Training for Montana Lions

Leadership Training for Lions in District 37

Lions Clubs International and District 37 Leadership Training aims to develop members’ leadership skills, improve communication, encourage teamwork, and prepare future leaders. It helps members understand their responsibilities, make effective decisions, solve problems, and manage club activities successfully.

Lions International and District 37 provide various leadership development opportunities, including club officer training, district leadership training, leadership institutes, and online learning. These opportunities help members at different levels gain the knowledge and confidence needed to fulfill their leadership roles.

• Club Officer training is held twice a year. Online training will be held in November of 2026.  Dates will be announced soon.   You can see videos of the past training at https://www.montanalions.org/training/  Club officer training is also held at the District 37 Convention.  The Convention will be in Choteau in April 2027.
• Online Training in the Lions Learning Center. https://lionsinternational.my.site.com/s/  Under the heading of “Learn” there are video training for club officers, zone chairs, and many other roles.
• Online Training at Lions University. https://lionsuniversity.org/  Lions University is online training provided by USA/Canada Leadership forum.  It is broken up into tracks by degrees.  Bachelors is for club leadership.  Masters is for District Leadership.  You do not have to attend a Leadership forum to sign up for training.
• District 37 Leadership Retreat. The training is usually held in early October each year.  The training is intended for current and future leaders in Montana.  There is no cost to attend the training.  The training details will be announced at the convention in April.

Lions Clubs International Leadership Training is essential for building confident, responsible, and service-oriented leaders. By developing leadership skills and encouraging continuous learning, Lions can strengthen their clubs, inspire volunteers, and make a lasting difference in communities worldwide.

Leadership in Lions means inspiring others, working together, and serving humanity with dedication.

There were a lot of positive comments as we look for future leaders in clubs and the District. Public speaking is a difficult thing and those fears need to be put to rest at training like this. Seeing how information is presented gives the participants the idea that they too can be a leader and pick topics to present to their own club or to a district meeting. Even people who have been leader in the past find the information helpful as a refresher.

Our Global Team Leader Mike Collins put on a wonderful couple of days of training. District Governor Jon Kimble offered his words of support to the Mission 1.5 million members worldwide. Past District Governor Mike Tobin showed us all how easy it is to support the District with ongoing monthly or yearly donations of just a small amount that makes a difference. Lion Cheryl Lewis was instrumental in presenting how service activities are reported and how important the information is. It was followed up with a hilarious skit from the Seeley Lake club featuring Super Admin Guy telling everyone that any activity is worth reporting.

If you have gone to one of these trainings you know the value. If not, please consider the next time the training comes up. It is well worth it!

Calling all District 37 Lions!

6th Annual Montana Lions Leadership Retreat

Lewistown October 2-3, 2026

Dear Montana Lions,

The leadership retreat is a unique opportunity for Montana Lions to enhance your leadership skills, gain new insights, and strengthen the connections within our Lions community. Your role as an officer in  your Lions Club is vital to the success and growth of our service and Lionism in Montana, and this retreat is designed to support you in that mission.

Calling all District 37 Lions!

6th Annual Montana Lions Leadership Retreat

Lewistown October 2-4, 2026

Dear Montana Lions,

The leadership retreat is a unique opportunity for Montana Lions to enhance your leadership skills, gain new insights, and strengthen the connections within our Lions community. Your role as an officer in  your Lions Club is vital to the success and growth of our service and Lionism in Montana, and this retreat is designed to support you in that mission.

Calling all District 37 Lions!

6th Annual Montana Lions Leadership Retreat

Lewistown October 2-4, 2026

Dear Montana Lions,

The leadership retreat is a unique opportunity for Montana Lions to enhance your leadership skills, gain new insights, and strengthen the connections within our Lions community. Your role as an officer in  your Lions Club is vital to the success and growth of our service and Lionism in Montana, and this retreat is designed to support you in that mission.