LAMDA 시험을 위한 공개 연설 그룹 수업

In this class, students will be introduced to some of the fundamentals of speech writing to be able to move forward to take LAMDA exams. They will be taken through, "A Forest" of persuasive writing techniques - from alliteration to the rule of three. Students will apply these skills to analyse a famous speech.  Students will also be shown how to deliver a speech in a way that is engaging to their audience and is clear, concise, and effective. Vocal skills are key to delivering a good speech and students will practice their articulation, audibility, and vocabulary.

Classes are informal and engaging - using drama games to develop skills through fun and exciting means. Students will engage in the session through group discussions and feedback.

Below is a rough breakdown of what we will cover over the course of the class:

Week 1: An Introduction to Public Speaking - An overview of different types of Public Speaking
Week 2: Persuasive Speeches - AFOREST acronym of persuasive writing
Week 3: Pro/Con Speeches - How to present both sides of an audience
Week 4: Other Speech Structures - How to organise your ideas for an audience to follow
Week 5: Presentation Skills - Speaking and presenting yourself to your audience
Week 6: Creating your own speech - Put all your skills together to make a speech on a subject of your choice


At the end of this course, students will be able to progress to either our - "Route to LAMDA Exam" group courses or 1:1 sessions.

What is a LAMDA Exam?

The LAMDA Exam is the performance and communication equivalent of a music exam; there are 8 Grades with each one being marked as a Pass, Merit, or Distinction. LAMDA stands for the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art and is one of the oldest drama schools in the world! It’s trained some very well-known actors including Benedict Cumberbatch, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Ruth Wilson, and Sam Claflin.

LAMDA Exams are designed for young people to help them improve and develop their self-confidence, vocal and physical skills as well as creativity. LAMDA Exams aren’t just for young people who want to pursue acting as a career the skills LAMDA teaches are applicable in any walk of life! They’ve even been known to help young people to stand out in school and university interviews.

Why should I take a LAMDA Exam?
There are lots of reasons to take a LAMDA Exam. The one we hear about most often from our learners is confidence. By developing their communication skills our learners are improving their levels of self-assurance, confidence in the knowledge that they can articulate their thoughts and ideas, and importantly make their voice heard.

Other benefits include reading fluency, a broader vocabulary, enhanced memory and recall, improved English language skills, and the ability to structure an argument Preparing for a LAMDA Exam helps everyone develop the life skills that are so important for a happy, successful, and fulfilled life. Once you have passed a LAMDA Exam, you will have earned a qualification that is recognised all over the world that you can use to add to your CV, resume, or university application. You can even earn UCAS points to help with university entry.

How can I take a LAMDA exam? 

I can arrange for you to sit a LAMDA exam either online via Zoom or, if you're based in the UK, at a local public centre. 


How much does a LAMDA exam cost?

Between £30-£98 depending on the grade. 

Please note I recommend a minimum of 20 lessons before entering students for examination.