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You Can Teach Improv (Yes, You!): The Ultimate Guide to Class Planning, Skill Building, and Helping Every Student Leave With a Win Paperback – November 20, 2024

by Andrew Berkowitz (Author)
5.0 out of 5 stars 22 ratings
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“Exceedingly handy!” – Jill Bernard, International Improv Teacher and Performer

Learn the secrets of improv teaching today!

Whether you’re just starting out or leveling up, this book unlocks your inner instructor and helps you to deliver memorable, effective, and fun classes.

You’ll learn to:

  • Pick a focused, engaging class topic
  • Identify and sharpen essential skills
  • Craft winning exercises
  • Build a killer syllabus
  • Plan everything you need
  • Run a fun, well-organized workshop
  • Side coach with grace and finesse
  • Support every type of student
  • Keep the energy rolling
  • Lead an unforgettable class

“I really wish there had been a resource like this when I started.” – Ria Toricelli, Creative Director, Shore Thing Theater

Andrew Berkowitz is Artistic Director Emeritus at ComedySportz Portland and a teacher and performer at theaters and festivals around the world.

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  5. ISBN-10
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  6. ISBN-13
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The book will teach you how to...

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Pick a Winning Topic

Make your class focused and actionable, so students leave with a win. No more vague class topics.

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Build Your Syllabus

Everything you need to know to turn your topic into skills and your skills into actions.

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Run an Amazing Class

Get started on the right foot, handle students, keep things moving, and have tons of fun.

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Side Coach with Confidence

Help to steer students in the right direction so they build new mental pathways.

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For anyone who wants to get started (or get better) at teaching improv

Discover the essential tools and insider tips that will take your improv teaching from unsure to unforgettable!

This book is for you if...

  • You're teaching-curious. Learn why you don't have to be a great improviser to start on your teaching journey.
  • You haven't taught yet. And you think you're ready to start.
  • You've taught a little bit. And you'd like to gain more confidence.
  • You're an experienced teacher. And you'd like to increase your skills and knowledge.

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Teach awesome classes that your students love

Be the teacher that your students love taking classes from. Leave them energized and excited, with newfound skills and a sense of confidence.

This book teaches you everything you need to know to run fun, focused, successful classes where everyone leaves with a win—including you!

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Andrew Berkowitz (November 20, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 170 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0997198311
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0997198317
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.2 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.39 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    5.0 out of 5 stars 22 ratings

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Andrew Berkowitz is a serial entrepreneur and founder of TeamSnap and Suggestion Ox. As a 25-year veteran improviser, he performs and teaches all over the world. He lives in Richmond, Virginia, USA, with a dog, two cats, and one girlfriend.

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Customers find the book effective, with one mentioning it works well for new teachers. Moreover, the content is concise and easy to read. Additionally, they appreciate the book's accessibility, with one customer noting it's suitable for all levels of improvisors.

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Customers find the book effective and practical, with one customer noting it works well for new teachers, while another mentions it serves as a great resource for all improvisers.

"...It is useful and accessible to all levels of improvisors." Read more

"...Smart and insightful. Honestly, even if you aren’t yet planning to teach, this book is a great resource for all improvisers." Read more

"...what they know - this book will improve your playing, calling, explaining and enjoying the art of improvisation." Read more

"I teach and facilitate improv. Andrew’s methodology works for new teachers and can refresh the approach of experienced hands...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the book's content, finding it well-written and concise, with one customer noting it is easy to read.

"I appreciate how easy this book is to read and how it’s even easier to apply the information in it...." Read more

"...He’s an exceptional performer, teacher and writer. This book reflects all of that in concise and practical manner. Smart and insightful...." Read more

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3 customers mention "Improvisation ability"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's approach to improvisation, finding it accessible and engaging, with one customer noting it is suitable for all levels of improvisors.

"...It is useful and accessible to all levels of improvisors." Read more

"...Accessible, engaging, and easily applicable. The chapter on sidecoaching, alone, is worth the purchase. Highly recommend." Read more

"...book will improve your playing, calling, explaining and enjoying the art of improvisation." Read more

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Easy to read and understand with helpful guidance. I have been teaching for a while and this is a really lovely beginner's book to help build confidence in someone who is new to teaching. I have been recommending it to anyone ready to make the transition from performer to teacher.
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  • weissa33
    5.0 out of 5 stars Well-written and practical
    Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2024
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    I appreciate how easy this book is to read and how it’s even easier to apply the information in it. It is useful and accessible to all levels of improvisors.
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  • Hocus Harrington
    5.0 out of 5 stars Accessible, engaging, applicable
    Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2025
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    The very structure of this book models the principles it teaches. Accessible, engaging, and easily applicable. The chapter on sidecoaching, alone, is worth the purchase. Highly recommend.
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  • Mike McNeil
    5.0 out of 5 stars An improv book actually worth buying
    Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2024
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    And I own like 20. I’ve had the very funny honor and privilege of sharing the stage with Andy. He’s an exceptional performer, teacher and writer. This book reflects all of that in concise and practical manner. Smart and insightful. Honestly, even if you aren’t yet planning to teach, this book is a great resource for all improvisers.
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  • Lynneda J Denny
    5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful Yes, anding!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2024
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    One learns more when one teaches what they know - this book will improve your playing, calling, explaining and enjoying the art of improvisation.
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  • Ref
    5.0 out of 5 stars Clear, concise, helpful!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2024
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    I teach and facilitate improv. Andrew’s methodology works for new teachers and can refresh the approach of experienced hands.

    Highly recommended!
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  • Nat Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars NOT just for teachers!
    Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2024
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    Yes, it’s going to help you teach. But also read the book if you are a student and you will get lessons on how to be a better improviser. I was lucky enough to be in a class or two with Andy. Students should read this too!
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  • Carolyn Ramsey
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent tools you can easily apply to teaching.
    Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2024
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    Whether you have already been teaching or are looking to begin, this book provides tools and concepts you can use and apply to make you a better teacher and provide a great experience for your students!
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  • Coleman O
    5.0 out of 5 stars What're you waiting for? He said YOU!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2025
    Andy writes in such a way that makes you feel like a friend is simultaneously casually AND passionately chatting with you about something they're so very excited to share with you. I was quite terrified of teaching an improv class, but after reading this book, I was excited at the opportunity. I have zero regrets about getting into teaching and a majority of the thanks goes to the guidance received from this book. Thanks, Andy!
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