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šŸ’šŸ’˜ 3 Marriage Preparation Courses to Try Before Tying The Knot!

Are you and your partner ready to embark on the beautiful journey of marriage? While love is the foundation of any successful marriage, it's equally important to equip yourselves with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the challenges that may arise along the way!

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TOUCH Community Services, endorsed by the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF), offers three exceptional Marriage Preparation Programmes designed to help young couples build strong foundations for a fulfilling and lifelong marriage.


1. Group Marriage Preparation Programme (GMPP)

The Group Marriage Preparation Programme, or GMPP, is a dynamic and interactive workshop aimed at helping couples establish a solid foundation for their marital journey. Conducted by a husband-and-wife team, these workshops take place either in the homes of the instructors or in a training centre.

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Curriculum Highlights:

  • Family of origin

  • Roles, responsibilities, and expectations

  • Communication and conflict resolution

  • Sexual intimacy

  • Financial planning

  • In-law relationships

GMPP leverages the PREPARE/ENRICH Inventory, a customised couple assessment completed online before the workshop. This evidence-based tool identifies strengths and growth areas in your relationship. A trained facilitator guides you through the results and provides valuable insights and relationship-building tips!


šŸ“… Duration: 12 hours over 3 or 4 sessions

šŸ’²Price: S$395/couple, inclusive of 8% GST ($70 rebate for Singaporean Citizens/PR only after completion of the programme, subject to MSF's policy changes).

šŸ‘‰ Book here: https://bit.ly/3L9JhYk


2. Individual Marriage Preparation Programme

If you and your partner prefer a more personalized approach, the Individual Marriage Preparation Programme offers flexibility to address your specific needs. This program spans 3 or 4 sessions, totalling 8 hours, allowing you to dive deep into essential marriage topics.

Curriculum Highlights:

  • Family of origin

  • Roles, Responsibilities, and Expectations

  • Communication, Conflict Resolution and iMessage

  • Recognising 4 Destroyers in Relationships and the Antidotes

  • Sexual intimacy & Family Planning

  • Financial planning & Tips

  • In-laws' relationship

  • Setting Goals

This programme leverages the PREPARE/ENRICH Inventory, a customised couple assessment completed online before the workshop. This evidence-based tool identifies strengths and growth areas in your relationship. A trained facilitator guides you through the results and provides valuable insights and relationship-building tips!


šŸ“… Duration: 8 hours over 3 sessions

šŸ’²Price: S$780/couple on weekday daytime slots and $860/couple on weekday evening slots (online only), inclusive of 8% GST

šŸ‘‰ Book here: https://bit.ly/3PpMQwe


3. Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Programme (PREP)

The Prevention and Relationship Enhancement Programme (PREP) is a research-informed marriage and relationship education program based on over 30 years of research in the United States. PREP is tailored to help soon-to-wed and newly-wed couples enhance their relationships by focusing on essential skills.

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Key Benefits:

  • Improve communication and problem-solving skills

  • Achieve higher relationship satisfaction

  • Develop better conflict resolution skills

Couples who attend PREP workshops have demonstrated higher levels of positive communication, interaction, and confidence in the future of their marriages!


šŸ“… Duration: 14 hours over 2 days

šŸ’µ Price: S$450/couple, inclusive of 8% GST ($140 rebate for Singaporean Citizens/PR only after completion of the programme, subject to MSF's policy changes).

šŸ‘‰ Book here: https://bit.ly/480DQVE


Final Notes

As you embark on the beautiful journey of marriage, remember that love is just the beginning. With TOUCH Community Services Marriage Preparation Programmes, you'll be well-prepared to face the challenges and celebrate the joys of married life together. Invest in your future together today!


with Love,

The Dateideas Team

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