# Event Details - **Event Name**: Youth Improv for Anxiety (5 Week Series) - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 21 Nov, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 21 Nov, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Teaching young folks how to get out of their heads and to be free of anxiety through intentional silliness.About this EventAbout:This playful improv class gives adolescents and young adults tools for getting out of their heads, connecting with their bodies, and becoming more present in the moment. Through improv games and intentional silliness, participants will explore techniques that encourage mindfulness, awareness, spontaneity, and self-expression.The class will also introduce the concept of interoception, sometimes called the “eighth sense,” which is our ability to notice and interpret signals from within our bodies and recognize how physical sensations can connect with emotions. Participants will practice tuning into these signals while using improv to experiment with letting go of self-consciousness, embracing the unexpected, and having fun.This class is educational and recreational, not therapeutic. It does not provide diagnosis, formal treatment, or a replacement for therapy or other mental health care. Instead, participants will learn playful improv-based techniques for practicing presence, self-awareness, and letting go of anxious thoughts all while having fun!This is a 5-week course. Classes will take place on Saturdays, Nov 21 - Dec 19, from 2-4 PM.About the Instructor:Lindy Zahrndt, LPCC-S, is a practicing psychotherapist with 20 years of experience and a master's degree in clinical counseling. She currently maintains a private practice in Grandview, where she specializes in trauma and works extensively with teens and young adults.Lindy has seen firsthand the growing prevalence of anxiety among adolescents and young adults, who make up nearly 60% of her current caseload. Her clinical experience has given her a particular interest in helping young people develop practical tools for managing anxiety, increasing self-awareness, and getting out of their heads.Outside of her clinical work, Lindy is an active member of the Columbus improv community. She has completed all four levels of improv instruction at Hashtag Comedy, participated in numerous improv workshops, and assisted Paul S. with teaching a Level One class in 2024. She is also a founding member of the improv troupe Meat Fish Produce, formed in 2023.IMPORTANT INFOAge requirement: 13-18 welcome!No previous improv experience required. Please enroll at least a week before the class begins. Courses that do not meet the instructor-set course minimum by the week before the start date may be at risk of cancellation. Please email our Director of Curriculum if you intend to enroll but cannot until the days before the course begins.Students must abide by Hashtag Comedy’s community guidelines to remain in good standing within our educational programs.PARKING: Students may park in the back of the Hashtag Theater space when spots are available. Free parking validation for said lot is available inside the theater, but students are responsible for validating their own parking.Photo & Video Notice: By attending this event, you understand that photos and videos may be taken and used by Hashtag Comedy for promotional purposes (social media, website, etc.). If you prefer not to appear in any photos or videos, just let a staff member know when you arrive. We’re happy to accommodate!Refunds are not available within 7 days on first class. To request a refund reach out to admin@hashtagcomedy.com.If you have any questions, please reach out to Katie Drown our Director of Curriculum at classes@hashtagcomedy.com - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbus/youth-improv-for-anxiety-5-week-series/100002002752153604 - **Event Categories**: workshops, comedy, health-wellness, art, theatre, entertainment, mental-health - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: The Hashtag Comedy Club - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 188.58, max: 188.58, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Columbus - **state**: OH - **country**: United States - **location**: The Hashtag Comedy Club - **lat**: 39.98790839999999 - **long**: -83.0058282 - **full address**: The Hashtag Comedy Club, 1253 North High Street, Columbus, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Youth Improv for Anxiety (5 Week Series) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/bf30939d6d27b469abb49fd2e7d88df2c0d05228cbbd3184ef4519651d76f79b-rimg-w1200-h600-dc68a8a8-gmir.jpg?v=1791059469 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Youth Improv for Anxiety (5 Week Series) being held? - **A:** Youth Improv for Anxiety (5 Week Series) takes place on Sat, 21 Nov, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sat, 21 Nov, 2026 at 05:00 pm at The Hashtag Comedy Club, 1253 North High Street, Columbus, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Youth Improv for Anxiety (5 Week Series)? - **A:** Youth Improv for Anxiety (5 Week Series) is organized by Hashtag Comedy. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Youth Improv for Anxiety (5 Week Series) is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbus, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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