Slow Burn Dating

Wanna reconnect? Tired of online dating? Nervous to put yourself out there? Join us for this exciting new series! With dating apps losing their spark, we're offering a refreshing alternative—an evening of low-pressure connections and inspiring conversations.

Each themed event is hosted by Intimacy Coach and Educator, Tanille Geib and Cora Bilsker, owner of Nested Heart Counselling, who will be your guides through learning activities designed to spark and deepen connection. Whether you're looking for community, activity partners, casual connections, long term partnership or a co-parent, come play in Old Town like never before and discover what “slow burn” really means. Slow Burn Dating is designed to be an inclusive and supportive choose-your-own-adventure experience for all: Straight/queer, monogamous/non-monogamous, vanilla/kinky, neurotypical/neurodiverse and all differing abilities.

Come curious, leave inspired!

The Details: 

  • Coffee, tea and light snacks included with ticket.
  • Participants will be organized into smaller groups based on interests.
  • Each event has a suggested age group, please see events for details.
  • Event tickets must be purchased in advance. Tickets will not be available at the door.
  • Members receive 10% discount. Current members sign in. New members sign up.

Desire 
February 13, 2025 I 7–9 PM 
Old Town, Royal BC Museum 
Ages 25 to 55 
$40 per person, limited Pay-What-You-Can tickets available 
Perfect time to scoop up a date for Valentine’s Day! 
 

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Desire 
July 10, 2025 I 7–9 PM 
$40 per person, limited Pay-What-You-Can tickets available 
Old Town, Royal BC Museum 
Age 55+ 
 

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Flirting 
November 6, 2025 I 7–9 PM 
$40 per person, limited Pay-What-You-Can tickets available 
Old Town, Royal BC Museum Ages 25 to 55 

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Meet your facilitators

Tanille Geib

Coach & Educator (she/they/hube)

Tanille Geib is an Intimacy Coach, Sexuality Educator, and Artist. She is fiercely passionate about educating curious-minded folks who desire more intimacy and connection in their lives. As an eccentric Queer human they are excited about working with those who navigate the world from Queer, Trans, and Polyamorous identities. An award-winning Consent Advocate and Author, Tanille supports events and organizations by teaching about the nuances of consent and creating safer, healthier communities.

www.tanillegeib.ca

Cora Bilsker

RSW (she/her) Not your typical therapist

Her counselling practice aims to release shame by proudly declaring her intention to celebrate and support unconventionality. Whether you're queer, non-monogamous, kinky, into psychedelics, a sex worker or modified, you'll find a home with Nested Heart Counselling.

www.nestedheartcounselling.com

Location: For more information on how to get here please visit Location and Accessibility for more information.

COVID and Sickness: If you have symptoms or testing positive for covid, please stay home, we will offer you a refund if you email us.

Masks: Folks are welcome to wear masks to keep themselves comfortable. Please respect their choices.

Scents: This will be a scent reduced event, please be aware of the sensitivities others may have.

Public washrooms: Accessible, all-gender washrooms are available.

Sounds and Lighting: The museum’s exhibitions are immersive, multi-sensory environments. Exhibit lighting is lower than natural daytime lighting. This is to protect artifacts. There are no strobe or flashing lights. If you have any questions, please contact us.

Wheelchairs and scooters: The museum is wheelchair accessible. Please note there are uneven surfaces in parts of the Old Town, New Approach gallery.

Pay-What-You-Can FAQ’s