Halle Toastmasters is a public speaking and leadership organization, open to all adults (18 and over) irrespective of age, gender, or nationality. However, as an English-speaking club, a good standard of English is necessary.
Our membership includes native speakers, near-native speakers, and those who use English as a second language. Our members come from many nations and are friendly and supportive.
FAQs
- What is HTM?
We are a public Speaking and Leadership club where people come together to practise impromptu talks, give prepared speeches and to receive useful, friendly evaluations.
HTM is short for Halle Toastmasters. HTM is a club within the Toastmasters International Organisation.
- Who can join HTM?
HTM is open to all adults (18 and over) irrespective of age, gender, or nationality, who speak and understand English.
Our membership includes many who speak English as a second or third language as well as some native and near-native speakers.
- Where can I find out more about HTM?
You can email our President Ute Schwennicke : ute-in-germany@live.de. OR just come along to one of our meetings.
- Do I have to speak English perfectly?
No, but as an English-speaking club a good standard of English is necessary.
- Can I be a guest?
Yes, we enjoy having guests at our meetings. Just come around and join us for an interesting evening.
If you´re nervous let us know in advance and we’ll allocate a member to make you welcome.
We meet twice a month, on the first and third Thursdays at Grober Gottlieb, Große Märkerstr.20, 06118 Halle/Saale.
Please, check the website – occasionally the venue or date may change.
- How long is a meeting?
The meeting runs from 7.00 pm to 9.30 pm with a 30minute break for food and an opportunity to chat.
- How is a meeting organised?
Every meeting is divided into two parts. The first half includes Table Topics and prepared speeches and the second half is mainly evaluations and feedback.
In the break between the two parts we have dinner, talk and get to know each other better.
Oh, and drinks are important (but not compulsory) for Toastmasters as well. The meeting usually starts with a toast of the evening.
- What is evaluation?
Evaluation is the chance to get helpful, honest and appropriate feedback from an experienced member who understands what you are going through.
Don´t worry, all members get the opportunity to be evaluated or to evaluate others.
- What is the difference between HTM and a debating club?
In Toastmaster clubs the emphasis is on the speaker – not on
debating points
At HTM everyone is a winner:
- You learn to be confident as a speaker in front of an audience,
- You get friendly and helpful evaluations of your work
- You meet nice people who want to practise their English.
- Where can I find out more about Toastmasters?
If you have more questions ,visit the following websites for further information:
www.faqs.org/faqs/toastmasters-faq
But , better still, visit us for a good evening.