Operating as a co-working space for writers of all persuasions and stages in their careers to come practice their craft & teach their practice, The Writer’s Gym aims to nurture an inclusive community—even if you’re not quite persuaded you are a writer (yet)—around the written word and to spread the joyful practice of weaving them into and out of the social fabric of our peculiarly solitary lives.
Operating as a co-working space for writers of all persuasions and stages in their careers to come practice their craft & teach their practice, The Writer’s Gym aims to nurture an inclusive community—even if you’re not quite persuaded you are a writer (yet)—around the written word and to spread the joyful practice of weaving them into and out of the social fabric of our peculiarly solitary lives.
Led by Grant Koo, The Writer’s Gym prioritizes maintaining a consistent writing practice over the pressure to publish. His workshops offer the gift of feedback through in-depth conversations about form, style, and craft, while creating space for the kind of self-insight learners have compared to group therapy. For those interested in taking work further, his literary quarterly can also serve as a possible publishing path.
Classes feel personable, encouraging, and open to writers at different stages, including people who are not sure they are “writers” yet. Through guided discussion, feedback, and creative prompts, learners are invited to share ideas, notice what their writing is trying to say, and gain insight into both their work and themselves.
The Writer’s Gym offers a comfortable, art-filled setting with room to write, gather, and exchange ideas. With shared work areas, private desks, inviting seating, and a kitchen, the space feels warm and communal while still giving writers the quiet and breathing room their practice needs.
540 President Street, 2C, Brooklyn, NY, 11215 View Direction
Join us for some light refreshments and small talk before we all lock in for a quiet evening of dedicated writing time.
We welcome writers of all stripes and fitness levels to join any and all of our bi-monthly, drop-in sessions.
We welcome high school juniors & seniors to join this workshop focused on crafting compelling personal narratives for college application essays.
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