Age 21 & Above

5 Day Residential Programme
This programme is available to join on an individual basis

Programme Fees: £18,000

Being a gentleman isn’t about what you do, or what you wear, it’s about how you behave and who you are. A gentleman is not restricted by limits. He doesn’t understand the words “that cannot be done”. He does not give up. When faced with challenges, he finds solutions, works harder and works smarter.

Unrestricted by limits

Being a gentleman isn’t about what you do, or what you wear, it’s about how you behave and who you are.

The world today seems to applaud laddish behaviour and true gentlemen are becoming more of a rarity. Social standing and success seem to be based upon what you own and what you wear rather than how you carry yourself through life and what you have achieved.

Do gentlemen still have a place in today’s world? And if so, what are the attributes that go together to make a true gentleman?

A gentleman is not restricted by limits. He doesn’t understand the words “that cannot be done”. He does not give up. When faced with challenges, he finds solutions, works harder, works smarter.

He strives and pushes the boundaries of everything he does. He is aware of his attributes and limitations, but continually strives to improve.

Being male is
a matter of birth.

Being a man
is a matter of age

Being a gentleman
is a matter of choice

Inspire and lead by example

He is in control, but not afraid to learn and accept advice, and is respectful of others while taking full responsibility for everything, calmly. He inspires people and leads by example.

You will rarely see a gentleman overtly showing his success or wealth; he’s more likely to shy away from displays of good fortune, preferring to be judged on reputation instead.

A gentleman finds value in something according to its history and its story, often finding beauty in something he has owned for many years or something with great sentimental value.

He holds chivalry and politeness in great regard. He holds the door for people; he gives up his seat, he takes off his coat to a lady on a cold evening, he still believes in these now old-fashioned actions, even though the world has changed somewhat.

Course Outline

Day 01

10:00 – 16:00

History of Manners
Social etiquette and protocol
International Social Customs
Diplomacy
Greetings & Introductions
Forms of Address
Cultural Customs

Day 02

10:00 – 16:00

Social Dress Codes
Body Language
Personal Presentation & Image
Conversational Rules of Etiquette
Dining Etiquette and Entertaining
Gift Giving and Cultural Norms.
British Table Manners

Day 03

10:00 – 16:00

Understanding Wines & Ports
Understanding Whisky
Understanding Cognac & Armagnac
Understanding Cigars

Day 04

10:00 – 16:00

Public Speaking
Writing a speech
Delivering a speech
Making a Toast
Dealing with the Media
TV & Radio Interviews

Day 05

10:00 – 16:00

Wardrobe Management
Choosing Jewellery
Image Management
Aftershaves & Colognes
Poise & Deportment
Self-Confidence
Dealing with Rivalry

Notes

On your programme

Course is delivered in English
British Etiquette and Manners are predominately used
Tutors are both male and female
Course delivered in UK, UAE, India

5 Day Residential Programme

The Finishing School for Men is a 5-day residential programme. The School is conducted in a luxurious country house 60 miles from Cambridge. The Finishing School location is secure and has 24 hour staff onsite. Extra curricular activities for include country pursuits such as riding, clay pigeon shooting, stalking and archery. A spa, golf course and gym are all also available after classes.

Classes take place in beautifully appointed training rooms and each gentleman is provided with a single bedroom and private bathroom.