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DISCOVERY TRAITS39 TAGGED DIMENSIONS

Browse hobbies by trait

Fifteen orthogonal dimensions — social mode, cost, intensity, space, seasonality, and more. Traits layer on top of our 11 categories so you can filter by how an activity feels and fits your life, not just what type it is.

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Social mode

Social mode

SoloWith one other personSmall groupClub / community
Location

Location

At homeOutdoorsRequires a venue
Physical intensity

Physical intensity

SedentaryLowModerateHighExtreme
Entry cost

Entry cost

FreeUnder $50$50–$300$300+
Ongoing cost

Ongoing cost

MinimalModerateSignificant
Session length

Session length

Quick sessionsHour-long sessionsLong sessions
Portability

Portability

PortableFixed location
Learning curve

Learning curve

Start todayUp and running in a few sessionsTakes weeks to get goingSignificant setup required
Cognitive load

Cognitive load

MeditativeModerate focusDeeply analytical
Space needed

Space needed

Works in small spacesNeeds dedicated space
Competitive

Competitive

Non-competitiveOptionally competitivePrimarily competitive
Depth

Depth

CasualDeep skill ceilingLifelong craft

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Want a different cut? Browse 11 broad categories, or 32 concrete activity types — the verbs that describe what you're actually doing in a session.

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