Arizona's Premier Improv Training Center

The Art of Improv.

Think fast. Laugh hard. Speak up.

8360 East Raintree Drive, #110, Scottsdale, Arizona
480.612.0298

Live Improv Training Classes in Scottsdale!

Drop-in improv classes in Scottsdale.

The Outcasters hosts a weekly, single-session drop-in improv comedy class every Wednesday night from 6:00 to 8:00 PM in North Scottsdale, Arizona. No multi-week commitment is required. Online pre-registration is recommended, and walk-ins are welcome to pay at the door.

Think fast. Laugh hard. Speak up.

Drop-in class at a glance

When

Every Wednesday

Classes are held from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. We start and end on time.

Cost

$20

For just 20 bucks our drop-in class will get you two hours of warm ups, games and improv comedy coaching.

Who

Adults 18+

Classes are open to anyone 18 or older. No prior acting or comedy experience required; we’ll teach you everything you need to know! (Youth class interest? Click here.)

Where

North Scottsdale

8360 East Raintree Drive, #110
Scottsdale Arizona | 480.612.0298

Get creative. Build confidence. Meet fun people.

Discover your funny with IMPROV!

Do you enjoy the hit TV show, Whose Line Is It Anyway? Now you can learn improv and put YOUR funny on at our drop-in improv comedy class, every Wednesday night in North Scottsdale!

All classes are conducted in a fun, safe environment by Joe Hammer, founder of The Outcasters and author of The Improv Edge and Blank To Brilliant. The Outcasters training includes both long and short form improv.

Gentle Enough for Beginners. Strong Enough for Professionals!

What some of our students have to say…

Here’s what some of our students say about our classes. These are just some of the dozens of kudos we have on file from our many students.

“Joe Hammer’s Outcasters Improv classes are the best in the biz. Joe’s fun and engaging style of teaching Improv will enhance your game big time. Whether you are new to Improv or an experienced performer, Joe will take you to higher levels quickly. I highly recommend The Outcasters Improv classes, and Joe’s book The Improv Edge.”
★★★★★

“I came to The Outcasters having never done Improv. One night and I’m hooked!”

“The best class I’ve ever participated in! I can’t wait until next Wednesday! Laughter is the best medicine. Thank you Joe and everyone there.”

“Everyone was extremely welcoming and Joe was a fantastic teacher. I felt comfortable participating and didn’t feel I had to worry about any judgement, we were all in it together. The warmups and exercises were engaging and hilarious. I can’t wait to go back!”
★★★★★

“The Outcasters improv classes are a great way to build your interactive skills that you can use in any life situation. It is a fun way to learn how to listen and build off someone else’s input, a priceless skill in the world of business. It is a safe, non-judgmental, encouraging environment!”
★★★★★

“I enjoyed learning so much from Joe! He reminded me how even the small things in a scene are what truly bring it to life.”

Know before you go…

Doors close at 6:05, so don’t be late!
Late arrivals are disruptive to the class so please plan on arriving at least 5 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
We recommend drop-in class participants PRE-REGISTER (unless you are a Premier or Masterclass member). Walk-ins are welcome to pay at the door.
Student audio or video recording of class activity is not permitted.
Individuals suspected to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol will be denied entry to the class.
Should they desire, students who continue in our training classes are eligible to participate in our performance ensembles.

8360 East Raintree Drive, #110, Scottsdale Arizona

Classes are held at 8360 East Raintree Drive (Raintree Crossing Building) in N. Scottsdale – just 2 minutes off the 101, Raintree exit. We look forward to seeing you and making stuff up!

Meet your instructor…

Joe Hammer

Joe Hammer has been actively presenting powerful personal and business development seminars and entertainment programs for decades. Complimenting his books, THE IMPROV EDGE and BLANK TO BRILLIANT, 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!

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!

Want more details?

Your first scene is this Wednesday.

Twenty bucks, two hours, zero pressure. Worst case, you laugh a lot.