Sirius Toastmasters

Overview

Sirius Toastmasters is a Bucharest-based public speaking and leadership club affiliated with Toastmasters International (Club #04507412, District 110, Division D, Area D03), chartered on April 1, 2015. The club is primarily Romanian-speaking and cultivates a warm, energetic community of young professionals and students who want to sharpen their communication and leadership skills in a structured yet supportive environment. Beyond regular weekly meetings, the club runs "Academia Sirius," a monthly educational event featuring workshops, trainings, and interviews on topics ranging from communication and leadership to digitalization and team management.

Best For

• Young professionals (average age ~30) from sectors such as IT, consulting, real estate, hospitality, marketing, and communications
• University students looking to build confidence and career-ready soft skills
• Romanian speakers at any level who want a proven, structured path to becoming more effective communicators and leaders

Meeting Format

• Mode: Offline (in-person)
• Frequency: Weekly, every Wednesday
• Duration: Not publicly specified (typical Toastmasters meetings run 90–120 minutes)
• Group size: Not publicly specified

Typical Session Flow

1. Arrival & check-in — Guests and members gather at the venue; a Toastmaster of the Day opens the meeting and introduces the agenda
2. Prepared speeches — Members deliver structured presentations aligned with the Toastmasters Pathways curriculum (11 learning paths, 300+ skills)
3. Table Topics — An impromptu speaking segment where participants practice thinking on their feet with short, spontaneous responses to surprise prompts
4. Evaluations & feedback — Each prepared speaker receives a dedicated evaluator who provides constructive, structured feedback; general evaluations cover meeting roles and overall quality
5. Networking & wrap-up — The meeting closes with announcements, awards, and informal networking among members and guests

Language And Speaking Level

• Languages used: Romanian (primary)
• Recommended level: All levels welcome; no prior public speaking experience required
• Beginner friendly: Yes — guests are not pressured to participate until they feel comfortable, and the club's structured program allows members to progress at their own pace

Membership And Costs

• Trial policy: Guests may attend meetings free of charge before committing to membership
• Membership fee: A biannual (semi-annual) fee applies; the exact current amount is not publicly listed — contact the VP of Membership directly for up-to-date figures
• Extra costs: Membership includes access to the Toastmasters International educational platform (Base Camp / Pathways), all club materials, and training sessions at club, area, division, and district level; no additional costs are publicly specified

Venue And Accessibility

• Address context: Hotel Europa Royale, Strada Franceză nr. 60, 1st floor (etaj 1), Bucharest — located in the heart of the Old Historical Center, near Unirii Square and the historic Hanul lui Manuc landmark. Important note: Hotel Europa Royale announced a temporary closure for renovation beginning March 31, 2026; prospective visitors should confirm the current meeting venue with the club before attending.
• Transit/parking: Piața Unirii Metro Station (lines M1/M3) is approximately 50 metres from the hotel entrance, making the venue exceptionally easy to reach by public transport. The airport bus stop (line 783) is also a short walk away. On-site private parking is available at the hotel.
• Accessibility: The hotel is a 19th-century building; an elevator (lift) is listed among hotel facilities. Specific wheelchair-access details for the 1st-floor meeting room are not publicly specified — contact the club in advance if accessibility requirements are a concern.

Joining Steps

1. Reach out — Contact the club via their official website's contact form, by phone, or through their social media channels (Facebook: SiriusToastmasters; Instagram: @sirius_toastmasters) to express interest and confirm the next meeting date and venue
2. Attend as a guest — Simply show up at the confirmed venue on a Wednesday at 6:45 PM; no preparation is required for a first visit as a guest
3. First visit experience — You will be welcomed by club members, introduced to the meeting format, and given guest materials; there is no obligation to speak until you are ready. If you decide to join, you will complete a membership application and pay the biannual fee to gain full access to the Pathways educational platform and all club benefits

Community Notes

• The club has a youthful, professional atmosphere with an average member age of around 30, drawing people from diverse industries
• Feedback is delivered in the constructive Toastmasters style — specific, balanced, and growth-oriented — making it a safe space for speakers at all levels
• The club takes pride in two members who have achieved the Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) title — the highest recognition in Toastmasters International — including a founding member
• "Academia Sirius," the club's monthly educational event, extends learning beyond standard meeting topics into areas such as facilitation, social media, and digitalization
• Meetings are conducted primarily in Romanian; those seeking an English-language Toastmasters experience in Bucharest should look for other local clubs

Last Verified

• Date: 2026-05-26