Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped millions of men and women become more confident in front of an audience. Our network of clubs and their learn-by-doing program are sure to help you become a better speaker and leader. Why pay thousands of dollars for a seminar when you can join a Toastmasters club for a fraction of the cost and have fun in the process?
Toastmasters will give you the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. Whether you are a professional, student, stay-at-home parent or retiree, Toastmasters is the most efficient, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication skills. By learning to effectively formulate and express your ideas, you open an entirely new world of possibilities. You’ll be more persuasive and confident when giving presentations, and you’ll improve your one-on-one dealings with others.
Don’t worry! Everyone in a Toastmasters club was once at the level you are now. The environment is friendly and supportive, and the self-paced program allows you to build confidence with each speaking assignment. And you’ll love the applause! Constructive evaluation is the heart of the Toastmasters program. Each time you give a prepared speech, an evaluator will point out strengths and suggest improvements. At first you’ll be applauded for your effort; later you’ll be applauded for your skill.
You won’t regret it. Toastmasters currently has more than 200,000 members in 80 countries. Our club, the St. Clair Toastmasters #496 is just one of the more than 10,000 clubs located around the world. For membership meeting information, please see our membership information page.
We meet the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month at Clinton Hills Country Club
3700 Old Collinsville Rd, Swansea at 7pm.
WARNING THIS WEBSITE WILL NO LONGER BE AVAILABLE AFTER JANUARY 31. PLEASE VISIT OUR NEW WEBSITE http://496.toastmastersclubs.org
Club Officers for July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012:
Herman Koester - President
Charles Watson - Vice-President Education
Chris Gourdine - Vice-President Membership
Jennifer Schrauth - Vice-President Public Relations
Darlene Jones - Secretary
Sam Schaefer - Treasurer
Dana Allen - Sergeant At Arms
Jennifer Schrauth - Immediate Past President
We hope to see you here!
