Toastmasters is an organization that has the goal to provide its members with an opportunity to improve their oral communication, presentation, and leadership skills. Toastmasters International is a non-profit organization founded in 1924. You can obtain additional information about Toastmasters by visiting its website at http://www.toastmasters.org/ and the club website at http://speakeasysofsilverspring.freetoasthost.net
What can a Toastmasters club do for me?
Toastmasters can provide you with the tools, practice, and feedback necessary to help you:
- Conduct meetings
- Give impromptu speeches
- Present prepared speeches while focusing on speech organization, voice, language, gestures, and persuasion
What do I need to do to benefit from Toastmasters?
To benefit from Toastmasters, you need to do the following:
- Join the club
- Commit to your own development by making time to invest in yourself
- Attend the club meetings regularly
- Prepare and deliver your speeches as scheduled
What is the cost to join?
The cost to join Toastmasters is a one-time $20.00 initiation fee plus $33.00 ($27.00 Toastmasters International + $6.00 Speakeasys of Silver Spring Fun, Recognition, and Reward Fund) dues every 6 months. If paying by check, please make check payable to Speakeasys of Silver Spring. See due dates on membership form.
Why should I join Speakeasys of Silver Spring Toastmasters Club?
Club members are friendly, committed, focused, supportive, and organized. The club meeting place is conveniently located in downtown Silver Spring. It is easily accessible by Metro train or bus and adjacent to public parking. The club meets during the lunch hour. Club membership dues are low.
How do I join the club?
Contact Kamla Tiwari at (301) 628-3345, ktiwari@s-3.com, to obtain a membership application or download form here.
When and where does the club meet?
The club meets every second and fourth Thursday from noon to 1:00 p.m. at 8757 Georgia Avenue, Rm. 14071, Silver Spring, MD 20910.
