You've done it-you've finally secured a date with the guy of your dreams. Often, it's the guy who picks the time and place, but it doesn't have to be. You can take charge and show this guy how unique, fun, and exciting you are on the very first date by choosing an activity that's sure to get his attention. Here are seven first date ideas most guys are sure to love-and won't be expecting.

Skydiving for two. Why not start off by scaring the pants off him? Skydiving is fun, exciting, and generally not dangerous, if you're working with an experienced skydiving school. Still, it's probably going to be one of the most heart-pounding activities either of you will ever experience. Start him off with something this thrilling, and he's sure to be hooked from the first date.

A driving experience. Let's face it-guys love cars. Book a driving experience and put him behind the wheel of a Porsche, Ferrari, or Lamborghini, and he'll love you for it. Many driving experiences allow you to try out the most powerful sports cars on the market on a closed circular track, where you'll really get to test the car's limits. Show him you love speed as much as he does, and he won't be able to help being intrigued.

A romantic motorcycle trip. Rent a pair of motorcycles for the day and take him on a cruise along a country road. Pack a picnic and head for a secluded spot; romance is sure to follow. It would be tough for your guy to turn down a motorcycle ride on a beautiful day, and after this date, he'll have just as hard a time turning down a second date with you.

Learn a new sport. Have you always wanted to try snowboarding, waterskiing, or surfing? Choose something active and book a private lesson for two. You won't have to be good at this sport from the first lesson-it can be twice as fun and romantic to laugh and fall down together. This date shows him that you're fun, adventurous, and willing to try anything-and those are qualities he can't help but fall in love with.

Go flying. You know you're crazy about him when thinking of him makes you feel like you're flying. Why not express your feelings with a flying experience for two? Book a lesson on a small plane and you'll get the opportunity to experience an entirely different type of flying than you'll get on a jet. Small planes are much more hands-on. You'll both get to see the pilot work close-up and even fly the plane yourselves. This is the perfect first date for anyone who wants to see a new relationship take off.

A day on the water. There are plenty of perfect first-date ideas for people who live near a lake or the ocean. If you're looking for slow and relaxing, book a half-day sailing trip and pack a picnic lunch-don't forget the champagne. If fast is more your speed, rent a speedboat. The water can be a romantic and sensual place. With the sun on your skin, the wind in your hair, and beautiful scenery all around you, it's the perfect place for a memorable first date.

A day at the game. Do you love sports as much as the guys do? Why not take him to see his favorite team play? Show him you're as big a fan as he is, and he's sure to be impressed. Instead of choosing a sport you dislike but you know he loves, buy him a ticket to a game you'll both enjoy. This way, you'll show him a common interest you share-and you won't mind if he wants to go back to the stadium on your second and third dates together.

Dinners, lunches, and walks in the park are all good first dates. But if you really want to stand out, plan something unexpected. Get his adrenaline rushing, show him your fun and adventurous side, or let him know that you share a common interest, and he's sure to be intrigued. If you can get his heart pounding from your first date, he'll definitely want to come back for more.