Training as a Toastmaster

From the original formation of the Guild of Professional Toastmasters, training has been a very important part of the Guild's aims and objectives. This ensures that when clients engage a Toastmaster from the Guild, they can be sure that the person who will arrive on that very important day is fully trained and qualified and more than capable of smoothing the way through the events of your special occasion.

Since 1998 the Professional Toastmasters' Academy has been particularly focused on training Toastmasters to meet the challenges and changes which we see in the 21st Century. The Academy's course is run over a two week period (Monday to Friday) on a full time basis, from 9.00 am until 5.00 pm. It is held in a Private Members' Club in Central London, close to Marble Arch Underground Station.

During the two weeks, candidates learn all there is to know from starting their Toastmastering careers, through every conceivable type of function which they will have to cover.

All candidates are trained in the techniques of using microphones and public address equipment and learning how to perform under strong spotlights.