Whatever kind of alternative dating you are interested in, there is probably a dating agency somewhere out there that will accommodate your needs. And if there isn’t, then you can always set one up yourself!

Dating agencies (particularly online dating agencies) are growing at an exponential rate. It seems that more and more single people are now looking for their ideal partner with the help of an agency and as the industry grows, an increasing number of specialist agencies aiming their services at specific target markets, are entering the fray.

Religion-Based Agencies

One of the biggest areas of growth (perhaps surprisingly) is in Christian dating agencies. Firms like Christian Connection, Christian Cafe and Christian Cupid all exist to help Christian singles find not just romance, but also like-minded Christian friends and long-term relationships.

From a religious standpoint, it’s not just Christians who are served by dedicated matchmaking firms. There are also on line dating agencies serving the  Jewish Community (such as JDate and Totally Jewish Dating), Muslims (e.g. Single Muslim, Muslim D8 Online, Muslim and Single), Sikhs, Hindus… in fact you could probably find a dating agency for almost any world religion!

Gay and Lesbian Agencies

Another fast-growing area is that of gay and lesbian dating agencies. If you are looking for a same-sex partner, there are many approaches you could take. But one of the safest and most reliable might be to register with a reputable gay dating agency. And there are many to choose from, including Gay Dating Agency, Out Personals and Girls-PARSHIP.

Local, National and International Dating Agencies

Many agencies exist purely to serve a particular geographic area, which makes a lot of sense. Most single people who are looking for a partner want someone nearby, who they can hopefully see on a regular basis. However, there are agencies that specialise in finding partners from far-distant lands (Russian brides or Thai brides, anyone?). All we would say is to tread with care when going down this route because it is paved with scammers and con-artists. If you are intent on finding your ideal “mail-order bride” from a far-flung corner of the globe, do lots of research first to make sure you are dealing with a reputable firm.

Other Specialist Agencies

Whatever your lifestyle, your interest or your inclination, there is probably an “alternative dating agency” out there to suit your needs. And with the growth of the Internet, pretty much all of these agencies will have their own websites, some of which you will find from the resources on this site.

Whatever route you take and whichever dating agency you use, we hope you are lucky in love! Feel free to leave your comments on this site to let us know how you get on.