Start with the basics like, "how are you/ how's your day?" Awkwardness starts with you so be energetic and fun so the fun flow won't stop. Just be yourself.
If you're feeling awkward or weird about making small talk, simply focus on the other person. Ask meaningful, open-ended questions that start with "How" or "What" so you can interact...
Be calm and chill around him and divert your attention to somewhere else - hobbies, schooling, etc. Give him a little space and if he still doesn't like you, then...
The "awkward stage" tends to be at the beginning of the relationship. It describes the uncomfortable feeling two people might have when they don't know a lot about one another.
Confidence is key. Walk up and ask if the seat is taken. Then strike up a conversation with the guy, including his friends. The more you know about his friends,...