When you Train the Human, everything works better.
We help businesses improve their communication, creativity, and collaboration through exciting, interactive team training.
What We Offer
Dynamic training unlike anything you've done before
Most workplace problems aren’t technical. They’re human.
Miscommunication. Low trust. Teams that struggle to adapt. These aren’t gaps you fix with another slide deck or webinar that nobody remembers.
The most effective method isn’t passive learning. It’s doing. That means getting people on their feet, practicing habits to actually change how they work.
We offer the same approach that companies like Google, Pepsi, and Uber have built into their training programs. And it’s grounded in a tradition that dates back thousands of years: theatrical performance.
The world’s top performers don’t wing it. They’ve been trained for it.
The techniques behind great ensemble work help performers build instant trust, sharpen their listening, and adapt confidently in ever-changing situations. These skills translate directly to the workplace in ways that might surprise you.
We draw on the principles of ensemble and improv-based training, not to put anyone on a stage or make them perform, but because these methods are uniquely effective at building real-world communication skills in a way that actually sticks.
Think high performance, not stage performance.
No scripts. No cringe. No trust falls. Just interactive, engaging sessions where your team builds skills they’ll use the next day.
What We Do
Team building that works
From 90-minute interactive presentations to full- and multi-day trainings, we’ve got you covered.
Skills Training
Experiential workshops that unlock your teams potential. Learn to listen, adapt, and respond in real time.
- Active listening
- Thinking on your feet
- Speaking with confidence
Team Building
Break down silos, rebuild trust, and put your team on the path to working better together.
- Trust and psychological safety
- Strengthen team communication
- Healthier team dynamics
Events & Conferences
Need a high-impact presentation? An engaging host for your sales kick-off? We’ve got your covered.
- Emcee and Hosting Services
- Kickoffs and Retreats
What People Are Saying
How It Works
Frequently Asked Questions
Why improv?
Because work isn’t scripted. It happens in the moment: unexpected questions, shifting priorities, difficult clients. Your team is already adapting on the fly every day. The question is whether they’ve been trained to do it well.
Do we have to perform, or be funny?
Nope! Being funny is not the goal, and nobody is ever put on the spot. The focus is always on collaboration, listening, and real-world communication. Most people are surprised by how quickly it stops feeling unfamiliar and starts feeling useful.
What does a session look like?
People on their feet, practicing communication and collaboration techniques in pairs or small groups, connecting in a way they simply can’t in a traditional classroom setting.
We are experts in building a creative, judgment-free environment where everyone is empowered to join in, minimizing downtime and maximizing participation.
Who It's For
Designed for every role on your team
Technical Experts
Software Engineers, IT Analysts, Product Managers, Developers
- Translate complex ideas clearly
- Reduce friction in high-pressure situations
- Improve real-time communication skills
Client-Facing Roles
Sales, Account Managers, Project Managers, Marketing
- Build better client understanding through active listening
- Strengthen trust and rapport with customers
- Encourage collaborative problem-solving with clients
Leadership Roles
Managers, People Leaders, Executives, HR, People Ops
- Lead with confidence through uncertainty and change
- Adapt communication styles for different personalities
- Improve presence and clarity in high-stakes conversations
Who We Are
Meet Your Human Trainers
Josh Heimendinger, Founder
I spent 15 years in corporate cybersecurity and the last decade on the improv stage. The overlap was obvious: the skills that make great improvisers make great teammates. Train the Human is my attempt to close that gap, and build a better kind of training for a better kind of world.
Rod Bagheri, Co-Founder
As a faculty professor in the School of Dramatic Arts at USC and an improv teacher for over a decade, I've developed a passion for helping students use the foundational skills of improvisation to complement their vocational training and enrich their lives.
Ready to get started? Contact us today.
