Want to sharpen your wit, think faster on your feet, and have a blast without ever leaving home? Join The Outcasters founder and author Joe Hammer for energetic, interactive online improv training classes via Zoom! Every Tuesday night from 6:00–7:30 PM (Arizona time), you’ll laugh, learn, connect, and “put your funny on” in a supportive, high-energy environment. No previous improv experience is required… just a willingness to jump in and have fun! Students limited to 10.

To allow ample student training time, classes are limited to a maximum of 10 students per session.
For just $10, each drop-in class includes creative warm-ups, hilarious games, scene work, and personalized improv coaching designed to help you become more confident, spontaneous, and expressive both onstage and in everyday life. Joe teaches the principles behind both short-form and long-form improvisation, helping students develop real skills instead of simply playing random games.
Unlike many online improv classes that focus only on activities, these sessions dive into the deeper techniques that make scenes truly engaging and funny — including listening, emotional connection, character work, scene initiations, timing, commitment, and more. You’ll receive direct feedback, discover new techniques every week, and continue growing as a performer and communicator.
If you’ve never experienced a professionally-run Virtual Improv Class, you’re in for a treat!…

Joe Hammer has been actively presenting powerful personal and business development seminars and entertainment programs for decades. Complimenting his book, THE IMPROV EDGE, Joe’s improv classes and workshops deliver high-impact content from his extensive training with Magnet Theater, Upright Citizen’s Brigade and Impro Theatre, including disciplines with fellow improv authors, Mick Napier of The Annoyance Theater and Will Hines of UCB.
Joe’s classes go beyond simple improv games; you’ll discover practical and constructive principles of both short and long form improvisation – all while enjoying ample stage time, personalized coaching and considerate feedback. There’s something new in every class!
Joe’s classes go beyond simple improv games; you’ll discover practical and constructive principles of both short and long form improvisation – all while enjoying ample stage time, personalized coaching and considerate feedback. There’s something new in every class!
And it’s all taught in a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental setting. No egos. No harassment. No criticism. Just progressive improv training in a positive environment!

As a perceptive chameleon, Banter recognizes the importance of being adaptable. Banter came to be the Outcasters’ mascot after trying to find a place to cool off from the blazing Arizona sun. He stumbled inside a drop-in improv class and, after seeing what The Outcasters were all about, he quickly realized he was home! Whether you’re an experienced improviser, just beginning your improv journey, or attending one of our shows, Banter invites you to join us!