Toastmasters meetings are a safe environment in which to learn. Everyone who attends is there for the purpose of gaining the skills from the Toastmasters program. You will learn the basic techniques to capture your audience and effectively communicate your message. Participants at meetings have a variety of opportunities learn about public speaking at every meeting.
What members find:
- A huge increase in confidence
- Promotion at work
- Increased opportunities generally
Heritage Toastmaster’s Mission
To provide a mutually supportive learning environment in which every member has the opportunity to develop communication and leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence and personal growth.
The Mission of the District (Toastmasters NZ)
Enhance the performance and extend the network of Clubs, thereby offering greater numbers of people the opportunity to benefit from the Toastmasters educational program by:
- Focusing on the critical success factors as specified by the District educational and membership goals
- Assuring that each Club effectively fulfills its responsibilities to its members
- Providing effective training and leadership opportunities for Club and District officers
The Mission of Toastmasters International
Toastmasters International is the leading movement devoted to making effective oral communication a worldwide reality. Through its member Clubs, Toastmasters International helps men and women learn the arts of speaking, listening, and thinking – vital skills that promote self-actualization, enhance leadership potential, foster human understanding, and contribute to the betterment of mankind. It is basic to this mission that Toastmasters International continually expand its worldwide network of Clubs, thereby offering ever-greater numbers of people the opportunity to benefit from its programs.
“Toastmasters has been an excellent forum to get feedback – both to become aware of strengths when speaking and the areas which need honing. The meeting is well run although in a relaxed environment”.
“The nerves still agitate me before speeches but every week they get less and less and now I look forward to my speeches. The confidence gained is visible in all areas of my life.”
“If you had seen my first Toastmaster’s speech you wouldn’t recognize me now. What a difference! The evaluations have been invaluable.”
“I certainly remember when I first joined, feeling nervous, today I don’t really feel those same butterflies, I tend now to ignore them. Certainly has boosted my confidence, self esteem…”
“Toastmasters has a lot to offer, especially for people who do lack some self confidence – you’re continually put on the spot. It also makes you think on your feet and gain listening skills as well.”
“For me, impromptu speaking has been the biggest challenge but being able to formulate and deliver a 1 minute story on the spot is a great skill to develop.”