Courses
The Opening is a place for writing that emphasizes the intuitive mind of the writer. We prioritize open-ended exploration and a playful attitude for discovering the unexpected in ourselves, and in the world. All classes include a chunk of writing time, feedback from the instructor and your peers, and truly unique approach to generating new writing. Get expert coaching, innovative exercises and supportive feedback in all of our classes.
All Online Classes
August through December 2021
3 Online Classes to Choose From: Learn to Love the Writing Process Writing from the Subconscious Tuesday Evenings 6PM–8:30PM PST starting August 31 Facilitated live on Zoom by instructor Andy Couturier. Join a small group,…
Learn to Love the Writing Process: Online
Writing from the subconscious
Wouldn’t you love to have FUN with writing? Get beyond your fear of judgement, take risks, and restore a sense of joy to your writing process. Hello Friends, For years I’ve been developing and…
Weekly Online Book Completion Group
Working on a larger project? Or have an idea for one? This class is for you if you want focused, individual coaching, the support of a group, and precise, useful feedback on your work. Because…
The Abundance of Less: Andy’s New Book
“Reading this magic book is like drinking from a fresh wellspring deep in the mountains; it slowly returns one to sanity.” – David Abram, author of The Spell of the Sensuous Intimate and evocative,…
Book Completion Group: Santa Cruz
Working on a larger project? Or have an idea for one? This class is for you if you want focused, individual coaching, the support of a group, and precise, useful feedback on your work.Because each…
Fall Writing Retreat in Santa Cruz!
Spend four glorious days writing in a beautiful artists’ grotto in Santa Cruz. “Andy’s inventiveness, everyone’s playfulness, the beauty of the place, and the chance to approach our creativity from wild vantage points: all wonderful!”…
"Andy, Thank you for your faith and encouragement in me, for the gentle and overt invitations to return to the writing, to explore what's possible, to remember to nourish my soul. I love the intimacy, sharing and support of our group." — Monica Lemos, nurse Aphorisms“Instead of learning formulaic, cookie-cutter techniques, it's more important to find a way to write that reflects your own murky and quirky unique self.”
Get Your Writing Juices Flowing
and Have a Blast Doing It
Courses That Open Your Mind, Connect You With Others
and Help You Finish Your Project