Improv Classes

Improv Classes and Workshops

Join our upcoming improv classes and workshops to enhance your skills. All classes are taught in English!

Improv Workshop: The Armando

Hosted by Rob Norman

Date and time: Thu 11 September | 17:30 - 20:30 PM

Location: Johanneksen koulutalo
(Postikatu 2, 33100 Tampere)

Workshop Description:

The Armando combines storytelling and long form improv. Participants will learn the ingredients of a compelling story and how to turn these real-life stories into hilarious heightened improv scenes. The Armando is one of the most accessible and popular forms in the world.

About Rob Norman

Rob Norman is a producer at CBC Original Podcasts who has created such critically acclaimed hits as PERSONAL BEST and LIMITED CAPACITY. He's the author of Improvising Now: A Practical Guide for Modern Improvisation, as well as an instructor and director at the Second City Toronto. In addition to producing The Backline weekly podcast, Rob is a Canadian Screen Award winner for his performance on CityTV’s Sunnyside.

Price: 50€

Improv Class: Level Up!

Hosted by Janne Lesonen, Jutta Tilvis, and Juho Korhonen

Date and time:
Thursdays Oct 1 through Nov 26 | 18:00 - 20:30 PM

Location:
Johanneksen koulutalo (Postikatu 2, 33100 Tampere)

Class description:

Has it been way too long since your last improv scene? You dozed off and now it’s been months or even years? Perhaps you want to kick your improv up a notch? This course is for you: Level Up! A 9-week course with 3 different teachers sharing their unique view.

In this course, you get to revise the basics and further build your improvisational skills to create scenes that pop! We will explore scene structures and dynamics, and learn how to support your brilliant scene partner in their glorious choices!

Don't miss out on this chance to level up your improv mind and step into the world of laughter. Reserve your spot today and get ready for nine weeks of fun, laughter, and unforgettable scenes!

Additional information

The maximum number of participants is 14 and the minimum is 11. Last sign-up date is Tuesday Sep 23. Refunds will be offered only if the course is cancelled.

# Age Limit

The course is limited to participants aged 18 and above. By registering, participants confirm that they meet the minimum age requirement.

# Experience requirement

Participants should have completed either Improv 101 or Improv 201 with Finland Improv Ry, or an equivalent beginner-level improv course elsewhere. This ensures everyone shares a common foundation and can fully enjoy building skills together.

# Class schedule

* Wednesday 1st of October, 2025 @ 18:00-20:30
* Wednesday 8th of October, 2025 @ 18:00-20:30
* Wednesday 15th of October, 2025 @ 18:00-20:30
* Wednesday 22nd of October, 2025 @ 18:00-20:30
* Wednesday 29th of October, 2025 @ 18:00-20:30
* Wednesday 5th of November, 2025 @ 18:00-20:30
* Wednesday 12th of November, 2025 @ 18:00-20:30
* Wednesday 19th of November, 2025 @ 18:00-20:30
* Wednesday 26th of November, 2025 @ 18:00-20:30

Early bird price: 80€ (sign up by Sep 15th)
Regular price: 95€ (sign up from Sep 16th)

About the instructors:

Jutta Tilvis has been doing improv since 2013. She’s known for diving headfirst into bold choices and peculiar characters. Her teaching is shaped by a background in theatre and blends physicality, imagination, and a deep love for all things delightfully odd.

Janne Lesonen has been doing improv since 2010. He’s known for his playful style on stage and he approaches improv through fun & freedom and believes that in the end everything comes down to the joy of playing.

Juho Korhonen has been doing improv since 2014. He especially loves characters and voice work. His belief is everyone has something to give, and anyone can be creatively expressive.

Here's what our students say

"Great course! Great teacher! Great fun! And, you get to meet fantastic people. Would recommend FIry classes to everyone interested in improv."

- Ville V.

”The teacher nurtured his students like delicate flowers. By the end of the course we bloomed into a beautiful garden. If you're interested in improv take this class.”

- John L.

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