Workshops for Schools
Enhance students' creativity, confidence, and teamwork abilities through a fun and interactive learning experience.
Ignite your students' creativity, confidence, and teamwork abilities with our interactive and fun improv workshops. Our experienced facilitators create a safe and supportive environment where students can explore their imagination, take risks, and collaborate with others. With a focus on critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills, our workshops help students to excel academically and socially.
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We offer a range of workshops, all based on the power of improvisation. These contain a variety of interactive exercises, role-playing, and group activities, and can either be run as stand-alone workshops, or more extensive multi-session courses.
Communication & Listening Skills
Enhance student communication and understanding
This workshop cultivates students' communication by developing active listening and genuine responses. Through engaging exercises that promote presence and honest reactions, participants will learn to convey ideas clearly and actively listen to others. The result is improved peer relationships, effective conflict resolution, and strengthened group communication and empathy.
This workshop is appropriate for all groups, but may be particularly beneficial for:
Students engaged in group projects, enhancing teamwork and cooperation
Student leadership groups, fostering communication and understanding among members
Classes focusing on peer collaboration, promoting a supportive learning environment
Creativity & Innovation
Spark student creativity for innovative thinking
Designed to unlock students' creative potential, this workshop fosters a culture of innovation, encouraging the generation and embrace of new ideas. Participants will learn to support risk-taking and experimentation while tapping into their own creativity. This collaborative environment encourages breakthroughs and growth, setting the stage for transformative solutions.
This workshop is appropriate for all groups, but may be particularly beneficial for:
Art, design, and music classes, inspiring students to think outside the box
Science and technology courses, promoting inventive problem-solving
English and writing classes, stimulating imaginative storytelling and creative expression
Leadership & Decision-Making
Foster student leadership and confident choices
Focusing on leadership skills, this workshop instills confidence in delegation, quick-thinking, and decision-making. Through hands-on activities, participants learn to take calculated risks, make bold choices, and foster strong, productive teams. Collaborative techniques enable effective leadership, inspiring peers, and ensuring confident decisions even under pressure.
This workshop is appropriate for all groups, but may be particularly beneficial for:
Student council members, enhancing their ability to lead and guide their peers
Club and extracurricular activity leaders, empowering them to make confident decisions
Students in leadership roles within group projects, boosting decision-making and collaboration
Public Speaking & Presentation Skills
Engage audiences with confidence and clarity
Enhancing public speaking and presentation abilities, this workshop builds confidence and articulation through immersive exercises. Participants learn to connect with audiences and think on their feet, mastering clear, concise communication for impactful presentations. They'll also gain the skills to confidently contribute during class discussions and group projects, making their voices heard.
This workshop is appropriate for all groups, but may be particularly beneficial for:
Debate team members, refining their argumentation and presentation skills
Students preparing for oral presentations, ensuring clear and engaging delivery
Participants in school assemblies or events, confidently addressing their peers and faculty
Collaboration & Teamwork
Foster unity, trust, and academic success
Promoting collaboration, this workshop helps students build trust and support in group settings through interactive activities. By developing effective teamwork skills and fostering a collaborative culture, participants experience increased productivity, improved decision-making, and a positive learning environment, leading to the achievement of common goals.
This workshop is appropriate for all groups, but may be particularly beneficial for:
Sports teams and extracurricular groups, enhancing teamwork and cooperation
Classes working on group projects, promoting collaboration and shared success
Students participating in school-wide events, encouraging unity and a sense of community
Relaxation & Team Bonding
Rejuvenate and strengthen student connections
Focusing on relaxation and bonding, this workshop offers a lighthearted setting for stress relief and student connection. Improv exercises encourage laughter and support, enabling participants to unwind, build relationships, and rediscover the joy of 'play.' Engaging group activities and team-building games create a fun atmosphere that strengthens student bonds and fosters a supportive learning environment.
This workshop is appropriate for all groups, but may be particularly beneficial for:
High-stress academic programs to provide stress relief and bonding opportunities for students under pressure.
New student cohorts seeking to facilitate relationship-building and support among new classmates.
Team-building retreats or orientation events aiming to encourage bonding in a fun atmosphere for a cohesive group experience.
If you're unsure which workshop would best suit your group, please get in touch and we'll provide recommendations based on your individual needs.
Eight Week Course
In addition to the soft skill development workshops above, we also offer groups an 8-week version of our Introduction to Improvised Comedy course.
Introduction to Improvised Comedy
Learn the basics of improv with your team
Experience the transformative power of improv as you and your group develop essential skills in active listening, collaboration, and adaptability, all while having a blast in a fun and supportive environment. Combining comedy and professional skill-building, this course will boost teamwork and innovation while providing a great time for all participants. Discover the joy of spontaneous creation in an exhilarating atmosphere, and unlock the individual and collective potential of your group.
Conferences & Events
We also offer condensed one-hour versions of our workshops, appropriate for conferences and large-scale events.
60-Minute Spark
Igniting Innovation, Building Connections, and Driving Professional and Personal Growth
Transform your conference experience with our industry-tailored, large-group improv workshop. Engage attendees with immersive, cooperative exercises designed to ignite innovative thinking and build meaningful connections. Enrich your event by equipping participants with actionable insights and techniques that can be applied to their professional and personal lives, driving lasting impact and promoting growth in their respective fields.
We'll provide multiple instructors for this workshop, so your attendees can be broken up into smaller groups for a more enriched experience.
What is improv?
Improv (short for ‘improvisation or ‘improvised comedy’) is a creative and spontaneous performance art-form that's practiced worldwide. Its principles can also help foster cohesive and innovative spaces, making it an excellent training and skill development tool in the corporate world, schools, and team environments. Our workshops focus on developing personal and professional skills like flexibility, teamwork, and problem-solving by embracing the unexpected.
Key benefits
Improve communication
Our improvisation training can help students to improve their communication skills and build confidence in all areas of life. By practicing spontaneous communication and public speaking in a safe and supportive environment, students learn to express themselves more clearly, listen actively, and respond authentically. Improvisation also helps to overcome fear of failure and social anxiety, leading to more confident and effective communication both inside and outside the classroom.
Increase teamwork
Improvisation is a great way to promote teamwork and active listening among students. By participating in our workshops, students will learn how to collaborate, build on each other's ideas, and work together towards a common goal. Our exercises are designed to promote mutual support and trust, fostering a positive and inclusive classroom culture. Students will also develop their creativity and adaptability, which are essential skills for effective teamwork in school and beyond.
Create positive and supportive environments
Improvisation is not only beneficial for improving academic skills, but also for enhancing overall well-being. Our workshops provide a space for students to let go of stress, have fun, and connect with others on a deeper level. Improvisation also promotes mindfulness and presence, which can help to reduce anxiety and increase resilience. By creating a positive and supportive environment, our workshops can help to improve student well-being and foster a more positive school experience.
Our workshops help participants:
Work as a team
Improve listening
Communicate clearly
Adapt to change
Respond in the moment
Enhance confidence
Think on their feet
Spark creativity
Take risks
Contact us to start planning your session.
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