The Art of Speaking: Unlock the Voice Within
Learn to Speak with Grace - All You Need Is to Know How!
If you’ve ever thought, “I’m just not a natural speaker,” here’s the truth: it’s not about talent, it’s about training.
The Art of Speaking is a beginner-friendly introduction course created by Shelani van Niekerk, a trained actor, drama teacher, and voice coach who has spent over two decades on stage, in classrooms, and on screen helping students, professionals, and performers discover the power of their voices.
And now it’s your turn.
Whether you’ve never been trained, feel unsure of how to use your voice effectively, or simply want to add more presence and impact when you speak, this course gives you the tools to do it.
Who is this course for?
This course is for you if:
You’ve ever felt silenced, overlooked, or afraid to speak up.
You’ve struggled with nerves, shaky knees, or a tight chest when all you wanted was to share your ideas.
You’ve been told to “be realistic,” to keep your head down — but you know your story deserves to be heard.
You want practical tools (not just theory) to ground yourself, project your voice, and connect with others.
The Art of Speaking is one of the most supportive voice courses online, blending theatre, bodywork, and storytelling into a method that is holistic, practical, and empowering.
What you'll learn inside:
You don’t need to be perfect. You don’t need to memorize scripts. You just need the right tools, the right mindset, and the right guide.
In this course you'll learn:
How to breathe like a speaker, releasing tension and rooting your voice.
How to warm up your voice daily with simple, effective exercises like Double Trouble Bubble and Embodied Haven.
How to wake up the muscles of speech playing with consonants and vowels inside the Voice Vault.
How to bring colour to your voice through pitch, pace, pause, and emotional tone.
How to think on your feet, with improvisation games like Pass the Spark and Object Oracle.
How to own the stage with presence, shaping and performing a poem with exercises like Through Three Doors and Echoes of Me.
By the end, you won’t just sound better - you’ll feel ready to be heard.
What makes this course different?
There are plenty of “public speaking tips” out there. But here’s what makes The Art of Speaking stand out:
It’s beginner-friendly. No jargon, no rigid scripts, just practical steps you can use immediately.
It’s embodied. You’ll learn through movement, breath, and voice, not just theory.
It’s playful. Improvisation, theatre games, and storytelling keep learning alive.
It’s empowering. You’ll walk away speaking with grace and presence.
If you've been waiting for a sign, this is it!
If you've been waiting for the right teacher, Shelani is here to help!
What's included in this course?
HERE'S WHAT YOU GET:
5 modules with 35 structured video lessons (1 module released per week)
Creative voice exercises like Golden Pauses and Pulse & Emotions.
Printable practice guides for warm-ups, breathing, and articulation.
6 months of access : work at your own pace, repeat as often as you like.
One-time payment (no subscriptions, no hidden fees).
SAVE R4500!!
Try a preview first :
Still not sure? Watch Shelani in action here:
These are just examples, there is so much more waiting for you in the journey of exploring the Art of Speaking!
They talk about it
Christophe
"I have had lessons with Shelani for more than a year now. She has energy, is fun and pushes you to be better. She works with a plan, and she has a mission to help you."
Maria
"Prepare to be captivated! Shelani is an enchanting force, equipped with an arsenal of techniques, methods, and exercises that will unlock your voice and take your acting or public speaking skills to extraordinary levels."
Dhanya
"Shelani is an amazing instructor who takes the time to understand what you need. She uses very creative and engaging methods to deliver her lesson."
If We’ve Never Met Before 👋 Hi, I’m Shelani.
Speaker. Voice & Presence Coach.
Professional Actor.
I’ve spent over a decade on stage and in front of audiences, performing across South Africa and teaching others how to harness the same tools actors use to captivate attention, without becoming someone you’re not.
I work with professionals, entrepreneurs and every day individuals who know they have something to say but feel held back self-doubt, overthinking or crippling will because of not being trained.
My approach combines:
Theatre techniques to unlock expression
Voice work to project clarity and strength
Grounding practices to stay calm under pressure
Real-world scenarios so you leave ready to apply what you’ve learned immediately
Our Promise to You!
When you enrol in this course, you’re investing in the way you show up in the world.
This is a fully refundable course if you have completed all the lessons practically and still feel exactly the same as before.
You’ll gain tools and skills.
You’ll train your voice.
You’ll unlock your potential.
Frequently asked questions
Let's wrap it up
If you're still reading, there is a reason
If you’re still reading this, there’s a reason.
You’ve been waiting for a sign, waiting for permission to take up space.
This is it.
Your voice is already inside you — it’s just waiting to be unlocked.
This is where fear becomes freedom.
This is where silence becomes sound.
This is where your voice takes its rightful place in the world.
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