Improv for Life
Living a Life Less Ordinary
✨ Playful. Powerful. Transformative. ✨
What if real life could feel more like improv—full of joy, connection, creativity, and flow?
Improv for Life is a one-of-a-kind course that blends the magic of improvisation with personal development. It’s not about being funny or performing on stage (though that might happen too!)—it’s about learning to navigate life with more presence, courage, and flexibility.
In this course, you’ll uncover the hidden wisdom in improv games and exercises, and apply it to real-life challenges in a way that’s light, energizing, and deeply impactful.
You’ll practice life-changing skills like:
• Being fully present
• Listening deeply
• Relating authentically
• Acting with courage
• Finding meaning in the moment
And explore rich, human themes such as:
• Playing with polarity
• Embracing fear and uncertainty
• Becoming the hero of your life story
• Discovering your purpose and unique gifts
• Playful mind – mindful play
Whether you’re a professional, a creative, or a curious human navigating change, Improv for Life offers a safe, playful space to shift stuck patterns, unlock your creativity, and reconnect with what makes you feel truly alive.
What previous participants say:
“Before, I thought my life was a mess. Now I know—that’s just a story I tell myself.”
“It helped me see that I can choose my story, embrace both the good and the bad, and stay open to possibility.”
“I used to think I had no control over anything—but now I know that with awareness, I can influence a lot of outcomes.”
“I feel more resourceful, more playful—and more me.”
Life isn’t scripted.
That’s where the magic begins.
Say yes, and... join us.
WEEKEND WORKSHOP DETAILS
Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 June 10:00-17:00. With an hour lunch break (kitchen and take-away available)
Location Het Pakhuis, bankastraat 116 Utrecht.
€230,58 ex VAT, €279 inc VAT. If your comapny is paying, Marieke can make an invoice.
There is also a 7 week course
Wednesday 21 May -2 June 2025 19:00-21:30
Lessons at ZIMIHC Wittevrouwen, bouwstraat 55.
7 lessons of 2,5 hours €399 (€330 ex VAT). If your comapny is paying, Marieke can make an invoice.
SIGN UP
by clicking the blue button on the website or go to improv-utrecht.weticket.com
Improv Utrecht has per course 1 ticket with 20% discount for participants with less finances. Send a message to Marieke van Laar
You will receive an intake form from Burgert to customise the workshop to your learning needs, and please bring a notebook.
More about the facilitator:
Burgert is an Organizational Psychologist with a passion for unlocking adaptive, innovative, and integrated ways of working in teams and organizations. His Master’s research—focused on using improvisational theatre practices to spark workgroup innovation—was published in the South African Journal of Industrial Psychology.
He holds multiple certifications in individual and team coaching, accredited by the International Coach Federation, and has facilitated leadership, team innovation, and creative collaboration workshops for top South African business schools, leading companies, and international conferences.
Burgert trained in improv at the renowned iO Theater in Chicago and performed for many years with Lagnes, South Africa’s longest-running Afrikaans improv group, which toured nationally and even had its own TV series.
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