings,
5:30-7:00 pm. Classes have a minimum participation requirement, however, private instruction is also available.

Gift certificates on sale now!!!

 

What participants will learn...
SG 12 Hour program
(ages 3 and up)

  • Respect for self, others, authority
  • What is Etiquette vs. Uncouth? Why is Etiquette important?
  • Introductions and Greetings.
  • Charm, Poise, Posture
  • The Power of Presence
  • Body language-Non Verbal Communication vs. Social Skills
  • The Art of Communication.
  • Personality Development
  • Telephone and Cell phone Etiquette
  • Voice and Diction.
  • Articulation, Annunciation, Projection-exercises.
  • Beauty should be heard as well as seen.
  • Public Speaking-Dinning etiquette
  • Restaurant Etiquette
  • Party Etiquette
  • Sportsmanship Etiquette
  • Tact and Diplomacy
  • Honesty, Integrity,
  • Deference
  • Condolences, Iʼm sorry
  • Bullying, Leadership
  • Diversity 

Social Graces Style
(ages 12 and up)
Session II
 

Date: TBA
Time: 5:30-7:00p.m.
Location: Shawnee Country Club
Cost: $265 plus $50 material fee 
  • Good grooming
  • Wardrobe
  • Color code
  • Make-up for all occasions
  • Hair
  • Skin
  • Pedicures
  • Manicures
  • Date Etiquette
  • Modeling
  • Photo Session

 

Etiquette WORKSHOPS for Busy Executives
11:00-12:00 p.m. Tuesday and Friday
$55 per class, lunch included
*Minimum enrollment required
 
Social Graces- The Gift of a Lifetime, Phone: 785-478-3364
 
 
Etiquette WORKSHOPS for Youth
With
Social Graces- The Gift of a Lifetime
When: Tuesday Evenings 6:00p.m.-7:00 p.m. Cost: $20
 
 Schedule pending
  
 
    SPACE IS LIMITED INQUIRE TODAY!!!
Social Graces- The Gift of a Lifetime, Phone: 785-478-3364

 

Gentleman Etiquette Course
12 hours
Boys 7 and up


Always be polite 
Even if you don't like someone, there is no need to lower yourself to their level. Be polite and courteous; show that you're the better man.
 
Do not curse 
Swearing is unacceptable. It shows that you don't have the vocabulary to express your thoughts appropriately. Furthermore, it is always very crude and impolite to be vulgar.
 
Do not speak loudly
It implies that you can't reason with people to get your point across. It also draws negative attention.
 
Do not lose your temper 
When you lose your temper, you are showing everyone that you can't control your emotions. If you can't even control yourself. Keep your cool at all times (it won't be easy but it is worth the effort) and people will take positive note of your level head.
 
Do not stare 
Your eyes should always remain from the chin up. ALWAYS!!!
 
Do not interrupt 
Interrupting others is a sign of poor etiquette and a lack of social skills.
 
Do not spit 
Spitting is very crude. Do not spit in public!
 
Respect your elders 
You should respect others as you would like them to respect you. Especially your elders, it seems that today, young men think being brash is cool. Well, it’s not. Just think of how you’d like others to treat your grandparents and act accordingly.
 
Tact and Diplomacy -Do not laugh at others' mistakes 
This is perhaps one of the most uncouth things one can do. When you mess up, the last thing you want is for someone to bring it to your attention. So Don’t ridicule others.
 
Hats Off!!! 
This rule seems to have gone by the way side. You should always remove your head wear upon entering a building. Furthermore, never keep your hat on while at the dinner table or during the National Anthem, It reflects very poor etiquette.
 
Wait to be seated 
When sitting down for a meal, you should wait until all the guests are properly seated. And remember never begin eating until everyone has been seated and dining at the same time.
 
AND SO MUCH MORE….
 
 
The Basics of Chivalry
 
Furthermore,gentlemen (in training) should follow these additional rules when in the presence of a lady.
 
Always open doors 
This is perhaps the most basic rule of male etiquette out there. It is also one of the easiest to follow so you have no reason to forget it. Whether she is about to enter your car, restaurant, Theater, or anyplace with a door, you should always hold it open. If there are many doors, then hold them open one after the other.
 
Put on her coat 
Always help a lady put on her coat. This is a simple but powerful action.
 
Help with her seat 
If an unaccompanied lady is sitting next to you, it is important that you help her be seated by pulling her chair out for her and gently pushing it back into place.
 
Give up your seat 
If a  pregnant lady, mother with small children, LADY or elderly person arrives and there are no available seats, you should stand up and offer yours.
 
Stand at attention 
Always stand when a lady enters or exits the room. This rule has been somewhat relaxed, so you can stand upon entrance but remain seated upon exit. Nonetheless, if you can do both, you should.
 
Give her your arm 
When escorting a lady (that you know) to and from social events, you should offer her your left arm. This is a little more intimate, but serves well when walking on uneven ground, near a street (gentleman take the side closest to the street) -- especially if she's wearing high heels.
 
Ask if she needs anything 
Gentleman When at social events, make sure to ask the lady if you can get anything, a drink, something to eat, a napkin, depending on the event. Show her that you care about her comfort and needs.

These are the rules of etiquette you should observe in everyday life. Be a leader by elevating yourself above the norm and display the mannerisms of a true gentleman. The world will appreciate such a rarity and your career will most definitely benefit from your good manners and savoir-fa ire.

 

 

Social Graces
School of Etiquette

~Learn the Skill of Self-Confidence~

Polite young people have an edge that will help them succeed throughout life.

When you teach them manners, you give them the self-confidence to handle any social situation. Good manners are fundamental to a good life. So, we give the tools that will enable young people to build useful and satisfying lives, and we teach them etiquette and polite manners to make their futures brighter and better for themselves and others around them.

Contact: Jolene A. Savage ~ Founder
Phone 785-478-3364 Fax 785-271-6359
Email:socialgraces@sbcglobal.net
Web: www.socialgraceks.com

Note:
1. Private and in home etiquette classes available.
2. Also gift certificates available especially around the holidays.

PRICE LIST:

12 hour etiquette program:

• $265 per person, ($10 sibling discount for each additional)
• $20 material fee
• Cost does not include end of course event

Local Private Family Coaching:

• $175 per hour, (includes five individuals)
• $20 per hour for each additional client
• Minimum of five hours scheduled
• $10 Material fee per person, (BASIC)
• $175 prep fee

On Location Private Family Coaching:

• $175 per hour, (includes five individuals)
• $25 per hour for each additional client
• Minimum of eight hours scheduled
• $12 Material fee per person, (BASIC)
• $175 per hour prep fee
• All travel expenses including travel time

Speaking Engagements: Based on hourly basis

• $175 per hour- up to 10 participants
• $220 -anticipated attendance of 11-30
• $275 -anticipated attendance of 31-50
• $300 -anticipated attendance of 51-150
• All others require individual quotes, please call to inquire
• Travel expenses if out of Topeka

• Not for profit discounts available

After School and Sunday Programs

Organization provides class material
TV/VCR/CD player
Pencil/pens
Crayons/markers
Classroom
Writing paper
Classroom props
Copies
*Program promotion throughout school and community

• Please call for details

Church Programs:

• Please contact for details

Community Programs:

• Please contact for details

Youth Programs:

• Please contact for details

Not For Profit discounts available

SPACE IS LIMITED INQUIRE TODAY!!! 

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Mrs. Jolene A. Savage, Founder
Social Graces, School of Etiquette
7421 Sw 24 Terrace
Topeka, KS 66614
Phone: 785-478-3364
socialgraces@sbcglobal.net

 

 
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