Post-Play Communication

With Your Partner First

Before reaching out to play partners, talk with your own partner:

Share how you're feeling about the experience
Discuss anything unexpected (good or challenging)
Decide together whether you want to see them again
Align on how you'll communicate with them going forward

Follow-Up Etiquette

The Thank-You Message

A brief message the next day thanking them for the experience is polite. It doesn't need to be elaborate—"We had a great time, thanks for a fun evening!" is sufficient.

If You Want to Meet Again

Express interest without pressure. "We'd love to see you again sometime if you're interested" leaves the door open without demanding a commitment.

If You Don't Want to Repeat

You're not obligated to meet again. If asked and you're not interested, a polite "We enjoyed meeting you but don't think we're the best match" is fine.

Timing Matters

A message the next day is appropriate
Don't bombard with multiple messages if they don't respond
Give people time to process and respond
Radio silence after a week usually means they're not interested

Handling No Response

Sometimes people don't follow up. This doesn't necessarily mean anything was wrong—they may be busy, processing, or simply not interested in continuing. Don't take it personally or push for explanations.