Austin Cotillion Curriculum
The Austin Cotillion curriculum is designed to teach students essential life skills through a blend of modern etiquette, social confidence, and dance. Each class builds character, respect, and poise in a fun, age-appropriate environment. Our program fosters personal growth while preparing children and teens for social and professional success.
Dance Curriculum
Partner dancing is an important skill as it teaches your student cooperation, respect, and teamwork. Dance is a social activity that requires interpersonal as well as physical grace.
Students will learn how to be a considerate and thoughtful dance partner in order to ensure a wonderful experience before, during, and after each dance.
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While there are many social dances, we focus on the most popular such as Waltz, Swing, Rumba, Merengue, Foxtrot, and many others. We also teach non-partner / line dances that your student will enjoy doing at school dances, weddings, or other social events.
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Social Skills Curriculum
In addition to social dance instruction, students gain confidence and polish in:
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First impressions, greetings & introductions
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Handshakes, escorting / being escorted
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Eye contact & presence
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Conversation & connection skills
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Friendship building
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Leadership skills & teamwork
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Table manners & dining etiquette
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Social media etiquette
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Self-confidence, dressing for success, tying a tie
Classes are designed to be fun and engaging. Time is set aside to meet new friends, build connections, and actively practice new skills—ensuring they feel natural, authentic, and lasting.
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Cotillion I – Fall Foundation
Our Fall program lays the foundation for social confidence, poise, and leadership. Students master essential etiquette, including introductions, respectful communication, posture, and foundational table manners.
Through guided practice, they gain ease in real-world interactions and connecting with others.
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Cotillion II – Spring Experience
In the Spring, students elevate their skills with a more sophisticated and global perspective. Building on core principles, the curriculum expands into: Advanced dining and social etiquette, Networking and conversational confidence, Reading social cues and nonverbal communication, Developing a magnetic personal presence, International etiquette and cultural awareness
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Flexible Enrollment
Cotillion I and Cotillion II are NOT dependent on one another and may be taken in any order. Each session offers a complete, enriching experience on its own—while together, they provide the most comprehensive opportunity for growth and refinement.
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Why Enroll in Cotillion I and II?
Fall and Spring offer distinct, thoughtfully curated experiences. Students benefit most by participating in both—first building a strong foundation, then refining and applying those skills in more complex, real-world scenarios.
Each season introduces some new content, experiences, and opportunities to connect, making every year fresh, engaging, and rewarding.
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Culminating Events / Final Ball
Each session concludes with an elegant celebration where students showcase their growth:
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Fall: Formal Final Ball with dinner, dancing, and awards
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Spring: Sophisticated Afternoon Tea featuring dancing, desserts, and prizes
Austin Cotillion is more than a class—it is a premier social experience where confidence is cultivated, friendships are formed, and life skills are mastered with elegance and intention.