using a tampon for the first time..?

I've had my period for almost 2 years now and I've missed out on so many pool parties and had the struggles of sporting events with a pad weighing me down. I want to start using tampons. I think it's just more convenient for the things I do. But I'm kinda nervous. I've never tried to put one in before. I've watched like the helpful tips videos but I'm still nervous. What do I do? 
PS. Does it matter that I'm a virgin? Because I'm pretty sure my hymen is in tack so will that effect it? Also, it's just my dad and i so that's why I'm asking here because I'm pretty sure he doesn't have the answers I need.