Why Learn Improv
Our Foundation Improv classes teach you all the fundamentals of good long-form improv. Starting with no-experience-necessary Level 1, you’ll learn the core skills of listening, ‘yes and’, support and discovery. In level 2 you’ll dive deeper into on-stage performance, creating characters and performing as a group. And in Level 3 we introduce you to the comedic engine of improv scenes at The FA - Game!
Improv helps to expand your creativity and build confidence across a wide range of skills. Whether you’re looking to enhance your on-stage performance, improve your writing, or simply feel more comfortable telling a story at a party, improv has something to offer.
Learning to trust that you can step into the unknown—with nothing prepared—and figure it out on the spot does wonders for your brain, helping you think more flexibly, respond more confidently, and embrace new challenges with ease.
Great For:
★ Building Confidence
★ Living in the Moment
★ Having Fun and Meeting People
★ Becoming a Better Performer
“Ambika credits her organic impulses on screen to her comedy background, a mix of sketch shows, stand-up and improv. In 2024, her group, the Free Association, performed at the Edinburgh Fringe for a fourth time (post–One Day, their shows all sold out). “
“Improv made me a better writer, it made me a better performer, it made me more relaxed on stage,” she says. “It made me more relaxed coming into auditions, knowing that I could just deal with anything that came out.”
FA Alumni Ambika Mod in GQ
Foundation Improv Classes
0. Taster Class (Optional)
Try us out before you join a full class!
One Off 90 Minute Class
This class is a great way to discover improv in a fun, supportive, one-off class. Come alone, or bring a friend!
£20
1: Intro to Long Form Improv
No experience necessary
£325
2.Scenework
If you’ve trained improv elsewhere, you might be able to join us here…
8 week courses or 4 day intensives
The course covers the FA approach to scene fundamentals, committing to relatable grounded base realities, acting in improv, and an introduction to playing the Game of the scene.
£325
3.Game
Complete this course to move onto performance pathways…
8 week courses or 4 day intensives |
Level 3 Game is a look into the ‘Game of the Scene’ and the FA approach to comedy, with a focus on finding and repeating comedic patterns, character point of view, heightening the Game, and the voice-of-reason.
£335
Ready for something more advanced?
Google Reviews
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The FA is an incredible hub of vibrancy, talent, imagination and hard work. A place for a great night out with friends or to explore your own creativity.
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Sam Hampson
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I had so much fun during the courses at the FA. Brilliant and dedicated teachers combined with lovely people in the classes.
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Mariam Osman
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The FA is the best damn place for improv in London. Go see a show, get excited, take a class, get addicted and then spend the rest of your life being silly with people on stage.
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Laura Rogers
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Classes are always a highlight of my week! Thoroughly recommend signing up for a taster session if you're interested
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Dan White
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Such fun course and dedicated teachers. Go get yourself a treat and learn Improv with the FA!
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Alexandre Caillol
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The best improv in London! The training is fantastic - consistent and thorough, and the people are a right laugh and super friendly.
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Caroline Amer
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I've loved taking classes at the FA - loads of fun but also a really clear and well-designed programme. Recommend!
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Ben Hadley
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Hilarious shows & brilliant classes and teaching staff! If you want to watch or learn improv, the FA is the place to go
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Ruby St. Leger
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I've done Level 1 and 2, and will keep going! The teachers are great, the atmosphere is great, and really like the how the classes are structured.
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Brian Law
