Presentation and Communication Skills | Public Speaking - voice technique, speech, breathing, posture, stretches.

From 75 £ /h

Location: In person (studio in central London) | Online

These private classes are personalised and designed for your own specific needs. My aim is to help you achieve your goals through collaborative working. I will guide, support and work with you throughout your journey offering mentoring and professional training.

The classes are suitable for professionals and individuals who have an extensive use of their voice in their daily activities: corporate employees, businesspeople, presenters, journalists, teachers, lecturers, public speakers, voice over artists, vloggers, podcasters, youtubers, actors, singers, directors, etc.

OPTION 1- PUBLIC SPEAKING: PRESENTATION AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS

In these sessions I will give you guidance on a particular presentation or speech you are preparing for. We will work on your communication and presentation skills through performance technique, vocal exercises, and speech practice. You will learn how to connect with the words you speak, engage with your audience and gain confidence in your speech delivery.

OPTION 2 - VOICE TECHNIQUE: A PRACTICAL APPROACH

This session will stimulate the connection between your voice, body, and mind through practical exercises: Yoga and Pilates based movements (stretches), Alexander Technique principles (posture), relaxation, breathing, vocal exercises (resonance, projection, articulation). Ideal before and after a day’s work.

OPTION 3 - TEXT ANALYSIS AND READING SKILLS

If you are preparing for a voiceover job or audition, play reading, speech, lecture, talk, etc., and need help engaging with the words, this is the class for you. The sessions will help you feel more confident in your voice by understanding and connecting with the text/words through text analysis and practical vocal exercises.

Location

Online from United Kingdom

About Me

Hello, my name is Verônica. I’m an award-winning London based actress and acting and personal development coach graduated with distinction in England at Drama Centre London, in Brazil at Escola Superior de Artes Célia Helena, and in Russia at Boris Shchukin Theatre Institute. The base of my training is the Stanislavski System.

I’m a classically trained actress who comes from a theatre background. Since 2009, I’ve been performing globally on screen and stage productions.

As a coach, I’ve been mentoring actors, theatre makers and companies through acting and voice classes, workshops and lectures in drama schools, colleges and arts institutions since 2013. I have also been the head of Voice at Rosina Pagan drama school in Brazil and am currently the main tutor at the Performing Arts course at West Thames college in London.

As well as working with professionals from the creative industry, I also conduct personal development classes and workshops focusing on communication and presentation skills for people from all walks of life and corporations.

In addition to working as an actress and coach, I also work as a director, casting assistant, voice over artist and Reiki practitioner.

Education

Currently studying: Canterbury Cert Ed FEs (starting date 2nd October 2024)

2014 (2 months): Boris Shchukin Theatre Institute (Russia)

2013-2014 (1 year): MA Acting, Drama Centre London (University of The Arts London) - Distinction

2010-2012 (3 years): Bachelor of Theatre, Escola Superior de Artes Célia Helena (Brazil).

2009-2011 (3 years): Drama School, Teatro-Escola Célia Helena (Brazil).

Experience / Qualifications

11 year teaching experience

2023 – current: West Thames College
Performing Arts tutor for Level 2 and Level 3 Years 1 and 2 (UAL curriculum)
Voice tutor for Level 3 Year 2 Music (UAL curriculum)

26th of February 2024 – 04th of March 2024: Uxbridge College
(Cover) Acting tutor For Level 3 year 2 Performing Arts (UAL curriculum)

2021 – 2024 (June): Beatrice Tate School
SEND Teaching Assistant

2015 – current: Scene Study Verônica
CEO and tutor
Acting + Actors Mentoring
Personal Development (voice, speech, communication and presentation skills)

2016 - 2021: Helen O’Grady Drama Academy (London)
Drama teacher

2017 – 2019: The Arc Centre
Scene Study
Mechanics of the Voice
Position: Acting and Voice teacher

2016: Voice Teacher at “Oficina de Artes Rosina Pagan” Drama School (Brazil)
Position: Voice Teacher
Company: Oficina de Artes Rosina Pagan

2016 (24/04) – Voice Workshop for Ethos Theatre Company (Brazil)
Position: Workshop leader

2016 (15/06) – The Spoken Voice: Voice Workshop for Clube Pinheiros (Brazil)
Position: Workshop Leader

2015: Teaching (scene Study Verônica)

2013/2014: Master’s Degree in London

2013: School - Colégio Padre Anchieta (Brazil)
Position: Drama Teacher (Children and Teenagers)
Institution: Colégio Padre Anchieta

2012: Acting (on tour around Brazil)

2011: Drama School - Teatro Escola Célia Helena (Brazil)
Position: Teaching Assistant
Class: Acting
Institution: Teatro Escola Célia Helena

Age

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Portuguese

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Speech

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Acting Classes: Mentoring, Scene Study + Script Analysis , Audition and Role prep, Drama School Prep.

69 £ /h

Online | In Person (studio in central London)

Having its foundation on the Stanislavski System and the Actioning Technique, these classes were designed to help you build a resourceful, more effective, and creative relationship with the script. The aim is to enable you to develop an insightful way of working with the script by creating an analytical eye to collect the information you need to build the character under the circumstances of the story.

The work involves analysing and practicing different types of scripts, through in depth script analysis, script breakdown, scene structure, actioning, character study and development, active analysis and improvisation.

The classes are offered in two different formats: ongoing and private.

1) ONGOING GROUP CLASSES:

Mondays from 6pm to 7:30pm (ONLINE | London time)

2) PRIVATE SESSIONS – Online | In Person (London)

The private sessions are personalised and designed for your own specific needs. My aim is to help you achieve your goals through collaborative working. I will guide, support and work with you throughout your journey offering mentoring and professional training through the sessions.

a) Scene Study and Script Analysis:

Having the same foundation as the ongoing classes, these private sessions will help you understand and connect with the script in a personal and insightful way to create a truthful and unique character.

b) Mentoring for Actors:

Starting out your career? Wanting to take your career to the next level? Thinking about moving agents? Not sure how to contact a Casting Director? Unsure of how to self-tape? These sessions will support and guide you through your acting career to help you navigate and move forward in the industry in whatever stage you are at.

c) Audition Preparation:

Private sessions designed to help you in your audition process, giving you the tools you need to be more confident when making decisions through your character’s point of view.

d) Role Preparation:

Acting coaching sessions designed for professional actors who are preparing for an acting job and need help developing the character and connecting with the script.

e) Drama School Preparation:

Prep sessions designed to help you through your journey when auditioning/applying for a drama school, BTEC ( performing arts), foundation in acting programme.

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Are you ready to embark on an incredible adventure through the enchanting world of Italy, Italians, and gestures? :-)

We begin by assessing your level, goals, and needs. Together, we craft a personalized plan, ensuring that your learning experience is tailored, efficient, and effective. The classes are tailored to suit your individual level, needs, and goals. Depending on you, we will use textbooks, online tools, or articles among others.

My approach encompasses various aspects such as conversation, vocabulary, grammar, Italian culture, or test preparation.

Book our class now!

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University English Instructor| Started teaching English 9 years ago| Specializing in Conversational English.

My teaching approach is designed to develop communication skills above all. We watch or read materials, such as videos, articles, stories, poems, caricatures, then discuss them; we act out situations from everyday life; we take positions and practice debates. However, this doesn’t mean that we just practice speaking. I also make sure the learner is not running in circles. I’m here to ensure that they do not keep repeating the same mistakes or keep using the same expressions over and over in conversation.
In order to keep making progress, I take my student on a journey that involves:
• Improving their grammar.
• Fixing their pronunciation.
• Enriching their vocabulary by learning to use new words and common idioms.
By the end of this course, you should be able to speak English fluently and confidently.

PS: Because of my academic specialty, I also help with academic writing and creative writing.

Giorgia

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Hello everyone!
I'm Giorgia and I come from Torino, Italy.
I offer my native knowledge of Italian to any of you, who wants to discover this beautiful language.

I teach for all levels, from very beginners to advanced speakers, passing through amateurs or simply curious of any age. I can also help with university exams and school works/assignments.
Being a pianist and a piano teacher, I already have lots of experience with teaching and pedagogical approach with the whole range of ages.

The lesson is intended to meet the student needs: the focus can be on the grammar, conversation or literature. In case of a middle-level speaker, the lesson will cover all four language's abilities: listening, speaking, writing and reading. My suggestion of a well planned lesson is, for any level, to divide it into two parts: grammar first and then conversation (covering all the abilities mentioned above).

Thank you for your attention and looking forward to meeting you !!

Carolina

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Firstly, this lesson ensures that you as a student feel at ease! We will first get to know each other a little bit, and then you can tell me what you expect/want in a lesson, or what you specifically need. Step by step, I will ensure you, that you as a student, will learn the Dutch language. You will come to me for different reasons, for example for an integration exam, or because you live temporarily as an expat in the Netherlands and want to learn the language, others enjoy it as a hobby and others come to the Netherlands for love... There are so many reasons! My lessons are tailored to your wishes, you indicate what you want, and I will help you with it, which will make you feel more at ease. From teenage to adult students, from beginner to advanced and in between, I enjoy teaching my classes all over the world! Curious?! Then I hope to see you in my class! Greetings Carolina

Cami

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➤ From NVC (Non-Violent Communication) through the pragmatic tools of empathy and emotional intelligence. From personal to professional. From theory to practice with simulations. It is about putting in place rational tools to defuse conflicts and enter your comfort / security zone. In particular, simple techniques which make it possible to improve intimate, personal and professional relationships, or even to resolve and manage violent situations in a harmonious, effective and lasting way.

➤ Indeed, the objective is to improve personal / professional communication & overcome any resulting conflicts. So how do you get a clear message across and make a difference?

➤ More precisely, the objectives are to:
0. Understand and identify the issues / risks then find a balance between empathy and conviction
1. Use interpersonal communication techniques resulting from mediation to defuse tensions and gain distance
2. Dissociate the relational and the nature of the disagreement - Overcome cognitive and psychological obstacles
3. Acquire the techniques of self-defense and mastery without hurting and being injured
4. Face and then defuse difficult behaviors (blackmail attempts, threats, destabilization) or even dangerous with a mediation strategy
5. Develop conflict management and negotiation skills, alternating attentive listening, active speaking and rationality in the face of the limited rationality of the angry individual.

➤ Whether your objective is personal or professional, defusing conflicts, negotiating and speaking relevant and successful must always be effective and efficient, with clear, simple and powerful messages, creating an adequacy between the message received and the message sent. Consistency between form and substance.

➤ So, how to listen and be listened to, convince and be impactful, challenge and mark the spirits, enhance its content, address its audience effectively and optimize the quality & clarity of the exchange / message? It is precisely a question of going through, applying and deploying practical and effective techniques of verbal and non-verbal communication.

➤ Thus, mastered, the practical method allows, through a set of simulations and scenarios based on your daily experience supporting pragmatic & concrete techniques, to improve self-confidence, self-confidence, but also to work on one's leadership & charisma.

➤ So, in this context, after having precisely defined your objective & gone through the blockages encountered, here are some examples of themes covered through concrete techniques & a targeted methodology:
✓Practical tools to perfect your rhetoric/repartee
✓Decode and use the practical communication tools of great leaders
✓Fundamentals (practices) of eloquence but also of public speaking (intonation, gaze, gestures, elocution, range, emotions, pronunciation, development of one's own style of charisma) to ensure consistency between substance & form
✓Fundamentals of Body Language to support and not interfere with the speech while being convinced & convincing.
✓ Highlighting their speech & promoting their speaking to arouse interest, by building on their strengths.
✓Creation of a coherence between the message emitted & the message received in order to improve its speech and in fact, its professional/personal relations.
✓Management of Q&A sessions & external reactions during an intervention or an oral exchange.
✓Practical tools to put your interlocutor at ease and appear friendly/interested.
✓To succeed in a negotiation/mediation.
✓On the one hand, learning to say 'no' simply in three steps AND on the other hand, getting people to say 'yes'.
✓To turn sentences into positive AND constructive.
✓To manage conflicts (eg 'assertive' communication techniques, eg CNV techniques - Non Violent Communication).
✓To put NLP (neuro-linguistic programming) at the service of communication.
✓To adopt effective, simple, fair and engaging language.
✓To use sentences, turns of phrase & expressions allowing to be precise, simple, effective & challenging.
✓To manage your personal & professional relationships with, for example, the preparation of your ratings.
✓Make your hypersensitivity a strength to tame your abilities.
✓Listening proactively and expressing / conveying ideas / message clearly.
✓ Avoid letting your emotions show through and propose a constructive solution to problems, while drawing on your own relational skills.
✓Be better equipped to recognize and immediately remedy situations that weaken their authority and affect their ability to communicate effectively.
✓Enhance their potential for expression and creativity (often underestimated until now) and 'apparent' sociability
✓Develop not necessarily self-confidence, but the 'appearance' of self-confidence, refine one's listening to respond adequately, open up to the resources of the imagination, free oneself from the rational to then structure one's speech.
✓Relate their communication objectives (project, institution, values, ideas, demands, etc.) to the form of their expression.
✓Learn and put into practice persuasive communication techniques and better understand the perception that others have of oneself. In order to improve his skills of 'self-presentation' and conveyed image.
✓Practical techniques to foster the engagement of the other party.
✓Strengthen the structure of its communication and develop a convincing argument in order to sell its ideas and projects.
(...)

➤ In short, each session combines techniques & practice exercises adapted to your everyday situations (filmed with your agreement in order to be reviewed, commented on, decoded together live), so that you can put them into practice immediately, this from the 1st session.

➤ THE CONSULTANT TRAINER
Trained in a Grande Ecole post-preparatory European classes & Ivy League university in the United States, our teacher has specialized and has worked for more than 15 years, in Europe and North America, in the field of communication, in renowned international public and private establishments, intervening in forums and conferences, & oriented towards pedagogy and careful methodology.

➤ LOCATION, TIMETABLE
✓ Locations: Geneva-Lausanne-Fribourg-Zurich-Neuchâtel-Lugano-Montreux-Basel-Neuchâtel-Bern-Lucerne-Brussels-Luxembourg-Paris-Lyon. But currently, these sessions continue to be offered by videoconference in the current context and in accordance with general demand which is almost unanimous on this subject.

✓ Indeed, apart from the classic advantages of videoconferencing (time saving related to travel & their unforeseen events, eco-responsibility, increased schedule flexibility, etc.), the quality of the session & the interaction remain identical. In addition, the entire exchange, notes and recommendations are immediately transcribed on the dedicated chat.

✓ To support us among ourselves & to be pleasant to you in this sustainable / particular period and in a spirit of solidarity, the fees are temporarily reduced and will not increase after the start of our sessions.

✓ Languages: French/English.

✓ The progress following these private sessions is perceptible from 1 to 2 sessions (*2024 study).

✓ As other people do regularly, you can also please your loved ones by offering gift vouchers available all year round.

PROGRAM
✓ A la carte program: evaluated and adapted to each need.

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Hi everyone!

My name is Camilo. I offer in-person Spanish lessons in Medellin. I also do online lessons.

Are you learning Spanish from scratch, or do you want to deepen your knowledge? Do you need Spanish for work, study, traveling, communicating in your everyday life...? My lessons are tailored to your needs and interests!

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or want to book lessons.

I look forward to hearing from you!
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French DELF & TCF Exam Preparation | Get Certified with Confidence

Are you preparing for the DELF or TCF French exam for studies, work, or immigration?
I offer professional, results-focused preparation to help you reach your target score with confidence.

🎯 What you will get:
✔ Preparation for DELF A1–C1 and TCF (all formats)
✔ Full training in the 4 official skills:

Listening

Reading

Writing

Speaking
✔ Mock exams with detailed feedback based on official criteria
✔ Exam strategies, time management & common pitfalls
✔ Vocabulary and grammar targeted to your exam level

👨‍🏫 About me:

Experienced French language instructor

Specialized in DELF & TCF exam preparation

Proven methods adapted to your level and goals

Clear explanations and confidence-building speaking practice

💻 Lesson format:
📍 Online
⏱ Flexible schedule
🌍 International students welcome

📩 Book your first lesson on Apprentus today and take the next step toward French certification!

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I don't neglect my students' mistakes so that they can improve.
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I have a master's degree in business engineering and international trade, a certification in FLE and a master's degree in teaching in progress.
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I can help you write your CV and cover letter, and practice for job interviews.

I offer sessions adapted to the needs and pace of each learner.

Methodology :
- Initial assessment: For each support I will carry out a diagnostic assessment to identify the student's strengths and weaknesses in the subject concerned (mathematics, French, science, etc.).
- Personalized approach: Courses are adapted to the student's level, with individualized monitoring. This includes practical exercises, targeted revisions, and explanations adapted to each learning pace.
- Progressive objectives: we set short and long-term objectives together to motivate the student and measure their progress.
- Learning techniques: I use interactive methods (online exercises, educational games) and revision sheets to help memorize and understand key concepts (flashcards, etc.)

Typical sessions:
- Course of the sessions:
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- Lesson of the day: 30-45 minutes to introduce and explain a new concept.
- Practical exercises: 20-30 minutes to apply what has been learned, offering exercises adapted to the student's level.
- Questions and corrections: 10-15 minutes at the end to answer the student's questions and correct mistakes together.
- Regular monitoring: I plan regular assessments to adjust the learning method and adapt the pace of the lessons.

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Learn Arabic and open the door to a whole new culture!
Personalized, dynamic lessons 100% tailored to you

Have you always wanted to speak Arabic but didn’t know where to start?
You’re in the right place! Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to improve your current level, I’ll help you reach your goals step by step.

What do my classes include?
📚 Practical focus: Learn what you’ll actually use in real life
🗣️ Conversation from day one
🌍 Useful vocabulary for travel, work, or connecting with people around the world
🧠 Clear explanations of grammar and pronunciation
⏱️ Flexible scheduling (pick the time that suits you best)
💻 Online (from anywhere) or in-person (if nearby)
🎯 Extra materials, personalized feedback, and exercises tailored to your interests

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✅ University students
✅ Professionals and travelers
✅ Language and culture enthusiasts

Why learn Arabic with me?

I speak your language and understand your challenges
I use modern, motivating teaching methods
You’ll learn not just the language, but also the culture and Arab traditions
And most importantly: we’ll make learning fun and natural!

The best time to start is now—
And Arabic... you’re going to love it!
✨ مرحباً (Welcome!)

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In our sessions, you will:

Option A: For working Professionals
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What I will cover:
* Writing professional emails and reports.
* Effective participation in meetings and negotiations.
* Presentation skills and industry-specific vocabulary.

Whether you are preparing for a job interview or moving into an international role, I will tailor our lessons to your specific industry and goals.

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My focus areas are:
* Proven strategies for the Reading and Listening sections.
* Essay structure and academic vocabulary for Writing.
* Live speaking practice with real-time feedback and corrections.

I provide all practice materials and mock tests to ensure you are fully prepared for test day.
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* Learn common idioms and "real-life" expressions used by natives.
* Build the confidence to speak in social and travel situations.

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* Improve your pronunciation and reduce your accent.
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Learn to Perfect Your American English Accent and Communication Skills—for Work, Academics, and Everyday Life
Great for Study Abroad and International Students!

“Where are you from? ...No, but where are you actually from?”

I was born and have lived in the United States my entire life (28 years). I lived in the rural Midwestern state of Wisconsin until age 13. Then I lived, attended middle school, graduated high school, and attended university in the major U.S. cities of Chicago, Illinois, and San Francisco, California.

I come from a bilingual home, and my parents speak with an accent—but my American English accent is clear, standard, and natural.

I’m happy to work with you to help you sound more American. This can be extremely useful for English learners who want to communicate more confidently and comfortably in school, at work, and in daily life.

We will cover:
• Accent and pronunciation
• Pacing and rhythm
• Vocabulary and word choice
• Delivery and confidence

All techniques are based on evidence from linguistics and communication studies, so you’ll understand why they work—not just memorize rules. Accent and communication improvement is a science and an art.

I have worked in journalism, speech-language pathology, tourism, and customer service. I have experience in high-academic settings (like museums and graduate seminars) and everyday settings (like working in stores). I am currently working toward a Level 5 TEFL diploma.

I have one semester left in my degree in Spanish and Chinese at San Francisco State University, and I plan to move abroad for graduate school. I have also taken graduate-level classes in Chinese and Spanish. I speak eight languages fluently, and I understand what it takes to make a foreign-language accent sound natural and confident.
I’m warm, friendly, patient, professional, open-minded, and flexible. Every student has a unique journey in language learning, and I will meet you where you are to meet your goals.

Feel free to message me with any questions!
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