Welcome

Welcome to the Winston-Salem Chapter of the National League of Junior Cotillions!

The National League of Junior Cotillions has been a trusted leader in character education, modern manners, ballroom dance, and dining etiquette since 1978. The Winston-Salem Chapter warmly invites you to explore our program and discover the transformative impact we are making in the lives of youth in our community.

We are shaping the next generation of confident, respectful, and poised young individuals!

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2025 JUNIOR COTILLION (5TH-9TH GRADE) SEASON IS NOW OPEN!

Junior Cotillion is a character education program specifically designed to teach students in grades 5-9 etiquette, manners, and modern ballroom dancing. The program aims to foster self-confidence and respect by offering guidance and practice in social courtesies that enhance their lives and positively impact those around them.

FORMAL INVITATIONS and NEWSLETTER: Each student will receive a formal invitation from the NLJC Winston-Salem Chapter 2-4 weeks before the parent reception date.  Also, parents of registered students will receive periodic newsletters from the NLJC Winston-Salem Chapter Director.  

To request a formal invitation and/or subscribe to the newsletter, please complete this contact form. Formal Invitation & Newsletter Request

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winstonsalemjuniorcotillion

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nljcwinstonsalem

CLASS SCHEDULE

The Fall 2025-Spring 2026 class schedule has two different class locations offered for grades 5-9.

Sunday afternoons (once a month) at the Forsyth County Country Club

• Sept 7 Parent Reception, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
• Oct 5 Introduction Autumn Class
• Nov 2 Thanksgiving Class
• Dec 14 Holly Class
• Jan 4 Winter Class
• Feb 1 Valentine's Class
• March 1 Grand Spring Ball
• *See registration page for class schedule details by grade level

Tuesday evenings (once a month) at the Reynolda Barn 

• Sept 9 Parent reception, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
• Oct 14 Introduction Autumn Class
• Nov 11 Thanksgiving Class
• Dec 9 Holly Class
• Jan 13 Winter Class
• Feb 10 Valentine's Class
• March  – Grand Spring Ball, location and date TBD
• *See registration page for class schedule details by grade level

All classes have Limited availability

PRIOR TO THE FIRST EVENT, WE EMAIL FINAL DETAILS FOR THE SEASON.    

TUITION FOR 2025-2026

Junior Cotillion tuition is $375 which includes all manners, protocol, dance instruction, class venue, materials, refreshments, and the formal ball at the last class in March.

Tuition payment is due upon registration via Paypal or Venmo or Check.  Venmo is @Michelle-Bardsley-2

Junior Cotillion Refund Policy: Refunds will be given in the case of student illness or a family relocating from the Winston-Salem area.  A $50 processing fee applies to all refunds. 

CONTACT INFORMATION: [email protected] 

About the Director

We are passionate about teaching manners and etiquette! Our inspiration comes from founders Charles and Anne Winters, who founded the National League of Junior Cotillions® (NLJC) in 1989.  The Forsyth County NLJC director is Michelle Bardsley, an educator, entrepreneur, community advocate, mother of four adult children, and grandmother to five young grandchildren.

Today, NLJC is a nationwide program dedicated to instilling confidence, courtesy, and essential social skills in young people. We are committed to honoring and continuing Anne’s legacy by upholding traditions that emphasize kindness, character, and social education. Our mission is to teach modern manners and everyday etiquette, creating a positive impact on your life and family.

We look forward to sharing our passion and inspiring the next generation with the timeless values of respect, grace, and poise!

Contact Mrs Bardsley at [email protected] 

About Director

Mrs Michelle Bardsley, NLJC Director, Forsyth County