📍 Pretoria | Johannesburg | Ages 30–59 (Guide Only)

Conscious Connections SA

Find Your Tribe. Or Your Match.

Master the Art of Human Connection. Join a grounded social ecosystem where real people—singles and couples alike—practice authentic relating, clear boundaries, and genuine human connection.

No performance, no pressure—just better ways to connect.

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Who is this for?

How It Works

While we host dedicated events for those seeking romantic matches, the heart of CC-SA is Integrated Relating. Our doors are open to anyone—single, partnered, or 'it's complicated'—who believes that the quality of our lives is determined by the quality of our connections.

Step 1: Join the Lab
Our events are curated for ages 30–59 (as a guide) to ensure you are in a room of peers sharing similar life stages and intentions.
Step 2: Enter the Laboratory
A facilitated journey—usually 2 to 3 hours—using the Wheel of Consent, guided social play, and conscious communication exercises.
Step 3: The Matched Exchange
Our double-blind system ensures your contact details are only shared if a mutual connection (romantic or platonic) is made during the event.
Conscious Connections Lab Practice

Connection Labs

Join our curated social ecosystem designed for authentic relating and intentional matching.

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The Connection Lab: Pretoria Premiere

🗓️ Saturday, 20 June | 12h00 – 16h00

Our signature social experience arrives on the stunning country lawns and decks of The Acreage. Features interactive table networks, tactical team riddle hunts, and intentional 1-on-1 connection rounds using specialized menus. Includes a premium catering platter spread, leading into an evening restaurant afterparty.

✨ Location: Centurion / PTA (The Acreage) | Ages: 30–59
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Connection Lab: Picnic & Play "the 3rd"

🗓️ Saturday, 04 July | 12h00 – 16h00

Back by popular demand! Following two sold-out sessions, we return to the beautiful country lawns at Windrush Studios for a beautifully facilitated, phone-free outdoor social experiment. Bypass awkward small talk through dynamic group games, community contribution, and double-blind matched 1-on-1 rounds.

✨ Location: JHB (Windrush Studios) | Ages: 30–59
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📍 Future Labs & Location Launches

Our immersive sessions cap strictly at low limits to protect the quality and matching dynamic of the group. If you can't make these specific weekends but want to secure early-bird ticket access and hear about upcoming venue drops before the public, log your details here.

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Past Events

To ensure a safe and high-quality environment, all participants begin with our Foundations Lab or Picnic & Play sessions.

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Picnic & Play: Meeting & Matching "The Sequel" (Ages 30–59)

Back by popular demand, this dynamic sequel expanded our community ecosystem with a broader target age group. The afternoon featured active, facilitated games, team riddle hunts, and intentional 1-on-1 speed connection rounds where mutual interests were mapped in real-time.

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Picnic & Play: Meeting & Matching (Ages 39–55)

A playful afternoon featuring "Synchronicity Selection," riddle hunts, and facilitated group games designed to bypass small talk. This sober, grounded event created a low-pressure environment for authentic connection, transitioning into an evening of Ecstatic Dance.

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Foundations Lab: Meeting & Matching (Ages 39–55)

A 1-hour immersive communication workshop, followed by interactive and social games of relating and connection. Participants practiced identifying "Social Edges," the "Art of the No," and mastered conscious communication in a safe, curated space.

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What the Community is Saying

Real stories from our curated social ecosystem.

★★★★★

"I attended a Conscious Connection event recently and found it to be such a refreshing and genuinely meaningful experience. As someone who values deeper connection, I really appreciated being in a space where people showed up with openness and intention. The activities and conversations were thoughtfully designed in a way that made connecting feel natural rather than forced, especially for those of us who can be a little more introverted or tired of surface-level social interactions. What I loved most was that it wasn’t just about meeting people — it was about learning how to connect more consciously. The theme around healthy communication and boundaries gave the experience real depth, and we were encouraged to actually practice what we were learning throughout the event. I also appreciated the romantic aspect woven into the experience, where people could express interest in getting to know someone further afterwards. It created a really respectful and grounded way for genuine romantic connection to emerge naturally. I left feeling more open, more connected, and reminded that spaces for authentic human connection still exist."

Nabeela LaherMay 16th, 2026
★★★★★

"It's a space where you feel safe enough to strike up a conversation with anyone because you know that everyone is there to meet new people."

Michael BihlApril 2026
★★★★★

"A fantastic and beautiful space to meet and mingle with interesting individuals through fun interaction and play."

Willem MaritzApril 2026
★★★★★

"Really enjoyed the format as it helps to break the ice with everyone in the space and remove any awkwardness. Great energy and flow."

Kim MendesApril 2026
★★★★★

"A picnic to meet singles and make friends in a comfortable way that bypassed any awkwardness. Chat and laugh together."

Sunjay BaijApril 2026
★★★★★

"Great and comfortable way to meet like minded people - fun social event."

JaquiMay 2026
The Conscious Difference

Relational Intelligence is a Skill.

In a world of digital noise, we have lost the art of the "Grounded Encounter." Whether you are looking for a partner, a deeper bond with your spouse, or a tribe of authentic friends, the biology of connection remains the same.

The Foundations Lab - Science of Safety
01. THE SCIENCE OF SAFETY

The Foundations Lab

Our structured workshops are the mandatory entry point. Using the Wheel of Consent and principles of nervous system regulation, we provide the "Language of Connection."

These facilitated sessions give you the tools to move beyond the social mask, identify your boundaries, and communicate with integrity. When we feel safe, we connect deeply.

The Connection Labs - Facilitated Practice
02. FACILITATED PRACTICE

The Connection Labs

Curated, facilitated social events—such as Blindfold Connections or Authentic Relating Games—designed to put your skills into practice.

Here, we replace the pressure of the "singles mixer" with Integrated Relating, allowing you to move beyond small talk into deep, intentional interaction with people who value growth over games.

The Social Playground - Organic Community
03. ORGANIC COMMUNITY

The Social Playground

Not every event is a workshop. We are a movement, not just a series of classes. Once you have completed a Lab, you gain entry to our "Unfacilitated Socials"—hikes, dinners, and outings.

These are low-pressure opportunities to connect with your new tribe in the real world, without a formal agenda, where we simply enjoy each other's company.

The Result: You leave not just with new connections, but with a clearer, more loving understanding of yourself—making you ready to meet someone who matches your frequency.

Yuri Nunes - Facilitator
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Meet Yuri Nunes

Educator • Coach • Facilitator • Mindful Change-Maker

Yuri Nunes (BSc Health & Sport Science, UP) — I spent years studying the body's mechanics and the mind's resilience. But I realised that the most important "laboratory" we have is our relationships.


I founded Conscious Connections SA to solve a modern crisis: we are more "connected" than ever, yet more isolated. Using my background in physiology and mindfulness, I design experiences that help you drop the social mask, regulate your nervous system, and find the courage to be your most authentic self.


I don’t just want you to find a partner; I want you to find your frequency.

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Common Questions

The Friction-Removers

Q: Why is the Lab a prerequisite for certain events?
Because safety is our foundation. For our structured connection events, we require a shared language of consent and boundaries. This ensures that when we go "deep," everyone in the room knows how to honour themselves and others. Once you’ve completed a Lab, you are "Qualified" for our entire ecosystem.
Q: Is every event a facilitated workshop?
No. We believe in the balance of "Science and Soul." While our Labs are highly structured and facilitated, we also host informal Social Playground events—like group hikes or weekend brunches—where there is no formal agenda. These are purely for the joy of connecting with your community.
Q: Is this only for singles looking for a romantic partner?
No. CC-SA is a community for anyone—single or partnered—seeking high-value connection. Whether you are attending a facilitated "Match" event or joining an informal group hike, our goal is to help you find a partner, a conscious friendship circle, or a deeper relationship with yourself.
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Find Your People. Or Your Person.

"Conscious communication starts with the conversation you have with the person in the mirror."

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