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PEERS® Dating & Relationships Bootcamp

Dating & Relationships

PEERS® Dating & Relationships Bootcamp.

The PEERS® Dating & Relationships Bootcamp is an evidence-based workshop for teens and young adults run by psychologists in Mascot. Based on UCLA’s world-renowned curriculum, this program condenses essential dating skills into a dynamic, interactive format.

Participants learn practical strategies to navigate dating with confidence, safety, and respect—empowering them to build healthy and meaningful connections.

PEERS Dating and Relationships Bootcamp

Why It Matters.

Dating is an important part of growing up, but it can be especially challenging for neurodiverse young adults. Without support, social misunderstandings can lead to stress or unsafe experiences.

This bootcamp provides a safe space to learn these nuances, helping participants navigate boundaries and expectations with confidence and self-respect.

Bootcamp Benefits

  • Learn how to appropriately express interest
  • Build confidence in flirting and conversations
  • Develop safe strategies for online dating
  • Gain skills for asking someone out & planning dates
  • Handle rejection and turn others down respectfully

Topics Included.

Making Connections

  • Letting someone know you like them
  • Flirting & dating conversations
  • Choosing appropriate people to date
  • Dating do’s and don’ts

Dating Mechanics

  • Asking someone on a date
  • Planning and going on dates
  • Online dating and safety
  • Handling pressure from partners

Boundaries & Respect

  • Accepting rejection gracefully
  • Turning someone down respectfully
  • Setting personal expectations
  • Healthy relationship boundaries

Participation Requirements.

  • Adolescents (13–17) and Young Adults (18–35)
  • Autism Level 1, ADHD, or social communication needs
  • Run during school holidays (Term 1 & 3)
  • Based on expressions of interest
  • Support for parents/caregivers to reinforce skills

*Programs are delivered by specialist psychologists with expertise in neurodiversity.

Program Structure.

Format: Small-group workshop with targeted practice

Duration: Two full-day sessions (9:30 am – 3:30 pm)

Methods: Role-play demonstrations & video examples

Coaching: Direct behavioural rehearsals with psychologists

Confident Connections

Safety

Navigating online and physical dating securely

Confidence

Mastering flirting and date planning with ease

Respect

Learning to handle rejection and boundaries gracefully

PEERS® Dating & Relationships Bootcamp

PEERS® Dating & Relationships Bootcamp

The PEERS® Dating & Relationships Bootcamp is an evidence-based workshop for teens (13–17 years) and young adults (18–35 years) run by psychologists at our psychology clinic in Mascot. Based on UCLA’s world-renowned PEERS® curriculum, this holiday program condenses essential skills for dating and relationships into a dynamic, interactive format. Participants learn practical strategies to navigate dating with confidence, safety, and respect—supported by their families and caregivers.

Benefits

  • Learn how to appropriately express interest and show someone you like them
  • Build confidence in flirting and dating conversations
  • Develop safe and healthy strategies for online dating
  • Gain skills for asking someone out and planning dates
  • Learn how to handle rejection and turn others down respectfully
  • Strengthen decision-making around dating boundaries, expectations, and healthy relationships
  • Parents and caregivers gain tools to reinforce these skills at home

Participation Requirements

  • Age Range: Adolescents (13–17) and young adults (18–35)
  • Suitable for: Individuals with Autism Level 1, ADHD, anxiety, or social communication difficulties
  • Availability: Run during school holidays, based on expressions of interest

Why It Matters

Dating and relationships are an important part of growing up, but they can be especially challenging for neurodiverse teens and young adults. Without support, social misunderstandings can lead to stress, anxiety, or unsafe experiences. The PEERS® Dating & Relationships Bootcamp in Sydney provides a safe, supportive space to learn these skills—empowering participants to build healthy, respectful, and confident relationships.

Topics Included

  • Letting someone know you like them
  • Flirting and dating conversations
  • Choosing appropriate people to date
  • Online dating and safety
  • Asking someone on a date
  • Accepting rejection gracefully
  • Turning someone down respectfully
  • Planning and going on dates
  • Dating do’s and don’ts
  • Handling pressure from partners

Participation Requirements

  • Age Range: Adolescents (13–17) and young adults (18–35)
  • Suitable for: Individuals with Autism Level 1, ADHD, anxiety, or social communication difficulties
  • Availability: Run during school holidays, based on expressions of interest

Why It Matters

Dating and relationships are an important part of growing up, but they can be especially challenging for neurodiverse teens and young adults. Without support, social misunderstandings can lead to stress, anxiety, or unsafe experiences. The PEERS® Dating & Relationships Bootcamp in Sydney provides a safe, supportive space to learn these skills—empowering participants to build healthy, respectful, and confident relationships.

Topics Included

  • Letting someone know you like them
  • Flirting and dating conversations
  • Choosing appropriate people to date
  • Online dating and safety
  • Asking someone on a date
  • Accepting rejection gracefully
  • Turning someone down respectfully
  • Planning and going on dates
  • Dating do’s and don’ts
  • Handling pressure from partners

Program Structure

Format

Small-group workshop with targeted social skills practice

Duration

Two full-day sessions (9:30 am – 3:30 pm) during school holidays

Availability

Offered in school holiday periods, based on expressions of interest

Delivery

Step-by-step instruction, role-play demonstrations, video examples, and behavioural rehearsals in breakout groups with direct psychologist coaching