Find your voice. Lead with confidence.
Smedley Toastmasters is a warm, supportive club where members practice public speaking and leadership in a friendly, judgment-free space. Come as you are — leave a more confident communicator.
From Smedley to the World
From leading Toastmasters International to becoming a World Champion of Public Speaking, Smedley Toastmasters has been home to individuals who have made their mark on the global stage.
DTM Balraj Arunasalam
International Past President 2017
TM Dananjaya Hettiarachchi
1st Place in the
World Championship of Public Speaking 2014
A friendly home for growing communicators
Smedley Toastmasters brings together people from all walks of life who share one goal: becoming clearer, more confident speakers and stronger leaders. Every meeting is a chance to practise, receive kind and constructive feedback, and celebrate progress — big or small.
- Supportive, judgment-free environment
- Structured Pathways learning program
- Hands-on leadership opportunities
Why Join Us
Everything you need to grow in one welcoming room
Speak with Confidence
Supportive Community
Leadership Skills
Actionable Feedback
📅 Next Meeting
Come see a meeting in action
Guests are always welcome — there is no pressure to speak. Just relax, watch, and see if Smedley feels like home.
⏰ When
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday
5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Where
Royal College Union Skills Center
Rajakeeya Mawatha, Colombo 07
🤝 Cost
Free for guests
Visit us experience before you join as a member
👥 Format
Physical
Join in person
40+
Active members
23+
Years chartered
1,200+
Speeches delivered
30+
Contest wins
Voices from our members
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I joined terrified of speaking. A year later I gave a presentation to 200 people at work — and enjoyed it. Smedley changed my career.
Priya Natarajan
Product Manager
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The feedback is honest but always kind. Every member genuinely wants you to succeed. It feels less like a club and more like a family.
Priya Natarajan
Product Manager
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The feedback is honest but always kind. Every member genuinely wants you to succeed. It feels less like a club and more like a family.
Marcus Bell
Small Business Owner
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I came as a nervous guest and never left. The leadership roles gave me confidence I now use every single day.
Aisha Rahman
Graduate Student
Your first meeting is on us
Curious? Nervous? Both? That is exactly how most of us started. Visit as a guest, sit back, and discover what Smedley Toastmasters could do for you.