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IMPROV & SKETCH WRITING
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OUR PHILOSOPHY
Your child will develop their emotional intelligence, creativity, confidence, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication skills—all in a fun, supportive environment of ensemble-based games that are the foundation of improvisational theater.
YADA’s Improv Program curriculum is based on Viola Spolin’s theater games and the educational and social benefits of play. Considered the mother of improvisational theater, Spolin’s games and exercises have a focus—a problem for the players to solve together—by getting them out of their heads. We ask students to “think” less and respond with their imagination and heart while working with and learning from one another.
Spolin called transformation the heart of improvisation. You are never alone in an ensemble; what you have to offer the group is YOU, and we think that’s beautiful. Together we will make something amazing.
YADA’s improv teachers take students on a heart-and-soul adventure in a “Return to Play” environment rooted in the tenets of improvisation: agreement (Yes, and!), listening, and making your partner look good. Yes, through improv games we’re having a rockin’ good time—and!—together we’re building foundational life skills.
Classes for ages 6 and up are two hours. All weekly classes during the school year meet once a week, for seven weeks, and are broken up into age groups: 6–8, 9–12, and 13+. All classes will demonstrate what they’ve been working on for friends and family on the last day.
- SESSION 4 WEEKLY FALL CLASSES:
- Saturdays @ 3rd St | Sept 12-Oct 24 | 9-11am | Ages: 6-8, 9-12, 13+ | Tuition $427
- Sundays @ Studio City | Sept 13-Oct 25 | 9-11am | Ages: 6-8, 9-12 | Tuition $427
IMPROV WORKSHOP (not sure if you want a full class...try it first!)
4–6 PM | Ages 6–8, 9–12, 13–17 | $60 per date | 10% off for siblings
TRY something new! Get ready to think fast and have fun! Students play short-form improv games that spark creativity, build teamwork, and boost stage confidence. If you're thinking of taking our improv classes, this is a perfect way to see if you like it! Pssst, you're gonna love it.
3rd St. Dates: Oct 9 | Nov 6 & Dec 4 are 1st Fri due to holidays!)
Studio City Dates: Oct 10 | Nov 7 | Dec 5
FALL Comedy Sketch Writing
Does your kid crack everyone up? Do they have a YouTube channel, a TikTok account, or a group chat that deserves better content? This class is for them. Using a mix of SNL and Second City techniques, students use their imagination and improv instincts to write and perform original comedy sketches. You don't have to be a writer or an improviser; show up and learn how to use your imagination to create sketches with our fabulous teachers!
3RD ST LOCATION: 8115 W. 3rd St 90048
- Saturdays Ages 9-16 | Session 5
- Start: Sep 12 | End: Oct 24 | Class 9-11am
- SHOW: Oct 24
- Tuition: $427 + $35 materials fee
IMPROV SESSIONS
SESSION 4
THIRD STREET
Saturdays 9-11am
Ages: 6-8, 9-12, 13+
Start: Sep 12 | End: Oct 24
$427 (7 weeks)
SESSION 4
STUDIO CITY
Sundays 9-11am
Ages: 6-8, 9-12, 13+
Start: Sep 13 | End: Oct 25
$427 (7 weeks)
1-DAY WORKSHOP
THIRD STREET
Fridays 4p-6p
Ages: 6–8, 9–12, 13–17
Dates: Sept 11 | Oct 9 | Nov 6 | Dec 4
$60 per date | 10% off for siblings
ENROLLING NOW
SESSION 4
STUDIO CITY
Ages: 9-16
Start: Sep 13 | End: Oct 25
Class 9-11am
SHOW 1: Sept 27 at 10:30am
SHOW 2: October 25 at 10:30am
(This is an audition-only class)
Tuition: $427 (7 weeks)
Improv Advanced (Ages 9+)
Improv Advanced is an audition-based class for students ages 9 and up who have completed a minimum of three YADA Improv classes and are ready to take their skills to the next level. This elevated program moves beyond foundational short-form games and focuses on stronger scene work, richer character development, ensemble collaboration, and an introduction to long-form improv. Unlike our regular Improv classes, Improv Advanced includes two live performances, giving students multiple opportunities to apply what they’ve learned in front of an audience.
Throughout the session, performers will:
- Refine short-form improv with greater specificity and intention
- Develop believable, grounded characters
- Explore emotional truth and relationships in scenes
- Learn the building blocks of long-form improv
- Strengthen listening, teamwork, and stage awareness
- Set individual goals while supporting ensemble growth
AUDITIONS
- Auditions for Fall 2026 Advanced Improv Class are now closed.
There is a one-time $75 School Year Administration Fee that applies for WINTER, SPRING and FALL Sessions in 2026.
Summer Camps will have a separate $50 Administration Fee.
COME SEE OUR FAMILY FRIENDLY IMPROV SHOW!
Improv Pricing
- 7-Week Class Tuition: $427
- Improv Summer Camp Tuition: $465
- Comedy Sketch Writing Summer Camp Tuition: $465
- Musical Improv Summer Camp Tuition: $600
- There is a one-time $75 School Year Administration Fee that applies for WINTER, SPRING and FALL Sessions. Summer Camps will have a separate Administration Fee.