Dating Clubs

Types of Dating Clubs

No matter what type of relationship you’re looking for, there’s probably a dating club that fits your needs.

Speeding Dating Groups

If you’re a busy professional in search of someone special, you’ve probably wondered if speed dating clubs are worth your time.

Basically, speed dating lets members meet a wide variety of available singles within a short time period. Typically, each date lasts about eight minutes — just enough time to let you know if you’re going to hit it off with a prospective mate. During your initial encounter, you’re free to trade details about jobs, hobbies, goals, etc. However, to minimize the discomfort associated with rejecting an unsuitable date, organizers often prohibit exchanging personal contact information until the end of the event.

There are general speed dating clubs as well as groups for singles of a particular age, ethnicity, or religion. While most clubs are located in larger cities, new groups are forming on a regular basis. To get started on your search for a club near you, check out the following links:

• SpeedDatingSites.com
• Speed Dating Event Finder
• Directory of Speed Dating websites
• Interview: Adele Testani, HurryDate

Millionaire Dating Groups

Do you believe in a traditional relationship where the husband builds his career while the wife maintains the family home? If so, you need a dating club that pairs successful businessmen with women.

Founded in 2000 by Patti Stanger, the Millionaire’s Club is an exclusive organization that provides members with matchmaking services and relationship counseling. While men must pay a hefty enrollment fee to join this exclusive dating club, membership is free for eligible women.

The Millionaire Connoisseur’s Club is another organization that pairs single women with doctors, lawyers, and other men who earn at least $1 million per year. Members in this dating club have access to special private social events and concierge services. Like the Millionaire’s Club, the Millionaire Connoisseur’s Club offers free membership for eligible women.

Gay Dating Groups

Gay dating presents its own unique set of challenges. If you live in an area without a sizable homosexual population, it’s often difficult to find a suitable mate. For this reason, many gay singles turn to dating clubs for assistance.

Clubs like Executive Gay Dating will provide matchmaking services and the assistance of professional relationship counselors. Members must complete a careful screening process and agree to privacy protection guidelines.

Members of BiCupid.com can meet other bisexual singles for chats, cruises, or social events. This online dating club site caters to people in search of both serious relationships and casual flings.

Choosing the Club that is Right for You

Since there are many different types of dating clubs available, it may take a bit of research to find a club that’s right for you. Before you join any dating service, remember to ask yourself the following questions:

• Is there a membership fee? What services will I get for this price?
• Do the members of this club share my interests? Are they looking for long term relationships or casual encounters?
• What types of privacy or safety precautions does this club take?
• Can I cancel my membership if I decide the club isn’t right for me?