Introduction to Rotary

What Rotarians get out of Rotary depends largely on what they put into it.

Meetings are held weekly with a varied programme. A hallmark of Rotary clubs is their programme of outside speakers who talk on a diversity of subjects, often leading to vigorous debate.

Attendance allows members to enjoy their clubs’ fellowship and participate in club activities.

The club is the cornerstone of Rotary where the most meaningful work is carried out. Whilst fellowship is the key reason most of our members attend meetings, the meetings are also the place where community service and other projects are planned that allow members to use and develop their skills.

Members are encouraged to participate in all aspects of the clubs’ activities and many members develop life long friendships through working alongside other members.

Rotarians, men and women alike, volunteer their efforts to improve the quality of life in their local communities and abroad.

Worldwide, Rotary clubs are non-political, non-religious, and open to all cultures, races, and creeds. Club membership represents a cross-section of local business and professional leaders.

10 Reasons to join Rotary

1. Fun: Rotary is fun, a lot of fun. Each meeting is fun, the club’s projects are fun, the social activities are fun, and the service is fun.

2. Friendship: In an increasingly complex world, Rotary provides one of the most basic human needs: the need for friendship and fellowship.

3. Personal Growth and Development: Membership in Rotary continues one’s growth and education in human relations and personal development.

4. Citizenship in the Community: Membership in a Rotary club makes one a better community citizen. The average Rotary club consists of the most active citizens of any community.

5. Citizenship in the World: All 1.4 million Rotarians wear a pin that says “Rotary International.” There are few places on the globe that do not have a Rotary club. Every Rotarian is welcome – even encouraged – to attend any of the 29,000 clubs in 194 nations and geographical regions.

6. Leadership Development: Rotary is an organisation of leaders and successful people. Serving in Rotary positions is like a college education. Leadership: - learning how to motivate, influence, and lead leaders.

7. Continuing Education: At Rotary there is a program designed to keep one informed about what is going on in the community, nation, and world. Each meeting provides an opportunity to listen to different speakers and a variety of timely topics.

8. Public Speaking Skills: Many individuals who joined Rotary were afraid to speak in public. Rotary develops confidence and skill in public communication and the opportunity to practice and perfect these skills.

9. Assistance when Travelling: Because there are Rotary clubs in over 200 countries and territories they can be a great source of advice, etc., when travelling.

10. Entertainment: Every Rotary club and district has parties and activities that provide diversion in one’s business life. Rotary holds conferences, conventions, assemblies, and institutes that provide entertainment in addition to Rotary information, education, and service.

Forthcoming Social events include:

Theatre trips, Golf Competitions, a Charity Race Night, Snooker Competitions, Conferences and an International Convention, Dinners to welcome students on Rotary Scholarships and Exchange visits, a Canal Boat Trip and Supper, and much, much more.

How do you join or find out more?

Why not come along to a Rotary club meeting. Experience the fellowship and gain an understanding of what we do. Membership is open to all, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age and vocational skills. It will take more than one meeting to discover everything we do, but you know quite quickly if Rotary is for you, or not.

The Rotary Club of Altrincham meets on Mondays at 7.30 pm at the Cresta Court Hotel, Church Street, Altrincham.

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