Learn the secrets of public speaking from the best reviewed speaking coach in NYC.
✔️ Practice in a safe environment
✔️ Small group (max 7 people)
✔️ Lunch included
✔️ Certificate of participation
✔️ After-class-email with tips and tricks
✔️ Over 400 positive reviews..
We also offer private coaching and corporate training.
And a follow-up to this class: the level 2 experience!
Social Anxiety
Social anxiety (also known as “social phobia”) is measured by the United States epidemiological studies as the third largest psychological disorder in the country. It is about 7% of the population that suffers from social anxiety, that is about 23 million people.
What is Social Anxiety
People with social anxiety are afraid of judgment or disapproval by other people. Usually this disorder begins to develop before adulthood and social anxiety can have a big impact on someone’s daily functioning. People with this disorder do tend to be very self-conscious. They feel it when they start blushing, feeling their heart rate speed up. This will make them feel embarrassed or awkward.
Overcoming public speaking anxiety
Joining a public speaking class can be very helpful to learn how to overcome social anxiety. Public speaking coach Herman Otten makes sure there is a safe space to practice your skills and to grow your confidence. To overcome anxiety it is helpful to learn from the other participants how they perceive you.
In addition to the support of the group, Herman gives you the tools to deal with your social anxiety. He teaches you how to become less self-conscious and how your interpretation of other people’s behavior may not be true. He gives you the chance to learn how to look at the people in a different way that you are used to. This will make it easier to deal with your social anxiety in the future.
About Herman Otten
The public speaking class is taught by Herman Otten. He graduated as an actor from the Utrecht School of the Arts. Herman then went on to direct and act on Dutch television. Now Herman is widely known for helping people overcome their fear of public speaking. Herman’s life goal is to help people as quickly and effectively as possible. He has been doing this for many years with great success. More about Herman.
Personal attention
We work in a small group. This ensures that everyone gets enough personal attention to overcome social anxiety.
Practical information
Time: Full day from 10 AM to 5 PM.
We have two 10-minute coffee breaks and a 1-hour lunch break.
Location: In the heart of Manhattan at Ripley-Grier Studios, 520 8th Avenue.
Lunch: Enjoy a great lunch together at a nearby Asian restaurant, with vegetarian and vegan options available.
Price: $597 per person (includes lunch, water, and cookies). Payment is possible via PayPal and credit card.
NOTE: We have a NO-REFUND & NO-RESCHEDULING POLICY. If you are unable to attend, you may gift or sell your spot to someone else.
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