Here are some answers to typical questions. If you have more, please feel free to contact us.


When and where do you meet?

We meet on every alternate Sunday of each month, gathering from 7.45pm for a prompt start at 8.00pm, with the meeting usually ending at 10.00pm.
Our venue is the Foodlands Restaurant on Airport Road, Abu Dhabi.
Dress Code: Formal

What is Toastmasters?

Toastmasters International is a training and educational organisation which teaches its members communication, leadership, training and management skills, and builds their self confidence. It is the largest and most successful organisation of its type in the world.

It is a not-for-profit organisation run as a network of clubs led by volunteers for volunteers.


How long has Toastmasters been around?

Toastmasters International was founded in 1924 and now has around 10,000 clubs in over 70 countries around the world. As a Toastmaster you will be welcome in any of these Clubs.


Why do people join Al Jazira Toastmasters?

People join in order to: 

•      Develop the skills to persuade and convince others 

•      Learn to put their ideas across clearly and with conviction 

•      Improve their self-confidence before a group of people 

•      Learn to think quickly and clearly under pressure 

•      Learn to listen effectively and critically 

•      Train to become a good leader   

What specifically will you learn to do as a Toastmaster?

You will learn, by doing, 

•      How to give an impromptu speech 

•      How to give a prepared speech 

•      How to evaluate what you hear 

•      How to introduce speakers 

•      How to chair and run meetings
All these skills will help you develop self confidence. 

How do you learn these skills?

When you join you receive a complete training kit covering all aspects of speaking and evaluation. This kit includes a Communication and Leadership manual which reflects the years of experience Toastmasters has in helping people just like you. It takes you step by step through the art of making and evaluating speeches.

In particular you learn by doing with your efforts evaluated by your fellow Club members. You will be gradually introduced to the various roles within a Toastmasters meeting. Gaining proficiency in these helps build up your skills.


How soon will I be an expert?

People all progress at their own pace. Some move faster than others but everyone that joins Toastmasters and participates in the program can be sure they will become a competent speaker. Your skills develop gradually. As you proceed you will find that situations that once terrified you, now hold no fears for you.


Is it expensive?

No. In fact in comparison to various courses, seminars, programs, cassette and video kits offered through the media, Toastmasters is the least expensive and in our opinion the most effective way to learn public speaking and to develop confidence. Regular practice helps one to retain those learnt skills.

On joining, one gets a training manual and a regular magazine from Toastmasters International. Fees are in 2 parts, a part for Toastmasters International and a part for Al Jazira Toastmasters. For more information please select the 'Contact Us' tab on top of the page.   Will I have to speak at the first meeting I attend? No, you don't have to talk at your first meeting, or your second. In fact it is up to you when you first talk at a meeting. You may be asked if you want to introduce yourself, or comment on the meeting, or even take part in Table Topics, but nobody will mind if you choose not to. Just about every member of Toastmasters can tell you of their initial fear of speaking to a group of people. By joining Toastmasters you will be helped to overcome that fear.  
What do I need to do to join?

Anyone over the age of 18 years may join. Just come along to the Club as a guest. Visitors are most welcome to come along free and are always assured of a friendly welcome without any obligation.
Just ask for an application form after the meeting.