Poetry Writing Workshop
Two days. One finished poem you are proud of.
About this course
A short, focused intensive for anyone curious about poetry. Over two days students explore form and imagery, write under gentle guidance, and leave with at least one finished, polished poem.
What is included
- Two-day intensive format
- Imagery, rhythm and form
- Guided writing time
- Leave with finished work
Who this course is for
Ages 10–18, any level. A weekend-sized way to try poetry without committing to a month.
What you will be able to do
- Write from a prompt without stalling
- Use imagery deliberately
- Revise a draft into something finished
- Leave with at least one complete poem
How the course is structured
Day 1: Reading and generating
Poems worth hearing, then guided writing that produces raw material.
Day 2: Shaping and finishing
Cutting, reordering and revising into a finished piece, with a share at the end.
Frequently asked questions
For one finished poem and a working method, yes. It is a taster, and we are clear about that.
Yes. Most attendees are.
Poet's Corner runs over four sessions for 10–14s, and the advanced workshop for 15–20s.
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How it runs
Live online · intensive: taught live, never pre-recorded, with sessions recorded afterwards so students can revisit anything they missed. Timings are arranged around school and time zones, and we reschedule when exams or travel get in the way.
Learning Bubble teaches online to students across Pakistan, Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad, as well as the Gulf, the UK and North America. You will need a laptop or tablet with a working camera and a reasonably stable connection. If a course requires any materials at home, we send the list before the first session.