Presentation Skills

Presenting with Confidence

Build confidence, clarity and connection every time you present.

Presenting with Confidence (26 August 2026)
Sydney

Aug 26, 2026 - Aug 26, 2026

$1,500
Sessions
DateTime
26 August 20269:00 AM - 5:00 PM AEDT

Presenting with Confidence

Course Fee

$1,500

Duration

1 day, 8 hours

Presenting with Confidence

Overview

Are you looking to step up your presentation skills? Whether you’re seeking to overcome public speaking nerves, or level up your corporate presentation skills, this one-day course is perfect for you. 

This course will enable you to inspire and captivate your audience by learning practical techniques that will leverage your vocal and physical presence. 

Our experienced tutors use techniques from the actor’s toolkit to teach you how to present confidently so you can land your message. This is a creative, fun and practical course designed to gently push you out of your comfort zone, whilst supporting you to present like a professional and leaving your audience wanting more. 

OTHER CLASSES

Thu 16 Jul 2026
NIDA Melbourne, Southbank
9:00am – 5:00pm AEST
$1,500
Tue 21 Jul 2026
NIDA Kensington, Sydney
9:00am – 5:00pm AEST
$1,500
Class full Join the waitlist
Fri 31 Jul 2026
NIDA Kensington, Sydney
9:00am – 5:00pm AEST
$1,500
Tue 4 Aug 2026
The Street Theatre, Canberra
9:00am – 5:00pm AEST
$1,500
Thu 6 Aug 2026
NIDA Kensington, Sydney
9:00am – 5:00pm AEST
$1,500
Wed 12 Aug 2026
NIDA Kensington, Sydney
9:00am – 5:00pm AEST
$1,500
Fri 14 Aug 2026
NIDA Melbourne, Southbank
9:00am – 5:00pm AEST
$1,500
Thu 12 Nov 2026
Metro Arts, Brisbane
9:00am – 5:00pm AEST
$1,500

If none of the above classes work for you, please Join our Waitlist to find out about new course dates as they’re released

Course Components

  • Identify: Individual responses to presenting and assess techniques for confident presentations 
  • Develop: Aligning breath and body, skills that allow you to control your presentation style.
  • Examine: New concepts, structures and content to engage and inspire your audience.
  • Explore: Individual objectives and identify the means by which to secure them.
  • Plan: Plan and present short presentations and receive constructive feedback and direction.

Outcomes

  • Understand your individual presenting skills strengths and challenges.
  • Demonstrate confidence when presenting to audiences of all sizes, including both online and in-person.
  • Practise strategies to engage and influence your audience.
  • Display your physical and vocal presence and consider how you can positively impact others.
  • Build techniques to manage nerves and their impact on your performance.

What to Expect on the Day 

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Please come to your training session prepared to deliver a short, work-related presentation of up to 2 minutes (3 key bullet points only). You may present part of a presentation you have delivered previously, or the opening of a presentation you expect to deliver in the future. Slides are not required. You may use notes if needed or deliver the presentation from memory.   

It is advisable to wear loose, comfortable clothing and flat shoes as there may be some movement exercises.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of the course and check in with the venue staff to let them know you’ve arrived.

If you’re running late please call NIDA Reception – (02) 9697 7600 and they will alert the NIDA Corporate Training team.

Catering is included as part of the course, with morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea served for all participants. If you have dietary requirements, please notify us in advance. 

Testimonials

Presenting with Confidence

NIDA’s Presenting with Confidence course completely changed my understanding of verbal communication. The course provided me with practical tips in physical presentation; equipped me with new skills in improvisation to be agile in presenting environments; and made me rethink speech writing to make impactful speeches. Everyone should do this course!

Development and Partnerships

Creative Australia

Influential Women

Highly recommend this course! A supportive and welcoming space which helped ease the nerves so I could really focus on learning. So thrilled to have made the decision to book!

Senior Project Officer

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

Presenting with Confidence

I gained profound insights into my presentation style, including body language, voice modulation, and content structure. Provided practical, actionable feedback to enhance my personal presence and presentation skills. While challenging, incredibly helpful.

I highly recommend this session to anyone looking to improve their presentation abilities. It was not only beneficial but also an enjoyable learning experience.

Firefighter, Fire and Rescue NSW

Presenting with Confidence

It’s really hard to narrow down because I found the whole program SO helpful. If I had to try, I’d say understanding my role as presenter in needing to focus on what my audience needs, and thinking of presenting through that lens. Structuring your message well and then the tools you use to express yourself clearly, to have the greatest impact.

Project Officer

NSW Department of Communities & Justice

Looking for something custom?

We can deliver this course in-house at your organisation or tailor this course for your team’s needs.

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