Check out the Improv Asylum this year for improv and/or sketch writing classes and hone your inner comedian. Located on Hanover St in the North End, this club not only has great performances to take in, but they also offer some excellent classes. Level 1 of both Improv and Sketch Writing is 8 classes and there is a new one commencing on January 8th. At $30 a class they are an excellent value and you can find deals on Groupon.