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Speed
Dating Basics
Q:
What is speed dating?
A:
At a Baare speed dating event, you will have 10-25 dates that
will each last 4-8 minutes. (This depends on the number of participants.)
After each "date" you indicate on your scorecard
whether you would like to exchange email information with this
person. If BOTH participants indicate "yes" then Baare
will send each of you the other's email address. Back
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Q:
Can I really tell if I want to see someone again in just 4-8 minutes?
A:
Well, you certainly aren't going to be making wedding plans. But
before the whistle blows you should be able to tell if you want
to learn more about this person, if they have a smile that makes
you weak in the knees or if there is a spark between you. Back
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Q:
How many dates will I have?
A:
At June's Event there were 50 participants,
25 men and 25 women. There were 25 four-minute dates. But every
event is different and depends on the turnout. There will be a
minimum of 10 dates and a maximum of 25 dates. Back
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Q:
Is there an intermission?
A:
Yes. There is at least one 10 minute break. For longer events
there are 2 breaks. Back to top.
Q:
Where do I sit?
A:
When you arrive you will be given a table assignment. That's where
you start. Back to top.
Q:
Do I move from table to table?
A:
Women remain seated at the same table for the entire night. Men
move from table to table. Back to top.
Q: How do I know when my date is over?
A:
We blow a whistle when your date is over. Back
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Q: Should I move as soon as the whistle blows?
A:
Yes! You should move as soon as the whistle blows otherwise you'll
be late for your next date and to be considerate of other participant's
time. We will give you a 10 second warning to start wrapping things
up. Back to top.
Q:
What table do I go to next? (Men Only.)
A:
Always go to the table with the next higher number. When you reach
the last number, start over at table one. Back
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Q:
Can I leave early?
A:
Only in case of emergencies. We ask that all participants finish
the event to be fair to the other participants. By leaving early
you are depriving the other participants of having all the dates
they were expecting. If you can't attend at all, please have a
friend (same gender) substitute for you. Back to
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Q:
Do I have to use the icebreaker questions?
A:
The icebreaker questions are optional but why not
give them a try? It can lead to interesting answers
and insights!
New! Q:
What type of people show up at Baare events?
A: Our participants are mostly professionals such as lawyers,
doctors, dentists, managers, engineers, accountants, etc. In addition,
most participants also lead active lives outside of work and are
involved in various activities such as skiing, snowboarding, golf,
triathlons, hiking, volunteering, just to name a few! Our speed
dating events are a great way for busy, eligible, single Asians
to meet in a fun environment. Participants have highly recommended
our event to their friends. Interesting people attract interesting
people! Back to top.
Keeping
Score
Q:
How do I keep score?
A:
We provide you with a scorecard. When
you start your date, write down your date's name in the blank
next to your table number. (Please see sample
scorecard.) When your date is over, circle yes if you want
to exchange email information with your date. Circle no if you
don't want to exchange email information. Back
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Q:
Should I keep notes?
A:
Baare provides paper so you can keep notes on interesting factoids
about your dates. Back to top.
Q:
Do I have to sign my scorecard?
A:
Yes! If you don't sign your scorecard you will not receive any
matches. Back to top.
Q: Do I have to turn in my scorecard?
A:
Yes! Please turn in your scorecard so Baare does not think it
lost your card! Back to top.
Results
Q:
How long does it take to get my results?
A:
Most Baare events are held on Wednesday. Baare will email your
results to you by the following Monday. Make sure to give Baare
your correct email address. Back to top.
Q: How come I have no matches?
A:
A match occurs when BOTH participants say yes. Perhaps you were
too picky. Back to top.
Q: Does Baare reveal scores of other participants?
A:
No. Baare will only provide you with your matches. Scores of other
participants are kept strictly confidential. Back
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Miscellaneous
New!
Q: I have attended some of your events and have met
some really great people. Most participants are professionals
that have interesting backgrounds and interests. However, sometimes
the chemistry isn't quite there with someone but I would like
to know that person as a friend. Should I mark them a yes or a
no?
A:
It's great to hear that you‚re meeting interesting people
at our events! Again, a "yes" usually means that you
would like to meet with them again to continue your conversation
or to just hang out. When there is a match between two participants;
and, if one party wants to keep it at a friend level then it would
be advisable to just meet at a "non-date" setting such
as a café, bar, or to do a group activity together. In
the beginning of any type of relationship, you can never go wrong
with just getting to know each other as friends.
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