Join Us for a Transformative Cotilion Weekend Experience!

Are you ready students to elevate your social skills and make lasting memories? Parents, do you have a sixth grader that just missed our Fall 2025 cotillion season? Join us for a fun and engaging cotillion weekend designed just for current 5th and 6th graders on March 14th & 15th, 2026! Our immersive spring cotillion in a weekend program focuses on essential social skills and etiquette that will empower any student to shine in any situation, and is perfect for those with fall sports schedules or other busy schedules!

Registration is open for our Spring combined 5th & 6th grade Cotillion Weekend Event. Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot! We have spaces for girls and a few boys at this time.

What will students learn?

4-course Guided Etiquette Dinner:
Learn the art of proper table manners while enjoying a delicious meal! Our guided etiquette dinner will make you feel confident and poised at any dining event. We will cover proper silverware placement, American and Continental styles of dining, napkin etiquette, how to cut food properly, and how to move from course to course with ease and so much more!

Effective Communication Skills:
Discover how to express yourself with clarity and confidence, making connections with ease. We will cover all the components of introductions to impress, proper handshakes and the importance of eye contact and giving your full attention to others to make a great first impression.

Confidence-Building Techniques:
Engage in activities that enhance your self-esteem, preparing you to navigate social situations like a pro! We have fun activities to learn and practice great party manners, cover the details about invitations, the importance of a timely rsvp, and being a great party guest. Students will learn to write elegant thank you notes and properly address envelopes like a pro as we learn about the importance of showing gratitude towards others. Other etiquette topics such as common courtesies are all part of the learning too.

Ballroom and Line Dance Sessions:
Dance your heart out while practicing grace and poise! Our fun dance classes will help you connect with others on the dance floor. We will use our stretch breaks during our Saturday afternoon session as an opportunity to practice communication skills and learn some new dance steps together and then continue the fun with more lessons at our instructional dance event on Sunday afternoon. Students will start the learning with line dances to break the ice and then progress to learning some fun ballroom dances such as the Foxtrot and Cha Cha Cha and the classic Waltz!

Who Can Join?

This Beginner Cotillion Weekend experience is for current 5th and 6th graders (Spring 2026) who are new to the cotillion experience. 

Why Attend?

Equip yourself with the skills to navigate social situations with charm and confidence. Whether it’s a formal dinner or a fun dance party, you’ll be ready to shine! All students benefit with a fun and educational experience to learn and put these important skills into practice.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity! Sign up now and learn new social skills and build confidence for future events by attending this weekend experience!

Cotillion Weekend Experience (for 5th-6th graders) March 14th & March 15th

Join us for a transformative weekend designed for teens to enhance their social skills and etiquette in a fun and engaging environment! This immersive experience will cover essential topics such as proper dining etiquette, effective communication, and confidence-building techniques. Participants will enjoy interactive dining tutorials where they will learn the art of table manners while savoring a delicious meal. 

Additionally, our ballroom dance and line dance session will provide an opportunity to practice grace and poise on the dance floor, fostering social connections and lasting memories. 

This Cotillion weekend experience is for students currently in the 5th grade or 6th grade (Spring 2026) that are new to a cotillion experience. 

Cotillion Weekend Schedule:

• Saturday, March 14th 1:00pm to 5:00pm (Dressy Casual) Etiquette lessons, Bentonville Community Center, Hickory Room.
• Saturday, March 14th, break from 5:00pm to 6:00pm to transition to restaurant. Parents will pick-up students at 5:00pm at the Community Center and bring students to our restaurant for our dinner. Students will check-in at our local restaurant at 6:00pm.
• Saturday, March 14th: 6:00pm to 8:00pm (Dressy Casual) 4-course guided etiquette dinner at Tavola Trattoria, 108 SE A Street, Bentonville 72712.
• Sunday, March 15th: 2:00pm to 4:00pm (Casual attire) Ballroom dance, Line Dance, and Communication skills at Bentonville Community Center, Hickory Room. Parents will drop-off students and then parents can come in to observe at 3:40pm to the end of our event, so that we can share all about our cotillion weekend with you.

Sixth Grade Registration and Tuition

• Tuition: $230 per student ($240 with included PayPal fees)
• Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of $115 ($120 with PayPal fees) along with an application is due at the time of student registration. The deposit counts towards the total tuition.
• Remaining Tuition Due: The remaining tuition balance is due by February 15th, 2026 for SPRING 2026. The director will send a PayPal invoice in January to participants for the remaining tuition balance due.
  
• Late Registrations: Registrations on February 15th or later are considered late registrations and require a $25 late fee with the application. All late registrations require the full tuition payment and application at that time. Those with unpaid tuition will be sent an updated invoice the day after tuition is due with updated fees added.

Invitations will be sent via email to registered participants. As spaces are available, invitations will continue until we are full. In the event of uneven participant ratios, a waitlist may be created. Thank you for your understanding!

How to Register:
Register by clicking the Register button below or email BRJCmanners@gmail.com for more information. Early registration is highly encouraged as spots fill up quickly!

Applications are first applied, first accepted, as spots remain. 

Refund Policy:

Payments are non-refundable are non-transferable to future events. We plan our venues, staffing, and dining well in advance, so check your calendars carefully. Thank you.

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The non-refundable deposit (1/2 the full amount) is due at time of sign-up. Remaining tuition will be due by February 15th 2026, and the director will send a PayPal invoice by email prior to February 15th. No tuition refunds or transfers to another event after February 15th, as we honor our staff and contracts with venues and restaurants.