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66 Best Poetry Creative Writing Classes in 2025

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Writing Workshop

Minneapolis Writers' Workshop

In this course, participants will join a virtual writer’s critique and support group, with weekly meetings for feedback and critiques, as well as Open Read nights where non-members can present their work.

Website: https://minneapoliswritersworkshop.org/

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

Free

Based in Minneapolis

Level: Any

Length: Weekly meetings (2 hours each)

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

What Is Poetry?

OpenLearn

This free course introduces the techniques used in traditional and free verse poetry. It encourages participants to use personal experiences to inspire poetry writing and helps develop an understanding of basic poetic terminology.

Website: https://www.open.edu/openlearn/history-the-arts/

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

Free

Online course

Level: Beginner

Length: Self-paced, est. 12 hours

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Speculative Writing Night

Willoughby City Library

In this course, speculative fiction writers will participate in monthly self-directed writing sessions that offer networking opportunities, craft discussions, and publication tips, welcoming writers of all levels.

Website: https://libraries.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

August, 2024

Price:

Free

Based in Sydney

Level: Any

Length: 1 session (3 hours)

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Modern & Contemporary American Poetry

University of Pennsylvania

A free, fast-paced introduction to modern and contemporary U.S. poetry, focusing on experimental verse. The course includes video lectures, quizzes, and live discussions, emphasizing community interaction and individual exploration of poetry.

Website: https://www.coursera.org/

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

Free

Online course

Level: Beginner

Length: Est. 94 hours to complete

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Young Writer's Blueprint

Writing Blueprints

A hands-on, step-by-step guide for children ages 6-10 focusing on gathering ideas, character creation, writing short stories, longer works, poetry, and editing. Includes downloadable videos, worksheets, and writing prompts for offline use.

Website: https://writingblueprints.com/p/writing-course-ages-6-10

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

Free

Online course

Level: Beginner

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

The workshop focuses on members reading their work aloud for feedback, covering various genres including novels, short stories, and poetry. They aim to help members get published and welcome both beginners and experienced writers.

Website: http://www.manchester-writers.org.uk/

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

£2.00

Based in Manchester

Level: Any

Length: Weekly meetings (2 hours)

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

10-hour Write-A-Thon

Lighthouse Writers Workshop

The 10-Hour Write-A-Thon is designed for writers looking to maximize their productivity in a supportive environment. Participants can expect structured writing sprints, motivational guidance, and communal encouragement to boost their writing output.

Website: https://www.lighthousewriters.org/

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$80.00

Based in Denver

Level: Any

Length: 1 day (10 hours)

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Serial Poetics

Austin Bat Cave

This online seminar explores the craft of serial poetry, engaging various methods of form, narrative, and visual art. It includes a cross-medium approach to illustrate concepts, featuring works by notable poets.

Website: https://austinbatcave.org/

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$10.00

Based in Austin

Level: Any

Length: Self-paced (On-demand)

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Creative Writing with John Chaplick

Life Enrichment Center for the Arts

In this course, participants will focus on developing their creative voice through weekly prompts, sharing their work, and providing feedback. Topics covered include character development, setting, voice, and the publishing process, with the opportunity to publish in an annual anthology.

Website: https://lectampa.org/classes-and-events/

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$10.00

Based in Tampa

Level: Any

Length: Weekly sessions, 2 hours each

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Writing Workshop

Salt Tooth Writers

In this course, participants will engage in generative weekly workshops that feature prompts and positive feedback, allowing them to write in various genres and share their work in a supportive environment if they choose.

Website: https://www.salttoothwriters.com/wwkc

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$15.00

Based in Kansas City

Level: Any

Length: Weekly session (2 hours each)

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Creative Writing: Poetry

Community College of Philadelphia

The course covers distinguishing between formal verse and free verse, identifying poem components, understanding rhythm and meter, using rhyme schemes, applying poetic devices, and writing poetry with confidence.

Website: https://www.ccp.edu/academic-offerings/professional-devel...

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$29.00

Online course

Level: Beginner

Length: 1.5 hours

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

This online workshop encourages writers of all genres and skill levels to generate new writings from prompts, improve scenes, and gain positive reinforcement without critiques. It emphasizes creativity and community, focusing on generative writing exercises.

Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

August, 2024

Price:

$39.00

Based in Los Angeles

Level: Beginner

Length: 1 session (2.5 hours)

Class size: 8 seats max

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

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