The Second City New York – Public Speaking Class

The Second City New York offers a Public Speaking class at its Training Center in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. The class gives participants the tools and skills necessary to deliver effective and engaging speeches, cultivates confidence in a safe and welcoming environment, and helps hone communication skills for professional settings. The nearly 12,000-square-foot complex at 64 N. 9th Street houses two cabaret-style live theaters, seven Training Center classrooms, and a full-service restaurant and bar. The New York location opened on November 16, 2023.

Online practice in Brooklyn

In addition to offline public speaking classes, you can practice public speaking online from Brooklyn

Live speaking sessions with real listeners are available on speaking-club.online, even if there are no local public speaking classes nearby.

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Contact & location

64 N. 9th St., Williamsburg, 11249

Open website

(800) 896-8120

customerservice@secondcity.com

Membership & sessions

$275 per course enrollment

Services: Public Speaking class, Storytelling courses, Stand-Up comedy classes, Improvisation programs, Acting classes, Corporate training (Second City Works)

Membership: 275 USD / yearly

Meeting schedule: Tuesdays, 6:30 PM (3 hours per session); multiple sessions per course

Languages: English

Meeting formats: in-person

Additional information

NY-specific direct phone: (917) 203-8772. Artistic Director for New York Training Center: Jonald Reyes (jreyes@secondcity.com). The nearest subway station is the Bedford Avenue stop on the L Train, approximately a 10-minute walk away. Also offers virtual/online public speaking classes.

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Online confidence practice

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