Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I have seen the information given about Toastmaster Club meetings in the website of Bangalore Toastmasters. Can I attend the meeting?
Ans: Yes. You can attend upto 3 meetings as a guest before you decide whether to join the club.
Q: What do I need to do to attend the club meeting?
Ans: Come to the venue as mentioned on the top right corner of this page. The detailed route map is available here.
Q: Your club meetings are on Friday. I am unable to attend meetings on Friday. Are there clubs which meet on weekends?
Ans: Yes, there are 4 clubs that meet on weekends.
- Banjara Toastmasters meets on Saturdays at 6.00pm
- Daffodills Club meets on Saturdays at 6.30 pm
- Smedley's Club meets on Sundays at 10.30am
- Deejays Club meets on Sundays at 4.45pm
Q: Is there any eligibility criteria for joining Bangalore Toastmasters Club?
Ans: Anyone who is 18 years of age can join Bangalore Toastmasters Club.
Q: What do I need to do in order to join Bangalore Toastmasters Club?
Ans: Attend 2-3 meetings as guest. Speak to VP Membership regarding joining.
Q: What is the membership fee for Bangalore Toastmasters Club?
Ans:
- Rs. 3450/- for first 6 months (include Rs. 1400/-) one time joining fee.
- Rs. 2050/- for every six months subsequently.
Q: Can I find a club that is closer to my location and the meeting schedule that matches my convenience?
Ans: There are about 50 clubs in Bangalore. You can find the details of these clubs here: Clubs in Bangalore
Q: I am already a club member but I have not received the manuals. How do I prepare for my first speech?
Ans: If you have not received your manuals, you have to get in touch with the VP Education at the earliest. For the first speech, i.e., the Ice Breaker you can download the guidelines from: Project 1 Guidelines. When you come to deliver your project, come with a printout of this if you have not received the manual.