Maccabi Toastmasters is one of many clubs which form part of Toastmasters International, an international organisation committed to helping and aiding people become more competent and familiar with speaking in front of an audience. At one of our fun filled club meetings you can practise your public speaking and leadership skills in a warm and friendly environment to encourage you to improve regardless of your current skill or standard.
Toastmasters allows you to work through structured programs at your level and everyone can be catered for. Whether it be a series of speeches for that special occasion or improving your presentation techniques for the work place, you will be catered for and supported in your goals. There is no need to be self-conscious - everyone is there to help and everyone vividly recalls their first time they gave a speech. Members learn from each other, everyone ranging from more experienced speakers through to our less-experienced speakers. Every member is always looking for an opportunity to improve upon their own skills.
New members have a mentor appointed to them to act as friend and guide, but really – all members of the club are always prepared to help all other members.
New members have commented that after attending a few meetings they feel that not only has their confidence improved but their verbal communication and listening ability has also reached a different standard.
Of course the meetings are not just dry exercises in public speaking. At Maccabi Toastmasters we value lively and friendly interchanges, allow for creating and strengthening friendships and enhancing the warm club atmosphere.
You are invited to attend – visitors are always most welcome at our club. Do not be self-conscious regarding your ability. Come along, join in at whatever level you feel comfortable at – you will not regret it.
Penny Antanov
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