Once a month, we open the doors to our neighbors who
may not know the incredible community
we are building with our academy & online network.
As a guest to our Open Session , you get to attend our
signature workshop, Skills Drills. You are also invited to
test drive Speaker Skills Academy's private,
online network for two weeks at no cost to you.
Register here and take us up on the free two weeks
to learn what Speaker Skills is all about
because after-all,anyone can become better at speaking.
Join us for the Skills Drills Showcase, a quarterly open session where the Speaker Skills Academy community invites our friends to join us in becoming better at speaking.
At Speaker Skills Academy we are best known for Skills Drills, the approachable & fun way that we practice, share, and celebrate speaking breakthroughs!
This open session is perfect for anyone curious about improving their communication skills in a supportive, fun environment.
Get a sneak peek into our unique, game-like drills, guided by expert TEDx and speaker coaches Cathey Armillas and Marc Williams.
Whether you're a seasoned speaker or just starting your journey, this interactive session is designed to help you build confidence, enhance storytelling, and experience the magic of speaking in a non-judgmental, encouraging atmosphere.
Open to all—come discover how everyone can become great at speaking!

Open enrollment includes access to SSA through a virtual open house! Led by world-class TEDx communication and speaker coaches Cathey Armillas and Marc Williams, the Speaker Skills Academy is a fun, innovative community designed to transform your speaking abilities—without the need to write and deliver a speech
Whether you're an aspiring TED Talker, a professional speaker, or someone looking to excel in small talk, the Speaker Skills Academy is for you if you want to:
If you nodded "yes" to any of the above, then this community is 100% for you.
At Speaker Skills Academy, we focus on doing, not just telling. Our sessions are centered on active Skills Drills where participants practice in real-time, making it a hands-on experience. We foster a community-first approach, with participants and coaches working together as a supportive group, lifting each other up and creating a positive dynamic.
Join us for our for our next open session to take advantage of our open house via Zoom where you can get a feel for Speaker Skills Academy's signature style in running Skills Drills with us.This is a unique opportunity to unlock your speaking potential for free! And if you loved your time drillings speaking skills, you can becoming a member of our amazing, virtual community!
Don’t let speaking anxiety hold you back any longer.
Join the Speaker Skills Academy (for the day) and become the confident, engaging communicator you’ve always wanted to be!
Note: Virtual seats are limited. Secure your spot today!


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