Coaching

Stop Guessing. Start Writing Jokes That Sound Like You.

Are you tired of…

  • Knowing something is funny but not knowing how to write it?
  • Writing jokes that feel generic?
  • Getting laughs at open mics but not consistently?
  • Sounding like everyone else?
  • Having dozens of ideas but no system?

That’s exactly what these coaching calls solve.

"The way Mike breaks down comedy and teaches you a system for generating and refining material is invaluable. He gives you the tools to recognize what you’re good at and amplify and enhance them to an insane level."
Max Kestenbaum
LA Comedian

Why work with Mike?

  • 24 years as a professional stand-up comedian
  • 4 late-night TV appearances
  • Author of 5 comedy books
  • Creator of the Funny Muscle methodology
  • Comedy coach to beginners and working comics
  • Stand-up instructor at Dallas Comedy Club
  • Host of The Funny Muscle Podcast

Everybody says:

I’ll help you write better jokes.

Nobody says:

Here’s the repeatable framework.

Most comedy coaching focuses on fixing individual jokes.

My goal is different.

I teach you the system behind writing those jokes so you can keep creating new material long after our coaching ends.

  • 5 comedy books published
  • Hundreds of coaching hours
  • Thousands of books sold
  • Thousands of podcast downloads
  • Hundreds of students taught
"To all who have asked, “Can you really teach someone to be funny”? My answer is “MIKE LUKAS CAN”!!!!"
Charna Halpren
Co-creator of iO with Del Close, Author of TRUTH IN COMEDY and ART BY COMMITTEE.

By the end of these five sessions you’ll know:

✔ What makes you funny

✔ How to turn raw ideas into jokes consistently

✔ Why some jokes work and others don’t

✔ How to write without staring at a blank page

✔ How to create original material instead of accidental copies

✔ How to build a polished 5-10 minute set

"As a new comic working with Mike is helping me uplevel my material so much faster than I could do on my own. Mike is a heightening expert and so it’s so fun to brainstorming and fine tuning with him. I leave our calls feeling encouraged and inspired to keep writing!"
Darcy Christ
DFW Comedian

Here’s how the coaching calls work:   

  • We conduct five Zoom calls
  • Each call will last @ 60 minutes 
  • Calls can be scheduled at your own pace

Coaching Itinerary

Session 1: Discover your Comedy Lens

You’ll identify what makes you different from every other comic and define your unique comedic point of view.

"Mike Lukas is a brilliant, hyper-observant, comic and a hard-working, dedicated teacher. And a goofy, welcoming friend. I’m a better writer and comedian thanks to my time studying with and laughing with Mike.”
Rich Talarico
Writer/producer Key & Peele, MADtv, SNL

Session 2: Humor Blueprint

Learn the step-by-step process for turning observations into jokes.

“Mike has been a great comedy friend/coach/mentor to help me flesh out premises and turn them into stage tested bits. His ability to see the funny in every situation rivals only ChatGPT.”
Bryan McKenna
NYC Comedian

Session 3: The 36 Humor Heightening Devices

Multiply every joke into several stronger versions.

"I am new to stand-up comedy and already have multiple notebooks filled with potentially funny material...or potentially terrible material!? Mike has helped me decipher which is which. I used to think my stories are funny and that's the set! But...no. Mike reminds me to use heightening devices and land a joke with a real punchline that gets laughs every time. So, now I'm getting more laughs! Now...if I could just get a date."
Kathy Nellet
DET Comedian

Session 4: Turning Your Ideas into Jokes

Use the Funny Muscle game plan to work those premises into bits

Session 5: Your 5-10 Minute Audition Set

Outline your five-ten minute audition set

Check In Calls:

  • Feel free to schedule a 15 min, 30 min, or 60 min check-in call
  • These can happen during or after your 5 coaching sessions
  • We can go over anything you like
  • Same rates apply
"Mike translates what has worked for him on stages across the country over decades to give [his clients] some deceptively simple techniques to hone their craft. In the words of Steve Martin, “Comedy isn’t pretty,” but Mike Lukas makes it easier to understand, craft and execute.”
Kelly Leonard
The Second City (Exec. VP), “Yes And” (co-author), “Getting to Yes, And” (host)

Cost:

Investment

Five private coaching sessions

$100 per session

No package required.

Schedule them at your own pace.

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"Mike Lukas is not just a comedy coach, he’s your best friend, for navigating the standup comedy scene.
I have been doing coaching sessions with Mike for a year now and the support I have gotten from Mike is astounding. He’s not just a comedy coach you hire for an occasional coaching session over zoom – he’s always an email away, offering advice and encouragement throughout your standup journey. If you love doing standup but feel stuck, stop making the same mistakes and get Mike on your team!"
Saxony Matousek
MI Comedian

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