"Almost all creativity involves purposeful play!" Abraham Maslow

"Almost all creativity involves purposeful play!" Abraham Maslow

 

Check out a fun video made with students from an “IMPROVed Play” class in New Jersey. Our students were asked to warm up their elementary school’s musical theater production, “Go the Distance,” and were eager to play and teach the audience a classic improv game called “Yes, Lets!” Due to the pandemic the event was cancelled but that did not stop our fun! Check out this creative and engaging video and play along with us!

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"Children’s play is not just kids’ stuff. Children’s play is rather the stuff of most future inventions."

-Mr. Rogers

“IMPROVed Play

In-person or Virtual

Have fun with the basic foundations of improv through “IMPROVed Play.” Improved Mind utilizes the "Yes...and" principle, students participate in interactive and energetic improvisation games that model teamwork and collaboration through positive acceptance of each other's ideas. The tenets of improv are embedded in each activity including mindfulness, self confidence, social support and awareness, creativity, and more.

IMPROVed Mind, LLC will bring “IMPROVed Play” to your locations as a workshop or series of classes. In addition to fun games that spark play and spontaneity, participants will learn how to build a positive self-image and empathy/acceptance of others, communicate emotional needs, and engage in mindfulness and experiential social and emotional activities.

*IMPROVed Mind, LLC can work with different settings to create a custom workshop for any age group.

*Travel fees may apply if outside of the greater NJ/NYC area

Professional Development

In-person or Virtual

“Applied Improv to Build Positive Relationships in the Classroom”

In this fun and engaging training, educators will learn the foundations of applied improvisation and how playing improv games can increase positive student relationships with their peers contributing to academic success. Additionally, this training benefits educator well-being through laughter and play. Participation in improv games empowers students to engage in active listening, mindfulness, social support, self-confidence, embracing imperfection, creativity, and a growth mindset. *This training also benefits educator well-being through laughter and play!

*Customized to meet your best time-frame

“IMPROved Play for Staff Retreats”

In-person or Virtual

Why not start your retreat with fun and engaging training? Staff will engage in humor and play through applied improvisation games and activities. Whether your retreat is for new employees, recentering staff, or self-care, the skills explored in our “IMPROVed Play” sessions directly apply to positive communication and relationship-building in your setting. Our training will meet your personal goals by incorporating games and activities that meet the objectives of your retreat.

Consulting Services

In-person or Virtual

IMPROVed Mind, LLC is happy to partner with professionals in any setting to facilitate and/or train professionals to utilize applied improvisation. Humor is a powerful tool in addressing safety, difficult conversations, and building a positive workplace. We will design a plan based on your specific needs and goals.

*Contact any time for more info!