P.A.Q.
Probably Asked Questions.
Not frequently. We haven't run enough events yet for anything to be frequent. These are the questions we figure you're about to ask, and our honest shot at answering them.
Who's behind this? (Who is the Imagineer?)
Il cappo di tutti capi… Don Delfino. Not the focus, but if you're curious: pedro-delfino on LinkedIn ↗.
Is this a dating thing?
No. See Manifesto principle 08. If two people click over a tug of war and exchange numbers, we're not going to stop them.
Is this a cult?
Not yet.
Do I need to be athletic?
You need to be the kind of person who'd rather burn calories to meet new people than go (again) to a late, loud, expensive, drug-oriented club. Someone who picks sleeping early over closing the bar. Basic fitness, not CrossFit Games.
What if it rains?
We play rain or shine at Parc La Fontaine. If the forecast looks brutal, we'll let everyone know by 9 AM the day of.
Is there alcohol?
Not on site. What Le Day Club is actually selling is naturally released endorphins (from sport) and oxytocin (from real socializing). No liquor means no licence, no alcohol taxes, lower friction for everyone, and longevity-friendly by default. The after-party can have whatever it wants, that's its own thing.
Why $30? (And why was the Community Founders event $15?)
Price varies by venue, vibe, and theme. The Community Founders event (#0) was $15, half off as a smaller first run. A regular park-format event is around $30. A karting / speeder / themed event will run more (venue fees pass through). We tell you the price before you commit. If money is the only thing in the way, ask about a voucher.
Can I bring a friend?
Ask first. Everyone is a 1st- or 2nd-degree contact of the Imagineer, which means your 1st-degree friend counts as 2nd-degree to us. Usually a yes. Still ask.
I'm not in the Imagineer's circle. Can I still come?
DM @ledayclub and tell us who you are. If you're the kind of person who'd fit, we'll say yes.
What should I wear?
Athletic clothes you can sweat in. Layers for outdoors. No heels, no loafers, no statement pieces that won't survive a rope burn.
Can my dog / grandma / toddler come?
Dogs no. Grandmas theoretically yes, practically no, the format is rougher than it sounds. Toddlers no.
What if I register and can't make it?
Tell us. Refunds before the event, no guilt-trip.
Why "Le Day Club" and not "The Day Club"?
Short version: we want to dismantle the dying industry around The Night Club. Trade the sticky room, can't-hear-your-friends, regret-tomorrow format for sun, sweat, real talking, and faces you remember in the morning. The "Le" is the Montreal bilingual joke we keep telling ourselves, a French definite article on an English noun, the way you say "je m'en vais au gym, let's go." We own theday.club too, redirect coming.
What about the June 21 Summer Solstice event?
Tech nerds start counting on zero, so May 23 was the Community Founders event (#0). June 13 is the Soccer edition (#1), riding the World Cup window. June 21 is Summer Solstice (#2). Same template across all three, different themes. Format on #1 and #2 stays mystery until closer.
Why is there a Portuguese version?
The Imagineer is a good son and calls his parents often. They're curious about what he's building and their English is limited. Also, Portuguese is badass. And we dream big, events are already being discussed in other cities across North America, South America, and Europe. From MTL to the rest of the galaxy.
Are you inspired by XKCD?
Yeah. The Imagineer doesn't look like a nerd, but he's a black belt one. Tip of the hat to XKCD.
Didn't find yours? Ask us on the contact form on the home page. If it's a good question, it goes on this list.