How to Save a Struggling Club

Not every club is perfect... and ALL clubs ebb and flow in membership and success. If your club is struggling to stay afloat, consider taking advantage of some of the ideas listed below.

Club Coach Program

In February 2003 the Board of Directors of Toastmasters International replaced the Club Specialist program with the Club Coach program. The goal of the Club Coach program is to help struggling clubs become Distinguished Clubs. Some of the specifics are:

• The club will have 12 or fewer members at the time of appointment of the Club Coach by the District Governor
• Up to two Coaches may be appointed to each club
• The Coaches may not be members of the club at the time of appointment (the coaches are to join after being assigned)
• The assignment lasts to the end of the current club year if the club reaches distinguished status or better, or the end of the subsequent club year if Distinguished Club status or better is not reached in the first year
• Club Coaches will receive a pin from World Headquarters upon assignment
• Credit toward Advanced Leader is awarded upon successful completion
• A certificate will be sent to the Club Coaches upon successful completion
• District 23 will present a special award to each successful Club Coach upon completion

Club Coaches don't run the club - they just support the members who are doing the work and will get the credit for success. Club Coaches get their guidance from district leaders and members of other successful clubs.

Does your club NEED a Club Coach, or are you interested in being a Coach? Please contact our District Governor for more information.

To get an idea of the things a Club Coach will look at when first assigned to your club, download the Club Coach Troubleshooting Guide.

Step-by-Step Guide:
How to Rebuild a Toastmasters Club

Is your club struggling to attract and retain members? This PDF document provides a step-by-step guide to rebuilding an existing Toastmasters club. All clubs go through ups and downs. If you are concerned about your club’s membership, this guide will help your rebuilding efforts. For further assistance, please contact your Area Governor.

Click here to download the Step-by-Step Guide.

Membership Building Resources
From Toastmasters International

Toastmasters International has a large collection of membership building materials that can help your club grow. Many are available free of charge while others cost a small amount.

Click here to visit the list of resources on the Toastmasters website.

...and More!

Visit District 23's Membership Building / Plan a Great Meeting / Retain Members / Marketing Flyer Library pages for additional resources and ideas.