Improv Ignite

Act, react and embrace the unknown

improvisation workshop - team building

"Good improvisation is about being in the momemt and being aware fof your surroundings" Amy Poehler

Leave egos behind as you delve into the unknown as a team. No script, no map and only each other to help you get there…
 
Build on each other’s ideas and put your imaginations to the test with our most popular team building activity. Revisit the joy of free play though a series of structured exercises that will help your team connect on a personal level.
 
Under the guidance of an improv pro, you’ll play word games, think on your feet and rely on each other. Improv is the fun, fast-paced team activity your team didn’t know they’d love quite this much. Imaginative and awash with transferable skills for business, this a fun way for your team to spend time together.

In Improv Ignite your team will

  • Release team stress and connect on a personal level
  • Think creatively in the moment
  • Deepen personal connections through laughter and play
  • Boost decision-making in a fast-paced, creative setting
  • Develop listening skills and build on ideas
  • Increase resilience for the unknown
  • Enhance trust and communication skills
  • Thrive outside the comfort zone
  • AVAILABLE AS
  • Group
  • In-person
  • 1-2-1

Typical itinerary

Please note, itineraries are for illustrative purposes only.

14:00

Introducing Improvisation - warm-up games to set the approach

14:30

How to Think Creatively in a group setting

15:00

Establishing the scene and the importance of decision making

16:00

Action! Groups perform short improvised scenes to raucous applause

16:45

That's a wrap!

At a glance

  • Groups of 6+
  • Inspiring venues or in-house
  • 2-3 hours
  • Focused, fast-paced and fun

“I lead a multinational and multilingual finance team based in Denmark, Germany and the UK. We were looking for a fun and engaging activity, something for us to bond and get to know one another on a more personal level. We approached City Academy for some creative ideas and went with the theme of Improvisation. We had a very well planned and executed workshop – it was a fantastic experience for us and one that we are still talking about.”

Agnes Aszodi

CFO, Gumtree UK at eBay

Why Improvisation?

Undoubtedly one of our most enjoyable team experiences, City Academy’s Improv Ignite is also one of the most useful. Under the eye of a professional acting coach, each session introduces and develops a plethora of new skills. Improvisation requires being 100% present in the moment. You’ll learn heightened listening skills, efficiency, trust, innovative thinking, fast-paced decision-making and a positive attitude – all skills with direct relevance for the workplace.

Through a series of acting games and exercises involving word-play, body language and group storytelling, your team will be put through their creative paces.

Recent Improvisation Workshop Clients Include