PUBLIC SPEAKING

Overview 

Speaking in front of others is a skill that influences every aspect of personal, academic, and professional life. Whether leading a classroom, presenting a project, conducting a meeting, or speaking to an audience, effective communication relies on much more than words alone. 

This training combines techniques from theatre, improvisation, and voice work to help participants develop confidence, clarity, and authenticity when speaking in public. Through practical exercises and constructive feedback, participants discover how to communicate with greater presence, engage an audience, and adapt their message to different situations. 

Why This Program? 

Public speaking is not an innate talent-it's a skill that can be learned and developed. By drawing on techniques from the performing arts, participants learn to manage stress, organize their ideas, use their voice effectively, and communicate with confidence. These abilities improve not only presentations but also everyday interactions, teaching, leadership, and professional communication. 

Program Structure 

This training combines practical exercises, individual coaching, and group activities that progressively build confidence and communication skills. 

The training may include: 

• Voice projection and vocal technique  
• Breathing and body awareness  
• Stage presence and non-verbal communication  
• Structuring clear and engaging presentations  
• Managing stress and performance anxiety  
• Improvisation techniques for spontaneity and adaptability  
• Practice presentations with personalised feedback  

What Participants Do 

Build confidence through repeated practice  

Participants actively practice speaking in a variety of situations while receiving guidance and constructive feedback. 

They may: 

• Deliver short presentations and speeches  
• Practice voice, posture, and body language  
• Explore breathing and relaxation techniques  
• Develop storytelling and presentation skills  
• Respond to unexpected situations through improvisation 

Skills Developed 

For Participants 

• Public speaking and presentation skills  
• Clear verbal communication  
• Voice control and articulation  
• Confidence and stage presence  
• Adaptability and spontaneity  
• Active listening  
• Leadership and audience engagement  

Outcomes 

By the end of the training, participants may: 

• Speak with greater confidence and clarity  
• Deliver engaging presentations  
• Communicate more effectively in professional and educational settings  
• Better manage stress when speaking in public  
• Strengthen their presence and connection with an audience  
• Leave with practical techniques that can be applied in everyday life  

Adaptation 

This training can be adapted to: 

• Educational or professional objectives  
• Students, teachers, or workplace teams  
• Different levels of public speaking experience  
• Academic, educational, or corporate contexts  
• Introductory or advanced training  
• French • English • Vietnamese  

Looking for Something Different? 

ATH also offers Instructor Training in theatre pedagogy, theatre-based teaching tools, welcoming practices, as well as Creative Support, Workshops, Clubs, and fully customized professional development programs. Together, we can design a training experience adapted to your team's goals and communication needs. 

Request This Program 

Ready to become a more confident and engaging speaker? 

Contact our team to design a public speaking training program tailored to your participants, your institution, and your communication objectives.