Free: Build Business Skills & Real Connections Through Play
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 7:00 PM PDT – 9:00 PM PDT
1794 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
Hosted by Adam Rudder
Tired of networking events where you stare at a name tag and pretend to care about someone’s job title? Same. This is a free 2-hour social where you’ll actually DO something together — play fast, fun, collaborative games that make it impossible NOT to connect with the people around you. No small talk. No awkward standing around. Just play. What Actually Happens You’ll play a series of interactive games and exercises rooted in applied improvisation. But before you panic — nobody performs anything. Nobody watches you. There’s no “scene work” and no audience. The games are designed to sharpen your quick thinking, unlock creativity, and build the kind of real connections that don’t happen over drinks at a bar. Why It Works The games use the Neural Improv methodology — a brain-science-based system developed over 25 years that’s been used with Fortune 500 teams, professional athletes, and 15,000+ regular people who just wanted to get out of their own way. Who Shows Up A mix of people who are curious, social, creative, or just bored of the same routine. Remote workers. Creatives. People who moved to SD and want actual friends. People who’ve been meaning to “try something new” for three years. You’ll fit in. Your Host Adam Rudder — 25+ years facilitating applied improv. Has worked with Qualcomm, Walmart, and BlueShield of California, but mostly just loves watching someone’s face when they realize they’re having more fun than they’ve had in years. Logistics Free. 2 hours. Come solo — many people do. Or bring a friend. What to Bring Comfortable clothes and a willingness to play. That’s it. Location & Parking 1794 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103 The location is upstairs. Please enter through the door clearly marked 1794. There is a parking lot where you may park in unmarked spaces only (please do not park in tenant spots). If the lot is full, there is usually plenty of free street parking nearby. Most metered parking is free after 6 PM, though some Hillcrest areas enforce until 8 PM, so please check signs. Free non-metered parking can often be found on nearby residential streets like W Lewis St and 1st Ave. After the Social If you love the experience (most people do), Adam runs 4-week cohort programs where the work goes deeper. But zero pressure — come just for tonight and see how it feels.