TESTIMONIALS

WHAT OTHERS HAVE TO SAY...

"I have LOVED exploring new sides of my personality and unique self-expression with Adam. He is fun, articulate, and has a breadth and depth to his improv skills that comes easily across in all of his lessons and critiques. SO MUCH FUN!"
-- Camille Macres, Founder & CEO, RecipeRx.com

“As promised by Adam, what I have gained in his workshops has transferred to all areas of my life. It has been a true life changer and there is always something new to learn and way to be challenged in Adam's workshops.”
-- Michelle Puhek, Realtor, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

“I am so thankful that I found such a unique class. Adam Rudder’s improv classes have taught me such great techniques to use in all aspects of my life. His classes have exposed me to the strength of fully listening to my partners while also finding comfort in the unknown. I have learned how to trust myself, feel more secure in my choices, and feel empowered to explore “uncomfortable” situations. He has a great way of connecting with his students and ensuring a positive and enriched experience. One of the best personal growth experiences I have had yet!”
--Christy Tweedy, Social Services Coordinator, Supportive Living Services

"I am extremely jazzed by this. I have taken multiple of Adam Rudder's improv workshops. I always leave there with a tummy ache from laughing so hard and my brain filled with knowledge.
-- Hakan Mikado, Sr. Executive of Business Development, Project Hawk Business Solutions

“Using Improvisation as a vehicle, Adam Rudder delivers a unique communications and interpersonal relationship workshop in a playful experiential format. As a former C.E.O. of a public company, I believe Adam’s fun, fast paced, and humorous methodology breaks down any resistance to acquiring incredibly important life tools. Any organization that brings Adam in will experience increased productivity immediately.”
-- Neal Katz, Consultant to Fortune 100s.

“I took one of Adam's improv classes to help me with public speaking and to think creatively outside the box. His improv classes really helped me become comfortable speaking in front of others especially on the fly without having hours to prepare beforehand. The classes also allow for you to get to know others in your group and build relationships. It was a great experience!”
-- Maria McGregor, Communications Specialist, Southern California Edison.

“Adam exudes a warmth and caring that resonates to all in attendance. He instantly makes his students feel safe and yet creates an environment where you are comfortable and ready to take risks and dare get out of your comfort zone. This is when real change and growth takes place..”
-- Lolly Boroff, Broadway Actress and Director.

“The first time I took Adams Improv class, I knew this was different than the other classes I had taken before. Adam had such a great way of explaining the process of Improvisation and made me feel instantly comfortable so that I had no fear of performing ridiculously funny scenes.
-- Christine Agresti, Actor / Writer / Mother

“Adam has a gift for teaching Improv. He is personally so quick witted, yet he also has excellent group facilitation and coaching skills. Adam's patient, yet fun and inspiring demeanor when combined with his skillful feedback enables him to provide fun transformation improv experiences for participants of all skill levels. Even the most nervous or hyper-cognitive beginners can experience encouraging breakthroughs in improvisation applicable to their real lives.”
-- Johnny Blackburn MA Personal Development Coach

“I was nervous to try improv, but Adam immediately put me at ease. I found the workshop fun and very informative, and best of all I felt like a success at it. Thanks, Adam.”
-- Susan Hammons, Administrative Assistant

“I can't express enough how much fun I have taking Improv Playground classes with Adam. I get to be silly, weird, loud, obnoxious, and flow creatively all while tackling my fear of being wrong and speaking/ performing in front of an audience.
-- Erica Rose, College Student

"Adam Rudder delivers a fun, fast paced, “think outside-the-box” Applied Improvisation Workshop that is a blast! During each workshop there is always lots of belly laughter and everyone has a great time. The playful atmosphere allows for creative thinking skills to expand and listening skills to sharpen. Adam creates a safe workshop container, which builds trust, gives individuals opportunities to take chances, and allows the “group mind” to synchronize as one cohesive team. Adam Rudder’s Improvisational skills would enhance any professional development or corporate training program."
-- Rev. Ayanna Mojica, MFA, Teacher and Seminar Leader

“I love Adam's improv workshops! Such a great way to practice thinking on your feet. And tons of fun!”
-- Ramy Hassan, Compliance Oversight Lead, Pfizer

"Adam Rudder is fun, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable (even intuitive) in picking the games his audience will respond best to."
-- Shannon Parsons, Transformational Life Coach.

“I have been taking Adam Rudder's improv workshops for a year to date. I had no prior experience in improv or acting. From the first class I took, it became apparent that the exercises fine tuned my interactions with people, providing exceptional customer service (at work). I have learned so much from some of the principles of improv that I have now instilled some of my lessons to employees which I train in the retail environment.”
-- Angie Arndt, Owner, California Candle Gallery Inc.

"Adams improv events are so much more than a fun way to improve your acting skills, they are a way to build strong relationships! When you think about people you are close with, you probably think about those you have felt vulnerable around, laughed a lot with, or people you have inside jokes with. Well, this all happens naturally in improv, which is why Adams workshops are great for team building! Adam is the perfect instigator of unpredictable comedy magic!"
-- Adelaide Marcus, Professional Visual and Performing Artist

“I have been part of at least 10 groups Adam has taught. If not for Adam's keen knowledge of our inherent human nature and kind nudges, I would never have reached so far beyond my comfort zone or know that it was possible to be where I am today.
-- Michelle Puhek, Realtor, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

There are times, especially with referral partners, when I lose that self confidence, and stumble with my words, because I've built up a mental block, so I won't even talk to them, and especially not ask for their business. It's those times, especially when I apply the skills I've learned through taking improv, that help me think quicker on my feet, to be a better listener and to be truly present. It also helps me break down mental barriers and feel more confident and secure with who I am.
-- Victoria Schafer, Home Mortgage Consultant, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage

“In workshops with Adam Rudder, I have seen people who have never done a bit of improv in their lives, people who, moreover, expressed nervousness and shyness at the thought of getting up and performing in front of others -- I have seen those same people get up and do terrific, hilarious work before the two hour workshop was finished. Not only is Adam a master of the art of improvisation, he has the marvelous ability to put people at ease and create a safe environment where they can take chances and exceed their own expectations.”
-- Sheldon Penner, Computer Programmer

"Thank you very much for the fun, inspirational, and uplifting session. It reminded me of the great time I used to have with my friends."
-- Sara Z, Retired