Fun, Professional & Supportive Public Speaking Training - South East London

Fun, Professional & Supportive Public Speaking Training - South East London

Want to grow your public speaking & leadership skills? Join us for free as a guest at our fun, supportive Toastmasters meeting in Greenwich

By Meridian Speakers

Date and time

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 18:50 - 21:00 GMT+1

Location

Meridian Speakers Toastmasters Club

11-13 Crane St Trafalgar Rowing Club (2nd Floor) London SE10 9NP United Kingdom

Agenda

6:50 PM

Doors Open


Greet & Meet - Get in early to register, ask any questions about the club - and enjoy the view from our balcony.

7:00 PM

Meeting Start - First Half


After a brief introduction and warm-up, we kick off the first half with prepared speeches from our members. Then, the speakers get some helpful feedback in the form of evaluations - always encouragin...

8:00 PM

Break


We'll take a short break to enjoy some biscuits, stretch, and chat. It's a nice chance to meet other members and guests before we continue with the second half of the meeting.

8:10 PM

Second Half


In the second half, we dive into impromptu speaking (also known as Table Topics), followed by evaluations. Participants are given a topic to speak on entirely off-the-cuff for one to two minutes. It ...

8:45 PM

Meeting Wrap Up


We usually wrap up each meeting with a few final reports from members, feedback from our guests, and closing remarks from the Club President.

9:00 PM

Meeting Close


We always finish up by 9 pm (or even a bit earlier), so you’ll be heading home on time!

About this event

Meridian Speakers is a friendly, engaging public speaking club based in Greenwich.

But it’s more than just speaking - it's about growth through leadership, listening, learning, and developing both vocal and visual communication skills. Whether you’re new to public speaking or a seasoned speaker, our supportive group is here to help you progress.

Join us to:

  • overcome a fear of public speaking
  • build confidence when presenting to an audience
  • prepare for a specific event, like a wedding speech or important presentation
  • develop communication and leadership skills valuable across many areas of life

We meet twice a month - every 2nd and 4th Tuesday - to practise and strengthen our speaking abilities.

Meridian Speakers is affiliated with Toastmasters International, a global non-profit with over 12,500 clubs worldwide.

Join us at our next meeting - free of charge - as a guest, whether you’d like to participate or just observe!


"Walking through Meridian Speakers door, I was welcomed and introduced to other members which gave me a sense of belonging. The club has a fantastic view of the river Thames overlooking to the beautiful scene of Canary Wharf and by the next meeting, I was a member. My public speaking and leadership skills have been increased at an exponential rate with the encouragement and supportive culture of the club. The valuable knowledge gained has helped me in my professional setting to sequence speeches, give critical feedback and listen carefully."


To explore more about our club, visit our website: Meridian Speakers Toastmasters Club.


Frequently asked questions

I’m terrified of public speaking. Is this event suitable for me?

Many of our members were once just as nervous about public speaking! As a guest, you can either observe or participate at your comfort level. If you decide to join, you'll start with smaller roles and gradually take on more challenging ones. At Toastmasters, your growth is at your own pace!

Do I need to prepare anything as a guest before coming?

No. Just turn up! You may simply observe if you wish. But you are always welcome to take part in our Table Topics – voluntarily of course! :-)

Am I required to speak as a guest at a club meeting?

No. You are not obligated to speak when visiting one of our meetings. You may simply observe if you wish. But you are always welcome to take part in our Table Topics – voluntarily of course! And we do enjoy hearing our guests’ feedback at the end of the meeting if they wish to share. :-)

Are parking facilities available?

Yes, parking is available nearby. While there’s no onsite parking, free parking can be found on Eastney Street, Old Woolwich Road, or on any yellow line nearby after 6:30 pm. Just check the signs to be sure. Please note, we aren’t responsible for any parking ticket

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Meridian Speakers is a lively and welcoming public speaking club located in Greenwich, London - affiliated to Toastmasters International.

On Sale 1 Jul 2025 at 00:00