By blending emphasis on storytelling and strong scene work with the essentials of comedic theory and performance technique, The School of Improv classes offer a unique perspective on improv for performers at all levels that you won't find anywhere else. The SFCC offers two classes, and enrolled students receive free admission to SFCC shows and discounts on monthly workshops.
From those dead set on a career in comedy, friends that just want to have a good time, to people that just want to be more relaxed and natural in front of groups, The School of Improv can help get you there.
The Skills is the starting point, where you’ll learn the fundamentals of improvisation, and feel more spontaneous and creative onstage and off! The Shark covers the style of comedic longform improv that was made famous in Chicago, and is one of the most popular and rewarding types of improv you’ll ever attempt. The first class of each The Skills session meets on the following nights with The Shark classes happening the Monday night before.
- Session 1 starts Tuesday, January 8th
- Session 2 starts Tuesday, February 12th
- Session 3 starts Tuesday, March 18th
- Session 4 starts Tuesday, April 22nd
- Session 5 starts Tuesday, May 27th
- Session 6 starts Tuesday, July 1st
- Session 7 starts Tuesday, August 5th
- Session 8 starts Tuesday, September 9th
- Session 9 starts Tuesday, October 14th
- Session 10 starts Tuesday, November 18th
WHERE ARE THE CLASSES LOCATED?
All School of Improv classes are taught out of the San Francisco Comedy College at 414 Mason St. on the 7th Floor of the Native Sons Building (at the intersection of Mason and Geary, next to Ruby Skye nightclub) near Union Square in San Francisco.
HOW LONG DO CLASSES RUN?
During each class session, you and your classmates will meet with an instructor once a week (for five weeks) for 2 1/2 hours. You may not join in the middle of a session without contacting the instructor first.
HOW MUCH DO CLASSES COST?
All sessions cost $225. This includes not only the cost of the classes but also guarantees you free admission to all San Francisco Comedy College shows and discounts on monthly workshops.
WHEN AND HOW DO I PAY?
Class payment is due on the first class of your session. We currently accept: Visa, MC, Checks (made payable to the SF Comedy College) and of course, cash.
HOW DO I REGISTER FOR A CLASS?
You can register for any of the improv classes via email with classes@spf7.org. Spaces fill up quickly; we recommend registering for a session a month ahead of time.
WHAT CLASS SHOULD I START WITH?
Even if you’ve taken improv classes before, there is a large vocabulary of ideas and thought established in the Skills that are built upon in later classes. Even if you’re well past the beginner level, you’ll find The Skills extremely worthwile.
I STILL HAVE QUESTIONS!
Please email sammy@spf7.org with your question!