Courtney Savoy leading professional readiness and etiquette training in Charlotte

Prepared. Poised. Positioned.

Professional readiness, executive presence, communication, protocol, strategic networking, dining, and perception management.

The Savoy Standard Youth Academy

A Foundation
for a Lifetime.

Confidence, gracious conduct, and social intelligence for the next generation.

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What students learn

Social Etiquette & Gracious Conduct

Introduce yourself, welcome others and handle unfamiliar settings with ease.

Communication & Confidence

Listen attentively, join a conversation and speak clearly when it’s your turn.

Dining & Special Occasion Protocol

Navigate a place setting and practice the responsibilities of a guest and host.

Character & Social Awareness

Notice what others need, include people thoughtfully and take responsibility in a group.

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How students learn

Practice makes it familiar.

Students learn in small, age-appropriate groups through demonstrations, conversation and guided exercises. The six-week Academy includes a culminating dining experience and a certificate of completion.

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Beyond the classroom

At ease in new company.

Knowing how to begin a conversation, include someone new or take your place at a formal table gives a young person more room to enjoy the occasion and the people around them.

Spring 2027 enrollment

Six weekly sessions in the Charlotte area, with a maximum of 12 students per cohort. Applications close March 23, 2027 at midnight Eastern, or earlier if a cohort fills.

Ages 5–7

Foundations of Grace

Tuesdays, 5–5:45 p.m.
April 13–May 18, 2027

$395

Apply for ages 5–7

Ages 12–14

Social Confidence & Presence

Wednesdays, 6–7:15 p.m.
April 14–May 19, 2027

$595

Apply for ages 12–14

Ages 15–18

Presence for What Comes Next

Wednesdays, 7:30–8:45 p.m.
April 14–May 19, 2027

$695

Apply for ages 15–18
How application and tuition work

Submit one application per student. Applying is free. After acceptance and confirmation of venue details, full tuition confirms your student’s place. Families may request the waitlist if a cohort fills.

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The American Academy of Etiquette and Decorum

Professional Readiness. Executive Presence. Lasting Impact.

We prepare people to command the rooms that shape their future. The American Academy of Etiquette & Decorum develops the presence, social intelligence, and discernment to earn trust, inspire confidence, and cultivate influence. Through tailored instruction in communication, protocol, strategic networking, and perception management, we help professionals, emerging leaders, students, and athletes ensure their excellence is recognized, remembered, and sought after.

The American Academy of Etiquette and Decorum
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Our Mission

To expand access to opportunity by teaching the social intelligence, professional behaviors, and protocol that build trust, strengthen leadership, and help people move through consequential rooms with confidence and authenticity.

The American Academy of Etiquette and Decorum

What We Develop

Executive presence. Professional communication. Workplace civility. Strategic networking. Dining and institutional protocol. Cultural intelligence. Personal brand and perception management. Every engagement is calibrated to the room, the audience, and the result.

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The American Academy of Etiquette and Decorum

Who We Serve

Corporations. Government agencies. Colleges and universities. Athletic organizations. Schools and youth serving institutions. Emerging leaders and private clients.

Testimonials

L.P.

My three children attended a class recently. My oldest son (13) was extremely hesitant, but he absolutely loved it! They have been using the tools that they learned. They have asked to go back for another session. I am very impressed by what was accomplished in one evening.

Allison

My children loved their experience! They continue to demonstrate the dining etiquette skills that were learned during their session.

Paige

Courtney hosted a tea party for my daughter’s birthday that was amazing! My daughter and her guests had so much fun learning and being fancy. Several of the guests’ parents have utilized Courtney’s services since then because they were highly impressed as well.

Debra

My daughter has taken a few classes and loved it. We are always impressed with the professionalism shown and my daughter has been shining her light since she has taken the etiquette classes. It’s been a wonderful resource for my daughter and she has enjoyed learning and teaching the rest of her family what she has learned. If you get the opportunity to take a class, do it. You won’t be disappointed.

Kenneth

My daughter attended Courtney’s class and gained so much insight on proper etiquette and manners. Courtney did a great job of keeping it simple, but reinforcing the “why” behind executing the right behaviors. I would highly recommend this session.

Kristy

My 7 year old daughter took this class last October and is still correcting people’s dinner etiquette. And she speaks highly of her time in the class. She would love to go again.

Kimberly

My teenage daughter is very hard to impress, but immediately after she left the class, she said she LOVES Courtney.