A writing gym to dedicate time to your research
Weekly online writing retreat for academics
Weekly Writing Practice
This online weekly writing retreat has been designed for academic scholars seeking to regain focus, improve time management, and develop a confident writing routine.
Discover the joys of flow writing and uninterrupted research time during these regular weekly writing sessions.
What do you get from the Writing Gym?
Imagine a writing sanctuary free from the routines and distractions of the outside world.
Two hours (that’s blocked on your calendar!) dedicated to distraction-free writing.
Writing prompts and exercises tailored to your needs as an academic scholar.
An environment that fosters deep focus and creativity.
A supportive community led by our experienced academic writing coaches who offer practical tools & strategies to immerse yourselves in the writing process.
A reinvigorated sense of calm, confidence and creativity as you write.
Deep Focus
Learn proven techniques to attain and maintain deep focus during the writing process.
We use timed exercises, distraction elimination, and other strategies to keep you focused throughout the whole session. This allows you to train your concentration and achieve your writing goals each week.
Confidence
Overcome writer's block and self-doubt with experienced writing coach and a supportive community.
Our writing practices help you deal with common writing fears (like perfectionism and self-doubt). Discover how you can find your authentic voice and unleash your full potential as a scholar and an author.
Flow Writing
Experience the magic of flow writing during these two-hour uninterrupted writing session.
Get inspired by our carefully curated exercises and workshops that will ignite your imagination, explore new avenues of thought, and develop fresh ideas that resonate deeply with your research and scholarly contribution.
“These days I look forward to writing, all thanks to the Writing Gym.”
“My schedule is always packed, but The Writing Gym helped me make time for my writing. It’s shown me the value of 15 minutes a day at the height of the semester.”
Victoria Collis - Buthelezi
Associate Professor, University of Johannesburg
What other scholars Say
“I used to be so overwhelmed by daily routines & admin work that I dread writing. Not anymore. These days I look forward to writing, thanks to the Writing Gym.”
Selina Tirtajana
Co-founder & CEO, SOVN
“I’ve been to other academic writing retreats but The Writing Gym is the only one that leaves me feeling extremely empowered about my writing and my research. What a breath of fresh air!”
Silvia Valisa
Associate Professor, Florida State University
Transform Your Writing Practice
Writing is a skill that can be trained and improved over time. The more you write, the easier it gets, the clearer your argument and prose. Unfortunately, our modern lifestyle makes it difficult to maintain deep focus and attention necessary for developing a good writing practice.
We’ve developed The Writing Gym to help you train your writing muscles, regain your focus and become a more confident writer & academic.
This is why The Writing Gym works:
We provide an environment free from distractions, so you can immerse yourself in a focused writing practice, tap into your creative flow and have a productive writing session.
Our expert writing coaches will guide you throughout the session, and you will learn techniques to manage time effectively and how to maintain your writing momentum outside the gym.
By engaging in this type of practice regularly, you also start training your mind to maintain concentration for extended period of time.
You will learn the techniques and experience the power of flow writing, a state of deep concentration and complete immersion in your writing.
Our retreats have been specifically designed to create an atmosphere that fosters flow states, enabling you to produce your best work and tap into your creative potential.
We want you to leave the retreat inspired, refreshed and reinvigorated. Ready and excited to take on your next writing challenge.
Similar to joining a fitness class, the Writing Gym offers a community of like-minded peers with similar goals guided by an experienced academic writing coach to help you stay motivated with regular check-ins and writing challenges.
We’re here to provide support but also to challenge you to stretch your capabilities as a writer and as an academic. Both motivational speech and tough love are what makes the Writing Gym unique.
You’ll receive constructive feedback and encouragement from experienced mentors and fellow academics, boosting your confidence in your writing abilities.
Together we will explore different writing techniques and strategies to help you gain a deeper understanding of your own unique strengths as a writer and an academic scholar.
If you’ve been looking for the best writing retreat, here’s a secret:
The best writing retreat is the one that you can go to regularly.
That’s how you can keep your writing momentum and build the right habit to become a great writer.
That’s why we offer online weekly retreats from the comfort of your home, allowing you to immerse yourself in an inspiring environment that nurtures your focus and creativity, and help you integrate retreat-like practices into your busy daily routine as an academic.