Rostrum Clubs of WA

Overview

Rostrum Clubs of WA is a network of community public speaking clubs operating across Perth and the wider Western Australia region. The organisation's mission is to help members of all backgrounds develop the confidence, communication skills, and meeting-management abilities needed to speak effectively in any situation — from workplace presentations and job interviews to social occasions and community events. Clubs maintain a warm, supportive, and social atmosphere where every member is encouraged to grow at their own pace.

Best For

Professionals seeking to improve workplace presentations, leadership communication, and career prospects
Beginners and nervous speakers who want a safe, structured environment to build confidence from scratch
Students, retirees, job seekers, homemakers, and anyone learning English as an additional language who wants to practise speaking in a friendly group setting

Meeting Format

Mode: Offline (in-person)
Frequency: Weekly (most clubs); day and time vary by individual club location
Duration: Approximately 60 minutes per session
Group size: Small to medium groups; mix of new members, experienced speakers, and accredited coaches

Typical Session Flow

Arrival & check-in — Members arrive, collect the pre-distributed agenda, and settle in; a rotating club member chairs the meeting
Prepared speeches & exercises — Rostered members deliver prepared speeches and structured exercises drawn from the Frontiers personal development program (Launchpad, Orbit, and Galactic tiers)
Impromptu speaking — Shorter, unscripted segments such as topical questions (approximately 2–3 minutes each) keep all attendees on their toes
Coach feedback & wrap-up — An accredited Rostrum coach observes the entire meeting and provides individual, constructive feedback to every speaker; the chair closes the session and members network informally

Language And Speaking Level

Languages used: English (non-native English speakers are explicitly welcomed)
Recommended level: All levels welcome — from complete beginners to experienced public speakers
Beginner friendly: Yes — clubs are deliberately structured to be gentle with new members, progressing at a pace each person feels comfortable with; no prior speaking experience is required

Membership And Costs

Trial policy: Visitors and guests may attend as many different club meetings as they like, completely free of charge, before committing to membership
Membership fee: AUD $150 per year (annual subscription); some clubs may add a small additional fee for club fundraising purposes
Extra costs: A one-time joining fee of AUD $100 applies for new members, which covers enrolment in the Frontiers personal development program, a reference folder, starter kit materials, wallet, certificate, and badge

Venue And Accessibility

Address context: The registered address is 40 Queen Street, Perth CBD 6000 — located at the offices of StudyPerth, on the corner of Queen Street and Wellington Street in the heart of the city
Transit/parking: Public transport options are readily available in the Perth CBD; street and paid parking can be found nearby on Wellington Street; the City of Perth also operates multiple car parks in the surrounding area
Accessibility: The venue is in a central CBD location; specific wheelchair or lift access details for the StudyPerth offices are not publicly specified — prospective visitors with accessibility requirements are encouraged to contact the club in advance

Joining Steps

Browse clubs — Visit the Rostrum WA website to view the full list of club locations, meeting days, and times across the Perth metro area; select one or more clubs to visit
Attend as a guest — Simply turn up to any listed club meeting as a visitor — no registration or preparation is required for your first visit; multiple free visits are encouraged before joining
Join as a member — Once you have found a club that suits you, complete the membership application and pay the annual subscription and one-time joining fee; you will then be enrolled in the Frontiers program and begin your structured speaking journey

Community Notes

Atmosphere/culture: Clubs are described as professional, friendly, fun, and social — members consistently highlight the supportive environment where everyone encourages each other's growth; each club develops its own personality and weekly theme
Feedback style: Constructive and positive — a trained, accredited Rostrum coach attends every meeting and provides individual spoken feedback to each participant at the end of the session; feedback is designed to be encouraging and skill-building rather than critical
Notable constraints: Under Western Australian law, persons under 18 years of age may only attend a Rostrum meeting if accompanied by a parent or guardian; the organisation operates multiple clubs across Perth so schedules and specific venues vary — always confirm details with the chosen club directly before attending