CORPORATE TRAINING

APPLIED IMPROVISATION FOR BUSINESS

WHAT IS AN APPLIED IMPROVISATION WORKSHOP?

In a nutshell:

Applied improvisation takes the principles, ideas and skillset of improvisation and applies them beyond the theatre to create personal or team development. An applied improvisation workshop is a fast and effective way to create meaningful change and profound learning.

WHAT CAN YOUR BUSINESS GET FROM AN APPLIED IMPROVISATION WORKSHOP?

In a nutshell:

An Improvisation session will impact on the effectiveness of both the team and the individual on a huge variety of themes.

WHAT DOES AN APPLIED IMPROVISATION WORKSHOP LOOK LIKE?

In a nutshell:

People are engaged in lots of practical exercises in pairs and groups, followed by debriefs to maximise the impact and extract the key takeaways. Sessions can be designed for any size of group or any amount of time.

WHY PICK AN IMPROVISATION WORKSHOP OVER OTHER TRAINING?

In a nutshell:

It’s effective, it’s fun, it’s practical, it’s inclusive, and anyone can do it. Improv is a dynamic experiential type of learning that harnesses how the brain works most effectively for fast impactful learning.  

Our Team

Team and self-development can be challenging, but we are experts in establishing a warm and positive training environment allowing people to step out of their comfort zone and try out some new skills and new ways of behaving. 

Our teachers have a diverse background beyond improvisation, and most have non-performance degrees, including Computer science, Maths & Philosophy, Business Management, etc. As such, they are experts at coaching people of all backgrounds and helping them to get stuck in and have some fun.

1. TEAM BUILDING

In a nutshell:

An improvisation session for team-building combines all the fun of gaming events like paintballing or bowling, and creative activities like drumming or ice-sculpting but also adds real practical benefits, and a new applicable skillset to develop better communication and collaboration and make the most of a team’s potential.

2. ONBOARDING NEW STAFF

In a nutshell:

An improvisation session allows new staff to accelerate through the induction process, developing trust and building meaningful relationships.

3. CREATIVITY & INNOVATION

In a nutshell:

A session for creativity and innovation taps into the creative process innate in improvisation. From generating ideas faster and more effectively, through to their development and refinement. We’ll also explore how to deal with creative blocks and the inhibitors to a truly innovative workplace.

4. COMMUNICATION & PRESENTATIONS

In a nutshell:

Improvisation is all about interaction, collaboration, and performance. A session for communication & presentations shines a light on the interactions we have in the workplace and refines them to achieve better meetings and day to day relationships with colleagues, and better pitches and presentations with clients.

5. STORYTELLING

In a nutshell:

Stories are the most powerful and memorable ways to communicate. A storytelling session will teach you how to build compelling stories that are both authentic and deliver your message.

6. WELL-BEING

In a nutshell:

Improv Training can be the perfect addition to your well-being programme.

7. ICE BREAKER SESSIONS

In a nutshell:

An improvisation ice-breaker session can add energy, light relief, get everyone relaxed and chatting and prepared for any training session, conference and exhibition.

8. VIRTUAL SESSIONS

In a nutshell:

When face to face sessions are inconvenient or impossible we can move online to deliver engagement, connection, creativity, storytelling, help with well-being and much more.

9. OTHER SESSIONS

In a nutshell:

Every improvisation by its very nature involves enhancing collaboration and creativity, but as well as the themes outlined already, we have many other off the peg, standalone sessions and can also tailor a session or programme to explore different topics specific to your needs.