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In-Person Classes in the DC Area in Maryland and Northern Virginia: Annapolis, Arlington, Fairfax, Falls Church, Mosaic District, Reston
Why Learn Improv?
Anyone Can Learn Improv
You don't need to be a natural comedian. Just say the words 'Yes' + 'And' and you will be able to create an improv scene. From this simple Yes-And foundation, hilarious scenes will emerge. Our training will have you creating successful improv scenes within the very first class!
- Pick it up in Minutes
- Meet Fun New People
- Laugh Hard for 90 Minutes
Improv Helps at Work
The 'Yes-And' philosophy can be applied to the workplace for team building, collaboration, and creativity. Top corporations integrate improv into their training and development programs. We can help your organization discover these useful and fun skills!
- Helps with Presentation Skills
- Brainstorm More Effectively
- Improve Teamwork
Improv Helps with Life
You can meet new people, ease anxiety, and relieve stress after a long day of work.
Improv classes are often referred to as 'Recess for Adults', and 'Cheaper than Therapy'.
- Can Help with Anxiety
- Be Part of A Team
- Sparks Creativity
Improv Classes
We offer Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Improv Classes across the Washington DC Metro Area. It’s a great way to do meet new people!
New in-person Intro to Improv classes are now enrolling in Annapolis, and Easton in Maryland – and in Reston, Falls Church, Fairfax City, and Mosaic District in Northern Virginia.
INTRO TO IMPROV CLASSES
Learn the fundamentals of improv comedy including Yes-And, Got Your Back teamwork, creating characters on the fly, and recognizing and playing with scene game. No acting or comedy experience needed! We’ll teach you everything you need to know.
Mosaic District, VA
Intro to Improv
Tuesdays, December 3 - January 21
7:00pm to 8:30pm
Six Weeks - off Dec 24 & 31
8101a Lee Hwy
Falls Church, VA
Annapolis, MD
Intro to Improv
Wednesdays, January 8 - February 12
Six weeks
6:30pm to 8:00pm
111 Chinquapin Round Rd, Suite 208
Annapolis MD
NEW! Arlington, VA
Intro to Improv
Mondays, January 9 - February 13, 2025
Six weeks
6:30pm to 8:00pm
2116 19th St. N.
Arlington, VA
Reston / Herndon, VA
Intro to Improv
Thursdays, January 9 - February 13
Six weeks
8:00pm to 9:30pm
1615 Washington Plaza, Lake Anne Plaza
Reston, VA
Fairfax City, VA
Intro to Improv
Saturdays, January 11 - February 15
Six weeks
1:30pm to 3:00pm
3919 Blenheim Blvd, Suite 83-C,
Fairfax, VA
Falls Church, VA
Intro to Improv
Mondays, January 6 - February 10, 2025
Six weeks
8:00pm to 9:30pm
1057 Broad Street, Suite 216
Falls Church, VA
DROP-IN IMPROV CLASSES
Casual, drop-in classes with a rotating slate of improv lessons and formats for improvisers of any level, including brand-new improvisers! It’s a great way to try out improv before committing to a full six-week class as well as great practice for those who already have some experience.
Arlington, Virginia
Thursdays, Nov 7, Nov 14, Nov 21, Dec 5, Dec 12, Dec 19 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
2116 19th St N, Arlington, VA 22201
Weekly Drop-In Classes
UPPER LEVEL IMPROV CLASSES
Level 2 - Intermediate Improv
Expand your improv knowledge with new skills in playing with patterns, heightening, character creation, scene support, and environment. Pre-requisite: Intro to Improv or equivalent.
Level 2: Intermediate Improv
Reston
Wednesdays, January 9 - February 13 - 8pm to 9:30pm
Pre-requisite: Completion of Intro to Improv or Equivalent
Level 3 - Advanced Improv
Learn advanced improv skills including incorporating realistic emotions, group games, and bringing back recurring scenes, all in preparation for learning The Harold.
Level 3: Advanced Improv
Annapolis
Wednesdays, January 8 - February 12 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Pre-requisite: Completion of Level 2
Level 3: Advanced Improv
Falls Church
Mondays, Jan 6 to Feb 10 - 8pm to 9:30pm
Pre-requisite: Completion of Level 2
Improv Labs
Learn a variety of Intermediate and Advanced improv formats and skill sets.
Advanced Lab: Advanced Coaching
Falls Church
Mondays, Jan 6 to Feb 10 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Pre-requisite: Completion of Level 3: Advanced Improv
Advanced Lab: The Improvised Movie
Reston
Thursdays, Jan 9 to Feb 13 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Pre-requisite: Completion of Level 3: Advanced Improv
Intermediate Lab - Storytelling & Narrative
Fairfax
Saturdays, Jan 11 to Feb 15 10:30am to 12pm
Pre-requisite: Completion of Level 1: Intro to Improv
Advanced Lab - The Deconstruction
Fairfax
Saturdays, Jan 11 to Feb 15 12pm to 1:30pm
Six weeks - off January 25
Pre-requisite: Completion of Level 3: Advanced Improv
Musical Improv
Learn to build improvised musicals from thin air. No singing or musical abilities required.
Intro to Musical Improv
Annapolis
Wednesdays, January 8 - February 12 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Advanced Formats Lab
Annapolis
Wednesdays, Nov 6 to Dec 18 - 8pm to 9:30pm
Six weeks - off November 27
Pre-requisite: Completion of Level 3: Advanced Improv
Intro to Musical Improv
Reston - Coming Soon!
Tuesdays: Dates Feb TBA - 7pm to 8:30pm
ImprovQuest
Improv + RolePlaying Games
ImprovQuest: Level 1
Fairfax City
February 1 - March 8 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Six Weeks
Comprehenself Counseling, 3919 Blenheim Blvd, Suite 83-C, Fairfax, Virginia, 22030
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Improv for the Workplace
Bring some fun to your workplace! We offer workshops for companies and organizations to build teamwork, improve communication skills, and help with team-oriented creativity!