About us
đż Groove & Grow Collective
Welcome to Groove & Grow Collective â a warm, energizing community for expats and internationally minded professionals in the Netherlands who want deeper connection, personal growth, and a true sense of belonging. â¨đ
Moving to a new country can be exciting, overwhelming, confusing, and lonely â sometimes all at once.
This space exists to make your transition easier, lighter, and more connected with likeâminded people. đ
đą My Mission
To help you feel grounded, confident, and supported as you build your life abroad â through meaningful meetups, personal development sessions, and real human connection.
đŤ This group is for you if you want toâŚ
đ¤ Meet likeâminded people who crave real connection
đźď¸ Explore the city together through cultural and museum visits
đż Build confidence, clarity, and selfâawareness
đŹ Feel less alone in your expat journey
đ Learn about Dutch and global cultures
đ§ Improve your mindset, identity, and energy
⨠Connect with positive, openâminded, curious people
đ Explore life, career, purpose, and relationships
đ Grow personally while having fun
đď¸ What I Do
I host a welcoming mix of events, including:
⨠Expat & local social gatherings
⨠Slow friending sessions
⨠Movement + mindset âGroove to Growâ sessions
⨠Expat relationship & dating discussions (future optional events)
⨠1:1 integration support (on request)
⨠Purposeâdriven day trips (on request)
đ Group Vibe
Warm. Open. Supportive. International. Growthâminded.
No pressure. No judgment.
Just people who want more out of life â together.
đĽ Who Can Join?
Expats, internationals, globally minded locals, and anyone who wants community, positivity, and personal growth.
Whether youâve been here 10 days or 10 years, youâre welcome here. đđŤś
đ Ready to expand your world?
Join the Tribe. Bring your story. Bring your energy.
Letâs groove, grow, and create your next chapter together. đąđ
đ 4. GROUP RULES
Letâs keep this space safe, kind, and uplifting:
1ď¸âŁ Be kind, open, and respectful
This is a judgmentâfree, humanâfirst space.
2ď¸âŁ No selling or promoting
Unless allowed by the Organiser.
3ď¸âŁ Keep conversations confidential
Whatâs shared here stays here. đŤś
4ď¸âŁ Be mindful of othersâ experiences
Weâre all on different paths.
5ď¸âŁ Show up authentically
Bring your real self â itâs more than enough. đ
Upcoming events
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đˇ Wine & Talk â SlowâFriending Circles in Rotterdam
Weena Rotterdam, Weena 202, 3012 NJ Rotterdam, Rotterdam, NL| đˇ What to Expect đ 18:30 â Arrive & Settle In
We meet at at the cosy Weena bar in Rotterdam (central & easy to reach).
Youâll be welcomed into a warm, friendly atmosphere designed for genuine, human connection.
đˇ 18:40â21:00 â SlowâFriending Circles
Depending on the number of participants, we will divide into small groups of 3â4 people.
You will move through 3 rounds, meeting a different group during each 40âminute session.
The SlowâFriending format invites:⨠Presence
⨠Curiosity
⨠Emotional openness
⨠Respectful listening
⨠Gentle depth (no pressure to share more than you want)đ Who Itâs For
⢠Expats & globally minded locals
⢠Anyone craving deeper, more meaningful conversations
⢠Those exploring purpose, personal growth & mindful living
⢠People who prefer connection over small talk
⢠Anyone looking for a warm, relaxed start to the weekendđ Location
(At)Weena
Weena 202
3012 NJ Rotterdam
(at)Weena waar zaken en gezelligheid hand in hand gaanđ What to Bring
⢠Openness & curiosity
⢠Money for your wine or drink
⢠A willingness to connect authenticallyđą Your Host
Hi, Iâm Aleksandra â People Partner & community creator.
I help expats feel grounded, connected, and supported as they build their lives in the Netherlands.I love creating experiences that make life abroad easier, lighter, and more meaningful.
đ¤ Ready for a meaningful Friday evening?
Come sip, talk, connect â and grow with us.
| We canât wait to welcome you. đˇâ¨ |
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