The Connection Lab: A workshop for singles to practice authentic connection
It's easy to meet people nowadays, but it's hard to actually connect. It's not a skill we are taught.
We’re taught how to make conversation — but not how to be real. Not how to stay present with another person. Not how to express ourselves honestly. Not how to tune into what we are feeling.
Welcome to The Connection Lab, a workshop designed to help you build real-world confidence and practice authentic connection in a relaxed, no-pressure environment.
No pickup tactics. No performance. A practical experience for being yourself and connecting with others. Useful for dating and everyday interactions.
Here’s what to expect:
A social game to break the ice
You’ll meet everyone in the room in a way that feels natural, relaxed, and fun!
Guided conversation rounds
You’ll rotate through a series of structured conversations designed to help you practice being present, expressing yourself honestly, and listening with confidence.
Guided relaxation
Being vulnerable can feel like a lot when you're not used to sharing yourself with others. This portion helps you reset your nervous system so you can feel grounded, calm, and more comfortable in your body — which is where confidence actually comes from.
Closing circle
We’ll wrap up together and give you space to reflect on what you experienced.
Open to singles 25 - 55
👉 This is not speed dating. It is simply a place to practice connecting with others. Being able to talk to someone new without there needing to be an outcome is key to living in a more empathetic and loving world.
👉 Location will be near Madison Square Garden.
👉 We are looking for 2 people to help bring this vision to life. If you'd like to attend for free in exchange for supporting with set up, check in, and break down, please email [email protected] with "3/7 helper" in the subject line.
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Single Saturdays is a community for growth-minded singles to feel less alone and more supported on the path to finding love. We host activity-based events and workshops to help singles connect for friendship, dating, and networking.
Natalie Cramer is the founder and host of Single Saturdays. As a growth-minded single, she enjoys self-development work and understanding how we relate to ourselves and others. With a background in communications and creative life coaching, she's now bringing it all together to support singles through fun and engaging experiences.