Introduction
At Toastmasters members learn by speaking to groups and working with others in a supportive environment. A typical Toastmasters club is made up of 10 to 20 people who meet twice a month for about two hours. Each meeting gives everyone an opportunity to participate in the program.

Conducting Meetings.
During a meeting the chairman conducts a short business session which helps members learn basic meeting procedures.

Giving Impromptu Speeches.
Members present a one minute impromptu speeches on assigned topics.

Presenting Prepared Speeches.
Members present speeches on projects from the Toastmasters International Communication and Leadership Program manuals. Projects cover such topics as speech organisation, voice, language, gestures, and persuasion.

Constructive Evaluation.
Every prepared speaker is assigned an evaluator who points out speech strengths and offers suggestions for improvement.

The Tools You Use.
Upon joining a Toastmasters club, each new member receives a variety of manuals and resources on speaking. Members also have access to other books as well as audio and video cassettes on speaking and leading. They also receive the award-winning THE TOASTMASTER, a monthly magazine that offers the latest insights on speaking and leadership techniques.