Free Public Speaking: Beginners to Advanced – Central London Toastmasters
Free Public Speaking Class in London! Anxious about public speaking? Join us in Central London-observe or participate, it's completely free!
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Cittie of Yorke
22 High Holborn London WC1V 6BN United KingdomAbout this event
🎤 Join Our Free Public Speaking Class in Central London
- 🌟 Are you struggling with public speaking or experiencing anxiety about it?
- 👉 Attend our in-person public speaking class, suitable for beginners to advanced speakers, absolutely FREE as a guest!
You don't need to speak - just observe and learn, or participate if you feel ready.
Why Attend Our Public Speaking Class?
- 💪 Overcome Public Speaking FearCentral London Toastmasters is the premier weekly public speaking club, offering a relaxed and supportive environment. Practice in a safe space where no one judges you, and start your journey to becoming a confident speaker.
- ✨ Become a Charismatic SpeakerEnhance your public speaking skills and develop the charisma you've always wanted. Impress your colleagues with smooth, polished presentations and wow your friends with newfound confidence and storytelling abilities.
- 💼 Improve Business Speaking SkillsOur meetings are friendly and informal, making them the perfect starting point for building confidence in public speaking. Many of our members began with anxiety, but now speak with total confidence. As a guest, you’ll see firsthand how warm and welcoming our club is, and you can chat with members about their experiences.
- 🏆 Develop Leadership SkillsPublic speaking is not just about presenting; it's also about leading. Our club provides opportunities to take on leadership roles, helping you to develop crucial skills like team management, decision-making, and strategic thinking that can benefit your personal and professional life.
📅 Location and Time
- 📍 Location: Cittie of Yorke pub, Holborn
- ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (Feel free to arrive late and quietly take a seat)
🔄 What to Expect at Our Meetings
- The meeting is divided into two halves, each lasting approximately 50 minutes, with a 10-minute break.
- 🎯 First Half: Members participate in impromptu speeches, and guests are invited to introduce themselves by name.
- 📈 Second Half: Members deliver prepared speeches followed by evaluations.
- After the meeting, we enjoy drinks and informal chats, providing a great opportunity to network and learn more about the club.
🎟️ Interested in Becoming a Member?
Membership includes access to our online course, Pathways, guiding you step-by-step through your public speaking journey. A full year’s membership, covering 50 weekly meetings, is just £168, plus a one-time £30 registration fee.
💬 Testimonials from Our Members
- “Toastmasters transformed my life!”"I went from fearing public speaking to leading meetings at work. This newfound confidence even earned me a promotion!" – Alexander
- "A warm and supportive club!""From the first meeting, I felt welcomed. The constructive feedback boosted my confidence both in public speaking and daily life." – Sarah
- "Overcoming my fear was easier than I thought.""The support here made my sales presentations more impactful and less stressful. It's been a game-changer for me professionally." – David
- "A fun and rewarding experience.""I look forward to every meeting. The sessions are engaging, and I love the socializing afterward." – Lucy
- "I've grown as a speaker and leader.""Taking on roles in the club has sharpened my leadership skills, making me more effective at work." – James
Frequently asked questions
If you want - its up to you. The training is self paced, so you can speak when you are ready.
Nope - just turn up
Nearly all of our members were terrified of public speaking when they started. We start out easy, and as your confidence grows, you can take on more challenging roles - and when you are ready you can host the whole meeting!
Yes - the confidence you gain from this will affect all aspects of your life, including work, interviews, and your social life.
Every Tuesday - the course is self paced, its up to you how often you chose to attend.
The club is part of Toastmasters which is an international organisation made up of volunteer clubs. Toastmasters has been training people in public speaking for over100 years!
yes - you can come as many times as you like (for free). If you chose to become a member, there is a fee, but its up to you! There is no hard sell - its a volunteer club so we are quiet relaxed.