Online Clubs FAQ

Membership dues for online clubs are the same as in person or hybrid clubs: $60 USD semiannually. Please refer to Policy 8.0 of Policy and Protocol for the prorated amounts based on the joining month.

Yes. However, judges must be physically present at the competiton.

Online clubs can be part of a district. It is the club’s choice whether they would like to be part of a district or remain undistricted. We recommend Online Clubs select a district to receive district support and participate in district sponsored events.

Dues are paid the same way as any other club: either online through Club Central or by submitting payment information, the list of renewing members, and membership applications to World Headquarters.

Each club is responsible for its own website content, and each club must adhere to the Toastmasters' brand standards and policies related to trademarks and copyrights.

Yes, they do. However, clubs that are undistricted (online, hybrid, or in-person) earn recognition by achieving one less goal: Four goals for Distinguished, six goals for Select Distinguished, and eight goals for President's Distinguished.

Yes, they are welcome and encouraged to participate with their selected district. If the club is undisticted, they may want to contact local districts for permission to attend their training.

Conflict at the club level should be resolved by the club (see Policy 3.0 and Protocol 3.0: Ethics and Conduct). If a club or member needs additional assistance, they can contact World Headquarters directly for support.

As is the case now, World Headquarters does not get involved in club finances or inventory club assets. Any costs associated with needed equipment or technology will be the responsibility of the club and the members of the club. (See revised Policy and Protocol 2.0.)

Online clubs are not searchable in the Find a Club feature at this time. However, there is a page listing online clubs and their meeting and contact information.

Proxies at the club level, district level and the Annual Business Meeting at International Convention are no different for online clubs from traditional clubs.

No. The education program has not changed for online clubs.

No. Each club must determine the online platform and equipment to be used at their own discretion and expense. Each member must also provide their own technology and equipment at their own expense.