Tired of the swiping?

Here’s your chance to connect more authentically, in person, with women both like-minded and different. Come along, grab a wine and have some fun!

You’ll be randomly paired up six times throughout the night. Each encounter will be carefully guided, inviting you to be yourself, to communicate openly, and simply relax, allowing you to really kick the nerves out of dating.

Authentic Dating has already been a big hit in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch! Here’s what others have said:

"This has been the most positive experience I've had in meeting genuine souls with the intention of finding love/romance for over 6 years"

"Laurie led us through a series of games and exercises that allowed us to open up and create very real bonds with others and with our own selves. Many emotions were felt in the safest, most welcoming environment"

"Authentic Dating re-opened an old window for me in a new way. I really enjoyed the authentic ways of relating and the guidance. Heaps of fun too! And I did meet a very special person. We just got back from a weekend of Easter rock climbing. Highly recommend for anyone curious and keen to connect with depth & joy"

Authentic Dating welcomes all women aged 18+ who identify as lesbian, bi, queer or trans, as well as people who identify somewhere on a gender-fluid female-to-non-binary spectrum.

Practicalities:

Cost: $40. Limited spaces available through Humanitix.

Location: Maison de Crepe, 106 Papanui Road, Merivale, Christchurch 8011.

Time: 7pm. Doors open at 6.30pm. No latecomers (if lost contact 027 383 9844). Please allow time for parking!

Dress code: whatever you're comfortable in.

About the facilitator:

I'm Laurie, and I love bringing people together. Since 2019, I've facilitated Authentic Relating and Authentic Dating workshops in 15 cities, 6 countries and 3 continents, including online, at festivals, and with organisations. My workshops have sparked thousands of global connections.

For more information, check out itoiauthenticrelating.com.