Coaching Groups San Francisco

ELC Annual 2026: 2-Day Conference for Eng Leaders to Reconnect in San Francisco

The ***[ELC Annual](https://elc.community/public/events/elc-annual-2026)*** is built around a simple belief: the most valuable learning happens in conversation - with peers who are navigating the same pressures, making the same hard calls, and building through the same uncertainty. This year, we're going deeper on the questions that don't have easy answers. What does it mean to lead well when the ground keeps shifting? How do you build teams that are resilient, high-trust, and genuinely high-performing, not just on paper? What does great engineering leadership look like beyond the technical, in the moments that require judgment, integrity, and clarity of purpose? Across roundtable discussions, intimate speaking sessions, and 1:1 conversations, you'll engage with engineering leaders who are thinking seriously about these questions — and willing to share what they've actually learned. — What you'll explore * Leadership & Strategy Leading through uncertainty and volatile decision-making environments. The evolving CTO/VP role — from roadmap owner to visionary strategist. Ethical decision-making, leadership integrity, and purpose-driven organizations. Storytelling and influence: communicating complex ideas to executives and boards. * Teams & Culture Building high-trust teams and psychological safety at scale. Navigating culture shifts in growing organizations. Scaling hybrid and remote work — the practices and rituals that actually stick. Building inclusive engineering cultures and diverse talent pipelines. * Talent & People Development Developing next-generation leaders through mentoring and succession planning. Continuous performance management and feedback systems. Retention, engagement, and creating environments where people genuinely thrive. Hiring for potential: assessing soft skills and growth mindset. * Cross-Functional Collaboration Aligning engineering, product, and design around shared outcomes. Breaking down silos with tools and practices that work. Customer-centric engineering: building products users truly love. Cross-functional OKRs and collaborative planning across roadmaps and backlogs. * AI in Practice Building AI-enabled teams — what it looks like beyond the theory. AI in software development: coding assistants, prompt engineering, and human-AI collaboration. Translating AI trends into actionable engineering strategy. Architecting AI systems that make it to production and stay there. * Engineering Excellence Measuring developer productivity, satisfaction, and team health. Observability and incident response in AI-enabled systems. Balancing innovation with operational priorities. Coaching teams through change without losing momentum. — What to expect **Roundtable Discussions** Small-group sessions facilitated by experienced practitioners — designed for active participation, not passive listening. These are the conversations where people say what they actually think. **Speaking Sessions** Close-up conversations with engineering leaders who are actively shaping what the role looks like today. Past speakers have included leaders from OpenAI, Stripe, Google, Dropbox, Atlassian, and Slack, as well as Reid Hoffman, Max Levchin, and Adam Grant. **1:1 Meetings** Structured time to connect directly with peers, mentors, and industry veterans. Some of the most valuable relationships in ELC have started here. — Leave with a clearer sense of what kind of leader you want to be - and a network of people who are working toward the same thing. Register ***[here](https://elc.community/public/events/elc-annual-2026)***.

An Authentic, Trusting & Powerful Men's Circle

Many of us arrive at MDI looking for something. At this point in our lives we have had several challenges. Some that have made us better, some that have rocked the foundation of everything we know and experience in our daily lives. We have felt isolated, alone, burdened, broken even. I was unsure that anything outside of me could hold solutions, or that it was possible for me to learn new ways of being that would connect me with other men-that I could find a place where I could develop into mature masculinity to be able to not only solve some of my problems, but learn how to lead teams of men. This begs a question: How is the world better off with Mature Masculine Leadership, and what is in it for me? Here are a few answers. If your interest is peaked, consider reaching out to us, claim your future... The world is significantly better off with **Mature Masculine Leaders** because such leadership brings a balanced, grounded, and principled approach to power, responsibility, and service. Here's how this benefits society: Mature masculine leaders typically embody **emotional regulation, self-mastery, and integrity**. This creates more stable governments, organizations, and families. These leaders don’t react impulsively or let ego drive decisions—they respond with clarity, long-term thinking, and accountability. *They become anchors in chaos.* The benefit to the world is **transformational**. Mature masculine leaders don't just govern—they **mentor, stabilize, and serve**. Their presence often leads to safer societies, stronger institutions, healthier families, and more cohesive communities. When men lead from maturity, not insecurity or domination, **everyone—regardless of gender—thrives.** Mentor Discover Inspire (MDI) is an international men's organization. You can also [visit our website ](https://www.mentordiscoverinspire.org/) to find out more about us. There is a form there which can help find an MDI Team in your area. If you fill out the form we will get back to you about starting the process of joining an MDI Team.

Doubles Beach Volleyball - (Saturday @10am)

Plan. Launch. Grow. Business Advising with Luis Quiroz

Get personalized guidance for your business journey. Meet one-on-one with an experienced business advisor for free, confidential support on topics like business planning, marketing, funding and growth. Whether you’re launching a new idea or strengthening an existing business, our advisors can help you take the next step. **\*\*Free half-hour sessions are available by appointment.\*\*** **\*\*Appointments will open on August 1**.\*\* **Register here:** https://outlook.office365.com/book/PlanLaunchGrowBusinessAdvisingwithGwendolynWright@SFGOV1.onmicrosoft.com/s/yc0W5Zy3G0WZpudxLLr9MA2?ismsaljsauthenabled Program takes place in the Sycip Family Conference Room - 4th Floor of Main Library (100 Larkin)

4v4s Intermediate-Advance Beach Volleyball (Saturday @11:00am)

Heart on Paper: Journaling as a Path to Guidance from within

Get your Ticket [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/heart-on-paper-journaling-as-a-path-to-inner-wisdom-tickets-1995756720074?aff=oddtdtcreator) ### **Heart on Paper:** ### **Dishing it Up — food as a doorway into sensory, personal writing.** The taste that takes you somewhere before you've had time to think.The smell that fills a room and suddenly you're eight years old again, or far from home, or back at a table you thought you'd forgotten.Food carries things we didn't know we were still holding — a flavor, a dish that arrives and brings an entire world with it: a person, a season, a version of yourself you haven't visited in a while. This month at **Heart on Paper,** we're gathering around the table. We'll use food — its textures, its history, its remarkable power to carry meaning — as a way into writing that's sensory, personal, and surprisingly alive. Come hungry for words. No writing experience needed. Just a notebook, a pen, and an appetite for what the page might offer. **What to expect:** * Thoughtful and imaginative journaling prompts * A warm, welcoming space and supportive writers around you * Time to reconnect with yourself through writing, stillness, and presence Just bring a notebook, a pen, and a bit of curiosity. **Facilitated by:** **Janine Grossmann** and **Laura Paradise** – two certified coaches who believe in the power of words, self-trust, and the heart’s quiet guidance. You can learn more about this workshop series here: https://questforyou.com/writing/heart-on-paper/

Sensual Bachata Bootcamp (Beginner & Intermediate) Bachata class in SF

🔥 **EXCLUSIVE Sensual Bachata Mastery Bootcamp** 🔥**Learn from Lorans - Elite Professional Instructor** •20+ years of dance expertise (dancing since age 5) • Master-level certification in Ballroom Dancing •**15 years of intensive Bachata training across all styles** • **Mastered Sensual Bachata style from Spain** • Personalized methodology for accelerated learning **What Makes This Different:** ✨ **Private Lesson Experience in Group Setting** \- Individual assessment and customized instruction for each dancer ✨ **Prerequisite Mastery** \- Perfect your foundation before advancing to complex moves ✨ **Signature Teaching Method** \- Proven system that keeps students training for years ✨ **Immediate Skill Transformation** \- Walk out dancing with confidence and style **Perfect For:**• Beginners ready for rapid progression• Intermediate dancers wanting to master fundamentals• Anyone seeking premium instruction and personalized attention 📅 **Saturday 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM** 📍 **719 Commercial St, San Francisco** Join our exclusive dance family - discover why discerning dancers choose our academy for long-term mastery! 🌟**Reserve your spot now - limited capacity for personalized attention** See you Saturday 3pm 🤗

Take your life to the next level.

Join us for an evening of connection, fun and challenge. Whether you're craving purpose, support, or just something different… this is the night you've been needing.

Hands on practice. All experience levels welcome.

*Imagine for a moment: You find yourself coming to today's event. The sun is shining down over San Francisco. You can see the bright reflections in the skyrises as the shadows of clouds sweep across the cityscape.* *You find yourself in a trance. You're having an amazing time.* *You see yourself helping somebody else change their mind.* *You're having an amazing time.* We're going to meet in Dolores Park to practice hypnosis. If you've got some new technique you've learned about and want to try on willing subjects, now's your chance. New to all this? Come see what it's all about. Feedback will be offered, opportunities to practice, receive work, ask questions, or just observe, will all be available. Expect to see or participate in experiences between 5-15 minutes in length. Techniques geared for therapeutic work or performance are both welcome. I will try to find a spot on the grass near the path between the multi use court and the tennis courts. I will have a sign. Look for updates below in the comments day of to see if the location was altered due to loud music or anything else. (Due to the dangers involved, regressive techniques will not be permitted at practice groups unless performed by a qualified psychotherapist who is familiar with, and in agreement with, current scientific research involving regression)

The Campfire Circle: , Fire, Fun, and Brotherhood

Join us for an evening of connection, laughter, and challenge — no fluff, no judgment, just good fun, honest conversation, and solid brotherhood. Whether you're craving purpose, support, or just something different… this is the night you've been needing.

Moving Through vs. Bypassing Emotions Session

Hi everyone, I hosted 2 previous intimate sessions where I gathered those interested in introspective work together. We shared more about our life experiences, collaborated with each other through deep listening and reflective sharings, and built a really beautiful, wholesome hour to connecting. Excuse all the words. I want to have this kind of continuity by hosting a kind of event/session where strangers come together with whatever they’re going through (good, bad, everything in between) and practice being open in a space that feels safe. The topic of this session will be about the practice of moving through and processing our emotions, especially the more difficult ones. Often times, there are distractions we can redirect our attention to which can be helpful. However, it can be a form of bypassing. We’ll share and explore more of what it looks like to move through them in a way that feels most healthy and helpful to us individually. Being in a group/community setting allows us to share and connect in a more authentic and deep way. I capped the group to 5/6 people because a small group would be more conducive to that sense of inclusiveness. The location will be finalized once I get confirmation of the attendees who will come. And we’ll find a location that’s convenient for everyone involved. The location will be in a nature setting. Please feel free to leave a comment or message me if you have any questions. Previous events I hosted similar to this: [Gratitude Session](https://meetu.ps/e/QbT9C/12NwFZ/i) and [“What gives us energy” Session](https://meetu.ps/e/Qc9Rt/12NwFZ/i) [Image Credit](https://www.instagram.com/p/DbAm4irjf6o/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==)

Alameda Tongue Twisters, a Toastmasters Club

Every Tuesday we meet! Do you want to level up your public speaking? Maybe you’re working on job skills, running a meeting, or feeling comfortable talking to groups. Maybe you just want something to do on Tuesdays! We are a safe and welcoming place to explore your skills. There is no fee until you decide to become a full member, and you can be a guest as many times as you want. Come check us out and see if it’s right for you. We'd love to meet ya. :)