Authentic Relating Games ~ Santa Barbara
Schedule
Mon Apr 13 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Eucalyptus Hill, Santa Barbara, California | Santa Barbara, CA
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“Thank you so much for creating a space in which such well-aligned people could come together. I can't think of the last time I met so many wonderful, open-minded people in one go like that. It was a real pleasure” - JohnAre you seeking a deeper sense of community with like-minded, heart-centred souls, cultivating more meaningful connections that go beyond the chit-chat?
Welcome to a space where you can truly express yourself and enjoy nourishing & playful connection games with genuine, empathetic & fascinating humans from across Santa Barbara & beyond!
❤️🔥 We will harness the communication modality of Authentic Relating, enabling you to heartfully, playfully and courageously connect, using the tools of radical honesty and active listening. The practice invites you to drop deeper into presence, embodied awareness and permission to express whatever is alive within you and the ‘we-space’ between you and other(s).
🎁 Come and meet a whole bunch of vibrant characters, and practice communication skills you can gift to your life beyond the workshop!
✨ Games will be played in pairs and small groups, which will be configured at random.
🫂 This event welcomes anyone aged 18+.
🤫 Everything shared in the workshop is consensual and confidential.
The facilitator:
Laurie King
I'm Laurie (he/him), a queer British-Kiwi who’s current home-base is Berlin. My passion is creating spaces that cultivate healthy, thriving human-to-human relationships, helping people take off their masks, feel their sensations and celebrate their aliveness on Earth. Since 2019, I have organised and facilitated hundreds of Authentic Relating, Dating and Embodiment workshops across Oceania and Europe.
My training includes The Embody Lab, Authentic Revolution, and Connection Institute. I have facilitated at internationally acclaimed festivals such as Stretch and Ignite, and organisations such as ART International and Authentic Bay Area.
My workshops have sparked thousands of nourishing connections, turning many strangers into life-long friends. I look forward to holding space for you!
I also offer online Holistic Coaching sessions, inspired by Authentic Relating, Positive Intelligence and Somatic Experiencing techniques.
For more information, check out itoiauthenticrelating.com.
For Insta, check out @itoiauthentic.
i to i workshops have already been a big hit in California, as well as New Zealand, Australia, The Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Denmark Canada and the UK. Now, for the first time ever, it's coming to Santa Barbara!
Here’s what others have said:
“Thank you so much for creating a space in which such well-aligned people could come together. I can't think of the last time I met so many wonderful, open-minded people in one go like that. It was a real pleasure” - Jen
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" - Jason
Laurie's workshops re-opened an old window for me in a new way. Heaps of fun too! And I even met a very special person. Highly recommend for anyone curious and keen to connect with depth & joy" - Luca
"I'm amazed at how your workshops continue to lift me up. It's such a delight to meet new people, genuinely, and feel the warmth and excitement of budding connections" - Doug
“Thanks to this workshop, I was able to let go more than ever before, and really let in non-sexual, loving, supportive touch. Thank you to Laurie for offering another step up the mountain of growth & healing - Anne
Practicalities:
When: Monday April 13th, 7 - 9pm. Please be on time or you may not be let in!
Where: Secret location in Santa Barbara (address will be sent to ticket holders 2 days before the event). There is very limited parking available so please come by rideshare if possible.
Cost: $30
If you would really like to attend but don't have the funds, just message me and we can figure something out.
Intoxicants: This is a drug & alcohol free event. There will however be plenty of tea available!
Food: There will be light snacks available - eat dinner beforehand if possible!
Refund Policy: Refunds are available up to one week before the event. After that, if you cannot make it you may transfer your ticket to someone else.
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Where is it happening?
Eucalyptus Hill, Santa Barbara, California, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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