Speech Communication
"My daughter and I both benefit greatly from your weekly lesson. I've got very favourable feedback on my recent presentation at work, hearing people say to me, "It feels like a new person emerged." In terms of my daughter, you've magically turned her from a shy girl to a very confident speaker."- Rui Wang, on speech classes with CADA.
In addition to drama studies, CADA offers speech communication classes for different age groups. As a discipline, speech communication includes things like:
- Public speaking, prepared and impromptu
- Forming and expressing opinions
- Debating
- Understanding and using language
- Reading aloud with clarity and expression
- Poetry interpretation and recital
- Accent modification
- Correction of minor speech defects
- Confidence in speaking with and in front of others
- Speaking to the media and the spokesperson role
- Practical media skills - reporting, broadcasting, voiceover, etc
- Vocal training and development
Adults
Private coaching is available for adults who want assistance in speech communication issues. If you are interested in a small group class, please express your interest and we may start one. Please call us to discuss your needs - phone 1300 908 905.
Speech for 4-6 year-olds
We recommend our "Speech Bubbles" program, which is a combined speech and drama program focusing on speaking in front of others, correct pronunciation, communication skills, and creative drama. Cost is $150 for a 10-week term.
For young children who have particular speech problems or who would benefit more from one-on-one work with a teacher, please call us on 1300 908 905 to find out about vacancies in our private teaching schedule.
Speech for 7-17 year olds
CADA offers small classes grouped according to age and ability. Students work on all aspects of speech communication, and if they wish, they can compete in the Australian National Eisteddfod and work towards exams in association with the Australian Speech Communication Association (ASCA). Some students join in order to develop self-confidence or overcome shyness, while others are gifted speakers who want to extend their existing talents. We cater to both. There are also private lessons available on a Wednesday afternoon, but currently there is a waiting list for these.
Students may join at any point during a school term.
Small-group speech classes are held at the Southside Services Building, 63 Boolimba Crescent, Narrabundah, ACT on these days:
Monday | Tuesday |
PRELIMINARY (6-8 year olds) 4-4.50pm Teacher: Genevieve Kenneally | INTERMEDIATE (12-14 year olds) 4-4.50pm Teacher: James Scott |
JUNIOR (9-11 year olds) 5-5.50pm Teacher: Genevieve Kenneally | SENIOR (14+) 5-5.50pm Teacher: James Scott |
INTERMEDIATE (12-14 year olds) 6-6.50pm Teacher: Genevieve Kenneally | Want a class in this timeslot? Let us know! |
Cost for small group classes: $225 per 10-week term
Cost for private classes: $330 per 10-week term.
Please ring to confirm a place in the class of your choice.
For more information on CADA's other options for 7-12 year-olds, click here. For more information on CADA's other options for 12-17 year-olds, click here.
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