We are Paddington Toastmasters
A Club Like No Other

Meetings every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the Month
18.00 for 18.15 start, 19.30 finish.

Westbourne Park Baptist Church
Limited guest spaces!

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"All speaking is public speaking, whether it’s to one person or a thousand."

--Roger Love

Welcome to Paddington Toastmasters -
Your first step towards Public Speaking Excellence

Public Speaking is NOT to be Feared


It can be enjoyed and Paddington Toastmasters are here to help!


We are a lively and supportive club, ready to support you as you build your confidence, public speaking and communication skills.Whether you are a complete newbie or a seasoned public speaker, you are welcome to join us at our meetings where we can improve together.


Progress with us

We pride ourselves on creating a relaxed and informal environment where you feel comfortable to participate and most importantly, have a laugh while doing so. On becoming a member, we offer mentorship and support as you make your way through the Toastmasters International Educational Program, Pathways.

Learn more aboutPathways


Reap the Benefits

Help us to help you to Build Leadership Skills, Maximise your Potential, in the workplace and beyond, and Enhance Self-Awareness.
The benefits are endless.

We are waiting to welcome you!

talking toastmasters;

"If you’re not comfortable with public speaking – and nobody starts out comfortable; you have to learn how to be comfortable – practice."

--Hilary Clinton

Our Meetings

New to Toastmasters? This is how we do things...

Start with Prepared Speeches

Members come along with a prepared speech ready to entertain, inform or even wow the audience. Each speech counting towards their progress in Pathways, Toastmasters' unique educational program designed to support members on thier individual journeys

All Speeches are Evaluated

Constructive feedback is a huge part of what we do. All prepared speakers get direct feedback on how to improve speech and evaluators get to practise active listening skills

Members in Functionary Roles

We all have a role to play in our meetings - as our guest, your job is to simply enjoy! We will introduce to you the Toastmasters who will support in making sure that the club meetings run smoothly and to time.

Get Involved with Table Topics

Members are called upon to join in with our most popular segment, Table Topics! Get a random question and you have two minutes to speak about anything that comes to mind! A fun way to practise impromtpu speaking for moments where we may suddenly have the spotlight.

See this in action, join us at our next meeting!

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"90% of how well the talk will go is determined before the speaker steps on the platform."

--Somers White

Hear it from our members

See some of the words from members about Paddington Toastmasters

I have benefitted so much from being a member of Toastmasters. The skills I acquired gave me the confidence to accept a job that required frequent public speaking appearances. I can warmly recommend Toastmasters as a great and extremely cost-effective way to improve your public speaking, communication skills and grow in self-confidence.

--Fedor

What I like the most about PTM is to be able to gain more confidence in public speaking in the safe, geniune and friendly space the club has created over time. Each evening is full of laughers and a great opportunity to meet people from diverse background. The continuous support I get from the club has been invaluable in my progress.

--Léa

I joined Paddington Toastmasters looking to improve my public speaking skills. Little did I know the benefits would spread much further, including improving my listening and feedback skills, leadership opportunities and mentorships, and meeting interesting people from diverse backgrounds. Paddington Toastmasters truly is a club like no other; the support and camaraderie I feel as a member has made all the difference for me.

--Magu
Dagmawi, our Club President

And a note from our 2023-2024 president, Dagmawi Mulugeta

Joining Paddington Toastmasters (PTM) is an excellent decision if you want to improve your public speaking skills and gain confidence. With my new role came the responsibility to speak at public conferences. Toastmasters offered me a supportive and structured environment where I could practice speaking regularly in front of a friendly audience. Within a year, I gained the ability and confidence to speak in front of 300 people and deliver a top-rated conference talk. This consistent practice helps reduce anxiety and makes speaking feel more natural over time. The club's meetings are designed to provide constructive feedback, allowing you to learn from your mistakes and build on your strengths in a positive, encouraging setting. PTM isn't just a chance; it's an electrifying adventure you won't regret.

Ready to take the leap?

Join us at our next meeting!

Westbourne Park Baptist Church, Porchester Rd, London W2 5DX

Limited guest spaces!
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