One-Day British Social Etiquette Course| EMMA DUPONT ETIQUETTE SCHOOL
Timeless grace, modern confidence—mastered in our one-day social etiquette course
One-Day British Social Etiquette Course in London
The Lady’s One Day British Social Etiquette Course is a refined introduction to British social customs, offered by the Emma Dupont Etiquette School in London. Designed for women seeking greater confidence and cultural understanding, the course provides a clear and considered foundation for navigating British social life with ease and assurance.
This immersive one day experience offers guidance on formal and informal social settings, including dining etiquette, dress codes, and the expectations that underpin British social occasions. Particular emphasis is placed on understanding context, so that etiquette feels natural rather than performed.
Participants are supported in developing confident introductions, engaging in composed conversation, and forming authentic connections, while gaining insight into British customs, behavioural nuances, and social boundaries. Throughout the course, attention is given to presence as well as practice, allowing confidence to develop quietly and organically.
Led by Emma Dupont, the course extends beyond social technique alone. Ladies are introduced to the principles of the power bubble™ and the etiquette framework™, supporting thoughtful, value aligned decision making and the graceful management of complex social dynamics.
By the conclusion of the day, participants leave with a clearer understanding of British social expectations, increased ease in social settings, and a more assured personal presence, enabling them to approach future occasions with calm confidence and refined self possession.
This course is offered to ladies aged 18 and over.
Where is the course held?
This etiquette course in London is hosted at the prestigious In and Out Naval and Military Club, located in the heart of St James’s Square.
Surrounded by some of London’s most historic addresses and private clubs, this refined setting provides a fitting backdrop for a programme centred on elegance, discretion, and personal growth. The club is conveniently located just a short walk from Piccadilly Underground Station, with access to the Piccadilly and Bakerloo lines.
What happens after you complete the British Social Etiquette Course?
Ladies attending our in-person etiquette lessons in London will receive a certificate of completion and complimentary lifetime access to the equivalent online etiquette course. This continued access includes 6 hours of pre-recorded video lessons, notes, and access to The Finishing Circle online community, and participation in our monthly online group Q&A sessions.
COURSE SCHEDULE
The course begins at 10.30 AM. There will be a fifteen-minute break in both the morning and afternoon, with refreshments available throughout the day.
At 1:00 PM, Emma will escort you to the formal restaurant within the course venue, where you will enjoy a one-course luncheon designed to refine your dining etiquette skills. This exclusive experience, including soft beverages, is fully included in the course fee.
The day concludes circa. 5:00 PM.
POISED INTRODUCTIONS
This module establishes a confident foundation in British social engagement, focusing on the art of first impressions and early interaction. You will learn how to introduce yourself with clarity and ease, navigate handshakes and alternative greetings with discernment, and understand the subtleties of social kissing across different contexts.
Particular attention is given to remembering names, engaging in graceful small talk, and developing a calm, assured presence through the concept of the power bubble™, allowing you to enter social settings feeling composed, self-possessed, and quietly confident.
Outcome: To move through initial social encounters with natural ease, clarity, and personal authority.
SOCIAL GRACES
This module focuses on navigating social events with confidence, foresight, and clarity. You will learn how to prepare effectively in advance, craft a compelling social introduction, and speak with assurance in a variety of settings.
Guidance is given on gracefully including others in conversation. You will also develop the skill of moving confidently through a room, excusing yourself politely yet decisively, and following up in a way that feels natural, respectful, and effective.
Outcome: To attend social occasions with confidence and purpose, without strain, self-consciousness, or social discomfort.
ELEGANT DINING
This module provides a comprehensive immersion in British dining etiquette, combining clear instruction with practical application. You will gain an understanding of the different types of service used in the United Kingdom, along with guidance on chinaware, glassware, flatware, linens, and table presentation.
Particular focus is given to the British place setting, seating plans, and the correct handling of cutlery and glasses. Attention is also paid to napkin etiquette, approaching challenging foods with confidence, managing minor mistakes with composure, and understanding the conventions surrounding bills and tipping.
These principles are then practised during a hosted one-course luncheon within the formal dining room at the course venue, where you will apply your learning in a formal setting, allowing etiquette to move from theory into lived experience with calm assurance and ease.
Outcome: To dine with confidence and refinement, able to navigate formal meals with quiet assurance and natural grace.
EXQUISITE ENTERTAINING
This module brings together the principles of elegant hosting, focusing on the planning, execution, and conclusion of refined social events. You will explore the different types of invitations, thoughtful guest list composition, and menu planning with appropriate wine pairing.
Guidance is given on table settings, seating plans, and the respective responsibilities of hosts and guests, alongside the graceful handling of both arrivals and departures, including how to bring an event to a close with warmth and discretion.
Corporate and social hostess gifts are also addressed, ensuring every element of entertaining is approached with confidence and consideration.
Outcome: To host and attend social occasions with assurance, generosity, and quiet elegance.
BRITISH DRESS CODES
This module offers clarity and confidence in navigating British dress codes, focusing on the messages conveyed through attire and appearance. You will explore how clothing and body language communicate silently, and how to dress with intention across a range of social and professional settings.
Clear guidance is given on casual and smart casual occasions, contemporary “come as you are” expectations, and the distinctions between business lounge suits and cocktail attire. The module concludes with a confident understanding of formal evening dress, including black tie and white tie, enabling you to approach any invitation with assurance rather than uncertainty.
Outcome: To dress appropriately and confidently for every occasion, understanding not only what to wear, but why it matters.
GRACEFUL DEPORTMENT
This module explores the relationship between deportment, body language, and quiet authority. You will develop an understanding of why posture and movement matter so profoundly, and how they influence both perception and self-confidence. Instruction focuses on standing and sitting with poise in social and professional settings, navigating lifts with discretion, and moving with ease when ascending and descending stairs.
Guidance is also given on entering and exiting a vehicle gracefully, ensuring your physical presence reflects composure, dignity, and refinement in every setting.
Outcome: To carry yourself with elegance and assurance, allowing posture and movement to support, rather than undermine, your confidence.
MODERN AND TRADITIONAL COMMUNICATION
This module explores the art of considered communication across both written and digital correspondence. You will examine the elements of a well-curated stationery collection, alongside guidance on writing formal and informal invitations with clarity and propriety.
Particular attention is given to the importance of timely and correct responses, including the role of the RSVP and the conventions surrounding wedding invitations. The module also addresses personal and business letter writing, as well as modern expectations of social media and mobile phone manners, ensuring your communication remains polished, respectful, and appropriate in every context.
Outcome: To communicate with confidence and discernment, whether in writing or online, while honouring both tradition and contemporary etiquette.
Emma helped me create a more refined and polished version of 'me'—a truly life-changing experience full of knowledge for both my business and personal life.
For me, Emma is both an etiquette coach and a life coach. I highly recommend it.
Lottie, October 2019
Private Social Etiquette Course in London
Arranged for a mutually agreeable time
FOR WHOM IS THE LADY’S BRITISH SOCIAL ETIQUETTE COURSE IN LONDON?
Ladies from eighteen years old who would like to feel more confident, poised, and refined in social situations by gaining knowledge of British etiquette.
British ladies who want to gain confidence by developing their interpersonal skills to make the most of opportunities that come their way.
International ladies wishing to communicate and build relationships with British people.
CAN I ASK QUESTIONS THROUGHOUT THE COURSE?
Absolutely! Emma encourages active interaction throughout the day.
HOW IS THIS COURSE DIFFERENT TO OTHER ETIQUETTE PROGRAMMES?
On completing the Lady's British Etiquette and Empowerment Course with Emma, you will be granted access to our comprehensive online training platform and the benefits our online community of ladies enjoy.
This additional benefit is included in your course price and is unique to The Emma Dupont Etiquette School.
YOU WILL RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS IN ADDITION TO YOUR COURSE WITH EMMA:
Even after you have completed your etiquette course, your journey doesn’t end there. As part of Emma's ongoing commitment to your growth and confidence, you will continue to receive support—at no additional cost.
You’ll gain access to our Finishing Circle community, where all course materials remain available for future reference, along with the many benefits enjoyed by our alumnae community.
Each month, you're warmly invited to submit your questions ahead of our live Online Monthly Group Q&A Sessions. Emma will answer those received, along with others shared via the live chat or within the community space. These sessions remain available to you as a complimentary part of your continued learning.
HOW DO I JOIN THE MONTHLY ONLINE GROUP Q&A SESSION? WHAT HAPPENS IF I CAN’T MAKE IT?
The Monthly Online Group Q&A Sessions are delivered via Zoom. Students must download Zoom to their computer or smartphone to join the call, but they don't need a Zoom account.
The schedule will be released to students one month in advance. All calls will be recorded and uploaded to the training website within 24 hours so you can watch the replay at your leisure.
IS THIS A TRAIN THE TRAINER COURSE?
Please note, this is not a Train-the-Trainer certification programme. The course materials are protected by copyright and are intended solely for personal use. Any reproduction, adaptation, or use of the content for professional purposes—whether now or in the future—is strictly prohibited and will be treated as intellectual property theft. For this reason, the course is not open to those currently working in, or intending to enter, the etiquette industry.
WHAT IS YOUR REFUND POLICY?
Full payment is required to secure your place at any in-person course or event. Due to the limited number of places on our in-person Etiquette courses in London, no refunds or transfers can be offered. Please ensure you are confident you can attend the course before registering.
HOW MUCH EXPERIENCE DOES EMMA HAVE?
Emma has been trained and certified as an Etiquette Coach to the highest standard in the UK.
She has worked in the etiquette and protocol sector for over ten years and has coached over 500 clients from 48 countries through her in-person courses in London and online programmes.
I'M NOT INTERESTED IN LEARNING ABOUT BRITISH ETIQUETTE; DOES THIS MATTER?
Yes, it does. Emma is a British Etiquette Coach, and the tuition is focused on English manners and customs along with British etiquette.
However, the programme doesn't focus solely on etiquette skills; it also teaches women how to be elegant, confident, and poised with good manners, a universal skill.
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER I COMPLETE THE COURSE?
At the end of your course, you will be granted access to our comprehensive online training platform and all the benefits that our online community enjoy.
Emma will invite you to email your questions to her before each Monthly Online Group Q&A session, and she will answer these questions and any others posted in the live chatbox or the online community.
Access to the Monthly Online Q&A Sessions continue at no extra cost.
We look forward to welcoming you to our Social Etiquette Course in London.
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