L'Atelier du Savoir-Vivre
Master the codes of elegance and refinement. Our workshops transmit to you the essence of French etiquette, from tableware to the subtleties of social well-being.
An invitation to elegance
Welcome to the Atelier du Savoir -Vivre website!
If you are looking for answers about good manners, rules of etiquette or professional conduct in France, in order to improve your interpersonal skills, well done, you are asking the right questions and you have come to the right place ! How should you introduce yourself ? How should a courteous man or an elegant woman behave ? Or how should you conduct yourself at a business lunch ?
I would be delighted to shed light on all these questions and provide you with the keys to success in achieving your goals.
Currently, workshops can be held either in person or via videoconference, most often in the form of individual coaching.
Together, let's dare to stand out!
Enjoy your visit, and please do not hesitate to contact me,
See you soon I hope,
France de Heere, founder
Choosing elegance is...
Excellence as a legacy
French excellence
The art of good living transmitted according to the codes of authentic French elegance.
Small groups
Intimate workshops for personalized and refined learning.
Recognized expertise
More than 10 years of experience in teaching etiquette and life skills. In France and internationally.
3 ways to support you
Workshops & Internships
Face-to-face training for complete immersion. Real-life situations, direct exchanges and practical learning in a friendly environment.
Video conferences
Live sessions from home. Enjoy personalized teaching with the same pedagogical quality, without travel constraints.
Online training
A series of instructional videos to follow at your own pace. Access courses whenever you want, from home, and rewatch as much as you need.
“Good living is a state of mind that allows us to live in elegance and beauty.”
France de Heere
Our customers
Individuals
Whether you want to improve your education, prepare for an important event or simply feel more at ease in society, our workshops support you in particular with coaching in your quest for elegance.
Businesses
Invest in your business image. Our corporate training courses reinforce the professionalism of your teams and enhance your brand among your customers and partners.
Versailles: Cradle of the French art of living
France de Heere welcomes you to its private mansion to transmit to you the codes of authentic and contemporary lifestyle. Rediscover the art of good manners in the heart of the Royal City.
The themes addressed at the Ateliers de France
The Art of Receiving and Dining
From mastering the role of housekeeper to the art of French dressage, to codes of good conduct at the table: learn to combine elegance and good manners to gain confidence at each reception.
Taking care of your image
An essential workshop to maintain your professional and social image. You won't get two chances to make a good first impression.
The Art of Presentations
A practical guide to mastering dating etiquette and the French greeting code in all circumstances.
Corporate etiquette
This workshop sets the standards of professional etiquette. It allows you to master corporate codes and culture to project relational excellence and gain the lasting trust of customers.
The art of French gallantry
This workshop allows men and couples to master the rules of French gallantry for discreet and respectful masculine elegance, in order to be appreciated in all social relationships.
Children's education
Designed for concerned parents, this fun workshop teaches children how to master French manners to become discreet, refined, and altruistic individuals.
We will also talk about...
The art of conversation
Whether you want to improve your education, prepare for an important event or simply feel more at ease in society, our workshops support you in your quest for elegance.
Courtesy on a daily basis
Invest in your business image. Our corporate training courses reinforce the professionalism of your teams and enhance your brand among your customers and partners.
Ce qu'ils disent de nous
They trust us...
Gallery of our workshops
Frequently asked questions
Our courses cover both spheres. While the art of receiving is about privacy, we place particular emphasis on professional interpersonal skills. Mastering etiquette is a major differentiator in business, whether for business lunches, customer relationship management in the luxury sector or relational ease in an international environment.
Our workshops are mainly held in Versailles, in the heart of the Royal City. The duration varies from 2 to 8 hours depending on the formula chosen (Initiation, Prestige or courses). Although Versailles is the preferred location for our training courses, France can also intervene in your business premises, restaurants or hotels, in France and internationally. These logistical arrangements are to be defined directly with us when you contact us or when you request a quote.
No prerequisites are required. Our workshops are designed to be progressive and accessible to everyone, from curious beginners to enthusiasts who want to deepen their knowledge. France de Heere adapts its pedagogy so that each guest leaves with concrete tools, whether you come to discover tableware or to refine an already solid education.
Good manners are not a discipline that has been frozen in the past. Our approach modernizes the codes of French etiquette to adapt them to today's challenges, such as digital politeness (smartphone use) or simplified relational elegance. The objective is to make these rules fluid and natural so that they become a vector of trust and conviviality, and not a constraint.
Registration is done directly via the reservation form on our site. For any specific request for private courses or tailor-made training, you can also contact us by phone or send us an email at the address indicated on our contact page. We are at your disposal to develop a personalized program that will perfectly meet your expectations, whether you are an individual, a company or a group.
A specific question?
We are at your disposal to answer all your questions about the course, the level or the reservation of our workshops.