What we’re about
Are you looking to expand your social life and improve your love life?
Then, you have come to the right place!
Welcome to my group of Genuine Singles of DMV.
I am Irena, a group organizer, a Relationship and Life Coach, and an event host.
My goal is to create as many opportunities as possible for people to meet and connect, to feel less lonely and hopefully find relationships.
✔️All events are facilitated and structured to tailor to all introverts and extraverts. Whether you are socially shy or super outgoing, you are welcome at my events.
✔️All events are posted on multiple platforms and in multiple groups, and the number of attendees is always higher than displayed in any event.
So, gather up your social courage and come meet me and others! I promise it will be worth your time and effort. I am looking forward to meeting you.
~ Irena
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- How to Heal after Heartbreak and Divorce: Moving on and Dating againLink visible for attendees
Going through a breakup or divorce can feel overwhelming — leaving you lost, hurt, and unsure of what comes next.
Knowing how to heal and gain the tools needed to once again embrace the search for a new partnership is critical.
Register HERE
Join my free online support and guidance session designed to help you:- Gain clarity on how to stop dwelling and not allow the past ruin your future.
- Build resilience by learning practical tools to rebuild your confidence and embrace your next chapter.
- Let go of hurt and resentment allowing yourself to thrive again
- Create a vision for the fulfilling life and relationships you deserve.
As someone who is twice divorced, I know the pain you feel.
As an experienced life & relationship coach, I can help you find happiness again just like I have helped many others.
Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply seeking guidance, this event will provide you with support, actionable steps and tools to move forward.
Register HERE - Monthly BreadBreakers Community Dinner: Dialogue Across DividesReston Community Center at Lake Anne, Reston, VA
Join us for a Community Dinner at Lake Anne Plaza and be a part of blazing the trail to a kinder, more productive, more connected way of living.
We all have a life story. Let's share it with each other and create a collective one!
I am co-hosting this event with Michael Graham, who runs his group: BreadBreakers | Meetup
What to expect:
❤️Free dinner
❤️Facilitated discussions
❤️Fresh perspectives and new connections
✔️The goal is to bring people into kind, compassionate discussions around what is happening nowadays in our lives and the country.
✔️Only RSVP in one group, either here or Michael's group. We need to know how many people are coming, as the space is limited.
✔️Come with an open mind and heart to share your story and hear someone else's.
See a full description for this event HERE.
Contact me directly if you have questions: 571-315-1469.
I hope to see you there! 💕 - SLOW SPEED DATING: Matchmaking done for you13005 Worldgate Dr, Herndon, VA$30.00
Leave behind the rushed pace of traditional speed dating and embrace a more relaxed approach to meeting new people, facilitated by a Dating Coach with prepared Conversation Icebreakers.
💕 All ages!
💕Different sections for different age groups.
Must RSVP HERE
(Event is posted on multiple platforms, expected number of attendees is 50 people).- Easy going greet and meet to socially warm up
- Prepared questions to facilitate meaningful conversations and assess compatibility
- Engaging discussions in small groups
- Opportunity to talk to every single person present
- Stress free match making by the coach after the event (no need to ask for contact info on the spot, you will get it after the event)
- Fun games to play together
- Dinner & drinks optional (attendees pay their own tabs)
Whether you are an introvert or an extravert, welcoming and easy-going environment is guaranteed. You won't have to sweat the small talk, and event will be structured and organized to make connecting effortless.
Cost: $30 (Pay through Eventbrite or Venmo to @Irena-Polyakova (1469))
Location: Uncle Jalapeno Restaurant in Herndon.
Time: 6:30 pm
* Refund will be considered if requested no later than 3 hours prior to start of the event. - Ladies Only Picnic at Lake Fairfax1400 Lake Fairfax Dr, Reston, VA
Join us for a heartwarming afternoon just for women—a chance to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect in the beauty of nature.
This picnic isn’t just about snacks and sunshine (though we’ll have that too!)—it’s about nourishing our souls.
In today’s busy world, we often forget how healing nature and genuine connections can be.
Surrounded by trees and like-hearted women, you’ll have space to be yourself, share stories, laugh, and maybe make a new friend or two.
Whether you’re craving deeper friendships, looking to unwind, or just need a little reset—this gathering is for you.
Bring a blanket or picnic chair, your favorite snacks and drinks to share, and your beautiful self.
Let’s gather, reflect, and reconnect—with nature and with one another.
You deserve this time. 💛
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: Lake Fairfax Park Lake 1400 Lake Fairfax Dr, Reston, VA 20190
Meeting Point: Text me directly to get a Live Location on the day of the event: 571-315-1469
Parking: on the lower side of the visitor's center
**The event is weather dependent and can be rescheduled.
