5.0 151 reviews

• Aron Yirga ★★★★★ a week ago
  Great experience, learned how to engage the audience and how to use eye contact the right way when presenting.
• Lee Furness ★★★★★ a week ago
  Such a wonderful day of public speaking coaching on Saturday
• Guy Richardson ★★★★★ a week ago
  I recently attended a public speaking course in Sheffield, and Lee was absolutely fantastic.He made the sessions engaging, supportive, and genuinely enjoyable. His feedback was clear and constructive, and he created an environment where … More everyone felt comfortable participating. I left the course feeling far more confident and equipped with practical techniques I can use straight away.
• Alex Kenning ★★★★★ 2 weeks ago
  10/10 - I highly recommend Billal and The Public Speaking Academy. I engaged Billal to prepare for a keynote I was giving to 250+ potential clients - my biggest and most important talk to date.Unlike "cookie-cutter" coaches, Billal … More listened to my goals, assessed where I was at, and tailored each of our 1:1 sessions to exactly what I needed (even when I didn't know I needed it).He provided a clear structure for the presentation and expert advice on delivery that built my confidence after each session.I still had to put the work in - but his guidance was a game changer. The keynote went incredibly well, the feedback was fantastic, it built credibility, and I’m confident we’ll secure business as a result.
• Richard Thickpenny ★★★★★ 4 weeks ago
  I work from home so much that I rarely get to stand up and talk. The Speakers Café has proved invaluable, providing a space not only to present in different styles, but also to be part of other people’s growth as presenters. Just as importantly, … More it has helped me build genuine friendships with a supportive community I look forward to seeing each time.
• CrazyPlantLady ★★★★★ a month ago
  I have been attending the speaking conference accelerator (beginners) and the unstoppable speaker masterclass (Advanced) since October 2025. I have gained valuable knowledge and skills throughout these sessions. I have grown in conference … More and now able to speak in front of an audience using skills such as voice projection, stage presence, tone and pace. The atmosphere is calm, supportive and welcoming. I have made new friends and met the most interesting people along the way. I recommend public speaking academy for everyone who wants to work on personal growth, has a goal in mind and wants to be in a warm welcoming and supportive space.
• Sehrish Qurban ★★★★★ 3 months ago
  Brilliant first session! We used games and interactive exercises to make public speaking practice fun and low-pressure. After just one class, I'm already feeling more confident. A great, engaging way to learn a crucial skill. I would … More love to continue taking the sessions because it’s helping me alot.
• Jamie Ollett ★★★★★ 4 months ago
  As somebody who wants to be more confident speaking infront of an audience, I really can't recommend The Public Speaking Academy enough. Even if you are already fairly comfortable with public speaking, Lee and Bilal are experts at … More helping unlock your potential, speak with purpose when trying to captivate an audience. I can't thank the Public Speaking Academy enough for helping to grow my confidence and help me achieve this long time goal of mine
• Tom Booth ★★★★★ 3 months ago
  Fantastic speaking content delivered by a fantastic mentor. Lee's training is easy to take part in, pushes you without being pushy and after only 1 session I have already come away with skills I didn't have before. Great buisness … More
• Hamdi Billy ★★★★★ a month ago
  I attended this public speaking event for the first time to improve my confidence speaking in front of groups. I found the environment very supportive and helpful. It gave me the chance to practice speaking and presenting without feeling … More too nervous. The experience was useful and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to get better at public speaking and presenting.
• Linda Sinclair ★★★★★ a month ago
  One of the most valuable aspects of the accelerator workshop is having a genuinely safe and supportive space to develop speaking skills. Being able to practise, make mistakes, and receive constructive feedback has helped me grow without … More fear of judgement. This environment has given me the confidence to start stepping into public speaking roles, knowing I have a solid foundation to build on.
• Katy Moreno de Vega Tabernero ★★★★★ 4 months ago
  I am terrified of public speaking and I’m filled with dread when I have to present but with Lee’s help I’m actually standing in front of people and talking! Would recommend 100%. It’s such a supportive environment where you can make mistakes … More and it doesn’t matter. The way it’s set up means you can take yourself along and before you know it, you’ve achieved so much.
• Anibal Gutierrez ★★★★★ 4 months ago
  Participating in the public speaking course was a valuable experience. It allowed me not only to practice and enhance my English as a second language, but also to obtain new skills in speaking in front of others, articulating my message, … More and being prepared to improvise when random situations occur.
• Ewan Taylor ★★★★★ 4 months ago
  Great session with Lee. Very talented speaking coach and is really effective at allowing students to develop their crucial communication skills, both at work and in their personal lives.
• Retro ★★★★★ 4 months ago
  Great environment for learning. Building confidence and practicing speaking skills. Great group of people and Lee is excellent.
• Lucy Wilks ★★★★★ 9 months ago
  Great session from Lee! He tailored the session brilliantly to a range of people and differing confidence levels. Would definitely recommend to anyone nervous about public speaking!
• Mary Mitchell ★★★★★ 9 months ago
  I found the public speaking training session most helpful. Good to get some feedback and constructive ideas about to present an engage an audience.
• Mary Pye ★★★★★ a year ago
  Public speaking has never been in my comfort zone so today's I started off from a point of Anxiety and a little fear, however the Facilitator was wonderful and managed to ease my nerves enough to participate and engage with the process. … More I feel I have come away feeling more confident and I have learned new skills to take me forward such as stage presence and crafting my story. I also thought it was a great team building exercise. It has elevated my confidence in being able to function and present more confidently in the future.
• Jessica Sallabank ★★★★★ a year ago
  My colleague and I went a day with Lee working on our presentation and public speaking skills. The day flew by as it was packed with interesting scenarios and role plays and we came away some useful strategies for building up confidence … More and presenting information in an effective, compelling way. Recommended for people who have a public speaking element to their work but don't get much practice or guidance. thank you!
• jacquie bloomfield ★★★★★ a year ago
  This course was highly interactive and suitable for people from all walks of life and all levels of confidence and experience. It did not over complicate things and enabled people to gain confidence speaking to the group by using topics … More of their own choice and developing good listening skills. Simple activities built skills and confidence in gradual steps towards the final presentation which involved speaking without notes.In addition to helping delegates to develop their public speaking skills, through the sharing of personal stories in the presentations , the day provided an amazing team building opportunity, the results of which were excellentThankyou for a great day
• Isobel Thomas ★★★★★ 9 months ago
  Had fantastic training from Lee 🙂
• H A ★★★★★ 11 months ago
  Excellent Consultation, thank you to shak & the team!
• Charles ★★★★★ a year ago
  Shak at Public Speaking Academy is excellent.I contacted him very last minute for help and what we achieved in two remote sessions was beyond expectation. Highly recommend.
• Wendy Stammers ★★★★★ a year ago
  What an incredible opportunity to learn from Lee’s wealth of knowledge and expertise. He created a safe and encouraging space for us all to speak in our own authentic way that engages the audience. He enabled us to speak with purpose and … More from the heart and we have gone away with tips and methods that can be easily implemented in day to day life and on the stage. Thank you Lee for your kind and encouraging manner and enabling each individual to grow.
• Surya Nandakumar ★★★★★ a year ago
  Course was very interactive and had insights on the talking in the stage, facing the crowd, and how to practice vocals before ur presentation. I also got to meet new people and have a chat with them because of that I came out of my comfort … More zone.Mr. Lee also gave us exercises to improve the communication skills and overcome the fear among the crowd was great.
• Sofie Moore ★★★★★ a year ago
  Had a wonderful day of learning how to speak well in front of a crowd, everyone was so friendly and I learned so much about myself and how to engage an audience, highly recommend!
• Karzan Hughes Equestrian ★★★★★ a year ago
  Lee hosted an excellent public speaking confidence workshop in Sheffield. I’m really glad I signed up for it.
• Dunc Harris ★★★★★ a year ago
  Went to an away day in London and this had to be one of the best days I have ever done.From getting everyone interacting having fun and at same time learning vital speaking confidence and connecting skills.Best way to describeBrilliant. … More
• Hussein S ★★★★★ 11 months ago
  Excellent Consultation, thank you to shak & the team!
• Liz Cumberbatch ★★★★★ a year ago
  A brilliant day with an experienced facilitater who works with imagination, empathy and clarity. It’s been a few years since I’ve attended any trading and I’m so glad I came I enjoyed it so much. It’s also been great being with all our … More colleagues and participants in Hero’s for Health I’ve learned so much from all of you too..