Change Through Play

Change Through Play

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Dynamic, interactive, positive, and memorable training. We design what we deliver to help for-profit.

We are the only studio in SW PDX specializing in training performers and NON- performers, by using established skills and exercises from the worlds of theater, improvisation, & psychology. For performers, we anchor our work in creating organic, real connections on the stage. For corporate clients, we partner to help train managers, directors, and teams to be better communicators and creative colla

Summer Improv Camps in Portland, Oregon 06/30/2026

Hey, PDX! If you want your kids to go next level with their communication and collaboration skills or their acting/presentation skills, look no further.

We still have a few spots open for our improv camps that start next week on July 6th. Our middle school aged camp runs 10am-1pm; our Highschool camp runs 2-5pm.

• 10 students MAX
• Career professionals as teachers
• No previous acting/improv experience necessary
• Amazing opportunity to learn through play

Give your kiddo the gift of growing by working with adults in the field, not teens on summer break. Details and registration at the link below!

Summer Improv Camps in Portland, Oregon Our Summer Improv Workshops offer a one-week camp designed especially for teens ready to play, laugh, and grow their confidence in a fun, supportive environment. Our Portland Improv studio teaches improv games sparking creativity, teamwork, and quick thinking. Improvising together, participants wil

06/18/2026

Summer is officially here, and our summer class term is OPEN!! ☀️

Whether you are a weekly regular or it has been a minute since you stepped into the studio, we would love to welcome you back into the circle from July 6th.

Check out the lineup:

Foundations (Mondays, 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM): The ultimate starting line. Learn the core building blocks of improv in a super supportive space. Zero theater experience required.

Daytime Playtime (Tuesdays, 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM): Perfect for freelancers, flexible schedules, or anyone craving a midday joy break. Come make new friends and play big.

The Improv Workshop (Tuesdays, 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM): Ready to stretch your creative muscles? Refine your skills, dive into longer stories, and trust your instincts.

Improv for Personal Development (Thursdays, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM): The ultimate real-world superpower. Quiet your inner critic, ease social anxiety, and build unshakeable confidence.

Spots are limited to keep classes cozy and collaborative. Come shake off the rust, step outside your comfort zone, and let yourself play this summer!
https://f.mtr.cool/zajnlkdygt

Photos from Change Through Play's post 06/03/2026

Looking for a welcoming space where your teen or tween can build real confidence, shake off school-year stress, and laugh? ✨ Our Summer Improv Camps for middle and high schoolers focus on creativity, connection, and growth in a warm, zero-judgment environment.

To keep things personal, camps are limited to just 10 students each and only a few spots are left!

Perfect for kids who want to:
🌟 Step outside their comfort zone in a safe space.
🤝 Make genuine new friends and connect deeply.
🧠 Think quickly on their feet while having fun.
💛 Build lasting confidence through pure play.

Learn more here: https://f.mtr.cool/nubswliqhy
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04/23/2026

Ever feel like you’re stuck in your head, overthinking your next move? We’ve all been there.

At Change Through Play, we believe the best way to get out of your head is to get into the room. This May, we’re hosting an Open House; a low-pressure, high-fun demo class designed specifically for people who have never done improv before.

Together, we'll explore introductory improv techniques, including:
👂🏼 New ways of listening: Tuning in to what’s actually being said (and what isn't).
📚 Telling spontaneous stories with others: Building something from scratch, together.
👣 Thinking on our feet & trusting our instincts: Learning to act before you over-analyze.
👥 Quickly collaborating with others: Finding the "Yes, And" in every interaction.
👀 Identifying & using non-verbal communication: Understanding the power of what your body language is saying.

Come see how "play" can change your perspective. It’s a massively discounted rate for one night only, no commitment, just a chance to try something new!

JOIN US HERE: https://f.mtr.cool/rrbtaycbes

04/14/2026

Looking to Try Something New in ?
If you’ve been craving more fun, connection, and confidence in your life, might be exactly what you didn’t know you needed.

Our improv classes are designed for real people. No acting experience required. Just a willingness to show up and say “yes” to something new.

Whether you’re looking to:
✨ Get out of your comfort zone
✨ Meet great people in a welcoming community
✨ Build confidence and communication skills
✨ Laugh more and stress less

…you’ll find a place here!

Our Class Lineup:
• Foundations – Start here. Learn the core skills of improv in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment
• Daytime Playtime – Meet new friends, learn the joys of improvisation, and transform how you communicate & collaborate in a supportive community! This daytime course is designed for students with open schedules who crave a fun, open, and safe environment in which to play and develop new skills.
• The Improv Workshop – Refine your skills and explore longer-form improv
• Improv for Personal Development – Use improv to grow your confidence, ease social anxiety, and show up more fully in everyday life

Small class sizes (max 10 people) mean you’ll get plenty of time to participate and feel supported every step of the way.

This isn’t about being funny or performing perfectly. It’s about learning to trust yourself, connect with others, and have a great time doing it.

Come see what happens when you step into the unknown… and realize you can handle it.

Spots are limited, so come play with us! https://f.mtr.cool/vomjqrpxjb

03/19/2026

Calling all creative tweens & teens! 🎭✨
Camp Improv is a one-week summer experience where middle schoolers can play, laugh, and build real confidence in a fun, supportive space.

📅 July 6th–10th
⏰ 10 am–1 pm
👥 Limited to just 10 participants

Through high-energy games and guided scene work, campers will learn to think on their feet, collaborate with others, and express themselves with confidence (no acting experience needed)!

Whether your child is outgoing, shy, or somewhere in between, they’ll find a welcoming community and a whole lot of joy here.

Spots are limited. Come play with us this summer! ☀️ https://f.mtr.cool/mczmlqsedi

Photos from Change Through Play's post 02/12/2026

Spring is almost here… and so is our next cycle of improv classes! 🌷
Starting March 9th, we’re kicking off a brand-new season of play, growth, and connection at Change Through Play.

We’re especially excited to introduce a NEW class series:
✨ Improv for Personal Development! ✨

A brand-new class series designed for adults who want to build confidence, ease social anxiety, and feel more grounded in conversations, all through the transformative power of improv.

This isn’t about performing. It’s about becoming more comfortable in your own skin. More present. More connected. More you!

Whether you’re brand new to improv or continuing your journey, our Spring cycle is an invitation to grow with laughter along the way. As a reminder: spots are limited and tend to fill quickly. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to jump in, this might just be it!

https://f.mtr.cool/ezavartgad

02/06/2026

is just like real life. We are constantly communicating both verbally and more important: non-verbally. is merely the practice of learning to grow conscious of BOTH forms of communication.

01/20/2026

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01/13/2026

Forget the roses. Forget the bar-hopping. Forget the awkward small talk!

This Valentine’s Day, join us for a fun, delicious, and delightfully interactive evening of food, flirting, laughter, and connection!

This is a one-night-only event and a fabulous opportunity to meet new friends or a potential romantic partner in a playful, insightful, and refreshingly low-pressure way. Straight? LGBTQ+? Somewhere in between? All are welcome.

We’ll provide the food, drinks, and a super supportive environment. You bring your best self and a willingness to connect with others in a genuine, human way.

Along the way, you’ll practice:
👀 noticing and using non-verbal communication
🦻🏼 hearing flirting (and distancing!) in tone
🎁 staying present with your partner
📚 being spontaneous with others
👣 thinking on your feet
👥 collaborating quickly
💪🏼 discovering your strengths
😂 laughing at yourself (which, honestly, is very attractive)

EVENT DETAILS
WHEN: Saturday, February 14th
TIME:
• 6:30pm — drinks & dinner
• 8–10pm — improv games & playful connection
WHERE:
Living Room Realty
421 SE 10th Ave
Portland, OR 97214
COST: $50 per person
(includes dinner, drinks, and the full experience)
THE VIBE:
✨ Look nice—it is Valentine’s Day after all!
🍽️ Delicious, healthy Mediterranean dinner (all diets welcome)
🥂 Drinks with and without booze
🎭 Unscripted games that get everyone laughing
👥 Ages 25+ (but we’re open)
🎟️ Event capped at 40 people
🚗 Limited off-street parking available

At Change Through Play, we bring the joy of improv to everyday people. We believe these playful practices build real-life skills—connection, confidence, presence—that can genuinely change how we show up in the world.

If you’re craving something more meaningful (and more fun) this Valentine’s Day, we’d love to have you.
Join us here: https://f.mtr.cool/baggjulzhl

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4905 SW Scholls Ferry Road
Portland, OR
97225

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9:30pm
Tuesday 11am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 9:30pm
Friday 10am - 5pm