What are Group Sessions?
Group Sessions are coworking sessions with small groups of up to 8 participants including a designated Host. The Host facilitates check-ins at the start and a debrief at the end.
Who is the Host?
The Host is a Focusmate community member just like you.
How long is a Group Session?
Group Sessions are available in 50- and 75- minute blocks. This includes a 5-minute check-in, 45 or 70 minutes of focus time, and a 5-minute check-out outside of the ‘official’ session time. Host can start Focus time early if the check-in is finished before the 5-min mark. The Host will guide participants through each part of the session.
Will there be different session durations in the future?
Yes, we might introduce different session durations, although ultimately it depends on the feedback we receive.
Does everyone have access?
Not yet. Group Sessions are an early experiment with limited access. We're starting with a small group of members and will gradually expand access to the wider community as we learn.
Where can I find Group Sessions?
You'll find Group Sessions in the right-hand panel of your dashboard. If you know you have been given access to Group Sessions but don’t see them, please refresh your browser to get the latest version of the app.
When should I join a Group Session I've booked as a participant?
Aim to join Group Sessions at least 45-60 seconds before start time. It is okay to join early. Many Hosts enjoy a little warm-up chatting prior to beginning. The Hosts will keep the group on track.
What if a session is full?
Because this is an early experiment with limited spots, sessions may fill up. If the session you want is full, try booking a different time; and check back, since availability can open up as people adjust their schedules.
How are Group Sessions counted towards my overall session count?
At the moment, a Group Session, hosted or attended as a participant, is counted as one session towards your overall session count and session allowance on the Free plan. This may change as the experiment evolves.
How can I host Group Sessions?
You can fill out this form to apply to be a Host: https://form.focusmate.com/host. You need to be a Focusmate Plus subscriber to Host. Also, please note that we’ve had an incredible response from the community, so our review process is taking longer than usual, but we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
What should I do if I find a bug?
Since this is an early Labs version, bugs are expected. If something isn't working right, please use this link or go to 'Help and Feedback' > 'Share feedback' in the right-hand panel of your dashboard.
What happens after the Labs phase? Will Group Sessions stick around?
Group Sessions might change significantly or be discontinued as we learn.