Your first workshop doesn't have to be terrifying.
Templates, step-by-step guides, and an AI coach that walks you through everything. Start confident, not anxious.
The three fears every new facilitator faces
Blank-page paralysis
You know you need an agenda, but staring at an empty document is overwhelming. Where do you even start? How long should things take?
Fear of silence
What if nobody talks? What if the icebreaker falls flat and everyone just stares at each other? The thought alone is enough to keep you up at night.
No idea what "good" looks like
You've never seen a well-structured workshop agenda. You don't know how to pace activities, manage transitions, or end on a high note.
Everything you need for day one
Four tools that take you from "I have no idea what I'm doing" to "I've got this."
Academy
Free ebooks and learning paths that teach facilitation basics. Start with "Your First Workshop" and build from there.
Start LearningActivity Library
120+ proven exercises with step-by-step instructions. No need to invent anything. Just pick, read, and run.
Browse ActivitiesWorkshop Planner
Drag and drop your way to a complete agenda. Timing calculates automatically. Export to PDF and share with your team.
Open PlannerAI Coach
Ask questions, get prep guidance, and debrief after your session. Like having a mentor in your pocket.
Coming SoonWhen you need to...
Here's exactly how Workshopr helps in the moments that matter most.
Run your first team retrospective
Start with a pre-built retrospective template from the Activity Library. Drag it into the Planner, adjust timing for your team size, and follow the step-by-step facilitation notes. The whole thing takes 10 minutes to set up.
Lead an icebreaker for a new team
Browse 50+ icebreakers filtered by group size, energy level, and setting. Each one includes a difficulty rating so you can pick something you're comfortable with as a beginner.
Plan a 2-hour strategy session
Use the Academy's "Your First Strategy Workshop" guide to understand the structure, then build your agenda in the Planner using recommended exercises. The AI Coach can review your plan and suggest improvements before you go live.
"I went from dreading team meetings to actually looking forward to facilitating them. The templates gave me a starting point, and the step-by-step instructions meant I never felt lost."
Product Manager, first-time facilitator
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This workshop was incredibly effective for our remote team! We adapted it slightly for a virtual setting and it worked wonderfully. The key was breaking into smaller breakout rooms.
Great resource! One tip: prepare all materials the day before to avoid any last-minute rushes.
Used this for our quarterly planning session. The structured approach really helped us stay on track!