Private
Classes
Private sessions at Voice Works Lab are fully tailored to each student. Whether someone is looking for more specialized attention or simply isn't ready to jump into a group setting yet, private sessions offer a comfortable, one on one space to grow at their own pace.
Students work from popular animated movies and TV shows as well as unique scripts we provide, and every session is built around what works best for them. We start with warm-ups, then dive into the scripts at whatever pace feels right.
Each student is met exactly where they are, and from there, the session takes shape around their unique needs, in a warm, supportive, and judgment-free environment where they feel safe to be silly, take risks, and just have fun.
The Benefits: Our sessions use voice acting as a tool to help students grow in ways that go far beyond the script:
Academically: stronger reading and speaking skills, improved focus, stronger attention span, and better listening skills.
Socially: clearer communication, stronger social skills, and developing emotional intelligence by exploring how different characters think, feel, and respond.
Emotionally: greater self-confidence, learning to trust and express themselves, greater emotional awareness and regulation, and learning to cope with mistakes and move on.
And because voice acting is the tool, none of it feels like work. They are just having so much fun the whole time.
This is more than just voice acting. This is academic, social, and emotional growth all at once!
Academic, social & emotional growth that creates lasting change
A personalized one on one session built around your child's unique needs and pace.
A collection of four private classes for $50 each, built around your child's unique needs and pace.
A personalized one on one session built around your child's unique needs and pace.
A collection of four private classes for $100 each, built around your child's unique needs and pace.
Ages
5 years old and up.
Set Up Your Sessions
Contact us to schedule your private classes.
Location
On Zoom
What you need for class
Just your computer, laptop, or iPad. Scripts will be provided at the beginning of class.
Here is a sample of what classes, private sessions, and parent & me sessions are like!
❊ FAQs
You’ve got questions,
we’ve got answers
-
A typical class or private session includes warm-up exercises, and then we jump right into reading a variety of fun scripts. Sometimes we read scripts from popular animated movies or TV shows, and sometimes we read scripts from shows that aren’t on tv yet. We work on listening to each other, staying focused, communicating clearly, and most of all, having a lot of fun. It doesn’t matter what level each student is at, we meet them where they are and help them to grow however they need to. It’s an extremely inclusive and supportive environment.
-
We work with kids as young as 5 and above. For 5 and 6-year-olds, we recommend private sessions. Group classes are available for students 7-17. We also offer private sessions or custom group classes for anyone 18 or over. If someone of any age wants to set up a custom class with their friends, we can do that as well. Contact us, and we can set it up.
-
Students are welcome to use a microphone, but microphones are not required to take the class. All they need is a desktop or laptop computer or iPad to take the classes.
-
Yes, classes are all on Zoom. It’s a lot of fun because we get kids from all over.
-
If your student can’t make a class, please let us know 24 hours ahead. If they are in a group class, we will set them up to take a make-up class. If your student is taking privates, we will just reschedule.
-
Private sessions can be paid for one at a time, but the price goes down when you purchase 4 at a time.
Group classes are charged for 6 sessions at a time. We do this so kids can continue working with each other for several weeks. It helps them to become more comfortable taking risks and working together as a group.
❊ Testimonials
Loved by Our Students. Trusted by Parents.
Seriously! But don’t take our word for it; here are some things people have to say.
“Wonderful class! Michael is a kind, fun, and very experienced teacher. My daughter also benefited from a one-on-one private session with Michael as well. He is a pro!! ”
— Serena P., Parent
"This class was as magical as we imagined it would be for our son. He can't wait to join another session.
I'm so grateful we found Michael Rivkin's work-- he's extremely gifted at his craft and engaging with the students. 10/10"— Maggie Z., Parent
"This class has greatly helped my dyslexic child with confidence in reading out loud. I highly recommend it!”
— JC G., Parent