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Healthy Relationships California’s

transform your relationships

Powerful Skills-Based Workshops for Couples & Dads

 

Healthy Relationships California (HRC) welcomes Californians to take part in the life-changing R3 Academy.

HRC has received federal funding to offer these evidence-based workshops for free to participants.

R3 ACADEMY COUPLES

These workshops are for couples at any stage of their relationship, whether dating, engaged, or married.

Couples, Learn More
Parejas, Más información

R3 ACADEMY DADS

These workshops are for fathers, expectant fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures.

Dads, Learn More
Papás, Más información
review I seriously thought my marriage was over. My husband and I decided to give R3 a shot and we are forever grateful that we did. The quality of the training and teachers were phenomenal. And we can’t beleive the whole thing was free.

Jennifer

R3 Academy Couples Graduate
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review Things were slipping with my children. I was acting like my father did and was afraid things would never recover. Now, thanks to the R3 Fatherhood program, I have the best relationship with my kids. Thank you from all of us!

Arnold

R3 Academy Dads Graduate
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Workshop Formats

To overcome common participation obstacles, HRC has created three formats for the R3 Academy. The R3 Academy Couples and R3 Academy Dads programs are available On-demand, Live: In-person, and via Livestream.

Online: On-demand

Set your schedule with new sessions unlocked every week, available over 14 days.

Live: In-person

Attend a live and in-person workshop with other participants in a traditional class setting.

Livestream: Zoom

Participate along with others via Zoom from the comfort of your home.

Couples: Start Step 1

Apply Today!

Dads: Start Step 1

The application process has four essential steps.

 

    • Step #1. Fill out and submit the Eligibility Survey, no later than 14 days prior to the workshop start date.
    • Step #2. Agree to the Privacy Statement sent via email. Expect at least 2 people to contact you prior to the email.
    • Step #3. Complete the Demographic Survey with a team member over the phone.
    • Step #4. Complete the Relationship Survey with a team member over the phone. (Steps 3 and 4 can be completed in the same call).

 

There is limited space in livestream and in-person workshops. You may not get into your preferred workshop if you do not apply well in advance.

IMPORTANT: Couples must each complete these steps individually before they can attend.

Apply Today!

The application process has four essential steps.

    • Step #1. Fill out and submit the Eligibility Survey, no later than 10 days prior to the workshop start date.
    • Step #2. Agree to the Privacy Statement sent via email. Expect at least 2 people to contact you prior to the email.
    • Step #3. Complete the Demographic Survey with a team member over the phone.
    • Step #4. Complete the Relationship Survey with a team member over the phone. (Steps 3 and 4 can be completed in the same call).

 

There is limited space in livestream and in-person workshops. You may not get into your preferred workshop if you do not apply well in advance.

IMPORTANT: Couples must each complete these steps individually before they can attend.

Couples: Start Step 1
Dads: Start Step 1

What to Expect

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R3 Couples

This workshop focuses on the fundamental communication, conflict management, and relationship skills that help couples create a healthy and life-giving couple relationship.
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R3 Dads

This workshop has a strong focus on positive parenting skills to build a strong relationship with their children. The communication and relationship skills taught are applicable at home and in the workplace. In addition, financial management and job improvement teaching are included.

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Research-backed

HRC has been conducting research on these programs for the last 15 years.
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Easy-to-use Skills

The knowledge and skills you learn are easily transferrable to home-life.
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Workshop Length

Both workshops are offered in 6-week and 12-week formats.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Healthy Relationships California?
HRC is a not-for-profit organization focused on providing Relationship Education programs to all populations throughout California and beyond.
How many people have attended an HRC workshop?
Over 250,000 people have attended a Relationship Education workshop conducted or sponsored by HRC since 2005.
How much does it cost to attend one of the R3 Academy workshops?
HRC is funded by Federal grants to provide the R3 Academy Couples and R3 Academy Dads workshops for FREE.
What kinds of topics are covered at the R3 Academy Couples workshop?
The R3 Academy Couples workshop focuses on the fundamental communication, conflict management, and relationship skills that help couples create a healthy and life-giving couple relationship.
What kinds of topics are covered at the R3 Academy Dads workshop?
The R3 Academy Dads workshop focuses on a father’s three most important relationships – with his kids, his partner and/or co-parent, and his relationships in the workplace. With a strong focus on positive parenting skills to build a strong relationship with their children, the communication and relationship skills taught are applicable at home and in the workplace. In addition, financial management and job improvement teaching are included.
Who conducts the R3 Academy workshops?
HRC has a team of talented, passionate, and experienced instructors, many of whom have taught Relationship Education for 10+ years. All instructors have received high marks from participants from past courses.
Has HRC ever done research on their workshops?
HRC has conducted research on our programming over the last 15+ years. In fact, HRC conducts entrance surveys, exit surveys, and follow-up surveys on all workshops. Our results have been astounding, and some can be found here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Healthy Relationships California?
HRC is a not-for-profit organization focused on providing Relationship Education programs to all populations throughout California and beyond.
How many people have attended an HRC program?
Over 250,000 people have attended a Relationship Education program conducted or sponsored by HRC since 2005.
How much does it cost to attend one of the R3 Academy courses?
HRC is funded by Federal grants to provide the R3 Academy Couples and R3 Academy Dads courses. The grants ensure that qualifying participants attend for no cost to the participant.
What kinds of topics are covered at the R3 Academy Couples course?
The R3 Academy Couples course focuses on the fundamental communication, conflict management, and relationship skills that help couples create a healthy and life-giving couple relationship.
What kinds of topics are covered at the R3 Academy Dads course?
The R3 Academy Dads course focuses on a father’s three most important relationships – with his kids, his partner and/or co-parent, and his relationships in the workplace. With a strong focus on positive parenting skills to build a strong relationship with their children, the communication and relationship skills taught are applicable at home and in the workplace. In addition, financial management and job improvement teaching are included.
Who conducts the R3 Academy courses?
HRC has a team of talented, passionate, and experienced instructors, many of whom have taught Relationship Education for 10+ years. All instructors have received high marks from participants from past courses.
Has HRC ever done research on their programs?
HRC has conducted research on our programming over the last 15+ years. In fact, HRC conducts entrance surveys, exit surveys, and follow-up surveys on all programs. Our results have been astounding, and can be found here (link to page with PDF downloads of our research).

Contact

The R3 Academy Customer Service Line is available 24/7. Leave a message at (877) 989-7501 and a R3 Academy representative will respond within 2-business days.
These programs teach valuable relationship skills that have been helpful to many! These programs are not, however, intended for treatment of domestic violence, drug or alcohol abuse, or other addictions. If you are experiencing any of these in your relationship, we urge you to seek additional support. if you need help with domestic violence: National Domestic Violence Hotline

Disclaimer

This website is supported by Grants #90ZJ0046 and #90ZB0026 from the Office of Family Assistance within the Administration for Children and Families, a division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Neither the Administration for Children and Families nor any of its components operate, control, are responsible for, or necessarily endorse this website (including, without limitation, its content, technical infrastructure, and policies, and any services or tools provided). The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Administration for Children and Families and the Office of Family Assistance.

Healthy Relationships California (HRC) is currently conducting a study to understand how the R3 Academy benefits couples and fathers. Participation in this research study is completely voluntary. Participants are compensated based on achieving attendance milestones and survey participation.