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Discover the Power of Play

Play your way to effective teamwork, leadership, and community skills

Find out how play can help you at one of our Community PlayLabs or conference workshops!

  • ANNIVERSARY! Community Improv Workshop
    ANNIVERSARY! Community Improv Workshop
    Thu, Jan 02
    Connect San Diego - Sh!ft Gallery, OB
    Jan 02, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Connect San Diego - Sh!ft Gallery, OB, 4847 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA 92107
    Jan 02, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Connect San Diego - Sh!ft Gallery, OB, 4847 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA 92107
    Free playtime! Pizza provided! We'll be videotaping this session for promotional purposes.
  • Art & Science of Health Promotion Conference
    Art & Science of Health Promotion Conference
    Mon, Mar 31
    DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel
    Mar 31, 2025, 8:00 AM – Apr 01, 2025, 4:00 PM
    DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel, 5401 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85250, USA
    Mar 31, 2025, 8:00 AM – Apr 01, 2025, 4:00 PM
    DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel, 5401 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85250, USA
    Join us for our 2-day intensive session at the 35th Annual ASHPC in Scottsdale, AZ on March 31 - April 1, 2025.

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HOW DOES IT WORK?

Studies in the field of Applied Improvisation, as well as our own participant surveys, tell us that the efficacy of these programs increases exponentially with each session. We strongly encourage clients to book multi-session workshops (1 - 6 week interval) to maximize skill development in participants.

     Design a workshop

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At Kaleidoscope Training Center, we put you at the center of the workshop-design process. Let’s lay it out:

Introductions

For our work to be effective, it is imperative that we develop a deep understanding of your team’s needs and goals. We’ll cover everything from your team’s structure and communication styles to the dynamics that might be affecting your team’s development.

Goal Setting

Together, we’ll hone in on 2 - 5 target skills you’d like to see emerge or evolve among your team. The number and diversity of the target skills will vary depending on the duration and quantity of workshops you plan to provide for your team.

Agenda Building

We’ll put together a proposed agenda comprised of the most effective exercises for your target skills, as determined by the latest research available. You are encouraged to participate in this phase as much or as little as makes sense for you.

     Play!

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Our use of applied improvisation as a learning modality de-emphasizes performance and comedy in favor of creating a low-stakes environment for folks to try new things and break out of old patterns.

Getting Comfy

This is vulnerable, heart-forward work/play, so feeling safe and secure is essential. We introduce ourselves and ease into being silly with a warm up, co-creation of group agreements, and an overview of the applied improvisation structure and methodology.

PlayTime

Games are curated to support your team’s specific needs and goals. Each exercise will build on the last, ensuring that participants feel safe enough to fully participate. We will coach your team through each exercise, supporting implementation of the target skills.

 

Debrief

To ensure that our workshops are effective for real-world application, we debrief after each game. This is the juiciest part; we facilitate a conversation covering what happened, how it felt, what we learned, and how we can apply it to our work and life.

     & Repeat!

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Get Started!

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Talk to you soon!

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This session was the most positive experience I had at this year's conference - not only did it improve my own well-being, but it was
the most impactful networking opportunity I had, and provided be with the best
concrete example of a "product" I can execute at work. For me, [this workshop] was
invaluable. Many, many thanks to Jesse and Jenie!

Anonymous participant

Annual Wellness Summit

August 2024

Data-Driven Programming

Over the last decade, mounting evidence has demonstrated the incredible impact applied improvisation training has on individuals' ability to communicate, resolve conflict, and connect. Join us to discover and develop skills ranging from creativity to flexibility to self-awareness and beyond. 

Founders Jesse (left) and Jenie (right) sit leaning against one another behind a homemade cardboard car. They are dressed as Thelma & Louise

Queer-Owned Business

We are more than just a training center - we are a space where people can come together and be their authentic selves. Our classes and workshops are designed with accessibility in mind, so everyone can feel comfortable exploring new areas of their lives through play. Our community is one that celebrates diversity and embraces the unique qualities that make each of us special. If you're looking for a supportive environment where you can grow and connect with others, welcome home my dear.

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