What is Cotillion?
A time-honored tradition preparing young people with the social skills, etiquette, and confidence they need to navigate life with grace.
Our Cotillion Program
Our program teaches 6th–12th graders the skills they need to successfully communicate with others using honor, dignity, and respect.
Schools and jobs are increasingly competitive, but GPAs and resumes no longer cut it. Today's students need soft skills that set them apart—the ability to make a great first impression, navigate social situations with ease, and communicate with confidence.
Through monthly classes from September through March, students learn etiquette, social navigation, and respectful communication, culminating in an elegant end-of-season Ball.
The Curriculum
What Students Learn
Our comprehensive curriculum covers essential life skills that will serve students throughout their lives.
Social Etiquette
Proper introductions, conversation skills, eye contact, and the art of making others feel comfortable.
Dining Etiquette
Table manners, place settings, formal dining protocols, and gracious hosting.
Ballroom Dance
Foxtrot, waltz, swing, merengue, and other classic dances for social occasions.
Character Development
Respect, kindness, integrity, and the values that shape tomorrow's leaders.
Confidence Building
Public speaking comfort, poise under pressure, and self-assurance in any situation.
Professional Skills
Interview etiquette, networking, and the interpersonal skills valued in careers.
How It Works
Program Structure
Monthly Classes
Classes meet once a month from September through March, making it easy to fit into busy schedules.
Interactive Learning
Each class combines instruction with hands-on practice in a supportive, encouraging environment.
Progressive Curriculum
Skills build throughout the year, with each class introducing new concepts while reinforcing previous lessons.
Grand Spring Ball
The season concludes with an elegant formal ball where students showcase everything they've learned.
Ready to Begin?
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