About us
Hi! I'm a speech/voice and communications trainer here in NYC. This meetup is for people who want to improve their English speaking skills-- for their jobs, for their personal lives, for themselves. All are welcome.
Each meetup will focus on a different topic, based on what members tell me they want greater understanding or more practice in. The topics will be geared for people who speak English as a second language, but many of the classes will address issues related to all speaking. Issues such as mastering a sound--like [r] may be covered, or gaining greater understanding and practice with American English intonation... or advice and practice for communicating more effectively in meetings, or issues related to public speaking, or making better small talk... YOU tell me what you want to work on, and I will plan and curate the class.
It is a welcoming, no-pressure environment where you can experiment sounding new ways, gain valuable feedback, practice with real people--real nice people, too;), and gain greater confidence in your communication skills.
I try to make the classes accessible to everyone. Most are free; for some, there is a small charge. I also offer reduced price group classes for people who are really serious about improving their English communication skills. Workshops for groups and companies, as well as 1:1 programs are also available; reach out to me to learn more about those!
I am ALWAYS open to hear your suggestions for a meetup topic, so... let me hear them!:)
Look forward to meeting you!
Judy
If you want to receive my newsletter that includes information on new classes and workshops--free or reduced price, helpful tips on improving your communication skills, and my take on various speech/voice/language issues, sign up at: https://www.accentjweinman.com/contact/ The newsletter and my website provide much more information than the meetup site.
Also, if you'd like to connect online, you can find me here: LinkedIn or Facebook. I'm also on Instagram and Twitter...
Upcoming events
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Know Your Voice: Find Your Power
Location not specified yet# Know Your Voice: Find Your Power
A live, 90-minute Zoom masterclass for greater confidence, presence, and self-expression
Cost: $7
Where: Live on Zoom
Length: 90 minutes
Choose one date:- Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern
- Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 6:30 PM Eastern
https://accentjweinman.com/know-your-voice-find-your-power/
When people come to me for accent work, the conversation is almost always about more than pronunciation.
They want to feel comfortable speaking up. To express their ideas without second-guessing themselves. To be heard clearly—and feel more like themselves when speaking English.
Pronunciation is part of that. But so can the way you breathe, the tension you carry, your speaking habits, and what you’re thinking or anticipating before you say a word.That’s what we’ll explore in this masterclass.
While this isn’t an accent reduction class, it addresses something that often brings people to accent work in the first place: wanting greater confidence and freedom in how they communicate.I’m Judy Weinman, a speech-language pathologist and communication coach. For more than 30 years, I’ve helped people communicate with greater clarity, ease, and expression. I’d love to share this part of my work with you.
## What we’ll explore
- The connection between mind, body, breath, and voice—and how each influences the others.
- How tension and habits can make your voice feel smaller, less expressive, or harder to use.
- Ways to bring more resonance, warmth, and conviction into your speech.
- How to begin changing patterns such as rushing, holding your breath, or fading at the ends of sentences.
You won’t just hear about these ideas. You’ll try them. I’ll guide you through practical exercises so you can notice what changes in your voice—and how you feel when you speak.
You can participate as much or as little as you’d like. There’s no need to prepare anything, and no one will be put on the spot.## The details
Cost: $7
Where: Live on Zoom
Length: 90 minutes
Choose one date:- Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern
- Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 6:30 PM Eastern
It’s the same masterclass on both dates—choose whichever works for you.
This is a live-only class; there will be no replay. Please reserve the time so you can take part in the exercises.Sessions will be recorded for my own use, and short excerpts may be used in future promotional materials. If you prefer not to appear, you’re welcome to keep your camera off and use only your first name. You can still take part in all the exercises.
## Reserve your place
Please complete your $7 registration here:
https://accentjweinman.com/know-your-voice-find-your-power/
A Meetup RSVP alone does not register you for the masterclass.Use the link above to choose your date and complete registration.
This is work I love sharing, and I’d be delighted to have you join me.
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