Elegance Academy
Etiquette & Good Manners for Modern Life
Confidence • Grace • Practical Elegance
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Why Etiquette Matters in Modern Life
Etiquette isn't old-fashioned—it's a modern superpower that transforms how you navigate the world. In today's fast-paced society, good manners create meaningful connections, build inner confidence, and demonstrate respect for others. These timeless skills add quiet elegance to everyday interactions, whether you're at a business dinner, family gathering, or casual social event.
When you understand proper etiquette, you move through life with grace and assurance. These aren't rigid rules to memorize—they're practical tools that help you feel comfortable in any situation while making others feel valued and respected.
Confidence
Move through any social situation with calm assurance, knowing exactly how to behave appropriately and gracefully.
Elegance
Polished details and refined manners that naturally elevate your presence and leave lasting positive impressions.
Respect
Thoughtful actions and considerate behavior that make everyone around you feel genuinely valued and appreciated.
About Elegance Academy
Our Mission
We make etiquette modern, joyful, and natural—so skills become habits, and elegance becomes effortless.
At Elegance Academy, we teach practical etiquette through interactive lessons, real-life examples, and warm guidance. Children, teens, and adults learn how to communicate with confidence, behave beautifully at the table, and bring grace to everyday moments. Our approach transforms traditional manners into accessible life skills that enhance relationships and boost self-assurance.
Workshops & Programs
Choose the experience that fits your family or occasion perfectly.
Parent-Child Etiquette Workshop -
December 7th at 5:30 pm
Playful, hands-on dining etiquette with a shared meal featuring pasta from a kosher restaurant, fresh bread rolls with butter, and crisp salad. Children learn real table manners through engaging games and practice, while parents discover simple ways to reinforce these skills at home.
This interactive workshop creates bonding moments while building essential life skills that will serve your family for years to come.
Art of Sushi Dining in Japanese Etiquette
January 20th at 7:30pm
Discover the refined world of Japanese dining culture through respectful table behavior, proper chopstick skills, and step-by-step sushi etiquette. This graceful, educational tasting experience introduces you to centuries-old traditions while building cross-cultural confidence.
Learn the subtle art of Japanese dining customs in an an atmosphere of respect and appreciation for this beautiful culture.
Five Faces of Feminine Grace
Date to be announce
Delve into the essence of authentic feminine expression as we explore five distinct archetypes that embody grace, elegance, and confidence. Through insightful discussion and practical exercises, you will learn to identify these roles within yourself and understand their power in shaping your interactions.
This transformative workshop empowers you to master the balance of these archetypes, allowing you to cultivate deeper, more meaningful relationships.
Western Dining Etiquette for Adults
December 9th at 7:30pm
An elegant evening designed for two—featuring multiple courses, proper cutlery usage, engaging conversation skills, and building dining confidence together. Learn the natural flow of Western fine dining in a refined yet relaxed format that feels like a special date night.
Perfect for couples preparing for special occasions, business dinners, or simply wanting to enhance their dining experiences together.
Etiquette for Private Families at Home
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Personalized lessons delivered in the comfort of your own home, designed specifically for parents and children. We tailor topics including dining etiquette, proper greetings, effective communication, and everyday grace to match your family's unique needs and lifestyle.
This customized approach ensures your family learns in a familiar environment where new habits can immediately take root.
The Art of Understanding Men: Six Masculine Archetypes
January 11th 6:00pm
To understand your partner more deeply, you must recognize his individuality and discover what resonates with him personally — his ways of connecting, his emotional needs, the kind of woman he responds to, and the qualities he values most in her. When you understand his archetype — his energetic blueprint — everything changes. You stop taking his silence personally. You stop trying to ‘fix’ him. You start to see his behavior through the lens of who he truly is. That’s when you shift from irritation to influence.
Meet Your Teacher
Irina Khaimova
Etiquette & Elegance Teacher • Founder of Elegance Academy
Irina helps children, teens, and adults build confidence and refinement through practical, modern etiquette. Her warm, structured approach turns good manners into daily habits that enhance interactions at the table, at school, at work, and with friends.
With years of experience in teaching social graces, Irina believes that true elegance comes from making others feel comfortable and valued. Her classes blend traditional etiquette wisdom with contemporary applications, ensuring students develop skills that serve them in today's world.
Why Choose Elegance Academy
Practical Learning
Real skills you'll use immediately in everyday situations. Our hands-on approach ensures you leave each session with confidence and practical knowledge you can apply right away.
Games & Interaction
Especially engaging methods for children that make learning fun and memorable. Interactive activities ensure skills stick while creating positive associations with good manners.
Modern Examples
Clear, relevant scenarios that reflect today's social situations. We bridge traditional etiquette with contemporary life, making lessons immediately applicable and meaningful.
Elegant & Joyful
A positive, welcoming atmosphere where learning feels natural and enjoyable. We create an environment of warmth and encouragement that builds genuine confidence.
What Families Are Saying
"Clear, practical, and fun—my child started using the new table manners the same evening. The workshop was engaging for both of us, and I appreciated learning simple reinforcement techniques I could use at home."
— Stella, Fresh Meodows
"Professional, warm, and inspiring. We left the couples workshop feeling more confident about dining in formal settings and more connected as a couple. The evening felt like a wonderful date night with valuable learning."
— Monica, Queens
"Finally, etiquette that feels modern and natural. Irina has a gift for making traditional manners feel relevant and accessible. Our whole family has embraced these new habits with enthusiasm."
-Lana, Long Island
Ready to Bring Elegance and Confidence Into Your Life?
Transform everyday interactions into moments of grace and connection. Join our community of families who've discovered the joy and confidence that comes with modern etiquette skills.
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