Learn a New Hobby in Greenville, SC: Tips to help you stick to it!

Ready to try something new? If you're ready to pick up a new hobby in Greenville, SC, we have some great ideas to help you get it done! What's your new hobby? Art, music, cooking, rock climbing? There are lots of places in Greenville that will help you get started. Not sure what to pick? We can help you there, too, with these tips!

Pick Your Hobby

1. Pick something you are really interested in

Learning something new is usually pretty fun, especially as adults, because if we want to pick up a new hobby, it’s likely something we are already interested in and will put in the time to learn.

2. Kids in tow? Make sure it's fun.

With kids, making it fun for them to learn is important and really, if it isn’t fun for the kids, it won’t be fun for the parents because then everyone will be cranky.

3. Step out of your comfort zone.

Remember, this is something new. Don't be afraid to look silly. It's totally ok. And, especially if you're doing this new hobby with kids, think of what you're demonstrating for them. Learning happens all the time and you're never too old to try something new.

4. Consider a membership.

If there's a package of classes or a monthly membership associated with your new hobby, consider that option. It'll keep you financially invested and that might keep you motivated while you learn and give your new hobby enough time to know for sure if it's your new life-long thing.

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Snatch up an idea: New Hobbies in Greenville, SC

Become an artist – The cultural vibe in Greenville has picked up tremendously in recent years. The Artisphere festival in the spring has become nationally recognized and First Friday art events are popular. Wine & Design is fun for adults while Color Clay Café lets anyone paint a ceramic piece that they can take home. Or, try a pottery class at Hollowed Earth Pottery. Check out more places kids (and adults) can make art!

Try Rock Climbing- It may not sound like a beginner-accessible sport, but it totally is. Climbing gyms in Greenville will teach you the little you need to know to get up there and provide affordable equipment you can rent. Check out these indoor rock climbing gyms in Greenville.

Explore the natural world- Go hiking in Greenville. This Newbie Guide to Hiking will get you started.

Kindermusik – help your child form the base for picking up music down the road with a Kindermusik class at Piano Central Studios in Greenville. Kindermusik is recognized as the premier music-learning program in over 70 countries!

Acting classes – For both kids and adults, the South Carolina Children’s Theatre has acting classes starting this spring. Other places that have theatre classes are the Greer Children’s Theatre, the Arts Academy at Younts Center, and the CYT Upstate.

Learn to cook – This is a skill that benefits everyone! Learning to cook has no limits. There are endless cuisines and ingredients and once you get the hang of it, it’s a lot of fun. Try Plate 108 adult cooking classes. You'll find them in Greer, SC.

Learn to Swim or Become a Lifeguard – The YMCA is pretty awesome for their swim classes, among many other perks. They also offer classes to become a lifeguard.

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