You're both braver than I am re socialising @Historylover @Appleblossom . With the last group I tried to join I was questioned about family connections at my first visit,  didn't measure up and was ignored by almost everyone thereafter. It's been a common theme.

I hope you find new challenges @Historylover . Maybe having a more amiable/amenable teacher or two next term would help. I guess it's a big investment of trust, effort, time and fees.

I enjoy walking every day too. We've had nice weather for it.