Question 1

When do you meet?

Accepted Answer

We meet every Monday at 6:30pm except for certain holidays. Guest are welcomed to attend “regular meetings”. The second Monday of the month is reserved for members only. Take a look at our calendar for more info.

Question 2

Where are you located?

Accepted Answer

We are located at: 145 West 46th Street, 
New York NY 10034-8502 Parish Hall - The Church of Saint Mary the VirginWe are conveniently located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan midway between Sixth and Seventh Avenues, and is less than one block from several subway stations and bus stops (scroll down for subway directions.) Also, both Penn Station and Grand Central Station are within walking distance of the venue.

Question 3

How can I attend as a guest?

Accepted Answer

We require all guests to be registered on our Eventbrite Guest Sign Up to attend our meetings. Please register in advance for a Regular Meeting via the "Guest Signup" button on the homepage or through the Calendar page, selecting the Registration link under your desired date.
 
Note: Please come by 6:15 pm to secure a seat. Doors close at 6:30 pm. If you arrive after 6:30 pm, you will forfeit your seat and be turned away.

Question 4

How do I become a member?

Accepted Answer

NYTM is quite popular and in order to serve our current members effectively, we've had to significantly limit the number of new members we admit. Please understand that there is an application process and a waitlist to join NYTM. There are hundreds of Toastmasters clubs to choose from in Manhattan. If you wish to get started right away check them out by using the Toastmasters' "Find a club" feature. That said, here are the basic steps to apply for membership to NYTM:Attend five meetings as a guest. Please note that you have to be registered on Eventbrite for your five meeting attendances to be recognized.After attending those meetings, contact our VP of Membership during our meetings to indicate your desire to be placed on our waiting list. The average time to become a member is around 1-3 months after you are placed on the waitlist.Pay our Membership FeeAnd finally! Become an active, proactive, and positive participant of our meetings and be a part of our community.

Question 5

What are your fees to become a new member?

Accepted Answer

Our membership fees are based off a yearly enrollment. The Annual fee for new members is currently $230/yr plus a one-time $20 new member fee. This fee is pro-rated depending on the month you are admitted.

Question 6

Do you offer private lessons?

Accepted Answer

We are a non-profit organization and do not offer private public speaking courses.

Question 7

What is Toastmasters International versus NY Toastmasters?

Accepted Answer

Toastmasters International is a non-profit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. New York Toastmasters is one of the 16,800 Toastmasters clubs all over the world.
 
The Toastmasters International website provides more detailed information about the organization and how it works.

Question 8

How do you handle controversial speech topics?

Accepted Answer

Members often hear "through the grapevine" that speeches concerning politics, religion and sex are forbidden by Toastmasters International because “such controversial subjects are not appropriate.”

This is not true. Toastmasters International does not prohibit any speech topic, content or language.

Toastmasters International recognizes that club members may learn much about the world around them from listening to others’ speeches on a variety of subjects. This variety can add interest to club meetings and stimulate thoughts and ideas. For these reasons, Toastmasters International does not place restrictions on topics, content or language in any speech.

Toastmasters International also recognizes that a club comprises a diverse group of people and recommends that members be mindful of this diversity, using good taste and sensitivity when selecting speech topics, content and language.

While Toastmasters International has no organizational restrictions along these lines, each individual club does have the right to limit speech subjects, content and/or language, with the consensus of its members. Club leaders should guide their members on how to observe good taste and sensitivity in the context of that particular club.

Club websites are useful vehicles clubs can use to advise members and guests of any policies that have been decided. Presenting information on a club website helps maintain consistency as leadership changes. Additionally, it allows transparency and clarity for club members so they can periodically review the established practices of their club.

NEW YORK TOASTMASTERS

est. 1956

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