When we launched Ultra Comedy we got told ‘you can’t learn to be funny’ which we believe is absolutely false. You can 100% learn to be funny, it’s all about what you say, and how you say it – and that’s what we are here to teach you. If you’re naturally the class clown or the joker of your group, that’s great you already have a head start – but if you’re not you can certainly learn how to deliver a one-liner or a story to have your friends and family in stitches.
Like everything in life, you get out of something what you put into it – practice makes perfect as they say. At Ultra Comedy we give you 8 weeks of free training with a professional comic who has experience performing on the comedy circuit and can give you all the tricks of the trade. You’ll learn how to structure your comedic writing for stand-up, how to perform to an audience, and that all important comedic timing.
These courses aren’t competitive, it’s collaboration. You’ll listen to each other’s sets, give feedback to each other and share ideas – it’s a great way to meet new people and make new friends but also learn a skill which could help boost your confidence not only socially but also in your work and family life too.
Performing in front of an audience can be a scary experience; it’s the job of our comedy coaches to make sure you are prepared. They will give you weekly notes on your material, give you starting ideas to help get you writing and they’ll be on hand to ask questions and inspire you. Not only that – but they are really funny and they will make your 8 weeks FUN – after all, it is a comedy course.
By the end of the 8 week course you will be armed with your new material and ready to stand up and some of the UK’s biggest and best comedy clubs to make your friends and family laugh. Not only that but you’ll have raised some all important funds for charity in the process. What better way to do something for charity and have a laugh.
Taking a comedy course is a great way to break into comedy or even start a new hobby. Many Ultra Comedy alumni have gone on to perform regularly on the comedy scene with some even forming their own open mic nights. Even if you just want to do it as a one-off to help boost your confidence or challenge yourself to perform a set to a crowd – Ultra Comedy is for you.
Anyone can do it, so what’s stopping you?
Hi there,
When it says ‘you have to shift some tickets’ is there a minimum commitment to sales? Apart from the £50 minimum what else would i be committing to financially. Thanks!
Hello, we ask people to commit to selling at least 10 tickets to their family and friends. The cost of the tickets goes towards the 8 weeks of professional training each participant receives, venue hire and many other staffing costs. As well as covering the running costs, the commitment to sell tickets also ensures you experience an amazing show with a great atmosphere.
If the training is for free, why do we have to sell tickets to cover the costs
Hi Sean, the ticket sales go towards the costs of running the event and the training. All of our events have high costs to running, such as venue hire, security staff costs, hosting, training from a professional comedian and more. The participant does not have to cover any costs, they are only asked to sell tickets, not only to cover the running costs, but to also create a brilliant atmosphere for your show.
Id be travellin from north wales to leeds once a week for the training but dont have friends or family in this region —— can i still sign up?
Hi Lin, we ask people to commit to selling at least 10 tickets to their family and friends. The cost of the tickets goes towards the 8 weeks of professional training each participant receives, venue hire and many other staffing costs. As well as covering the running costs, the commitment to sell tickets also ensures you experience an amazing show with a great atmosphere and a full audience.