In a world filled with online learning options, there’s still something unique about gathering in person for a workshop. When it comes to refining your skills in designing or facilitating learning—or even leading more effective meetings—getting together in person to learn provides benefits that go beyond the reach of virtual sessions. Taking the time for a full-day (or longer) workshop can be a big commitment, but that dedicated time and space often lead to greater, lasting changes in your skills and approaches.
Our in-person workshops are rooted in active learning. Rather than listening to lengthy presentations, you get to discuss, move, play, write, draw, laugh, and reflect. (The fidget tools are fun and helpful, too!) Taking a day (or longer) to focus on learning is an investment, but it’s actually how behaviour change happens. When you dedicate this focused time to skills like designing engaging learning experiences or facilitating productive meetings, you’re far more likely to retain and apply what you learn. Multi-day workshops, in particular, give you the chance to practice and refine your skills over time, which reinforces learning and encourages lasting improvements.
Photo taken by Beth at the Anaheim Packing District Food Hall, Fall 2023.
An in-person setting fosters a sense of community that creates lasting memories. You build a support network with others in the room, creating opportunities for connection and feedback, both informally and formally. Learning alongside others strengthens accountability, pushing you to make real change happen when you get back to your workplace.
With in-person workshops, there’s more room for deeper reflection, which is essential for meaningful change. You have time to assess what’s working in your current approach to designing or facilitating, where you could improve, and how you want to grow. These intentional pauses to reflect—free from day-to-day distractions—enable people to identify clear next steps for personal and professional development. This is how lasting change happens.
Want to deepen your skills in 2025?
We’d love to create a custom workshop for your organization to help your participants learn–and practice–skills in learning design or facilitation. Reach out to us sometime in November or early December to plan. Let’s create a transformational experience for your group.
