Frequently Asked Questions…

Our meetings are held at the Keppel’s Head Hotel at 24-26 The Hard, Old Portsmouth, PO1 3DT, opposite The Hard interchange.

Membership is £11 per month.

No, you do not need to talk on your first visit although you will be given the oppportunity.

Spinnaker Speakers currently has 14 permanent members with frequent guest attendance.

The club will support you to develop your skills in public speaking, self-development and leadership.

There is an initial joining fee paid to Toastmaster International of £25.

You can attend other groups as a guest and the number of times they allow that will depend on their own policies.

You can fill out the application form here and email it straight to us at enquires@spinnakerspeakers.org.uk, we will let you know where to make your payment and your membership will take about a week to set up.

Toastmasters International and Spinnaker Speakers are voluntary organisations and as such you will be ultimately responsible for your development. However, Toastmasters International has been running for over 100 years with millions of members past and present worldwide. The system is proven.

Toastmasters training is moderately challenging but you can progress at your own pace. There are opportunities for all skill levels that you can take to build your confidence and competence.

Bring a growth mindset and a can do attitude.

No previous experience is necessary. The club caters for complete novices up to advanced members.

Each meeting lasts approximately 2 hours.

You can attend up to 3 meetings as a guest but will need to decide by then whether to join as a member.