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Class Schedule

Private Individual, Group and Corporate Classes
We would be delighted to provide private/semi - private classes for you or your group. We also offer personal coaching sessions and group workshops for your team, school group, family or church. Please contact us for a 15-minute free consultation.

Fall Registration Open Now

​Manners Matter perfect for ages 7 to 10

Big manners for little people! Join us for a fun, hands-on etiquette class where kids learn the social skills that make them shine  -  from table manners to making great first impressions. They'll laugh, learn, and leave more confident than ever!
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Note: A minimum number of participants is required to hold this class. If the minimum enrollment is not met, the session may be cancelled or rescheduled. In that case, all registered participants will be notified in advance and offered a full refund or the option to enroll in a future session.
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Date/Time: Sat., Sep 26, 2026| 10:30 am - 11:30 am ​
Location: TractionSpace Tacoma (in-person)
Suggested Audience: Elementary school students (younger or older students may be admitted if space permits)
Enrollment fee: $89
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Essentials for Dining designed for ages 11 to 14

Stand out. Speak up. Show up with confidence. Our youth etiquette class gives tweens and teens the real-world social skills they need to navigate school, family events, and beyond — from dining etiquette to graceful communication. Fun, relevant, and genuinely useful.

Note: A minimum number of participants is required to hold this class. If the minimum enrollment is not met, the session may be cancelled or rescheduled. In that case, all registered participants will be notified in advance and offered a full refund or the option to enroll in a future session.
Date/Time: Sat., Sep. 26, 2026 | 11:45 am - 1 pm
Location: TractionSpace Tacoma (in-person)
Suggested Audience: Middle school students (younger or older students may be admitted if space permits)
​Enrollment fee: $89
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The Art of Connection: Dining Etiquette & Practical Communication Skills

You'll learn essential dining etiquette and handy communication skills that make socializing a breeze. This class is designed for anyone who wants to feel more confident, polished, and prepared in professional and social settings.

​Whether you're navigating a business lunch, attending a networking event, or simply want to sharpen the interpersonal skills that open doors, this class was designed with you in mind. In a relaxed and welcoming environment, you'll learn the ins and outs of dining etiquette, how to communicate with clarity and confidence, and how to make meaningful connections that leave a lasting impression.

This is a wonderful opportunity to invest in yourself and the skills you'll gain are ones you'll carry with you for life.

Note: A minimum number of participants is required to hold this class. If the minimum enrollment is not met, the session may be cancelled or rescheduled. In that case, all registered participants will be notified in advance and offered a full refund or the option to enroll in a future session.
Date/Time: Sat., Oct. 10, 2026 | 11:30 am - 1 pm
Location: TractionSpace Tacoma (in-person)
​Enrollment fee: $135
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New! Holiday Table: A Family Etiquette Experience 

Because the holidays are full of moments that matter. 
The holiday season brings more social moments than any other time of year — family gatherings, formal dinners, gift exchanges, and introductions to people you see once a year. It's the season where presence matters most, and where a little preparation goes a long way. Holiday Table is a 90-minute in-person etiquette experience designed for families — parents and children, learning and practicing together. This isn't a class where kids sit and listen while adults watch. Everyone participates. Everyone practices. And everyone leaves ready for the season.
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What ages are appropriate?
This class is designed for mixed-age families. Children ages 6 and up do well alongside parents. Younger siblings are welcome if a parent is attending — the environment is warm and hands-on, not lecture-style.

​What should we wear?
We suggest holiday smart-casual — part of the experience is showing up as you would for a real holiday gathering.

Can I register just one adult and one child?
Yes. The registration covers up to four family members. Smaller families are very welcome.

Will food be served?
Holiday Table is a practice session, not a dining experience. Families will work with a fully set formal table — place settings, glassware, and all — but no meal is served. We recommend eating beforehand so everyone arrives ready to focus.
Date/Time: Sat., Nov. 7, 2026 | 11 am - 12:30 pm
Location: TractionSpace Tacoma (in-person)
​Enrollment fee: $135 (up to four members)

    Get added to the interest list for Holiday Table

    Holiday Table fills quickly. Add your name to the interest list and you'll be the first to know when registration opens — two weeks before the November 7th class. No payment required at this stage. We'll reach out with your link when the window opens.
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New! Suit Up: Building the Gentleman ​for boys ages 7 to 11

​What does it actually mean to be a gentleman today? 
​In this hands-on, confidence-building class, boys ages 7 to 11 will discover that being a gentleman has nothing to do with fancy clothing or formal rules. It is about two things: being strong and being kind.

Through activities, partner practice, and real-world scenarios, your son will learn how to walk into any room with confidence, greet people like he means it, listen well, and treat everyone around him with respect. He will leave with a personal Gentleman's Suit Worksheet and a Commitment he wrote himself.

This class is Part 1 of the Suit Up series and works beautifully as a standalone session. Part 2, Wearing It Well, covers table manners, public behavior, being a good guest, and navigating tricky social moments.
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Date/Time: TBD
Location: TractionSpace Tacoma (in-person)
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​Enrollment fee: $99

    Interest list for future Suit Up ​for boys ages 7 to 11 (part 1)

    The current class is closed. Get added to the waitlist for next Suit Up for boys.
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Cancellation Policy

Full refunds 5 days before the start of class.
Cancellations received less than 5 days before the class are not refundable. 
There is no refund or class credit once you have taken the class.
We cannot transfer registrations to another date. If you cancel, you will need to re-register for a new date.
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CALL OR TEXT: 360-450-4576​
EMAIL: [email protected]

Previous Classes

  • Professional Sports Team - Private Class
  • Young Men's League, Bellevue
  • Girl Scouts, Friends and Neighbors
  • NAACP, Social Dining (high school seniors)- Private Class
  • Casual Dining Tips (adults) - Private Class
  • Poised and Polite (ages 7 -10)​
  • Essentials for Dining (beginners)​
  • Dining Skills (adults) - Private Class
Connect with me:
Lucretia Robertson provides etiquette training and workshops in the Tacoma, Washington area. 
CONTACT LUCRETIA  today to find out how she can help you or your organization establish superior standards of conduct.

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