Haiku Summer School 2026
We had a wonderful Haiku Summer School 2025. Thanks so much to the group! Now Summer School 2026 dates are here!
Booking Open - Only 8 spaces left!
Our first Zoom-based online Haiku Summer Schools in July/August 2024 & 2025 were a great success,
and we look forward to its return in 2026!
Please see more about Haiku Summer School activities further down this page.
The Dates for 2026:
Monday 27th July
Tuesday 28th July
Wednesday 29th July
Thursday 30th July
The Times:
Berlin/Paris, 4 pm to 10.15 pm
London, 3 pm to 9.15 pm
New York/Toronto, 10 am to 4.15 pm
Chicago, 9 am to 3.15 pm
LA/Vancouver 7 am to 1.15 pm
All time zones outside these hours are welcome,
but we recognise that the schedule might be difficult for you.
If there is enough interest in the future, we would love to look at running an earlier shift of Summer School.
The Group:
There is a maximum of 12 spaces at Haiku Summer School
to ensure that participants' work receives some close attention
in addition to the wider group activities.
Booking Open - Only 8 spaces left!
HAIKU SUMMER SCHOOL 2026 will include, over its four day schedule:
• an intro session and then daily check-in sessions.
• two prompt workshops with Karen and Alison.
• several "where I'm writing from" sessions to meet co-participants online and showcase what's important to each person as a writer.
• 6-minute 1:1 mini-meet sessions with Alan.
• two very small group workshops with Alan for each participant.
• end of day check-ins/socials.
• drop-in reading and performance workshops.
• an end of summer school reading and celebration.
EXTRA OWN-TIME ACTIVITIES [optional]
• a group renga, hosted on the summer school webpages, for individual contribution and shared at our end-of-school reading.
• ginko advice for your own time (a break from screen time!) and for sharing in the get-togethers.
FLEXIBLE TIME
We have been careful to make the schedule not too arduous! There will be lots of writing time/flexi time as well as the scheduled workshops. We encourage you to find your balance between quality and quantity, and we will make sure that time spent on Zoom is paced and with breaks!
FINISH WITH A FLOURISH
On the last day (Thursday) we will end with a reading and celebration. There will also be some performance practice for those who'd like some tips or confidence building.
BOOKING INFORMATION FOR SUMMER SCHOOL
In order for us to properly prepare for Haiku Summer School, bookings will close three weeks before the start date, on Monday 6th July.
There is a payment button further down this page, for booking. Thank you!
There is more about subsidies for courses in the full FAQ below
ANY QUESTIONS?
Please see the FAQ section further down this page,
or ask us at admin@callofthepage.org.
You can find testimonials from previous participants below the FAQs.
Thank you so much for your interest!
2026 will be our third Summer School. It is such a treat for us to get together with everyone for a few days,
and is now something we regularly look forward to at Call of the Page.
Alan, Alison and Karen
Booking
The fee for Haiku Summer School 2026 is £295 (approx US$401).
The early bird fee for Haiku Summer School 2026 is £285 (approx US$387) and will end on 15th June.
The extra early bird fee for Haiku Summer School is £275 (approx US$374) and will end on 30th March.
Our usual Terms and Conditions apply. Thank you so much for booking with us!
FAQs
Q: Is this a conference?
A: No, it's a series of hands on Zoom events, with lots of writing time too, and extra optional activities, with the aim of improving and enjoying your writing, and adding to your body of work.
Q: Do I have to attend every event?
A: Not at all. Sometimes to make the most of a course, it's important to step back and breathe, for your creativity. The needed balance between stimulation and quiet time will be different among participants, and you are under no pressure or expectation to attend every event. But we do want you to get good value, so there will be added activities for those who wish to keep busier.
Q: Will I get to socialise?
A: Yes, but everything is structured so you won't be under pressure to be a great conversationalist. We're especially excited about the "Where I'm Writing From" sessions, which are designed to help you get to know each other and showcase some of your existing writing.
Q: I'm a complete beginner. Is this suitable?
A: Yes, but we'll have a special introduction for you to let you in gently! Email us at admin@callofthepage.org to let us know you're a beginner.
Q: Can you help with funding?
A: Yes, due to the generosity of Call of the Page participants who wish others to benefit from our activities, we have some funding (at a generous discount or full cost) for those who would particularly benefit from taking part. In the past, people have received discounts or bursaries for: low income with a chronic condition; bereavement; full time carers; writers from very low GDP countries. Please email Alison on courses@callofthepage.org if you would like to take part but your circumstances mean that Summer School is unaffordable.
Testimonials
“That was an intense (in the best way) and memorable week. The organization and content of this course was fantastic! I learned so much
and had a wonderful and inspiring time meeting you all, as well as getting to know your writing.”
Ellen, USA 2024
"Thank you... for putting on such a brilliant week!!"
Colette, USA 2024
"I’m so grateful to Alan, Alison, and Karen for their mentorship!"
Abhisha, India 2024
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