The Art of Becoming
For ages 13-17 years old
Adolescence is a time of rapid change – socially, emotionally and physically. Young adults begin to step into a wider world – formal dinners, part-time jobs, university interviews and social events. We focus on the skills that truly matter: graceful dining across cultures, confident greetings and introduction, digital and telephone manners, and the quiet art of respect – for oneself and for others. This is an investment in their self-esteem, social intelligence and their future.
The Art of Becoming Course Overview
Every workshop is designed to be interactive and built on guided practice.
First impressions
Eye contact
The proper handshake
The power of a genuine smile
Various forms of greeting – nodding, faire la bise, baisemain, hat etiquette
Proper introduction
Self-introduction
Telephone and digital etiquette
Communication skills and polite conversation
Communication taboos
School, university and job interviews
Personal image
Personal colour palette
Dress code
Table manners and dining (English, French, Chinese, Japanese)
Table place settings (English, French, Chinese, Japanese)
Napkin basics
Posture, poise and deportment
Etiquette of public spaces including restaurants and theatres
Etiquette of an elegant host, hostess and guest
Etiquette of gift giving, personal stationary
Public speaking and voice training techniques