Lunch & Beach Walk Gold Coast | Wing-Person (Meet & Greet) Hybrid Event

Looking for a fun way to meet new people? Come join us for a casual bite to eat and a stroll along the sand. Find yourself a wing-person; someone to accompany you at future events. Meet up with Brisbane and Gold Coast locals (and those who visit from further afield) for a relaxed afternoon of meaningful connections, followed by a bit of physical activity by the beach.

WHO GOES?

Our events usually attract fun-loving professionals, experienced travellers, those who enjoy outdoor activities, (most tend to lean left politically), people with an interest in health or personal development, and ALL prefer extended face-to-face conversations (as opposed to swiping, typing, night clubs or speed dating).

"Lunch & Beach Walk" is designed to connect you with like-minded people through sharing a mutually enjoyable experience. This event is best suited to people within the age range of late 20's to mid 50's and those who consider themselves "young-at-heart". Note: majority of people attending are single.

TICKETS

• Paid Member: $22 (save 50%)
• Early Bird: $40 (save 10%) 
• Non-Member: $44 (Become a member here)

TICKET INCLUDES

• Fun ice-breaker and conversation kick-starters
• Opportunity to meet and socialise with like-minded people 25-55+/-
• Friendly hosts to help facilitate connections
• 2.5 hour hosted event
• Name-tags (optional)
• Paper and pens to share your contact details (see below)
• Personalised pre-event reminder SMS
• Mobile free zone (see below)
• Invitation to closed Facebook group
• Your contact details forwarded by SMS after event (only by your request, via feedback form) - $10 for non-members
• Pre-event coaching videos to help you feel prepared and confident

FACILITATORS / MODERATORS / HOSTS

Your hosts for the morning/afternoon are the effervescent Sarah and Gold Coast local, Daynia. Sarah loves meeting new people and has been passionately hosting social gatherings since 2015. She will ensure you feel welcome and included during the Zoom call. Her role is to facilitate connections between guests on Zoom making it easier for you to meet up in person later on. So, you'll arrive as strangers, and leave having made new friends. Daynia will look after you once you're at the event. Keep an eye out for her.

BONUS: Sarah is also a matchmaker, and always keeps an eye out for potential matches for her premium clients.

PRE-EVENT PREPARATION

Prepare two truths and one lie to share with the group for the ice-breaker activity at the lunch. This helps everyone overcome the fear of starting conversations with strangers... allowing you to easily slip into chit chat after we've all shared our stories.

Watch the video below to learn more about playing two truths and one lie. NOTE: Sarah doesn't condone lying in real life... just when playing this game :)

REGISTRATION - HYBRID EVENT

10am sharp (Optional) Meet online for introductions to other guests. This is a useful session for those feeling shy or nervous. You'll meet friendly faces online to look out for when you arrive at lunch later. A computer / tablet or mobile device using ZOOM is required / suitable.

12pm sharp Arrive at the The Collective - Palm Beach, and tell staff you have a table booking with Sarah / Mojo Mingle.

You'll be greeted by Daynia and introduced to the other guests.

Depending on Covid restrictions the group may order take-away and sit at the beach to maintain an adequate social distance.

LUNCH

Pay-as-you-go. View menu here. Order early. You're encouraged to mingle during the lunch... eg change seats and introduce yourself to new people.

Note: Mojo Mingle scouts all venues and activities prior to listing them as events to ensure a quality experience for all. Daynia has given this venue the tick of approval. This venue caters for most special diets. Please phone the venue ((07) 5618 8229) if you want to double check.

+/-BEACH WALK (OPTIONAL)

2pm After lunch, you're invited to take a leisurely walk along the beach or Burleigh Heads walk. Wear adequate sun protection eg sunscreen / umbrella / hat.

REMEMBER; GIVE. DON'T ASK

Share your contact details with those who you meet at events. Hand out your business card. You can GIVE your email or phone number. Please do not ASK for someone's phone number. See "Event Etiquette" video (here)

If you miss the opportunity to share your details at the event, simply complete our feedback form (here) and request us to forward your details. This service costs $10 for non-members, and is FREE for members.

MOBILE FREE ZONE

Be mindful and present. Have your phone on silent and out of sight.

Need to take an important call or text? Excuse yourself from the group. This show of courtesy will be well received by other attendees as respectful and polite.

FAQS

• Dress code: Neat casual
• Drinks / food not included. Bring cash / card.
• Age group: generally +/-25-55, however if you are older and "young at heart" then you're welcome to join us. If you are younger but "mature for your age" you are also welcome to attend.
• Gender balance: Please do not attend our event if an exact gender balance is important for your enjoyment of this event. We aim to balance the genders however this is not always possible. Attend with an open mind, and a sense of adventure, ready to make new friends and meaningful connections.
• Group size: our events are based on quality of connection, not quantity. Please do not attend our event if you want to meet lots of people. Our group size is generally between 6-20 attendees for most events.... allowing people time to get to know each other through conversation. Covid-19 restrictions may also limit the group size eg 10 indoors.
• How do I become a member? Click the circles below to learn how you can enjoy discounts with the Mojo Mixer and Curated Singles social plans.

SOCIAL PLAN (MEMBERSHIP) OPTIONS:

***COVID-19 Terms & Conditions (as applicable)

• Face covering (2 ply minimum) is mandatory when a social distance of 1.5 meters is unachievable
• Attendee limits are based on public gathering limits (indoors / outdoors) on a case by case basis according to state/territory.
• During Covid-19 restrictions, we have a no hand shake / contact policy.
• Please keep a distance of 1.5 metres between yourself and others at all times when possible.
• Please carry hand sanitiser and apply as required.
• Please do not attend our events if you are unwell, have a cough, fever, sore throat, fatigue, shortness of breath, cold or flu like symptoms, have tested positive to Covid-19 recently, if you are awaiting test results, if you have been in close contact with someone who is a confirmed case of coronavirus or if have been overseas in the last 14 days. Contact us before the event to transfer your ticket to a future event (medical certificated required).

*** In the case that an in-person event is dramatically affected by COVID-19, the personal introductions take place online (Zoom), allowing you to meet and arrange smaller group or two-person catch-ups thereafter at a time that suits you to complete the activities. Alternatively, the event many be postponed, or your ticket may be fully refunded at the discretion of the event organiser.

REFUNDS

By purchasing a ticket, you commit to attending this event. No refunds if your circumstances change, or if you change your mind about attending. A transfer is possible for this event only; please contact us ASAP when you have found someone to take your place who is of a similar age and gender. A medical certificate is required if you are in isolation eg with Covid symptoms, in which case we may be able to transfer your ticket to the next date for this event.