Level C1 Fundamental
Confident voice, breathing, and posture basics
C1 Fundamental is the entry level for participants new to public speaking, including those who normally get nervous, beginner presenters, or anyone wanting to master voice plus breathing plus posture fundamentals. Focus: mental foundation (nerves management), voice projection, 4-4-4 breathing, posture, simple scripts. Typical timeline 6-8 weeks before moving up to C2 Structured.
Who Fits Level C1 Fundamental?
C1 fits you if: (1) you feel nervous in front of 5 or more people, (2) it is your first time speaking in front of non-friends, (3) class or meeting presentations make you nervous for days beforehand, (4) you want to build a foundation before chasing specific targets like thesis defense or investor pitch.
Learning Goals at Level C1 Fundamental
- 01
Master 4-4-4 pre-session breathing
Perform 30 seconds of 4-4-4 breathing before speaking and feel clear grounding effect.
- 02
Commanding posture and connecting eye contact
Stand stably, shoulders open, and sweep gaze across 3-5 points in a 10-person audience without panic.
- 03
Clear voice projection
Voice heard clearly at the back row of a 10-person audience without feeling like shouting.
- 04
Deliver 3-5 minute prepared speech without freezing
Complete a 3 to 5 minute speech with a complete opening and closing, even if simple.
Weekly Training Distribution
Typical time investment per week at this level, roughly 80 minutes distributed across activities.
Breathing plus grounding exercise
20 min per weekPractice 4-4-4 breathing and grounding technique before each prepared speech session, 5 minutes per day.
Prepared speech drill
30 min per weekDeliver 3-minute prepared speech with a simple framework, recorded for personal playback.
Recording playback review with trainer
30 min per weekReview recording with trainer, mark filler words, monotone spots, and posture areas needing improvement.
Trainer at This Level
An experienced trainer skilled in their field, with 2 plus years of beginner coaching experience.
How to Move Up
Move up to C2 Structured after delivering a 3-5 minute prepared speech without freezing plus trainer feedback that voice plus breathing are consistent.