Anxiety-Friendly Improv

Experience the fun of improv in an accepting, anxiety-friendly environment!

Learn how improv can boost your confidence and help you maneuver through your anxious moments!

This improv program maintains a high level of sensitivity for anxious, shy or self-conscious people who want to learn improv in an accepting, low-pressure environment with “like-feeling” people. In this workshop, we will review basic improv tenets that can be applied to your life to increase self-acceptance, stay in the present moment, and help improve feelings of anxiety.

This workshop series is also great for people who either have been a part of or who are THINKING of being a part of Improv Connect’s Mindful Improv Series (4-week version of Anxiety-Friendly programming) or Social Anxiety Improv Therapy Groups (10-week course, co-facilitated with psychologist). (Not required).

Personal note from Stephanie

Improv as an art form, philosophy and practice has greatly helped me with my social and generalized anxiety and I hope to share this practice in a way that will be equally impactful for you!

What to Expect

In our workshop, we will start by chatting then participate in a movement activity and a grounding technique. After that, we will do some fun group warm-ups and go from there. Between each activity, we'll check in briefly to talk about what we did and how everyone is feeling. I will have a variety of games and exercises "in my back pocket" so I can be responsive to the group's needs and comfort levels. If at any point you need a break or feel uncomfortable, feel free to tap me and let me know - or just say it aloud to the group.

Important note: This course is NOT therapy, nor does it substitute therapy.

Why take this course?

For fun and new experiences
Simply doing improv can help with anxiety
Having experiences with like-feeling people can be comforting

Participants

Any adult (18+) who experiences anxiety, shyness, or high levels of self-consciousness who wishes to experience improv with a group of people (and an improv coach) who understand their feelings, in a supportive, accepting environment.

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This improv program maintains a high level of sensitivity for anxious, shy or self-conscious people who want to learn improv in an accepting, low-pressure environment with “like-feeling” people.

In our workshop, we will start by chatting, then do some fun group warm-ups and go from there. Between each activity, we'll check in briefly to talk about what we did and how everyone is feeling. I will have a variety of games and exercises "in my back pocket" so I can be responsive to the group's needs and comfort levels! If at any point you need a break or feel uncomfortable, feel free to tap me and let me know - or just say it aloud to the group.

Personal note from Stephanie

Improv as an art form, philosophy and practice has greatly helped me with my social and generalized anxiety and I hope to share this practice in a way that will be equally impactful for you! I know it can feel like a risk doing this, but I will be there to gently guide you through it all and will maintain sensitivity to any needs expressed by you or the group.

Optional Donations

Donations are collected via Venmo, username @improvconnect. All donations cover the cost of operation (e.g., room rental, flyer printing, etc.).

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
A water bottle
A friend if you want to

Contact Information

Questions, Concerns, or Updates Before Workshop: If you need to update your registration or have any questions - or just want to chat - anytime before the workshop, please email Steph at steph@improvconnect.com.

Day-of-Workshop: If you are lost or are going to be unexpectedly late and want / need to check in, please text Steph with your name and message at (781) 864-8574.

All information below applies to Denver-based workshops. If signing up for the Fort Collins workshop, more information regarding location will be provided via email a few days before the workshop takes place, so please stay tuned!

Denver, CO Workshop Location

The Jester’s Palace

(formerly Bovine Theater)

1527 Champa St.

Denver, CO 80202

Getting to the Classroom

When you arrive, there will be a long stairway up to the main floor lobby area. I will wait for about 5-10 mins in the lobby until everyone arrives then show you to our classroom, so please do your best to be on time. If you arrive late, don't worry - one of the theater owners will be there to direct you to our room.

Parking

METERED PARKING IS FREE ON SUNDAYS! There is no designated parking for this downtown theater (near 16th St.), so please leave a little bit of extra time to find either a nearby metered or garage spot and then walk to the theater. I typically find parking 5-10 mins away.