San Francisco
San Francisco Marriage Prep 101 Group Workshop – A Focused 1-Day Experience
This 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM workshop delivers the full Marriage Prep 101 curriculum in one inspiring, power-packed day. It’s perfect for couples who want all the tools and insights of Marriage Prep 101 in an efficient, single-day format — with no overnight stay required.
The workshop takes place at The Women’s Building in San Francisco’s vibrant Mission District — a convenient, walkable neighborhood known for its colorful murals and diverse cafés. You’ll have a one-hour lunch break, with plenty of nearby options ranging from casual sandwich shops and coffeehouses to farm-to-table restaurants. It’s the perfect chance to stretch, refuel, and connect before returning for the afternoon session.
✨ Upcoming San Francisco Workshop
📅 Date: Saturday, August 23, 2026
🕙 Time: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM PST (with a one-hour lunch break)
📍 Location: The Women’s Building, San Francisco
💰 Tuition: $597 per couple
Includes:
- Admission for two
- Light breakfast & afternoon refreshments
- Comprehensive printed workbooks for each partner
- Live teaching and coaching with Michelle Joy, MFT
- Instigator of Love Dialogue Card Deck
- Enneagram Relationship Profile
- Certificate of Completion
🌟 Why Couples Love It
This isn’t a lecture you sit through — it’s an interactive relationship experience.
You’ll alternate between engaging teaching segments, private couple dialogues, and guided reflections that bring insight to life.
Expect to laugh, reflect, and reconnect — leaving with practical tools and a renewed sense of us.
💫 What You’ll Learn
Marriage Prep 101 blends the latest relationship science with nearly 25 years of real-world experience, giving you a toolkit for lifelong connection.
You and your partner will:
- Discover what makes your relationship thrive — and what derails it.
- Communicate effectively, even under stress.
- Resolve conflict without losing closeness.
- Strengthen emotional and physical intimacy.
- Understand how family patterns shape love.
- Clarify shared values, expectations, and goals.
- Craft your Marriage Bond™, a shared vision for your life together.
🌿 What to Expect
This immersive premarital workshop combines expert teaching, private partner exercises, and guided conversations.
- Experience the full Marriage Prep 101 curriculum in one inspiring day.
- Work privately with your partner — no group sharing required.
- Receive a comprehensive workbook filled with tools and reflection exercises.
- Learn from Michelle Joy, MFT, whose warmth and expertise bring every concept to life.
Your day will feel equal parts insightful, playful, and deeply connecting. Every detail — from pacing to tone — is designed to foster emotional safety and meaningful conversation, all without the need for an overnight stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will we need to share in front of the group?
No. This is an educational workshop, not group therapy. All conversations and exercises are private between you and your partner.
Will we interact with other couples?
Only if you wish. Most of the experience is between you and your partner, though the group energy adds inspiration.
Can Michelle help us individually during the workshop?
Yes. Michelle is available for questions and light coaching throughout the day.
What if we’re struggling with a specific issue?
The workshop will help you talk through challenges, but if you’d like deeper guidance, consider the Private 1:2 Workshop → for custom pacing and support, or Couples Counseling → for more ongoing work.
💌 After You Register
You’ll receive an immediate confirmation email, followed by a detailed welcome orientation email including logistics, preparation materials, what to bring, and tips for how to make the most of our time together.
🌺 Join Us for a Day That Strengthens a Lifetime
Whether you’re seriously dating, engaged, or newly married, Marriage Prep 101 in San Francisco helps you build a foundation for lasting connection.