Picking up a new hobby can be easier said than done. Between work, errands and the temptation to spend another evening scrolling through your phone, finding the time or the right place to try something unfamiliar can feel like a project in itself. That said, you don’t always need to venture far to get started.
Textile Centre might be better known for tailoring businesses and automotive shops, but look beyond its more practical offerings and you’ll find spaces built around creativity, movement, technology and cycling. Whether you’re hoping to make something with your hands, learn a new discipline, meet people who share your interests, or simply explore fun things to do, these Textile Centre spots are worth checking out.
1. EFive Dance Pilates Yoga Studio
If you’ve always wanted to try yoga, Pilates or dance but never quite found the motivation, EFive Dance Pilates Yoga Studio offers plenty of ways to get moving. Established in 2016, the Singapore-based studio takes a multidisciplinary approach, bringing together hatha yoga, aerial yoga, Pilates Reformer and various dance styles under one roof.
The variety is particularly useful if you’re still figuring out what you enjoy. You could start with a slower-paced yoga class, challenge yourself with Pilates Reformer or venture into aerial yoga for something rather different. Its classes combine core strengthening, mindful movement and rhythmic expression, so exercise doesn’t have to feel like another item to tick off your weekly to-do list.
Beginners can also expect guidance from experienced instructors who focus on helping students progress safely. Beyond regular classes, EFive offers personal training for posture correction as well as prenatal and postnatal needs.
With a teaching system that has helped the studio expand to four locations, EFive is a good place to start if your idea of a hobby involves becoming stronger, more flexible or simply more comfortable in your own body.
EFive Dance Pilates Yoga Studio
Location: 200 Jln Sultan, #01-30 Textile Centre, Singapore 199018
Opening Hours: Open Daily 9 AM – 9 PM
2. Artify Studio
You don’t need to be the person who always knows how to draw to enjoy painting. At Artify Studio, the emphasis is on experimenting and enjoying the process, making it an approachable choice for anyone curious about picking up a creative hobby.
Its adult painting workshops cover several mediums, including palette knife, oil, acrylic, gouache and watercolour painting. If choosing a blank canvas feels intimidating, the studio’s beginner-friendly Guided Art Jamming sessions provide more structure, with instructors helping participants create their own canvas paintings step by step.
Prefer to work at your own pace? Unguided Art Jamming sessions give you more freedom to explore your ideas without following a set format. In either case, you won’t need to arrive with a suitcase full of supplies. Materials such as canvases, paints, brushes, drawing tools and aprons are provided.
The workshops are suitable for ages 13 and above, making Artify a fun option whether you’re looking for a solo creative outlet or want to try painting with friends. Who knows — a casual session might even turn into your next regular pastime.
Artify Studio
Location: 200 Jln Sultan, #12-07 Textile Centre, Singapore 199018
Opening Hours: Wednesday: 10 AM – 5:30 PM | Thursday-Friday: 10 AM – 5:30 PM, 7 PM – 9:30 PM | Saturday: 10 AM – 7 PM | Sunday: 10 AM – 6 PM | Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays
3. HackerspaceSG
For anyone whose idea of a hobby involves computers, electronics, engineering or simply figuring out how things work, HackerspaceSG offers something considerably more hands-on than your average shared workspace.
This not-for-profit community space is built around people interested in computers, technology, science, engineering and digital or electronic art. Members can use it to work, learn, socialise and collaborate, while the wider community can take part in its regular events, meetups, presentations, workshops and even movie nights.
The space has been part of Singapore’s tech community for years and was also the country’s first co-working space. Today, it remains rooted in its original purpose as a clubhouse and laboratory for geeks, nerds, inventors, engineers and entrepreneurs rather than simply functioning as another place to bring your laptop.
There’s plenty of room for experimentation, too. Facilities include an Anycubic i3 Mega 3D printer alongside other community resources, while the fully furnished kitchen makes it easier for members to spend extended periods working on projects and getting to know fellow enthusiasts.
If you’ve been looking for a community around a technical interest rather than learning entirely on your own, HackerspaceSG could be the place to start.
HackerspaceSG
Location: 200 Jln Sultan, #08-10 Textile Centre, Singapore 199018
Opening Hours: Publicly unavailable
4. Another New Haute
Cycling can start as a simple way to get around Singapore, but for some, it quickly becomes a full-blown hobby. Another New Haute caters to the latter, offering a cosy space created by cycling enthusiasts for fellow riders.
The shop was founded from a genuine passion for road cycling, with its team bringing 16 years of experience in the peloton into the business. Rather than approaching cycling purely as a retail category, Another New Haute aims to build a space where enthusiasts can share experiences, discover new gear and encourage one another to ride further.
Its selection includes cycling brands such as Albion, Zipp, Silca and Corima, with riding gear ranging from jerseys, shoes and base layers to accessories and maintenance tools. Cyclists can also browse brand-new wheels from Scope and Zipp.
For someone who is already cycling casually and wants to take the hobby more seriously, this can be a useful place to learn about the equipment and culture surrounding the sport. And because the shop is run by people who actually ride, conversations can go beyond simply picking out a new jersey.
Another New Haute
Location: 200 Jln Sultan, #01-09a Inside Waldgang Barber Shop, Singapore 199018
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday: 11 AM – 6 PM | Saturday-Sunday: 12 PM – 5 PM
Final Thoughts
A new hobby doesn’t necessarily have to begin with an expensive commitment or a perfectly planned routine. Sometimes, it’s as simple as signing up for a painting session, trying a Pilates class or walking into a community space because you’re curious about what happens there.
That’s perhaps the most appealing thing about Textile Centre’s hobby scene. These aren’t polished, one-size-fits-all experiences designed to make you feel like an expert overnight. They’re spaces where you can turn up as a beginner, get your hands dirty, ask questions and see where your curiosity takes you.
You might leave with a painting, a new cycling obsession or an unexpectedly technical project on your hands. Either way, that’s probably a better outcome than another evening spent wondering what to do with your free time.