COVID-19 Information

We care deeply about the health and well-being of our guests, our staff and our community.  While we continue to fully operate, we are doing things a little differently during the COVID-19 pandemic and have implemented the following policies and practices to help keep everyone safe.  We appreciate your patience, understanding and continued support as we navigate and adapt to the rapidly changing environment.

Classes and Events Are Now Available In-Person, Online and Hybrid Room/Zoom Format

We continue to host both in-person and online Private Events and Public Classes.  Most classes and events are being offered in our new Hybrid Format!  Each class or event registration page will indicate the formats available on the registration page.  Learn how our How Our Hybrid Classes and Events Work  

Masking and Vaccination Required for In-Person Visits

The County of San Mateo issued a mask mandate in all public indoor settings regardless of vaccination status on Aug 2, 2021 that remains in place today. Read the order.  As a result, all guests are required to wear masks when not actively eating or drinking in our facility.

Additionally, due to the current surge of cases in our area, guests attending in-person classes or events must be fully vaccinated.  Proof of vaccination with ID will be required at checkin.  Prior to February 1, 2022, fully vaccinated means having 1 shot of Johnson & Johnson or 2 shots of Pfizer or Moderna.  Beginning February 1, 2022, fully vaccinated means having also received 1 booster shot when eligible.  

Participate Online or Reschedule If You’re Unvaccinated, Sick or Exposed

We are thrilled to welcome those who do not meet the vaccination requirements listed above in our online classes.  

We ask that in-person attendees who are not feeling well, have COVID-19 symptoms, or have been exposed to someone known to have COVID-19 in the prior 10 days, please:

• Notify us immediately in writing to help@sfwineschool.com and

• Stay home and participate as a Zoomer for 10 days from the date of exposure, until you no longer have symptoms of illness, or until you have been medically cleared to resume normal activities.

All rescheduling and distance learning options will be made available to you, so that you can continue your studies when you are ready.

Rescheduling Policy

If you are unable to join in person, you will be able to join most classes and events as a Zoomer.  Most class recordings will be available should you need to miss class altogether and may be requested by contacting help@sfwineschool.com.  

View our Cancellation, Reschedule and Refund Policy

Our Commitment to Health and Cleanliness

• All of our staff has been fully vaccinated and boosters will be required as of Feb 1, 2022.  Our staff will be working from home if they are experiencing any signs of COVID-19 illness. If an instructor needs to stay home, we will find a replacement or notify students of class reschedule as soon as we become aware.

• Regardless of vaccination status, county compliant Face Coverings are required to be worn in our facility at all times by everyone unless actively eating, drinking or tasting.  

• While social distancing is no longer required for the public, when feasible, we continue to seat guests 6’ apart whenever possible. You are welcome to move your seats closer together or farther apart if you choose.  

• We keep hand soap and sanitizer fully stocked for those who would like to use it.    

• All glassware is sanitized as part of our regular pre-COVID protocols

• All tables will be cleaned between all classes as part of our regular pre-COVID protocols

• Doors and windows will remain open when temperature and noise level permits to maximize circulation.

• Our new HVAC is equipped with Merve 13 filtration throughout the school and will be available even when the doors and windows are closed.

• Our building management is responsible for common building areas and has committed to keeping restroom soap dispensers and hand sanitizers full.  

Health & Safety Concerns

If you have additional questions or concerns over any of our health and safety practices, please email help@sfwineschool.com. Thanks very much for your cooperation and understanding during this challenging time for us all.