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RETREAT
Camp Ocean Pines - Cambria, CA
May 22nd-25th, 2026
ABOUT WEST:
Our annual camp is a three-night retreat for adults 18 and over and happens every Memorial Day Weekend in May. It takes place at Camp Ocean Pines, nestled on the Central California Coast in Cambria, near San Luis Obispo. Improvisers from all over the country come together and learn improv from nationally renowned teachers. This three-night camping experience includes improv workshops, performances, jams and camp activities like archery and axe throwing. Your accommodations are great too with cabin camping, private showers and bathrooms, meals and much more. Camp is a relaxed environment to learn while experiencing camaraderie, community and nature.
$695 USD Tuition
All-inclusive — meals, lodging, workshops and more!
Pay Plans Available with a $300 Deposit
Only available up to 60 days before camp.
There is a one time non-refundable Camp Network fee of $3.99 and processing fees equal to 3.95 % + $0.30.
We encourage you to join our waitlist for West. Spots open all the time. Priority registration goes to first time campers.
Our West retreat is all inclusive
CAMP TUITION INCLUDES
Workshops: 10 hours of workshops from master improv teachers! Performances: Improv jams and shows with your cabinmates!
Camp Activities: Archery, axe throwing, hiking, campfires, improv and so much more!
Lodging: Shared cabins with bunk beds, private bathrooms, showers and electricity.
Food: All meals are included and prepared by professional kitchen staff. Special dietary and allergy-friendly meals are available, too!
Community: Meet improvisers from all over the world...community, camaraderie in nature!
Instructors
and Intensives
We encourage you to join our waitlist for West. Spots open all the time.
Priority registration goes to first time campers.
Scholarship Support
CAMP TUITION ASSISTANCE
Use our funding awards to help offset your cost. Apply for a camp scholarship here.
SPONSOR A CAMPER
Contribute to sponsor a full camp scholarship. Help us offer affordable solutions here.
INDIVIDUAL DONATIONS
Make a one time or re-occurring donation to Improv Utopia’s scholarship fund here.
Camp
Ocean
Pines
1473 Randall Dr, Cambria, CA 93428
Pre-Order your brand new IU West Hoodie to pick up or have a friend pick up at Camp West in May 2025. The hoodie colors are suggested and subject to change based on supplier demand.