Skool Hobby Plan (New) — Just $9/Month
The community-building space just got a major shakeup. Skool, the platform that’s been quietly revolutionizing how creators build and monetize online communities, has dropped a game-changing pricing update that’s sending ripples through the industry.
Enter the Skool Hobby Plan — a new tier that puts professional-grade community building within reach of every aspiring creator for just $9 per month.
What’s Included?
1: Includes all features
2: Unlimited Members
3: Unlimited Courses
4: 1 Admin
5: 10% transaction fee
The Barrier That Just Crumbled
For years, the biggest complaint about Skool was its single $99/month pricing tier. While packed with features, that price point locked out solo creators, hobbyists, and anyone testing the waters of community building.
You either committed to nearly $1,200 annually upfront or stayed on the sidelines watching others build thriving communities.
That barrier has officially crumbled.
The new Hobby Plan delivers 90% of Skool’s functionality for just $9 monthly, with the main trade-off being a 10% transaction fee instead of the Pro Plan’s 2.9%.
For creators just starting their journey, this represents a fundamental shift in accessibility.
What You Actually Get for $9
Don’t mistake “Hobby Plan” for “stripped-down version.” You’re getting 90% of the platform — enough to build, grow, and monetize your community without feeling limited.
Here’s what’s included:
Community Features: The full social experience that makes Skool special — threaded discussions, member profiles, and the gamification system that keeps engagement high. You can build genuine connections and foster meaningful conversations from day one.
Course Creation Tools: Upload unlimited courses, create structured learning paths, and deliver content that transforms your expertise into revenue. The classroom feature works identically to the Pro Plan.
Event Management: Schedule and host live events, Q&A sessions, and community calls with automatic timezone calculations and reminder systems. Perfect for building that crucial real-time connection with your audience.
Mobile Experience: Your community works seamlessly across devices, ensuring members can engage whether they’re at their desk or on the go.
Basic Integrations: Connect with essential tools through Zapier and webhooks to automate your community management workflow.
The main differences? Hobby plan communities use longer, less branded URLs, and you’ll pay that 10% transaction fee instead of 2.9%.
For most starting creators, these are minor inconveniences compared to the massive cost savings.
Who the Hobby Plan is perfect for
This plan is brilliantly suited for:
— New creators testing an idea (book clubs, craft classes, photography circles).
— Coaches running low-cost cohorts or group programmes.
— Small businesses that want a single, tidy place for members and courses without heavy overhead.
If you’re experimenting, the low monthly commitment lets you validate demand before committing to a larger investment.
The Economics That Make Sense
Let’s talk math. On the Pro Plan, you’re paying $99 monthly plus 2.9% transaction fees.
On the Hobby Plan, you’re paying $9 monthly plus 10% transaction fees. The break-even point? Around $1,286 in monthly revenue.
If you’re generating less than that, the Hobby Plan saves you money. If you’re making more, you can upgrade to Pro at any time — no penalties, no complications.
Most importantly — you’re not locked in. When your group scales and your revenue increases, you can upgrade anytime.
This pricing structure aligns perfectly with creator growth patterns. Start small, test your concept, build your audience, then scale your investment as your revenue grows.
Why This Changes Everything
People earn full-time incomes building on Skool, but until now, the entry barrier prevented many from even attempting it.
The $9 Skool Hobby Plan removes that friction entirely.
Consider the alternative costs: A basic course platform like Teachable starts at $39/month. Add a community platform like Circle ($39/month), email marketing tools ($20/month), and payment processing — you’re easily at $100+ monthly before earning a dollar.
Skool’s Hobby Plan delivers all these functions integrated seamlessly for under ten bucks.
The platform’s strength lies in its simplicity. Unlike legacy platforms with cumbersome feature sets, Skool focuses on what matters most: engagement, learning, and monetization. You won’t spend weeks learning complex systems or wrestling with integrations.
Perfect for the Modern Creator Economy
Today’s creator economy rewards authenticity, expertise, and community over polish and production value.
The Hobby Plan fits this reality perfectly — it’s accessible enough for the side-hustler testing a community idea, yet powerful enough to support serious business growth.
Whether you’re a fitness coach wanting to build a supportive community around your programs, a business consultant creating a mastermind group, or an artist teaching your craft, the Hobby Plan provides the foundation you need without the financial pressure.
The Strategic Play
Skool’s Hobby Plan isn’t just about accessibility — it’s a strategic masterpiece. By removing the price barrier, they’re dramatically expanding their user base while creating a natural upgrade path.
As creators grow and generate more revenue, that 10% fee becomes expensive, making the Pro Plan upgrade feel like a smart business decision rather than a forced expense.
This approach builds loyalty and creates a sustainable growth model for both Skool and its creators. Everyone wins.
Ready to Build Your Community?
The creator economy is booming, but community building has remained frustratingly expensive and complex. Skool’s Hobby Plan changes that equation entirely.
For the price of two fancy coffees per month, you get access to a platform that’s helped creators build six and seven-figure businesses.
Get started with a 14-day free trial to test every feature before committing a single dollar. No hidden fees, no surprise charges, and you can cancel anytime.
The question isn’t whether you can afford to try Skool’s $9 Hobby Plan — it’s whether you can afford not to. Your community is waiting.
