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Speed
Dating is one of the hottest dating trends in the USA and the UK at
the moment and will no doubt sweep the world before too
long. Here we give you the lowdown on what Speed Dating can
do for you. Why is it so popular? Well, it's great fun, it's safe, and it's a great way to meet up to 25 eligible singles in one evening! Why is it called Speed Dating? Simply because each date is 'speedy'. With a more normal 'first date' you may rapidly decide your date is not your type but you're stuck with them for the whole of a sometimes expensive evening! With Speed Dating you will only be with your 'date' for a minimum of 3 minutes and maximum of 8 minutes and so if you don't like them you won't have to suffer them for long before moving on to your next date. How does Speed Dating work? 1/ You register for a speed dating event in your area and for your age range. You nearly always need to register in advance so that the organizers can ensure the numbers of men and women attending are roughly similar. 2/ You gather with 20 to 100 other singles at a popular local bar or restaurant. 3/ You have a number of short dates with a number of singles. Some organizers will have up to 25 dates of 3 minutes each whereas others will have just 8 dates but of 8 minutes each. 4/ You can usually meet other singles in the intervals or at the end. 5/ At the end of each Speed Date, if you want to see the person again, write their name on your dating card. 6/ At the end of the evening, hand in your dating card to the organizers (or sometimes you will log on to a website and enter the names of the people you wish to see again). 7/ Whenever 2 people enter each others names then contact information is provided to both so that a 2nd date can be arranged. Speed Dating Tips i) Don't expect to meet your perfect partner the very first time you go. Just try to enjoy yourself and if you happen to find 'the one' then it's a bonus. ii) Smile. You have only a very short time to create a good impression. A friendly smile will always help your 'date' to feel comfortable ..... and make you look more attractive too! iii) Don't always ask the obvious questions. If a person is asked what job they do by 25 people in one evening then they'll possibly be getting fed up of it in the end. Try to ask questions that are fun or unusual (but not too bizarre). A touch of humor is always a good thing. iv) Keep your dating card out of sight. Your date will not be too impressed if they see you have 20 other names on your card. v) Once you've made a few matches and decide to meet for a second date, check out our tips on Dating Safety and Privacy to ensure that your 2nd date experience is fun and safe. Check out some of the Speed Dating events in your area by clicking one of the recommended sites on the right side of this page. Enjoy your Speed Dating! Chris Towland
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