The Public Speaking Intensive
Unlock your personality, presence and power when you speak.
A 3-day immersive experience designed for experienced professionals, business owners and senior leaders who want to present with greater authenticity, influence and ease.
Mon 2nd - Wed 4th March 2026 · Florence House, South Coast
Impactful public speaking is about connection, not performance.
Over three days, you’ll learn how to translate your ideas, expertise and personality into presence and power on any stage.
- Present with clarity and conviction in high-pressure environments.
- Regulate nerves so you stay composed and credible.
- Express authority and authenticity without losing warmth.
- Engage any audience through storytelling and genuine confidence.
This intensive combines world-class speaker coaching with practical neuroscience-based techniques that support personal growth and impact.
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For people who already speak — and are ready to deepen how they do it.
This intensive is for professionals who need to communicate clearly and confidently when it matters most - in boardrooms, meetings and high-stakes on a big stage.
It’s ideal for:
- Senior professionals and business leaders who want to elevate how they present and communicate.
- Managers and emerging leaders preparing for larger platforms - from keynote talks to internal presentations.
- Consultants, coaches and subject-matter experts who want their expertise to land with greater impact.
- Purpose-driven professionals ready to speak with authenticity as well as authority.
This is not an introductory course. It’s for those who already communicate as part of their role and are ready to refine, deepen and expand how they do it.
Not a course. An immersion.
This isn’t a typical public speaking course – it’s an immersive, intensive programme designed to help you reconnect with your voice and confidence at the most authentic level. You won’t just learn techniques – you’ll change your relationship with speaking entirely.
Coaching, not just training
You’re supported every step of the way – not just taught. Expect guidance, reflection, challenge and breakthrough moments that go far beyond the surface-level “presentation tips”.
A full immersion
Three days in a stunning coastal setting give you the space to pause, reflect and integrate the work at a deeper level – mentally, emotionally and physically.
Small group, deep connection
Limited to 12 participants – you’ll find the confidence that comes from genuine connection and shared experience. No big crowds, no judgement – just an open, supportive space.
Integrating the nervous system
You’ll learn how to work with your body’s natural responses, not against them – transforming nerves into grounded presence and calm confidence.
Want to talk it through?
Start with a no-pressure call and we’ll explore whether the Intensive is the right next step.
The people holding the space.
Matt Matheson
As your lead, I’m a public speaking and communications coach, hailing from Brighton, UK. Working with clients ranging from The World Health Organisation and the EBRD through to O2 and Virgin, I specialise in helping people say what they need to say when it matters most.
Beth Derry
Beth brings over 20 years of experience in corporate communications and is the founder of Lovely Messy Humans, a platform dedicated to applying neuroscience insights to everyday life. As a certified Resilience Coach and a graduate of Matt's 6-Point Speaker Programme, Beth has transformed her own journey with public speaking from fear to confidence.
Adam Hender
As a Mindfulness Coach, I’m here to coach Mental Fitness habits: simple awareness skills, mindsets and attitudes to allow positive momentum in our daily experience - allowing enjoyment and productivity.
Zoe Boarer-Pitman
As your yoga teacher and massage therapist for this retreat, my intention is to encourage your nervous system to rest. With gentle breath and soothing movement we can bring the mind to settle, allowing the deeper digestion to take place without deliberate thought - leaving you feeling more grounded and calm.
Florence House. Three days. Fully inclusive.
The intensive takes place at Florence House, a beautiful coastal venue nestled at the base of the Seven Sisters on England’s South Coast and is fully inclusive.
You’ll stay in private bedrooms with views of the Downs and enjoy chef-prepared vegetarian meals - breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks included. The food is amazing!
The setting itself supports the learning:
- Beautiful surroundings: Gardens, sea air and open skies create a natural space to think and reset.
- Exceptional food: High-quality, nutritious vegetarian dishes designed to sustain energy and focus.
- Time to breathe: Morning walks on the Downs, shared dining tables and fireside conversations that spark new ideas.
- Wellbeing options: Access to a highly qualified massage therapist and restorative bodywork sessions for those who want to stay relaxed and present throughout the programme.
Three days. Each stage builds on the last.
Across three immersive days, each stage of the intensive builds on the last, blending insight, practice and reflection through a carefully designed process.
Clarity & Connection
Build trust and connection within the group. Explore your current relationship with public speaking, identify the patterns or beliefs that hold you back, and begin the process of letting them go. Through guided exercises and reflection, create a clear personal blueprint for how you want to think, feel and show up when you speak.
Skills & Practice
The heart of the intensive. Work through Matt's Six Point Speaker Framework in a highly practical, immersive format that integrates coaching, training and doing. Expect focused learning, live practice, constructive feedback and moments of real breakthrough, all within a safe and supportive environment.
Integration & Application
The morning focuses on working with the nervous system and grounding the learning in calm, embodied confidence. The remainder of the day is dedicated to translating everything you have gained into your professional and personal life, with space for reflection and integration before the intensive closes.
Simple process. No hard sell.
Places on The Public Speaking Intensive are limited to just 12 participants to maintain the quality and depth of coaching. The investment is £1,500+VAT per person. The first step is an informal conversation with Matt, a chance to explore your goals, answer questions and make sure the intensive is the right fit for you.
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Book your call.
Schedule a 30 minute call with Matt to talk through your goals and what you are hoping to get from the intensive. -
Confirm your place.
If it feels right, secure your place on the intensive. The investment is £1,500+VAT per person. You will receive a confirmation email and a welcome pack with all the key details about the venue, timings and how to prepare. -
Choose your payment option.
You can pay in full, reserve your place with a deposit, or spread the cost with an agreed payment plan. We will confirm the option that works best for you during your call.
Not sure if this is the right fit, date or level of support for you?
Start with a quick, no pressure conversation so we can explore whether the intensive is the right next step.
Location: Florence House, South Coast
Real outcomes from recent retreats and programmes.
“Highly transformational – a month on, I’m still more confident in myself and my speaking.”
Helen Lyfe · Career, Mindset + Purpose Coach“Used it at an international conference – ‘you are such a great speaker.’”
Rosie Compton · Conflict Resolution Expert & Executive Coach“Don’t delay – one of the few programmes I truly recommend.”
Chandni Patel · Coach, Dare To“Nothing short of transformative – tools that elevate how I look, sound and connect.”
Verity Stainsby · Director, Chrysalis Talent Development Ltd“A game-changer – Matt unlocks your authentic voice.”
Alan Wick · Principal, Alan Wick Associates“Truly immersive – boosted my speaking and my confidence overall.”
Daren Packham · Yacht Manager, Ocean PlusApply for The Public Speaking Intensive.
If you want three days of focused coaching, real practice, deep integration and a supportive room — start with an application call.