Contest Resources
Speech Contest Rulebook
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The Speech Contest Rulebook, in effect from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, features speech contest rules for the International, Evaluation, Humorous, Table Topics, Tall Tales, and Video Speech Contests.
International Speech Kit
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Supplies for conducting an International Speech Contest. All contest forms are user-printable and includes everything for contestants and judges.
Humorous Speech Kit
ZIP download from Toastmasters
Supplies for conducting an Humorous Speech Contest. All contest forms are user-printable and includes everything for contestants and judges.
Online Contest Resources
Download from Google Drive
Contest aids detailed during Part 4 of the Speech Contest Training webinar. Includes planning aids, templates, briefing and contest scripts, ballots, and Zoom settings for online contests.
Zoom Timing Backgrounds
ZIP Download
Each of the six JPG images is 1920 x 1080 pixels, and designed to be set as the meeting Timer’s background in Zoom. The ‘Timer’ card is displayed until the ’Green’ card is shown. The ‘One Minute’ and ‘Two Minute’ cards are included for use during contests to indicate the time for judging.
Online and Hybrid Speech Contest Best Practices
PDF download from Toastmasters
A 27-page guide explaining how to successfully conduct online or hybrid speech contests.
TI Speech Contests FAQ
Link to Toastmasters Contest FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions on all aspects of Toastmasters Speech Contests.
Speech Contest Training
Link to Online Training
Session 1 – The Contest and Roles
Speech Contest Training
Link to Online Training
Session 2 – When You’re the Judge
Speech Contest Training
Link to Online Training
Session 3 – The Judge’s Guide and Ballot
Conduct Quality Speech Contests
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An 18-page facilitator’s guide for conducting training for how to conduct speech contests.
Table Topics Contest Kit
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Supplies for conducting a Table Topics Contest. All contest forms are user-printable and includes everything for contestants and judges.
Tall Tales Contest Kit
ZIP download from Toastmasters
Supplies for conducting a Tall Tales Contest. All contest forms are user-printable and includes everything for contestants and judges.
Speech Evaluation Kit
ZIP download from Toastmasters
Supplies for conducting a Speech Evaluation Contest. All contest forms are user-printable and includes everything for contestants and judges.