| Chloe - : "I loved this! I'm normally a very talkative person, but when it comes to the public, I'm not that kind. But, after this workshop, I feel a lot more confident - I really want to do it again! We not only talked, but we were all entertained - which made it fun to listen and to interact. I would definitely suggest this to all my friends - it has been one of the best days of my life! Charlotte and Eric were wonderful - really funny! Yeah!" |
| Manmeet - : "I think today's training was a great opportunity, even though this morning I felt the complete opposite. I was not looking forward to doing this because I was so shy with very little confidence. In this training I have realised that everyone is scared at first, even if they don't show it, we're all on the same level and I feel so much more confident now." |
| Tanaka - : "Today was great. It has improved my confidence and I hope to do this course again. Working with the trainer was great because she did great activities with us. Thanks." |
| Winny Mongok - : "Today I have learned that there is nothing to be scared of. If you act confident everything will go perfect." |
| Fatima - : "The day was filled with excitement and tension. It started off with everyone, including me, being nervous to ending with confidence." |
| Alexia - : "think this workshop was brilliant and really help to encourage you to Speak Out. It's definitely made me more confident then I was before." |
| Sara - : "I feel so confident and empowered." |
| Kuljeet - : "A great day! It built up my confidence. Yesterday and in the morning I was scared I could not cope with speaking in front of more than 10 to 15 people but now I can go home confident and happy." |
| Pooja Purkayastha - : "I'm usually quite hesitant when I have to make a speech or speak in front of a large number of people, as I don't know how to present myself and exactly what to say. After the training however - I feel quite confident to speak to a large audience." |
| Darren - : "I was going to drop out after first break but I'm happy I stayed. Definitely improved my confidence." |
| Tara - : "My confidence shot up in the small time I spent in the workshop, not only id I have fun, but I learnt a lot as well." |
| Aisha - : "Today's training was great, I'm much more confident and it will help me with all the speaking I do for my church and other clubs I attend!" |
| Sophia - : "I really enjoyed it, I learned lots. I've become so much more confident, which is a shock to me as I neverthought I could." |
| Emily Antunes - : "It was good and it boosed my confidence level which is good as I want to be a TV presenter." |
| Sonia - : "When I first came in here I just said I didn't want to do it because I am really shy but you learn lots of things and you should just go for it." |
| Sonia - : "When I first came in here I just said I didn't want to do it because I am really shy but you learn lots of things and you should just go for it." |
| Felicia - : "Today's training definitely had a positive effect on me. It boosted my confidence and allowed me to be more creative in the way I talk. The teacher was excellent." |
| Asha - : "Today I have become more confident. I think its time to run for President." |
| Kristian - : "Today's training really changed my mind about speaking in public to other people, it really helps me out in lots of ways and now i feel more confident in myself than I used to." |
| Sherika Hogan - : "Today was one of the most beneficial days of my life. I say this because I have learned to be confident in front of people I don't know." |
| Ashley - : "I have learnt to be more confident and although this is just for speaking it can help in many other ways, eg. i love to dance but sometimes i ain't confident. I think this is really cool." |
| Anonymous - : "I must admit, at first when I found out I had to speak in front of a group of people, I was devastated. But at the end of the day, I was pretty confident, and I stuck to my subject. The day was quite enjoyable."" |
| Andik - : "It's amazing to see how confidence can develop postiively in such a short period of time." |
| Abbie - : "It has been a great day, and I have learnt so much. I can now take the advice I was given and use it to help improve my speaking and listening skills in the future. I would recommend it to other people, and it's definitely helped me and DEFINITELY HELPED BUILD MY CONFIDENCE!" |
| Devina - : "his is a great opportunity to boost your confidence. I am a very shy person who hated the idea of public speaking. But now I feel so confident to speak" |
| Gloria - : "I feel so much better.. more confidence to stand up and talk in front of different people" |
| Arvinder - : "At the start, I had serious public speaking nerves. At the end, I might not be the best speaker, but I've improved and I can state my case. I've learnt loads of tips and the trainer was great." |
| Mati Assran - : "It was very good. I wish I could do it every month." |
| Melissa - : "It was a fun friendly atmosphere where I felt I could be comfortable speaking about my opinions." |
| Aaron - : "I thought it would be boring but the trainer made it fun, exciting and helped me with problems. I have improved my public speaking and want to do something like this again." |
| Charlotte - : "I think it was really good and wicked, it's not like any other workshop" |
| Vi-Minh - : "It was great fun and you get to know each other." |
| Paige Gordon - : "The Speak Out Challenge is a fun day and at the end of the day you feel a great sense of achievement and confidence." |
| Devin - : "It was absolutely brilliant! I could feel the adrenaline running through my body!" |
| Ryan - : "The training was informative, funny, exciting, involving and energetic. I'm really glad I got to do this course." |
| Sonya - : "Overhelming responses to my speeches, a fun-filled day with the staff who were extraordinary." |
| Ritu - : "I am very happy that this day came in my life. It was really fun." |
| Robert - : "I really enjoyed it and it was really fun. I would love to do it again." |
| Lizzie - : "It was well fun. I really liked it, great way to finish school." |
| Charlotte - : "I thought it was going to be a really boring day but as soon as I walked in and was greeted by Ereni with a huge smile I knew it was going to be fun. And I learnt alot about speech too." |
| Alexandra - : "It's a really good learning plan, starts off fun with a good point to it and gets everyone feeling comfortable with eachother and the rest of the time your planning/doing the main speech. The main thing you have been leading up to." |
| Jacques - : "Good activities, interactive and fun topics..." |
| Tamara Dahab - : "Today was great, when I started I kept using filler words, but through the course I managed to build up the confidence to speak without them." |
| Hannah - : "It was wicked and I had loads of fun. Best experience although I was scared" |
| Erica - : "I thought the day was going to be boring but after I thought it was quite fun" |
| Pricilla - : "It was SO. SO. SO. Cool and it was a Fab day." |
| Jordan Widlman - : "Instead of the usual boring enrichment day, I found this workshop interesting." |
| Samantha - : "Today was really cool and i would recommend to tell everyone that you know and to tell them to be confident." |
| Balraj - : "A thoroughly enjoyable expeerience" |
| Talawat - : "Awesome. When I started I was rubbish, but I paid attention to the tips and succeeded" |
| Misha - : "Fun, educational and I would love to do it again" |
| Tina - : "This was a great day! You may be scared at first, but trust me, it is so much fun" |
| Nikita - : "It was FANTASTIC. I thought it was going to be boring but it was far from it." |
| Mamta - : "Helped a lot! Was a lot of fun! Enjoyed it to the fullest. Never had a better experience." |
| James Morris - : "It's a fabulous idea and is very interesting. It was stunning. Try it and you'll love it!!!" |
| Suraj - : "I found it a lot of fun and I wish i could do it on a regular basis. a great experience." |
| katya - : "Great activities, more confidence, a real laugh." |
| Chloe - : "I thought it was a great day, I learnt a lot and I think many people should try it because it really does help and you will become a better person." |
| Anonymous - : "It was really fun, its great to see all my peers speak up about something they are passionate about." |
| Anonymous - : "It was fun and I learnt a lot about making speeches. It was an amazing experience and I definitely will recommend people doing it to boost their courage and self-esteem." |
| Zainab - : "I had a fun day. It was great, believe it or not, I am much more confident than I was before." |
| Rebecca Law - : "It was a really fun way to experience a new way of speaking." |
| Dion Recica - : "It was fun and I have learned the skills to talk in front of others." |
| Sam Sam - : "It was just the best day. I can take this skill on in my life and it was so helpful." |
| Michael - : "It was great fun. At the end of the day I felt much more confident than I did in the morning. The trainer had a very bubbly character and helped bring out the best in us. we were able to speak out in a secure and friendly environment" |
| Daniela - : "It was an amazing day. I thought it would be boring but it was fun." |
| James - : "Fantastic, really good fun. Something that you can get a lot of enjoyment from and is really worth taking part in." |
| Nial - : "It was very good - I can feel the effect it had on me - I can see the effect it had on the others!" |
| Kelly Hanifin - : "This training day was brilliant and it gave me more confident in speaking aloud. It gave me great tips when speaking, so next time I do my orals I can get an 'A'." |
| Danier Maref - : "For any youngsters out there - if you have a lack of confidence this organisation will definitely help you build up your confidence." |
| Norann - : "It was a very educational and fun activity. An absolute must for secondary school pupils." |
| Rebecca - : "Today was a fantastic & educational day & helped my confidence alot. I also feel that my skills for public speaking will be used wisely & passionately in the future." |
| Adem Halil - : "Encourage kids because this day actually gives you real life skills which you wouldn't learn anywhere else." |
| Whitney - : "I recommend this programme to all young youths. Its very useful." |
| Rebecca - : "Today was a fantastic & educational day & helped my confidence alot. I also feel that my skills for public speaking will be used wisely & passionately in the future." |
| Nicholas Yee - : "Very educational and fun, shyness is broken down into easy steps to get ready for a future in public speaking." |
| Jennifer - : "It was very good and I think it has improved my confidence for when I do the GCSE Speaking & Listening exam." |
| Halima Marabet - : "I learnt loads of different ways to express myself and how to seem confident." |
| Michael - : "The workshop really worked, and I have improved my reading, speech and writing skills. It improves confidence and self-esteem..." |
| Yaseen - : "A new aspect of learning. Great experience and very beneficial." |
| Misha - : "Fun, educational and I would love to do it again..." |
| Jack - : "Worth the time and could definitely help you in your exams." |
| Sameer Shah - : "It makes you go from hating school to loving it. Fun and also educational." |
| Raymond Chan - : "I think that today has been entertaining, educational and quite scary but definitely worth it in the future." |
| Damilola - : "It was good and very educational. I liked it and it should go worldwide." |
| Anthony - : "I thought that this is one of the best lessons on communication it has boosted my confidence a lot and we had a lot of fun." |
| James - : "This experience helped me project my voice, my confidence and helped me use the words I never use." |
| Ryan B - : "Once in a life time opportunity. Great fun and education at the same time." |
| Louise - : "Today was really brilliant and inspirational. I've learned so much and the two trainers were brilliant.Thanks for the opportunity." |
| Annie - : "I think I am more confident. Now I can actually get more involved in classes." |
| Mustafa Jasim - : "Very useful in building confidence, social skills, speaking skills and even analytical skills." |
| Lanya - : "I think this sort of thing should be put into schools, as maybe a lesson every week, because I believe everyone gained a lot from this experience." |
| Kimberly - : "The training has given me so much more confidence and I will be so excited to do my oral exams." |
| Anisha - : "I have learnt many skills and have learnt how to boost my confidence. I know when I have an oral exam I need to project my voice and stand still and just be myself." |
| Martha - : "I found it really helpful, and really enjoyable. it has really helped me to express my thoughts easier and has given me a confidence boost which I can hopefully use later in interviews etc" |
| Lee - : "This day made my confidence stronger and it helped me improve my communication, debating and social skills." |
| Emre - : "This was the best time I've ever had. Thanks Jack!" |
| Damaris - : "I loved the training and what Jack Petchey is doing for childrenand I am really thankful that I had the opportunity to be in this workshop" |
| Barzan Hussein - : "This was a thoroughly enjoyable experience and was one of a kind. Thank you Jack Petchey" |
| Oasis Watson - : "The Jack Petchey Challenge was a great opportunity for me and I very much enjoyed thethis experience. Thanks!" |
| Tolani - : "It was really good and a great experience. It also improved my confidence, totally loved it. Thanks to Mr Petchey, you are a really great man" |
| Owen - : "An amazingopportunity for learning about public speaking. Thank you Jack Petchey" |
| Alex - : "It's brilliant! I feel more confident not only with myself but with public speaking. Thanks Jack!" |
| Bhavik Patel - : "The training was really good - I think it's a privledge to take part in this opportunity. I am very grateful that I was chosen for the Speak Out Challenge and I thank Jack Petchey." |
| Veidehi - : "I'm really thankful to Jack Petchey's Speakout Challnege. Everyone should have an opportunity to attend this task nad it build ups confidence." |
| Leann - : "I loved it no one laughed and took the mick - thank you Jack Petchey" |
| Thea Slotover - : "It was fantastic. I learnt so much and i feel i am coming away with skills that i will keep for life. it literally was a life changing experience." |
| Jake - : "What a wonderful day. you can change over 1 day." |
| Andrea Diallo - : "The training made me aware of myself and not act as if i am giving up on myself." |
| Natasha Bell - : "To sum up the day in words is practically impossible. It has touched me and i doubt i'll ever forget it. i feel a lot closer and understand the girls a lot more now, so thanks for that. it has been very special and maybe even life changing." |
| Helin - : "I had a lovely day at school today - now I can stand in front of the whole class and talk - I could never do that!" |
| Anshul - : "Fantastic opportunity. Changed my life forever." |
| Jess Durdy - : "This was a really great experience and i loved it. The trainer was funny and great to listen to. i always thought i was rubbish at speaking and got so nervous. Now i will be more confident." |
| Sophie - : "I was on this course to become a confident speaker, it has helped me massively for my performance but mentally too" |
| Ebun - : "This was fantastic and such a good idea. Public speaking it is the key for life" |
| Alexander - : "I think this has changed my life because I now don't stutter on stage"" |
| Krishan - : "I loved today, it was like freedom. This course made me come out of my shell and it has made me happy." |
| Danyal - : "It was amazing, an awesome change that captured my mind for the whole day." |
| Felicity - : "Very valuable and inspirational. An amazing opportunity and I can use the skills learnt today forever" |
| Shirley - : "This workshop gave me a surge of unbeatable confidence. At the beginning of the challenge, I denied public speaking - it was a strong fear." |
| Sophie Fogarty - : "I never thought I could get up and do a speech but I have. Thank you!" |
| Anonymous - : "Afterwards, I want to public speak for the rest of my life." |
| Joshua - : "It was a great idea. I feel like a stronger person" |
| Cody Wight - : "Today was the biggest day of my life! Thank you!" |
| Mateusz Karaskiewicz - : "By doing this training I found a way to acheive more in life and also developing my skills to the end of my life. I hope I will have 1 more day like this. I really enjoyed it." |
| Adam - : "Today was an amazing experience that I will keep with me forever. thank you very much James "" |
| Eduard Cirezaru - : "Don't miss this training, it is very good for you and it will change your life" |
| Zahanara Begum - : "The speak out challenge today was very constructive, as there were a lot of people who came in quiet, but at the end of the session they had broken out of their shell." |
| Azmi Maroofi - : "I loved the session because it was interesting and funny and I went from hardly being able to talk about myself to making everyone laugh." |
| Shanique - : "It was enjoyable, I recommend it to fellow teenagers with low self esteem!"" |
| Chloe - : "I thought it was a great day, I learnt a lot and I think many people should try it because it really does help and you will become a better person." |
| Jessica - : "I thought this session made people think about life in a way that no one has ever thought of before" |
| Alex Andreoli - : "It was a life changing opportunity" |
| Delia - : "This training not only improved people's speaking skills but it also made them more open to many issues in today's world." |
| Lauren - : "It was really encouraging, it would definitely improve my future self! I loved it!" |
| Chanice - : "I'm the kind of person that hates speaking infront of people, but today I have gained so much confidence I never thought I had. I would really recommend it to someone like me. It's changed my attitude." |
| Jaymee - : "I absolutely loved it, it was amazing and really life-changing. Thank you so much Jane" |
| Shanka - : "I really liked the day! At the beginning I hated public speaking, but I didn't say - now I don't." |
| Shantal - : "This workshop was brilliant it actually made me break out of my shell quite a lot. Even though its not at 10, my confidence, I still went through the day coming out brave." |
| Apiram - : "Today's training can be a life-saver. Expressing yourself makes you feel good." |
| Ieva - : "This 'Speak Out' Challange was very interesting and helped me get some more confidence and when you are on the stage it doesn't seem that bad. Also I realise that some of the speeches that people made are very important and emotional and we can actually make a difference." |
| Michael Chong - : "I always felt that I was locked up in my speeches but now I feel that I've expressed more in my speeches" |
| Roshini Fernando - : "Fantastic! It has really boosted my confidence and improved my speaking. I had lots of fun and the trainers were brilliant." |
| Asma Karmani - : "I really enjoyed the workshop and the trainers were very imaginative and boosted everyone's confidence and have lots of energy" |
| Charlotte - : "Today was amazing! I've always had a big mouth, but after this workshop, I've got an even bigger mouth! Also the trainer was so fun, she was great!" |
| Callum Connaghton - : "I think the trainers were very fun and had a good sense of humour. If you do this course your confidence will improve." |
| Shona John - : "They made learning fun. They taught us without us knowing because we had so much fun." |
| Alex Clayton-Marucci - : "I really enjoyed the day and if I had the opportunity I would definitely do the course again. The tutors were really encouraging and it was all so supportive." |
| Rezian - : "The trainer helped us - he influenced us and taught us a lot" |
| Jayshree - : "I really loved it. The trainer was fun and really patient. I had a great day" |
| Mansoon Miah - : "I think the trainers were excellent and I definitely have more confidence in public speaking" |
| Hanna Jama - : "The training was really good and we had the best trainer! Sam really helped us and was excellent." |
| Zoe Mascarenhas - : "I really enjoyed the day and the trainer made it really fun." |
| Lara Basma - : "It was great! The trainer is really good and built my self confidence!" |
| Khadija - : "I really enjoyed it. I did not think just having the thought of giving a speech makes you sweat & extremely nervous. The trainer was excellent!" |
| James - : "I thought it was good and productive session with an enthusiastic trainer" |
| Aaron - : "I thought it would be boring but the trainer made it fun, exciting and helped me with problems. I have improved my public speaking and want to do something like this again" |
| Harshini Pradabane - : "I think the trainer was very good because she actually made me like public speaking." |
| Amanda - : "I think that this training was really interesting! The Teacher was GREAT... REALLY ENTHUSIASTIC!" |
| Shanice Lewis - : "It was so fun, sooo much better than I expected. The trainers were funny and made learning interesting. I totally benefitted greatly from it." |
| Rose Music - : "It was really really fun and I learnt a lot, not just about speaking confidently but also about my friends. The trainer was excellent and really inspired me to want to be that at ease when talking." |
| Sorie - : "reni is a great trainer and role-model. If I was to do this in front of many schools I would love her support." |
| Michael - : "It was great fun. At the end of the day I felt much more confident than I did in the morning. The trainer had a very bubbly character and helped bring out the best in us. we were able to speak out in a secure and friendly environment." |
| Saul - : "Incredible day. Had such great fun. Thanks to the trainers Jet and Maggie" |
| Pejman - : "It was a very good and the trainer James Marshall was very good trainer. He is a good man." |
| Shirshah - : "Joe was amazing and he has helped us alot. I felt a massive boost, and my confidence is sky high." |
| Jack Cannon - : "I think it was cool as ice!" |
| Anon - : "It was mesmerising." |
| Shirley - : "This workshop gave me a surge of unbeatable confidence. At the beginning of the challenge, I denied public speaking - it was a strong fear. Afterwards, I want to public speak for the rest of my life." |
| Amina Ahmed - : "If you're scared, don't be Just swallow your guts and express your opinions." |
| Luca - : "It was pretty darn awesome" |
| Nicholas Yee - : "Shyness is broken down into easy steps to get ready for a future in public speaking." |
| Tarjau - : "I don't think I'll be sitting at the back of my classes hiding behind my hair, I think I will start bleeding confidence, I really enjoyed my time and love to do it again." |
| Aaron - : "It was really endorable!" |
| Sahebeh - : "Speak out and remember your views are important. You are who you are." |
| Patrice - : "Today was great and I feel like I could speak to England." |
| Ehsan - : "A chance to come out of the dark corner of silence." |
| Sumaya - : "Speaking up may be the only way to express yourself." |
| Josh - : "Coolio!" |
| Fatlum - : "today was like a seed germinating and as it became and blossomed into a flower, I blossomed into a master speaker." |
| Prya - : "It was really enjoyable and it really boosted my confidence. I came in this morning as timid as a mouse and now I WANT to go on stage!" |
| Samuel - : "If this course was a light, it would be the sun!" |
