Private Stand Up Comedy Coaching Session

“I do want to especially thank you for the last time I was up in front of the class. It was a real breakthrough for me. I did know all the stuff. I wrote it and read it maybe 100 times. But I did not have it 100% scripted into memory the way I would have liked. Instead of letting me use my notes the second time, you insisted I do what I can.

Flying without a net when I didn’t feel ready was the best thing for me. It totally liberated me.”

“Ben creates a supportive environment where you can experiment with new material and get real, actionable advice. I highly recommend this class to anyone looking to dive into comedy!”

“Ben’s unwavering attention to each student’s progress ensured a supportive learning environment that brought out the best in everyone. Though the experience was initially nerve-wracking, it ultimately proved to be a transformative and enriching journey that left me brimming with newfound confidence and a greater appreciation for stand-up comedy. Recommend to all.”

“The class was absolutely amazing! I didn’t know what to expect going into it and then next thing I knew I was looking forward to going to class every week. Ben is a great teacher who has some very insightful and clever ways to help you craft a joke. But more importantly he helps you be your most authentic self when writing a joke and then you learn how to weave that into a better piece of writing and performance. I’d definitely take this class again and again and again. 10/10.”

“Thank you so much for such a great graduation show and class. You taught me a lot and I really loved working with you. Your classes were always organized and on time and you never quit trying to improve our sets. It was a great experience all around!”

“Ben was so great to work with! I got such amazing feedback from my friends and family!”

“I had an amazing experience in Ben’s comedy class. His guidance, feedback, and encouragement really helped me gain confidence on stage. The class was both challenging and fun, and I feel like I’ve grown as a performer.”

“Ben was a great instructor and created an environment for success! Personally, the comedy class made me very vulnerable, and my nerves were high. However, the overwhelming feeling of excitement I’d get every class, in congruence with Ben’s preparation and instruction, was definitely worth it!”

“It was an awesome class, Ben is a great teacher and really aced it.”

“The class was inspiring and Ben is motivating. The class brought out my creative side and Ben guided me through the process. I highly recommend trying stand-up comedy if you enjoy public speaking and would like to be challenged.”

“How good is Ben’s class? I’ve been going to therapy for 20 years and after Ben’s class no longer feel the need to.  That’s how good.  I made new connections, built confidence, learned how to write jokes better, and developed an efficient process to build new material.”

“Ben is a great teacher! His class was the perfect balance of encouraging and constructive. He gave extremely thorough feedback to each student and really paid close attention to individual personalities and styles. He was constantly helping us refine jokes and brainstorm ideas along the way. I walked away from the class with newfound confidence in my writing skills thanks to his class!”

“Ben was an ideal instructor who provided me with solid mile-markers and guidance on the path to my stand-up debut. If you’re a total beginner, like me, Ben will help you develop your first joke into your first five-minute set. If you’re more experienced, Ben will give you the schedule, coaching, and feedback you need in order to develop new material.”

“Ben is talented at zeroing in on exactly what each joke needs, providing spot-on feedback that’s both constructive and motivating. He doesn’t just give general advice—he elevates each joke with precision, helping us understand the subtle tweaks that take a joke from funny to unforgettable.”

“He encourages you to be yourself and draw from your own experiences. Ben is also very open about his own experiences and answers questions you may have about pursuing comedy and being a comedian!”

“His teaching style is both encouraging and honest, and he creates a space where everyone feels comfortable experimenting and growing. Highly recommended for anyone serious about improving their stand-up comedy!”

“I very much appreciated your class. You pushed me to be me on stage and alot less scripted. I thoroughly enjoyed my time on stage. I found the unpredictability of where the big laughs come to be invigorating.

What I liked about your class is that you offered a framework. You made clear that you don’t have all the answers and that the material is ultimately your own. One can accept or reject your comments and that you are in fact free to edit your own comments.”

“My experience taking Ben’s stand-up class was epic. He not only gave amazing writing and delivery techniques but his comedy IQ is very impressive. He was able to absorb our content and quickly give us on-the-spot feedback. His innovative warm-up writing technique and seed topics gave me a deep insight into the art, and he also helped us master the skill of being concise. I would highly recommend Ben.”

“I took Ben Rosenfeld’s comedy class. I loved it. I had been doing comedy in NYC for about a year and a half but Ben’s expertise helped me better understand joke writing VS saying funny things.”

“Ben is a true professional on and off the stage. I saw everyone in our comedy class improve in writing, delivery, and confidence after each class! Ben is extremely quick with feedback that makes your jokes funnier or helps you explore another perspective on your set.”

“It was a great class and a fabulous graduation show. I felt prepared which ensured comfort and that never would have happened without Ben’s guidance.”

“I really enjoyed my standup class with Ben. With every practice set he had tons of ideas of how to improve, whether they were as granular as word ordering or as expansive as brand-new jokes. Whether you’re a clean comic or telling dirty jokes, he only focuses on what can make you funnier and otherwise lets you be yourself.”

“I learned a lot and had a great time. So much fun! It was a great class with great folks. You can take the class as an expert or a beginner and you will still get a lot out of it.”

Ben helped us learn to clear our minds, mine our lives, and “kill our babies.” I had been telling my stories for years, he helped hone them, so they morphed from amusing tidbits to comedy. He was generous and on point with his feedback.

If you are seriously looking for a comedy class, try this one. Although I was a newbie, some of my classmates had experience. Ben helped their material go from good to great. Give it a shot. You won’t regret it

“I feel I’ve gained a greater appreciation for how the content in stand-up is formulated for jokes to hit. I feel I have just scratched the service of what it takes to be a comedian and have mad respect for the craft. Thank you for everything.”

“The sense of accomplishment I got after completing my five-min set gave me a lot of confidence in this craft. If you’re still mulling over taking the class, I’d suggest to stop overthinking it and sign up immediately! You won’t regret it!!”

“If someone wants to start being a comedian this is the right place to learn it. Taking the class gave me the confidence and motivation to do perform stand up. Highly recommend.”

“I had never done stand up, but always wanted to give it a go. Ben’s guidance, ideas, and support gave me the confidence to continue writing and performing! It was such a fun experience, and I learned a ton. And my friends loved the graduation performance and said they were surprised it was a class show!!”

“Ben is an exceptionally competent mentor and coach who is hard-working  and focused. As well as being genuinely funny, he works with you to get the most from your own individual material and style. I really enjoyed these classes and made some good friends along the way!”

“Ben is a gifted comedic writer and instructor. He deconstructs the jokes and helps you improve your materials!”

“The class was great. Ben was very helpful in rewriting my tornado-divorce bit.”

“Ben is a great teacher! He knows his stuff, gave great feedback and helped me improve. The assignments he gave allowed me to develop a range of material. By the end, I was confident enough to deliver a 5-minute set that got laughs! I’d highly recommend his class!”

“Ben’s comedy class was wonderful. He kept everyone on track. Great teacher. I would definitely recommend Ben. Don’t miss out! Take his class.”

“Thanks so much for all your work to make these classes good. You’re a great teacher!!!”

“It was a great class. Two unique activities that I especially enjoyed were “Peel The Onion” and “Complete The Premise” both which helped break writer’s fatigue, and aided in the process of finding the funny within a joke premise.”

“Thank you so much for such a wonderful class. You really helped make my dream come true!!!!”

“Ben helped each of us reach the full potential of our comedic abilities, not an easy task.  With lightning speed, he came up with clever suggestions that made a huge difference in my content.  I highly recommend Ben and can’t imagine a better mentor.”

“I registered for comedy classes because I wanted to improve my public speaking skills, and see if I could actually entertain people on my own. Not only has this boosted my confidence, I had a lot of fun! Ben’s comedy classes are a great setting that help you get comfortable in front of a crowd, and learn how to curate a comedy set.”

“I was looking for an intro to comedy class to understand the creative process and this certainly accomplished that!! Ben was informative, patient, and thoughtful with how he went about each class with us. Highly recommend this class to anyone looking to try out comedy!”

“I learned so much about the nuts and bolts of stand-up from Ben. And by the way, I love doing it.”

“After taking Ben’s class, I performed at another show. The other comedians were really impressed and surprised that I had only performed once before. I realized how much I learned in class by watching the other comedians and noticing subtle things that Ben would have corrected.”

“I really enjoyed Ben’s incisive feedback and clever suggestions.”

Ben is an amazing writer and an incredible coach. He can take a premise you’re working on and turn it into one of your best jokes. I highly recommend him.

“Ben’s instruction and insight have been KILLER. I loved the class. Ben’s a great teacher!!!”

“Ben is a fantastic standup comedy instructor. Not only does he have years of “real world”, stand-up experience performing in clubs, but, he’s also an excellent writer. So, he helped us better tailor our routines. Including witty punchline suggestions, etc. He’s very kind, patient and encouraging, focusing on the positive of what you’re doing well. And, adding onto that that in a constructive, supportive way. The classes are fun, inspiring and educational. A great way to network too.”

“I found it very helpful that the instructor would pick apart my jokes almost like a scientist. He was especially helpful in joke structure (i.e. ordering of jokes, what info to be edited in VS out, having jokes follow a path of logic).”

“This class makes you work, makes you think, and makes you a better comedian.  It’s a safe space, and I highly recommend it to all. Ben is a seasoned comic, and really listens to your personal comic ‘voice.’”

“Ben is a phenomenal comedian and an amazing instructor! He knows exactly what everyone needs to make their comedy the best it can be! 11/10 would recommend this class! It’s perfect for someone looking to try comedy for the first time or a veteran looking to brush up on their skills.”

“Ben is an amazing teacher. He does a wonderful job preparing students to do this in the real world. Ben may be one of the best stand-up teachers in NYC.”

“Thanks for an outstanding class experience.  Your expertise as a comic is noteworthy.”

“Ben’s class provides you structure when you need it and room to play all in one! It gave me a chance to become confident in my own perspective and comedic voice and pushed me to be funnier than I had hoped I could be. If you’re on the fence, don’t be; I came all the way from Canada for his class!”

“I thought I was funny until Ben showed me how to be actually funny! Thanks Ben. I enjoyed the classes and I admire his ability to quickly turn our funny anecdotes into genuine comedic routines!”

“I learned a lot from the instructor and the group was just so fun! It really gave me something to look forward to every week. And the class show was so fun and I can really see myself pursuing stand-up as a hobby now.”

“Thank you for such a great class! It was also great to be able to try out material that I wouldn’t have had the chutzpah to try anywhere else.”

“Over just a few weeks you really get a sense of the major way to structure jokes- what works and what doesn’t and how to craft your best delivery. The writing prompts are super helpful! The chance to perform really drove all the points of the class home and created a whole new network of fellow comics that I’ll take with me beyond the class. Take this class! You’ll get so much to move you along in your comic development!”

“I enjoyed Ben’s standup class immensely. The classes were educational, inspiring, and just plain fun. Ben is a great teacher.  He is motivating and so organized. I have signed up for another standup class with Ben.”

“This class is the real deal. Ben offers so much in the way of real, detailed content to help the aspiring comedian grow and generate new material and take their material to the next level. Students get quality time on the mic during each class followed by detailed feedback from the instructor each class.”

“This is my third time taking class with Ben. I learn something new every time and I now have 15 minutes of material to show for it. The highest compliment I can pay is that I keep spending my time and money with Ben because the results are totally worth it!”

“Ben’s teaching style was calm, thoughtful, and focused. He was able to listen to our work, find the kernel of humor in it, and then help us reconfigure what we were saying for the most humor impact. He challenged us without shaming, encouraged us to stand on our growth edge in comedy, and cheered when we dove.”

“Thanks for the amazing class! It helped a lot; made me think about things in a different way and gave me more of an idea of how to turn my writing into stand-up! It also helped me feel more comfortable to try doing this.”

“Thanks SO MUCH! I was very impressed with Ben’s teaching skills.”

“I’ve taken Ben’s class twice now. Both times I came in with basic ideas for jokes. By the end of six classes, Ben had helped me work them into crisp, sharp jokes that landed laughs and applause in the show. Whatever your reasons are for wanting to do standup, you’ll be in good hands with Ben’s guidance.”

“There is no question that at the end of this class, your set will be 10x funnier. It’s math, so you know it has to be true.”