Guides

Field notes from people who started exactly where you are.

Every guide is written by a Hobby Buddy you can book. Read first if it helps. Skip to a Spark Session if it doesn't.

Level Any Advanced Beginner Intermediate

Climbing Beginner

A beginner-friendly guide to your first bouldering sessions: grades, gear, technique, and how to land safely.

by Alex · 8 min read

Music Beginner

Start or pick up piano using chord sheets rather than classical notation, then make the music your own.

by Jonathan Chen · 7 min read

Music Beginner

For anyone returning to piano after classical training, or wanting to explore piano without relying on sheet music.

by Jonathan Chen · 5 min read

Photography Beginner

For creators drawn to human stories, social environments, and emotional narrative in photography.

by Mona Sartoveh · 6 min read

Photography Beginner

Jump into photography with a simple, intentional approach, learning to see before learning the tools.

by Mona Sartoveh · 6 min read