San Clemente: Life Skills-American Dining Etiquette
At The Etiquette Factory, we go beyond teaching surface-level behaviors, we focus on building strong character and lifelong social skills. Children don't just learn what to do, they learn why it matters. When a child understands how their actions impact others, manners become authentic, not forced.
Our Life Skills: American Dining Etiquette class is an exciting 2 hour class, focused on the American Style of Dining.
Your child will learn the basics of American Style of Dining in fun and interactive ways.
Through discussion, role play, games, and fun competitions, your child will learn lessons including:
1. Proper Place Setting
2. Proper use of Table Linens
3. Napkin Folding Options
4. Roll Play of a complete dining experience
This class is perfect right before the holidays or special events and will include 2 hours of instruction and the Etiquette Factory
"Set-Right" Placemat for your child to take home.
This is one of our most enjoyed classes, by both parents and students who enroll in our programs.
ADDITIONAL CLASS DETAILS:
IMPORTANT! Due to the number of food allergies and sensitivities in our community, real food will not be used.
We will role play instead, using props, and will still continue to be able to practice all dining etiquette rules and procedures such as cutting, passing food, etc.
$5 Supply Fee due at first class.
Includes placemat to take home.
This page is for informational purposes only. Registration must me done through the City's Recreation Page.
Click the tab "Register Online" below to be redirected to the city registration page.
Questions? Feel free to contact me at:
Email @ EtiquetteWithMsJenn@gmail.com
Phone: 661-433-3233
Class Begins
Nov 17, 2026
Location of Class:
San Clemente Community Center
100 N. Calle Seville
San Clemente CA
Class Presented by
Jennifer Nelson
At The Etiquette Factory, we go beyond teaching surface-level behaviors, we focus on building strong character and lifelong social skills. Children don’t just learn what to do, they learn why it matters. When a child understands how their actions impact others, manners become authentic, not forced.
Our program is rooted in the belief that manners are a reflection of character. Through engaging, hands-on experiences, children practice real-life situations that help them grow into confident, thoughtful, and socially aware individuals. Whether it’s making eye contact during a conversation, showing gratitude, resolving conflicts respectfully, or demonstrating patience and kindness, every lesson is designed to strengthen both heart and habit.
These essential life skills empower children to navigate friendships, family relationships, school environments, and future professional settings with confidence and respect. By developing strong manners, children also build empathy, emotional intelligence, and self-awareness, qualities that shape who they become, not just how they behave.
At its core, The Etiquette Factory is about more than etiquette, it’s about developing character, strengthening social skills, and preparing children to positively impact the world around them.
We offer several programs to support you in teaching your children practical life skills in valuing themselves and others.
1. Life Skills for Kids: Foundations (5-9 years old)
2. Life Skills for Kids: Beyond the Basics (7-12 years old)
3. Life Skills for Pre-Teens (9-12 years old)
4. Life Skills for Teens (13-17 years old)
5: Life Skills: American Dining Etiquette (5-17)
We are able to provide our programs to:
-City Recreation Programs
-Private Schools
-Public Schools
-Charter Schools (we are a vendor for several charters)
-Small Private Groups
-Boy Scout/Girl Scout Troops
-National Charity League
-"In home" family classes
AND MORE!
Please check our schedule for our current offerings.
The schedule is updated quarterly for each season (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer)
For private group classes, please contact me directly.
Contact:
Email: EtiquetteWithMsJenn@gmail.com
Phone: 661-433-3233
Our mission statement is simple: To give children the skills and tools they need to build a beautiful and successful life based on integrity, empathy, charity, confidence and determination
