Where are meetings held?
Meetings are held every Wednesday in the Spy conference room on the 9th floor of the Schwab building at 211 Main St.  (Cross street is Howard).

How do I become a member?
Attend a meeting and see if San Francisco Toastmasters is the right club for you, print out an application form and bring the completed form along with $40 ($16 new member fee, $24 6 mo. Dues) to a meeting.

How frequently am I expected to attend?
Attend at a pace that works for you. However, members tend to find that the more they participate the more they see improvement in their public speaking skills.

How many people typically a meeting?
Meeting attendance tends to vary but typically we have 10-25 people in attendance.

Am I expected to speak as a visitor?
As a visitor, you will be asked to introduce yourself and explain how you found out about our club. You’ll also be asked your thoughts about our meeting. Additionally, you will be asked if you would like to participate in Table Topics which is the impromptu speaking portion of the meeting. Participation in Table Topics is entirely voluntary.

What are your members like?
Open and supportive. San Francisco Toastmasters is a diverse group of individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds that are committed to improving their communication and leadership skills.

How can toastmasters help me to develop my speaking skills?
As a member, each meeting has a variety of roles that require little preparation and are great ways to get started at practicing your skills. You can work through your toastmasters manual and build your skill at a pace that works for you. Additionally, the Table Topics portion of each meeting will provide opportunities for you to improve your impromptu speaking skills. Non-members are also encouraged to participate in Table Topics.