What started as a way for Jewish singles to meet and marry now turned into a fun way of meeting and making new friends, lovers and business connections has also come to Uganda; perhaps it’s been here before but if I didn’t it notices (doubt you guys did) then perhaps I can say it didn’t leave the impression it should have.
Ever been to a race car circuit? The sound of the engines tearing away on a dusty surface, the adrenaline rush is to those who know what I’m talking about priceless and unforgettable; you can only know its pleasure after you have been to one. Speed dating is no different; take the cars away, replace them with beautiful people and a serene ambiance then we’ll have ourselves a rush through possibilities.
Men and women are rotated to meet each other over a series of short “dates” usually lasting from 3 to 5 minutes, if you find that you are not attracted to any of the other participants that just sad. However, if you find yourself spoilt for choice then, well…… good luck figuring that out.
There is a general belief that a man should meet and date one woman at a time but in a world where options sanctify choice; wouldn’t it be a good idea to meet many before one makes their choice. Speed dating offers just that opportunity. Contrary to the Africanized idea of the event, speeding is not for ‘loose’ people it’s one of the most efficient ways to meet people outside one’s usual social circle.
Speed dating has some obvious advantages over most other venues for meeting people, such as bars, etc. in that everybody is there to meet someone, people are grouped into compatible age ranges, it is time-efficient, and the structured interaction eliminates the need to introduce oneself. Unlike many bars, a speed dating event will, by necessity, be quiet enough for people to talk comfortably and presence alone hints directly at the intent of romance. However, Speed dating is for singles.
It could also be an opportunity to reinvent boys/girls night out, instead of bar hopping; you and your friends could go speed dating, it’s more fun when done as a group. You might not meet your soul mate there but you might make a good friend or a business connection.
