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Explore the vibrant poetry scene of San Francisco through classes that delve into various forms and styles, allowing participants to hone their writing skills and gain inspiration from the city's rich literary history.

Unfortunately, no classes in-person in San Francisco have spots left, but 3 classes live online are available.

Poetry Writing Level 1: 10-Week Workshop (Self-Paced)

Gotham Writers Workshop

Unleash the power of poetry as you learn to pack a maximum punch with a minimum of words. Discover specialized techniques, demands, and forms of poetry, and master the art of writing exquisite verses that captivate the soul. Whether you write for publication or simply for yourself, this workshop will guide you toward creating poetry that resonates and inspires.

(745) Beginner 18 and older
$464

2 sessions

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Online Level 1 Intro to Fiction and Poetry

The Writers Studio @ Google Meet

Unlock your most intimate and private stories through personal writing in this online workshop. Develop narrative and lyric voices to turn even the most difficult subject matter into inspiration for your fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction. Broaden your sense of what is possible in your own work and receive constructive critiques from teachers and fellow students.

(7) Beginner 18 and older
$435

8 sessions

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Poetry Writing Level 1: 10-Week Workshop (Online)

Gotham Writers Workshop @ Zoom Conference

Unleash the power of poetry as you learn to pack a maximum punch with a minimum of words. Discover specialized techniques, demands, and forms of poetry, and master the art of writing exquisite verses that captivate the soul. Whether you write for publication or simply for yourself, this workshop will guide you toward creating poetry that resonates and inspires.

(745) Beginner 18 and older
$464

10 sessions

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Queer Poetics

SF Creative Writing Institute @ Virtual Classroom

In this four week intensive we’ll be studying queer poetry and poetics while working on our own poems. Queer here meaning both LGBTQIA , as well as unfixed (both meanings), as well as strange and poetics here meaning the study and theory of writing. To that end we’ll be looking at poems and essays from historical and contemporary queer writers such as Audre Lorde, Adrienne Rich, Eve Sedgwick, Cameron Awkward-Rich, Franny Choi, and many others....

(6) All levels 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$300

4 sessions

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Intro to Poetry

SF Creative Writing Institute @ 50 Scott St, San Francisco, CA

Discover the beauty and power of poetry in this immersive course at the SF Creative Writing Institute. Explore both ancient and modern works as you develop your poetic voice with guidance from esteemed poet and teacher Paul Corman-Roberts. Enhance your writing skills and join a supportive community of fellow poets in this transformative journey.

(6) Beginner 18 and older
No upcoming schedules
$395

6 sessions

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Chapbook Editing II

SF Creative Writing Institute

In this six week workshop, we will work on editing short poetry and/or prose poetry manuscripts. Any new material for these manuscripts will be prompted (if necessary) in class but written and integrated outside class meetings.  Inside the workshop we will focus on editing, shaping, arrangement, and bringing out a theme in your work with guided group feedback and individual consultation with the facilitator. Time to get that chapbook...

(6) Intermediate 18 and older
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Drop-In Writing Workshop

SF Creative Writing Institute @ 50 Scott St, San Francisco, CA

Improve your writing skills and gain valuable feedback in a warm and friendly environment at the SF Creative Writing Institute. Join us for an in-person workshop on poetry, fiction, or memoir, where you'll receive expert guidance and critique. All levels are welcome!

(6) All levels 18 and older
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Poetry Workshop III : Contemporary Poets & Poetry

SF Creative Writing Institute

This four-week workshop will explore the craft of poetry through the lens of established contemporary poets— Ocean Vuong, Ben Lerner, Sally Wen Mao, and Sam Sax, using deep discussion of their work as inspiration for poetic experimentation. The class will include generative writing prompts, close readings of poems, and generous feedback and attention in a relaxed, supportive online environment. All levels welcome.

(6) All levels 18 and older
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Reviews for Poetry Classes in San Francisco

Poetry Classes in San Francisco are rated 4.4 stars based on 758 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.

  • Poetry Writing Level 1: 10-Week Workshop (Online)

    Reviewed by Margaret G D. on 9/17/2019
    Great photo tour - lots of fun, too - Zim is a fantastic teacher!
  • Poetry Writing Level 1: 10-Week Workshop (Online)

    Anonymous review on 12/14/2017
    Michael Montlack was excellent at introducing us to different forms of poetry in an accessible, doable way. He took our poems seriously but also had a sense of humor, which made a difference to me, since I was new to poetry and slightly intimidated by it. I intend to continue writing poems and taking poetry classes largely due to him.

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