My new hobby

Today, I decided to try something new and it turned out to be an interesting experience. I went to play table tennis for the first time and what made the experience even better was discovering a basketball court and recreational centre that I never knew existed. Sometimes, we get so caught up in our daily routines that we forget there are places around us where we can relax and try something different.
I had always known about table tennis, of course but watching people play and actually holding a table tennis bat yourself are two different experiences. When I got there I realised that the game required more than simply hitting a small ball across a table. I was so bad initially, i didn’t know how to play, it looked easier when i was watching them play and it was quite the exercise, because before i knew it i was already sweating alot, like really sweating. I never knew table tennis could be this tasking.
What I enjoyed most was the opportunity to do something different from my usual routine when it came to exercise because im mostly a running type of guy, cardio and all. This taught me not to underestimate any type of sport to be honest and i loved my experience because the person i was paired with was really patient with me and did not complain one bit when he was playing with me and was sort of coaching me and letting me learn at my own pace. I also felt really good of my body as the first thing i did when i got back was to take a really nice shower and it felt like i had earned it. LOL.
I think I might have found myself a new hobby because when i went there i really didn’t have a table tennis bat to play with but someone was nice enough to lend me theirs and i used thieirs to practise, of course i would eventually have to buy mine and get mine if i am to be serious about learning how to play. I mean i dint even know how but m tiktok feed now is all about table tennis, i dont even know how the app knew that i have taken an interest in table tennis, its like their is a spy app on my phone monitoring what i do, Lol. I would definitely love to improve my table tennis skills, and perhaps I will explore the gym and its other facilities as well. Who knows? This little experience might be the beginning of a new routine that helps me stay active, meet new people, and enjoy my free time a little more and also their is a basketball court at the vicinity, i also watch a lot of basketball and i like it but unfortunately i am not tall enough to play basketball.
Have you ever tried a new activity and ended up discovering something you really enjoyed? Especially in the realm of sports and for those who play table tennis, how long did it take you to become good at it? I would love to hear your experiences and any tips you might have for a beginner like me!