Alexander Spradling, PhD
How I discovered Impromi
My path to Impromi began in my early 20s with two parallel discoveries: mindfulness and improvisation. Mindfulness came first; it taught me the true meaning of "being present" and the reality that everything is constantly changing.
I also spent the last 25 years exploring improvisation, starting with acting classes in Buenos Aires and later honing my craft at BATS Improv in San Francisco. I discovered something electric about the "here and now" that scripted methods couldn't touch.
The Transformation
In my own professional coaching practice I noticed a recurring pattern: the biggest breakthroughs didn't happen when I followed a plan. They happened in the moments where I was fully present, adaptable, and brave enough to play. I also realized that many coaches struggle when a client is stuck, resistant, or unresponsive, or when they themselves feel uncertain and out of ideas to move the session forward. To bridge these responsiveness gaps, I created Impromi ––a synergistic combination of the active adaptability of improv with the grounded awareness of mindfulness.
My Mission
Today, I help coaches, facilitators, and leaders move beyond rigid or limiting frameworks to become Improv-Agile. My goal is to give you the principles and behavioral tools to embody this way of coaching ––so you can be truly ready for anything.
Credentials
PhD in Human Science with specialization is Systems Inquiry, Saybrook University
Masters in Clinical Health Education with specialization in Counseling, John F. Kennedy University
Seasoned mindfulness and meditation practitioner
Comprehensive improvisation training in Buenos Aires and at Bats Improv, San Francisco
Long-standing experience guiding clients through a dedicated coaching practice
Member of the Applied Improvisation Network (AIN)