IMPROV
Classes are currently on hold while we take some time to rest over the summer.
Registration for Fall classes will open August 4th.
BEGINNER IMPROV
Monday 6-8pm
IMPROVER IMPROV
Friday 6-8pm
INTERMEDIATE IMPROV
Wednesday 6-8pm
SHORT FORM PLAY
Tuesday 6-8pm
RETURNING STUDENTS
10% loyalty discount on one session and 20% off the second.
NEW STUDENTS
Take two sessions and save 10%.
“I was completely new to improv before signing up for beginner classes with Louise, and I was way out of my comfort zone. But I’m so happy that I took the leap - easily one of the best decisions that I’ve made lately!
Improv is incredibly liberating. It’s helped me tap into my creativity, become less afraid to make mistakes, and rediscover the joy of play. Louise is an excellent teacher - patient, empathetic and highly attuned to both individuals and the group dynamic. The class environment is welcoming, positive, and completely free of judgment.
If you’re curious about improv, I highly recommend going for it and signing up with Step Out!
–Declan McNee
“Every week I look forward to it. It is honestly so fun and refreshing. It gets you out of your comfort zone, without pressure and unease. Everyone is encouraging and welcoming, it is really a safe place, where you can play and have so much fun! What ever it is you are worried about, just stop overthinking it and join the improv class! You won't regret it”.
-Natacha Trottier
BEGINNER IMPROV
Monday’s 6-8pm
Taught by Louise Robinson and Zoe Long
WHERE: Squamish United Church (38014 Fourth Avenue)
WHEN: September 15- December 8th (12 weeks- excludes October 13th due to a public holiday)
INVESTMENT: $444+gst (payment plans accepted)
In the beginner Improv class the focus is on building confidence and fostering a supportive environment for exploration through laughter. Through group exercises and games you will be introduced to the foundations of improv such as “Yes, And”, spontaneity, active listening, being present in the moment, self awareness, vulnerability, taking risks, making and accepting offers. This class is all about stepping out of your comfort zone, trusting yourself and failing joyfully.
IMPROVER IMPROV
In the Improver Improv class you will build on the foundations and be introduced to or extended with character development. You will explore creating characters through internal motivations like point of view, status, emotions, and objectives – as well as the external ones like physicality and relationships to other characters. You will learn how to clearly establish the ‘who’ in scenes and define your character choices. You will also learn to create the environments your characters live in. This class will balance challenge and enjoyment, with an emphasis on nurturing creativity and refining the fundamentals.
Prerequisites: Must have completed the beginner course with Step Out! or elsewhere.
Friday’s 6-8pm
Taught by Louise Robinson
WHERE: Squamish United Church (38014 Fourth Avenue)
WHEN: September 19th-December 5th (12 weeks)
INVESTMENT: $444+gst (payment plans accepted)
• 10% loyalty discount applied to all continuing students
INTERMEDIATE IMPROV
In the Intermediate Improv class you will expand on character development into learning how to establish the ‘who/what/where’ in scenes. The focus is on story development establishing a beginning, middle and end in scenes while continuing to hold character. This class is for those who are looking to push their boundaries and explore new horizons through experimentation.
Prerequisites: Must have completed the beginner and improver courses with Step Out! or elsewhere.
Wednesday’s 6-8pm
Taught by Louise Robinson
WHERE: Squamish United Church (38014 Fourth Avenue)
WHEN: September 17th-December 3rd (12 weeks)
INVESTMENT: $444+gst (payment plans accepted)
• 10% loyalty discount applied to all continuing students
SHORT FORM PLAY
Tuesday’s 6-8pm
Taught by Louise Robinson and Crystal McIntyre
WHERE: Squamish United Church (38014 Fourth Avenue)
WHEN: September 9th-December 9th (excludes September 30th and November 11th due to public holidays)
INVESTMENT: $444+gst (payment plans accepted)
10% loyalty discount applied to all continuing students
This class will focus on short form improvisation, rotating through your favorite games. Emphasis will be on continuing to hone in on skills of conflict injection and story telling, while holding character and managing all foundations. The intention for this class is to develop advanced improv skills for performing improv to a live audience.
Prerequisites: Must have completed the beginner, improver and intermediate courses with Step Out! or elsewhere.
“Classes with Step Out! have been a tremendous joy and therapeutic experience. I so love getting to play and explore the vast array of expressions available to us. I have been gifted with an opportunity to completely surrender to the moment. Thank you Louise for creating a space for us to get silly, fun and expansive”.
–Kristina Salas
“I’ve had a blast doing Improv with Step Out! It’s been an amazing way to connect with others and get outside my own head, and it’s super fun! I’ve been amazed at how much it’s boosted my confidence outside of class too. It’s been really transformative for me. Thank you Louise/Step Out!”
-Angus Naismith