Feeling butterflies before you speak? You’re not alone, and you’re exactly who Toastmasters is built for. At Hobsonville Toastmasters we offer a low-stakes, high-support environment where you can try ideas, make mistakes, and see real progress week by week.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬
A sense of safety lets you focus on learning rather than worrying about judgement. Predictable meeting formats, agendas, timing lights, clear roles, keep surprises to a minimum, so you can direct all your energy to the message you want to share. And because everyone in the room is working on the same skills, empathy and practical tips flow freely.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐖𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞

Pathways Learning Programme: Choose from 11 learning paths in the Pathways learning experience] and advance through bite-sized projects at your own pace. check the link here for more information: (Toastmasters International -Pathways Learning Experience)

Positive, specific evaluations: Evaluators follow the “commend-recommend” pattern and draw on resources such as the to reinforce strengths before suggesting one or two clear improvements.(Toastmasters International -Generic-Evaluation Resource) 

Roles for every comfort level: Ease in as Timekeeper or Grammarian, step up to [Table Topics] for
a 1–2-minute impromptu, then take on prepared speeches when you’re ready.(Toastmasters International -Table Topics Speaker)

Gradual exposure: Start with a 15-second meeting introduction, move to impromptu responses, and build toward longer presentations, all at a pace you control.

𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞

Set micro-goals such as “pause after my key point” instead of broad aims like “be confident.” Say yes to Table Topics, short bursts of speaking build resilience fast. Record yourself on your phone and listen back; objective playback is eye-opening. Finally, give feedback to others: evaluating a speech sharpens your own critical ear.

Mentorship and peer support

New members are paired with experienced mentors; Toastmasters even
provides a [detailed mentoring framework] clubs can adopt to keep guidance consistent.(Toastmasters International -Mentoring)

𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
Do I have to speak at my first meeting?
No. You’re welcome to observe and volunteer only if the moment feels right.

What if I forget my words?
You’re surrounded by encouraging faces, and the Toastmaster is ready with a prompt if you need it.

Will I outgrow the club?
Members often stay for years, progressing into advanced projects, leadership roles, or contest coaching, there’s always another rung on the ladder.

Ready to elevate your public speaking skills? Join Hobsonville Toastmasters and become part of a community committed to personal and professional growth.

Join us at our next meeting and see the safe-space magic in action.
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: Hobsonville Toastmasters | Speechcraft Club, Scott Point School Hall, 11 Scott Road, Hobsonville, Auckland
𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧: Wednesdays, 7:00 pm – 8:50 pm (arrive 10 mins early)
𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭: Your first visit is free. Ongoing membership is about NZ $9 per meeting.

𝐆𝐞𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐆𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭
Fill out our guest application form for full meeting details (including the car-park gate code): https://speechcraft.club

Click “Apply for a Guest Ticket,” send through your details, and we’ll have a seat ready.

We look forward to welcoming you!