I wouldn't worry too much about setting up beers now. After the Highfield course (do they still do that?), ADC 2 will invite you to the 'meet & greet'. A chance for them to stare at you (and the other courses), and for you to turn up the next day with alcoholic breath, and regrets for the next 18 months over the person you snogged. GREAT!!!!
Good luck with the course!!!