Who Goes To Speed Dating Events?
The majority of our participants are busy professionals who have an intermediate to advanced English level and are people who value their time. The reality is that you, like most of our participants, have little trouble building a relationship with someone you know but simply don’t have the time to meet people in the first place! Our events solve this dilemma by helping you meet many new people in a short time and in a fun, no pressure way. Also, our participants are people who aren’t comfortable with, or just tired of, many of the traditional dating approaches. But the bottom line is that they’re people like you–interested in finding someone they’re compatible with. And they want to do it in a safe, comfortable, efficient and dignified manner. Speed Dating Events are open to all single professionals although on occasion we have special events for people desiring to meet those sharing a similar affinity, interest or background.

Will I meet people of all ages?
No, all of our events are age compatible. Most Speed Dating sessions are designed with a 10 year or less age range which can change from month to month helping to ensure repeat Daters have an opportunity to meet new people each time. For example, one month we may have 22-32, 43-53 and the next we might have 18-25, 26-36 and 45-55. We’ve found that most people want to meet others that are close to their age. We also have special events for people who desire to meet significantly older or younger people.

I am not within the recommended age/interest group. Can I attend anyway?
We want all participants to be comfortable with the interest and age group of attendees they are “dating.” Please choose a Speed Dating event that is within the recommended interest group and age range that you wish to date and in which you personally fit.

What do you mean by “single professionals”?
Our speed dating customers tell us they are looking for other singles who are in a trade or business that requires intellect, ethics, and strong character. This could mean highly educated individuals like doctors or lawyers or it could be subjective to mean people who conduct themselves in a professional manner in their lives and are skilled in their careers, independent of education. Speed Dating does not discriminate and welcomes all those from various trades and professions.

How many people can I expect to meet in a night?
Typically 10 to 12. It’s not too few and not too many. Instead of spending 15+ hours in 10 blind dates, you can have 10 Dates in only an hour or so! Our minimum participant threshold is 6 men and 6 women for a session but nearly always have 10 to 12. Any more than 16 and it’s simply too tiring and too hard to remember everyone!

What if there are only a few people there?
This shouldn’t happen. We know how many people are registered before event day. Our Attendance Guarantee: If for whatever reason we had 5 or fewer pairings or 5 or fewer of one gender (for example several people no-show or cancel at the last minute due to unexpected bad weather or last minute work related issues) we will make it up by offering an EVENT CREDIT to a future event. We know how critical attendance is to the success of speed dating events and your experience at our events. That’s why, unlike our competitors, we have an attendance guarantee. By having minimum turnout standards, you’re guaranteed to meet enough people to give you a good chance of getting one or more participants wanting to hear from you again.

How long does a session take?
Each session will have a specific age range and/or interest group. Typically, the session will begin around 6:30 PM. Each session takes about an hour and a half.

How much time do I have to talk to someone?
Typically 6 minutes per person but depending upon attendance and other things you may have 5 minutes or as high as 7 minutes. We’ll let you know how much time you have before we start the event.

6 minutes doesn’t seem like a lot of time; is it enough?
Remember, you’re on a Pre-Date! Speed Dating is a great way to see if you’d be interested in a full date or just more conversation later. Sometimes 6 minutes is way too long, if you know what we mean. But in 6 minutes most people can tell if there’s physical chemistry, if they like the way someone speaks, if the person is mature and intelligent, and if they want to know more. At which point they’d select on their Match Sheet that they would like to hear from that person again!

What should I talk about?
You’ll see that once you start the event everything just flows. But don’t worry, we’ll give you some Flirting Tips and Dating Questions to help you out. One tip, think about what you’d want to know before going on a date with the person. Some people ask harmless easy questions like “What hobbies do you have” or “What area of town do you live in” and others ask tough questions like “When is the last time you lied to someone”. The possibilities are endless but relax and try not to be too serious, just have fun. Another tip, try to avoid the more mundane questions like “what do you do” and “where are you from” as this can be repetitive. Try to stand out and differentiate yourself from the others. And if you are sitting across from someone you’re not attracted to, please remember that they still have a story to tell.

How should I dress for the event?
It’s your call. Shorts and flip-flops might not project the best image however! Seriously, many people come directly from work so you’ll see business casual or even a suit or two. You know what to do, be comfortable, look good, and smile!

How will my matches contact me?
When you arrive you get your Match Sheet, where you will select, throughout the evening, who you would like to hear from again. After the event, match results will be emailed to each participant with links to those who would like to hear from YOU again. You can choose when to communicate and what personal information you would like to exchange!

How long does it take before I get my matches?
You will receive your Match Email within 24 hours.

What if I don’t get any matches?
When you attend, you are also covered by our Speed Dating Match Guarantee which says, if you don’t get picked by at least one participant who wants to hear from you again, the next event is FREE…just our way of helping out as we’ve found that it sometimes takes more than one event to meet your mate! If asked, your friendly Event Coordinator will be happy to give you some suggestions on how to improve your match rate, just ask.

What if there aren’t any matches, will I still get an email?
Yes, your email will simply state that there were no matches for you. If this happens, don’t sweat it. Remember, it takes two to tango as they say. Everyone has a preference, including you! The email will instruct you how to take advantage of our Match Guarantee.

Who contacts who?
We encourage both parties to contact each other. Remember, you already know the other person is interested in hearing from you again!

What if I contact one of my matches and they don’t reply?
Why not try one more time? Sometimes people go on vacation or don’t check their email every day so give it a few days. We encourage everyone to please be courteous and reply to event participants even if you change your mind and don’t want to hear from them again.

How much does a Speed Dating event cost?
Each event is priced between $40.000 and 50.000 pesos, but most events offer an additional discount when you register early or bring a friend. Specific interest events may charge more. The investment amount is clearly shown when you register.

I don’t have a credit card, can I still attend?
Certainly, you can also transfer the funds from your bank account or deposit the funds into our bank account. After filling out the registration form and proceeding to the secure server, you will have the choice to select the credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, Amex and Discover.

How many events can I attend?
You can attend as many as you want.

What About Refunds/Your Cancellation Policy/Missed Events?
Sorry, no refunds or credits, but we encourage you to invite a friend to take your place!

I like it! I’m ready to sign up. Now what?
That’s the simple part. Click on the Register link for the event you want to attend before the event fills up!

I wanted to register but it says the event is full, what do I do?
We’re sorry! To ensure the best possible experience, each event has a maximum capacity and our system is programmed with this information. When the event fills up, the system does not permit any additional registrations for that event. However, we often add people from that event’s Waiting List so we encourage you to sign up for that. The link will be shown only when the session you’re interested in is full.

Can I sign up with a friend?
Naturally, in fact we encourage it. Sign up with two or three! However, each person needs to register separately so we can send each of your matches confidentially.