Hobbyist: Discover Connect Grow
Hobbyist is a space designed to connect people with their passions, strengthen communities, and help small businesses thrive through the power of shared experiences.
The Walkthrough
Small businesses offering activities like rock climbing, boxing, or painting often struggle to stand out, while people seeking new hobbies are overwhelmed by choices. Our app bridges this gap by connecting users with hobby businesses through short-form videos that showcase their offerings in a dynamic, engaging way. Users can sign up directly through the app, while businesses get a marketing platform tailored to their needs.
For Users
Personalized Activity Feed: A tailored feed of short-form videos showcasing activities and venues matched to you.Seamless Venue: High-quality videos give you a visual walkthrough of each venue, so you know exactly what to expect before you arrive.Streamlined In-App Experience: Get a clear breakdown of costs, available perks, and pass benefits.
For Businesses
Visual Marketing Showcase: Promote your business with engaging short-form videos that highlight your venue, activities, and unique offerings.Seamless Booking & Payment Integration: A streamlined system that handles everything—from sign-ups to secure payments—so you can focus on delivering great experiences.Analytics & Engagement Insights: See which activities are performing best and understand your audience’s preferences to optimize your offerings.
Discover
New hobbies, newfound shared interests and a date night cheat-sheet.
Connect
With friends, family, partners and colleagues. Hobbyist has your back!
Grow
Physically, culturally & skills. All while helping your local business.
What We're All About
At Hobbyist, we believe in giving back to our communities. As we give you the opportunity to find your passions, we want to give the same to kids who can't afford the same. A percentage of all revenue we receive will go back to kids whose parent's can't afford afterschool programs to foster creativity.
Discover
Hobbyist is an app platform that brings discovery to life through engaging short-form video content, showcasing everything local businesses have to offer. From the moment you step into a new venue, you’ll know exactly where to check in, explore available amenities, and take advantage of all the benefits included with your pass. Whether you’re eager to connect or prefer to enjoy the experience solo, Hobbyist makes it effortless and tailored to your preferences.
Connect
Hobbyist’s tailored algorithm ensures that your feed reflects your unique likes and interests, with over 75+ activities to explore. We curate experiences that resonate with you, making discovery effortless and exciting. Future features will go beyond personalization—helping you see what your friends are enjoying or giving you insights into your significant other’s interests. Whether it’s planning the perfect date night or simply staying connected, Hobbyist makes it easier than ever to share meaningful experiences with the people who matter most.
Grow
At Hobbyist, we believe growth is fundamental—not just something we support, but something we embody. Our platform is designed to help small- and mid-sized businesses flourish by introducing them to innovative marketing techniques they might not have explored otherwise. But growth doesn’t stop there. We’re equally committed to helping our users grow—whether it’s learning new skills, building meaningful connections, exploring cultural experiences, or enhancing their physical and emotional well-being. Hobbyist is here to inspire and empower growth in every form.
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