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About the Course
Grow Through Play is where the principles of improvisation meet the practice of being human.
Over nine weeks, we'll explore the timeless principles of improvisation through embodied exercises, collaborative games, scene work, and guided reflection. Each week introduces a new concept designed to strengthen your presence, confidence, creativity, communication, and capacity for meaningful connection—on stage and in everyday life.
This is not an improv class — it's a course in living well through the practice of improvisation.
Working in an intimate cohort of up to 14 participants, you'll build lasting relationships while developing the tools to become more adaptable, expressive, and fully yourself. Along the way, you'll discover that play isn't simply something we do—it's one of the most powerful ways we learn, connect, and grow.
The journey culminates in a joyful community showcase at the outstanding AWKN Ranch where you'll celebrate everything you've created together alongside friends, family, and the wider community.
The principles of improvisation. The practice of being human.
We will cover:
Listening, sensing, and responding to each other
Staying grounded in ever-changing circumstances
How avoid “freeze” or “overwhelm” moments
How to break through emotional blocks
How to follow your intuition
The structures and roles of storytelling
Advanced “playcraft” moves to maximize fun!
The 9-Week Curriculum
Week 1 — Know Who You Are
Clarity is a gift — and a magnet.
Discover your unique perspective, stay grounded in uncertainty, and learn the foundational principle of "Yes, And."
Week 2 — Express Yourself
Take your goof for a walk.
Build confidence through play, release self-judgment, and develop the courage to express yourself authentically.
Week 3 — Listen & Respond
Connection begins beneath the words.
Develop deep listening, emotional awareness, and the ability to respond authentically in the moment.
Week 4 — Relationships & Teamwork
The scene succeeds before you do.
Learn trust, collaboration, status, and the art of creating something greater than yourself.
Week 5 — Find the Game
Life reveals itself through patterns.
Recognize the hidden games inside conversations, relationships, and everyday life.
Week 6 — Play the Mystery
Life isn't something to solve — it's something to discover.
Release control, trust emergence, and learn to navigate the unknown with curiosity and presence.
Week 7 — Playcraft
Shape the story without forcing it.
Learn advanced improvisational tools for creating compelling scenes, stories, and shared experiences.
Week 8 — Integration Lab
Trust what you've practiced.
Integrate every principle through guided play, long-form improvisation, and collaborative exploration.
Week 9 — Live Showcase
The audience isn't judging you—they're rooting for you.
Celebrate your growth in a joyful public performance that brings the entire journey to life.