Online Creative Writing Course: Couch to 5K Words
From a blank page to 5,000 words in five weeks
9 November to 7 December 2026 | Mondays, 6:30–8:00pm
Online | £195
Join us for five weeks of guided writing sessions, achievable weekly targets and the encouragement of a supportive writing community, culminating in 5,000 new words and personalised editorial feedback on your work.
Inspired by the Couch to 5K running programme, Couch to 5K Words will help you build your writing practice in manageable increments, starting with just 500 words and gradually increasing your weekly targets until you've written 5,000 words.
Through live online writing sessions, meditation, dedicated writing time and the encouragement of a supportive community, you'll develop the confidence and motivation to keep showing up to the page.
What's included?
Five live 90-minute online sessions combining meditation, intention setting and silent writing.
Weekly writing targets gradually building towards 5,000 words.
Small-group sharing to exchange encouragement and reflect on your progress.
Optional writing prompts to help you get started.
A personalised written editorial report on up to 5,000 words, including strengths, areas for development and next steps.
A supportive community of up to 20 writers
Who is it for?
This programme is for anyone who wants to write more, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced writer looking to regain momentum.
It's particularly suited to you if:
You want to start writing but don't know where to begin.
You have a creative project you've struggled to make progress on.
You find it difficult to maintain a regular writing practice.
You'd benefit from accountability and a supportive writing community.
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Early bird: £195
Available until 11:59pm on Sunday 25 October 2026.Full price: £250
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Booking and payment
Your place is confirmed once payment has been received.
Refunds
You may cancel your booking within 48 hours of purchase for a full refund, provided the course has not yet begun.
After the initial 48-hour period, refunds are only available if the course is fully booked and I am able to resell your place from the waiting list.
Once the course has begun, no refunds will be offered if you choose to withdraw from the course or are unable to attend individual sessions.
Confidentiality
The writing shared within the workshop, together with any personal experiences discussed, should be treated as confidential and not shared outside the group without the writer's explicit permission.
Course materials
Readings and course materials are provided for the personal use of participants and must not be copied, distributed or reproduced without permission.
Changes
In the unlikely event that a session needs to be postponed due to illness or unforeseen circumstances, an alternative date will be arranged wherever possible. If the course is cancelled by Holly Rigby, participants will receive a full refund.
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