Storytelling: Write & Tell with Impact
what students are saying
Everybody has a story to tell. Stories captivate, entertain and motivate. Being able to confidently share your story at a gathering, job interview, business event or on stage is a powerful and rewarding skill.
In this practical storytelling course, professional storyteller, comedian and facilitator John Knowles guides you step-by-step through the process of transforming personal memories into compelling narratives. Learn how to shape, distil and deliver your story with confidence—whether for performance, business, or personal growth.
You’ll explore how to find story-worthy moments, structure a tight script, and apply stagecraft techniques that engage and hold an audience’s attention. Through writing tips, illustrated examples and supportive feedback, you’ll build the confidence to step onto any stage knowing your story will be heard and remembered.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the mechanics and craft of powerful oral storytelling.
- Develop and refine a personal story using proven writing and editing techniques.
- Build confidence and stage presence to engage a live audience.
Course Outline
- Session 1: What makes exceptional storytelling and why humour and vulnerability matter.
- Session 2: Sharing short personal stories and analysing admired storytellers.
- Session 3: Core storytelling elements—structure, character, stakes and audience engagement.
- Session 4: Identifying story-worthy life moments and matching story to audience.
- Session 5: Crafting your narrative arc and strengthening key moments.
- Session 6: Enhancing emotional impact, character and sensory detail.
- Session 7: Stagecraft, presence, voice and final practice performance.
Schedule & Pricing
- 7-week course
- Tuesdays, 6:00pm – 8:30pm
- Course fee: $429
Details
You will learn
- Key storytelling structures and techniques
- How to craft and edit true personal narratives
- Stage presence and audience engagement skills
You will get
- Expert guidance from professional storyteller John Knowles
- Practical writing exercises and feedback
- Supportive, interactive group environment
Appropriate for
Beginners and individuals looking to enhance interpersonal communication skills, including aspiring writers and those pursuing careers in media or communications.
Preparation
What to bring
- Notebook and pen or laptop/device for writing
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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