These 3 hour workshops are geared to teaching the social skills and traits necessary to help young men transition into “Manly Men.” Participants will be empowered with the skills and knowledge to behave appropriately in all environments, make good choices, plan for their futures, communicate effectively, work well with others and solve conflicts in a professional and respectful manner. They will allow young men to create an image that is professional and natural, because practicing perfectly offers perfect result!  

In the Manly Men program, young men will be exposed to the attributes, style and knowhow of being Gentlemen. The way you Look, Walk and Talk is vital in your personal and professional life.  Your style, image, deportment and etiquette are the vital factors that will make a statement about who you are, because of the credibility and confidence you project to others.

Image WHAT? – Workshops for Manly Men

Why image matters
Grooming
Creating Impact with Your First Impression
Discovering Your Personal Brand and Style
Wardrobe Rules & Image Detractors
Building and Caring for Your Wardrobe

Basics of Chivalry – Being Polite IS Right

Introductions & Handshakes
Polite Greetings
Pulling Chairs for Ladies
Opening Doors
Telephone Courtesy & Conversation Skills
Etiquette in Public Spaces
Magic Words & Common Courtesies
Stepping to the Beat – Dance Courtesies

Dining Savvy

Formal & Informal Table Setting
Use & Placement of Napkins
Seating Guests
Duties of the Chivalrous Host
Navigating the Cutlery & Glassware
Styles of Eating – American vs. Continental
Eating Difficult Food
Posture at the Table
Table Talk
Passing Food or Condiments
Knowing When to Begin Eating
The Rules of Toasting
Writing a Thank-you Note
Tipping at a Restaurant

Graduation Dinner – A Five-Course Instructional Dinner to which parents and guests are invited and graduation certificates will be presented

Graduates will become ambassadors of excellent values, which they will be able to share with the world; because although Etiquette rules do change with the times, good manners will always be in style!

"What we think determines what happens to us, so if we want to change our lives, we need to stretch our minds."
- Wayne Dyer