@Whattodotho
Sorry about all the typos. *find it hard to believe. How do you go about these groups. I don't really like the look of fetlife went on there and looked bit intense. Do you just make a profile on kks and then there's chat rooms? I'm also have bad social skills in real life my partner doesn't which is good but I just no idea how going to an event leads to actually hooking up 🙈
I'm on KK, FAB and Fetlife and I think they're all very different. In my opinion, KK is the best for getting to know people in a safe, welcoming environment. I like that it is female-led. Guys aren't allowed to message women unless they've sought permission in a group chat. Anyone who is disrespectful or pushy is giving very short shrift. For example, a new chap recently asked if "any kittens" were available for a 1-1 chat and was promptly reminded that women are individuals and not interchangeable!
I'd suggest that you create a profile (you can make a couples account for you and DP) and join some of the chat groups. Kurious is a good place to start as there are lots of newbies learning the ropes together. There are groups for Couples, Singles, Kittens Play, Toms Only, Filthy Flirts and Kinky. Plus ones specific to your location too. You can join as many as you like, your DP can only join one chat group at a time.
We usually do a roll call as an introduction when newbies join a chat group (and #nudesfornewbies if you're lucky!) Just say Hi and contribute as much as you feel comfortable. Be upfront that you're a couple looking for a unicorn but that you've never done this before - you'll get loads of great advice and suggestions.
Parties are starting back up after lockdown and there is always a pre-party chat so you can get to know other people who are going and maybe arrange to meet for pre-drinks. If that's too intense, then I'm sure there will be drinks and picnics etc later in the year. Groups often arrange their own meet ups - with no expectation of play, just to make introductions. Alternatively, you might find you get on well with someone on chat and just arrange a date on your own. Lots of options!
Feel free to look me up and connect if you'd like to. :)