Masterclass: An Induction to Poetry

Get ready to unleash your creativity and let the words flow freely in this poetry masterclass - no boundaries, just pure inspiration!

Ever felt curious about poetry, but unsure where to start?

An Induction to Poetry is a welcoming, beginner-friendly masterclass designed for anyone with little or no experience of poetry. If you’ve ever felt drawn to the art form but held back by uncertainty, intimidation, or the belief that poetry “isn’t for you”, this session is the perfect place to begin.

Led in the Surrey Poet Laureateship way , inclusive, encouraging, and pressure-free, this masterclass introduces the fundamentals of poetry as a living, accessible craft. You’ll explore what poetry really is (and what it isn’t), how poems work, and how to start writing your own, without rules, jargon, or judgement.

Together, we’ll gently cover:

• What poetry can look and sound like today
• How poems are built (in simple, human terms)
• Ways to start writing without fear or perfectionism
• How poetry can be a tool for expression, reflection, and connection

You don’t need experience. You don’t need to share your work. Just bring curiosity, and let that quiet voice have its say.

Friendly. Grounding. Empowering.

The perfect first step into poetry.