WHAT IS AN “ADVANCED CLUB”?
Most Toastmasters clubs are open to any interested person over 18 years of age, and the clubs conduct the general Toastmasters educational program. Occasionally, however, a group wants to charter a special club for those who want to focus on developing special skills.
The purpose of an advanced club is:
· to provide an opportunity for exposure so that members may learn and practice advanced communication techniques and receive evaluation in harmony with their specific needs, and
· to enable members to share their common interests in communication skills and development.
The Toastmasters International policy governing advanced clubs reads:
“…Members who have developed skills to an advanced level and wish extended time for the practice of communication and evaluation techniques nearing professional level may participate in a Toastmasters club with programs devoted to this purpose.”
WHY JOIN AN ADVANCED CLUB?
Here are a few reasons…
· In-depth round robin evaluations
· Every member participates as a leader.
· Opportunity to present longer presentations.
· Learn from fellow Toastmasters who have many years of experience.
· Gain knowledge and skills that you can share with your home Toastmasters Club.
MEMBERSHIP DUES
Semi-Annual Dues are $30 and are due April 1st and October 1st each year.
For new members who join throughout the year, dues are prorated as shown below:
|
Month Joined |
TI Dues |
|
Club Dues |
|
Total to Join |
|
Apr/Oct |
27.00 |
+ |
3.00 |
= |
$30.00 |
|
May/Nov |
22.50 |
+ |
2.50 |
= |
$25.00 |
|
Jun/Dec |
18.00 |
+ |
2.00 |
= |
$20.00 |
|
Jul/Jan |
13.50 |
+ |
1.50 |
= |
$15.00 |
|
Aug/Feb |
9.00 |
+ |
1.00 |
= |
$10.00 |
|
Sep/Mar |
4.50 |
+ |
0.50 |
= |
$5.00 |
Additional fees may be required to reinstate membership with Toastmasters International if not currently active. The above prices reflect current dues effective 7/1/2008 - Actual cost may vary.
ADDITIONAL COSTS
Old Country Breakfast Buffet is an out of
pocket expense for our members.
Call Old Country Buffet at (410) 455-5143 for current prices. For menu information, visit http://www.buffet.com/pdf/breakfast.pdf.
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTS
- Candidates must have completed the Competent Communicator (CC) or Competent Toastmaster (CTM) award with another club.
- Members are encouraged but not required to maintain membership with their "home" club.
