Do you want to learn how to deliver a speech like a pro? Or gain leadership skills to advance in your career? Your goals are important, and Toastmasters’ proven program can help you reach them. By joining a club, you’ll gain the skills to become a more confident public speaker and a stronger leader in every area of your life.
How To Join

Visit a club. Find clubs near you by using the Find a Club tool. Each club has its own culture, so feel free to visit more than one to find the one that’s right for you.
When you find the club you want to join, ask the vice president membership for a membership application. Fill it out and return it with your dues to the vice president membership.
Wait for your New Member Kit to be sent to you.
Members pay international dues of US $45 every six months. (Some clubs may charge additional fees.) All new members also pay a one-time US $20 fee.
How To Choose A Club
With more than 15,900 clubs in 142 countries, finding a club near you should be easy. It’s important to choose a club that fits your goals, preferences and schedule. You can also visit several clubs before you join one. If you can’t find a club near you, it’s easy to start one. Ready to get started?
How to Reach Your Goals
Toastmasters offers a proven education program called Pathways. Pathways offers many education paths geared to helping you achieve your goals. These paths integrate communication and leadership skills through a series of levels to help achieve set goals. The paths cover a wide variety of topics from Visionary Communication, to Strategic Relationships, to Presentation Skills, to Engaging Humor and more! Once you become a member, you can get started right away.

New Member Experience FAQ
Clubs meetings are held in a variety of locations, ranging from corporations to colleges to restaurants to local community centers. Toastmasters’ global network is made of 15,900 clubs in 142 countries. Click here to find a club near you.
Members pay international dues of US $45 every six months. (Some clubs may charge additional fees.) All new members also pay a one-time US $20 fee.
As long as you are at least 18 years of age, you can join Toastmasters.
There is no instructor in a Toastmasters meeting. The club will have elected club officers present and a Toastmaster who facilitates the meeting.
No. You are not required to bring anything to a meeting.
Meeting times range from 1–2 hours.
There are no fees to attend a meeting as a guest.
Yes. We encourage you to visit multiple clubs to find the one that best fits your needs.
No. You are not obligated to speak when visiting a club. You may simply observe if you wish.
We recommend you contact a club prior to a meeting to confirm any time changes and meeting details.