Helping you grow your communication and leadership skills.
How Toastmasters Learning Works
Toastmasters learning is practical, hands‑on, and community‑driven. Members learn by doing — speaking, listening, evaluating, and taking on leadership roles within their club.
Every program is built on four core principles:
Experiential Learning: You grow by giving speeches, taking roles, and participating actively in meetings.
Peer Feedback: Supportive evaluations help you strengthen your communication and leadership skills.
Mentoring: Experienced members guide you, helping you achieve more than you thought possible.
Self‑Paced Progress: You choose your pace and your goals, ensuring long‑lasting development.
Each club follows the same educational framework, but every club has its own personality — meaning you can learn in a style that suits you.
Education Programs
Pathways Learning Experience
Pathways is Toastmasters’ core education program. It offers six specialised learning paths and more than 300 unique competencies designed to help you build communication and leadership skills step by step.
Members work through projects that include:
Prepared speeches
Leadership assignments
Evaluations
Impromptu speaking
Real‑world application projects
You complete Pathways through Base Camp, our online learning platform.
Speechcraft
Speechcraft is a 4–8 week digital program designed for non‑members who want a fast, structured introduction to public speaking and communication skills.
It is delivered by experienced Toastmasters and is a great stepping stone into club membership.
Contact Us to find out if a Speechcraft session is coming up near you or online!
Youth Program
Toastmasters also supports young people through the Youth Leadership Program, helping them build confidence, communication skills, and leadership abilities in a safe, guided environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I learn in Toastmasters?
Members develop communication, public speaking, leadership, mentoring, and organisational skills through practical experience. You can explore the full education program on Toastmasters International’s website.
Do I need to prepare speeches?
Yes. Prepared speeches are a core part of the Pathways Learning Experience, along with evaluations, meeting roles, and leadership projects.
Is the program suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. Toastmasters is designed for all experience levels, and every member progresses at their own pace with the support of mentors and peers.
Is Toastmasters useful for professionals?
Yes. Many members join to improve workplace communication, presentation skills, leadership capability, and confidence in meetings or interviews. Explore the projects available through Pathways.
How much does it cost?
Membership fees vary by club. Fees include access to the Toastmasters learning program and club activities. Find a club and ask about the total fee cost.
Can I visit before joining?
Yes. Guests are welcome to attend club meetings free of charge. Find a club and get in touch to check details on when, where and how they meet.
Is Toastmasters only about public speaking?
No. Leadership development is a major part of the program. Members learn to run meetings, mentor others, manage projects, and contribute to a supportive community. Learn about Toastmasters and leadership.
What formats do clubs meet in?
Clubs may meet in person, online, or in hybrid format.
What is Speechcraft?
Speechcraft is a short, structured program for non‑members who want a fast introduction to public speaking. Learn more about Speechcraft.
Do you offer programs for young people?
Yes. The Youth Leadership Program.