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Railway City Improv was started in late 2017 to help teens struggling with anxiety. Reach out to learn more.

Since then our courses have expanded to include adults improv courses, corporate team building, and events organization and entertainment. My name is Bryan Bakker and I started Railway City Improv because I discovered first hand how powerful Improv can be to help teens come out of their shell. Both my daughters have learned powerful new coping skills they can use for the rest of their lives to succeed and thrive.

09/15/2026

The story is a good reminder that connection is less about collecting contacts and more about having a place where you can show up, be heard, and build trust over time. At Railway City Improv, our in-person classes work like a Social Gym: through “Yes, And,” active listening, and low-stakes play, people practise the small human skills that make belonging feel possible. If you’re looking for a welcoming way to stretch those muscles, join one of our improv courses.

https://www.irishtimes.com/health/your-wellness/2026/09/04/loneliness-theres-a-reason-why-we-use-the-term-power-of-connection/

09/14/2026

Social isolation can happen quietly, especially when routines shrink and everyday chances to connect become fewer. At Railway City Improv, we treat connection like social fitness: in-person, low-stakes play that practises active listening, “Yes, And,” confidence, and the simple courage of being in a room with other people. If you’re looking for a warm way to rebuild those social muscles, you’re welcome to join one of our improv courses.

https://www.canadianaffairs.news/2026/08/25/explosion-of-happiness-report-shows-how-to-reduce-seniors-social-isolation/

09/12/2026

Making friends as an adult can feel awkward, especially when everyone seems busy, tired, or unsure how to take the first step. Improv gives people a low-stakes, in-person way to practise showing up, listening actively, saying “Yes, And,” and building real connection without needing to be funny or perfect. If you’re looking for a welcoming place to exercise those social muscles, we’d be glad to have you in one of our improv courses.

https://ca.style.yahoo.com/people-share-actually-friends-adults-193102620.html

09/11/2026

Postpartum loneliness can be especially hard because it often arrives at a time when people assume you’re already surrounded by connection. At Railway City Improv, our in-person classes create a low-stakes, supportive space to practise active listening, “Yes, And,” and the simple courage of showing up with other people. If your social muscles could use a gentle workout, we’d love to welcome you into one of our improv courses.

https://ca.news.yahoo.com/mum-opens-play-cafe-fight-052936786.html

09/10/2026

When employee well-being is slipping, it often shows up in small human ways: shorter patience, quieter meetings, less trust, and teams that feel like they’re just getting through the day. RWCI’s in-person corporate improv workshops give teams a structured, low-stakes place to practise active listening, “Yes, And,” adaptability, and collaborative problem-solving together — not as another presentation, but by doing. If your workplace could use more connection and psychological safety, consider inviting us in for a team-building workshop.

https://www.cantechletter.com/newswires/canadian-employee-well-being-continues-to-decline-as-employers-struggle-to-measure-and-improve-outcomes/

09/09/2026

When HR leaders don’t have a clear picture of what’s helping employees, it can leave teams guessing about what people actually need day to day. RWCI’s in-person corporate improv workshops give teams a practical way to build active listening, trust, collaboration, and adaptability through low-stakes exercises that get people communicating instead of just talking about communication. If your workplace could use a more human way to strengthen connection, consider joining us for a corporate team-building workshop.

https://www.hrreporter.com/focus-areas/compensation-and-benefits/canadian-hr-leaders-looking-for-more-benefits-insights-survey/394843

09/08/2026

There’s nothing wrong with enjoying solitude, but it can feel different when “being alone” becomes the main way we cope with wanting connection. At Railway City Improv, our in-person classes give people a low-stakes place to practise social fitness: listening, saying “Yes, And,” trying things without needing to be perfect, and building a real sense of belonging. If your social muscles could use a friendly stretch, you’re welcome to join one of our improv courses.

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/social-trends/article-loneliness-influencers-encouraging-audiences-embrace-solitude/

09/07/2026

Returning to work after a leave can feel vulnerable: routines have shifted, relationships may need re-entering, and it can take time to feel fully back in the flow. RWCI’s in-person applied-improv workshops give teams a low-stakes way to practise active listening, trust, collaboration, and adapting together when things are uncertain. If your workplace is thinking about smoother transitions and stronger communication, consider a corporate team-building workshop.

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/careers/talent/article-taking-a-leave-of-absence-from-work-can-be-tough-coming-back-can-be/

09/02/2026

Improv for the stage of life! Join us for our next course September 8th at St. Paul's Cathedral downtown, 6:30pm to 8:30pm. The data is in on how improv isn't just fun, it's great for your brain, body career and relationships! Find out why this Tuesday - remember, past full course students get a $40 discount - repetition is a powerful way to bake in the skillsets - just use the same email address you used originally - Featuring our very own Sofia Eidsath instructing - see her in on stages and in short films shot throughout London - St. Paul's is in downtown London with a wonderful new renovation completed and a terrific welcoming vibe for creatives of all kinds - RWCI is a member of the London Chamber of Commerce and winner of the 2026 Consumer's Choice best Comedy Club/School award. Click here to find out what all the fuss is about! - https://www.railwaycityimprov.com/classes

08/31/2026

It’s encouraging to see wellness being taken seriously in the spaces we build, but wellbeing also depends on what happens between people once they’re in those spaces. At RWCI, improv is a kind of social fitness: in-person, low-stakes practice in listening, saying “Yes, And,” adapting, and building confidence without needing to be funny or perform. If you’re looking to strengthen those human muscles, you’re welcome in one of our improv courses.

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London, ON

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 9pm
Wednesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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+15198518614

Website

http://railwaycityimprov.com/

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